Durham Region is located on the eastern side of the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA) and offers prime access to Canada's largest consumer market of more than six million people, and 135 million more American and Canadian consumers.
Durham's land, location, people, infrastructure and balanced living offer a highly skilled labour force, diverse economic base, superior quality of life and competitive business costs.
Durham Region is made up of eight local area municipalities, including the cities of Oshawa and Pickering; the towns of Ajax and Whitby; the Municipality of Clarington; and the townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge.
Key economic sectors in Durham Region include:
- Agri-business
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Advanced Mobility
- Energy, environment and engineering (EN3)
- Film and television
- Life sciences
- Innovative technology
- Tourism
Durham Region offers:
- Access to top talent
- Cost advantages
- High quality of life
- 135 million consumers within a day's drive