Business

Quinte West - A Natural Attraction

Quinte West is located in an area of Eastern Ontario that is well known for its natural beauty, as well as its deep historical and military roots. The exquisite natural features of our City are complemented by a strong, vibrant, and diverse economic base. With its ideal location along the Highway 401 corridor, not to mention proximity to border crossings, the City of Quinte West offers unique economic opportunities for business, investment, and relocation.   

The lifestyle, the scenic beauty of the area, and the ability of the City to deliver a competitive and sustainable base for business are all appealing factors from a business investment perspective.

Low operating costs are achieved through a combination of low municipal utility rates, low municipal tax rates, and low land and building costs. Quinte West has vacant land available and a variety of building types to access. With a dedicated, skilled labour force of more than 100,000 all available within a 45-minute commute of the Quinte West area and wage rates that are 20% lower than those in Toronto, Quinte West presents a very attractive option for the location of your business.

Our business climate, lower tax rates, lower wage costs, a proactive development process, our "can do" attitude, and our track record create a positive business environment in which companies can and do operate profitably.