Economic Report

Invest where the opportunities are.

Durham Region offers prime access to Canada’s largest market. Our growing population and young demographics ensure significant prospects to accelerate your business, while our well-established transportation network – roads, rail, ports and airports – efficiently facilitates the movement of people and goods throughout the region and beyond.

Durham also offers real estate investors, developers and business leaders the winning combination of attractive land prices, available labour force, modern industrial parks, and seamless transportation connections. What’s more, Durham Region has the leading edge thinking and the dedicated resources you need to empower your innovative ideas and grow your business.

2009 Economic Report (PDF)
- Statistics about Durham Region, including key sectors of manufacturing, energy, agriculture and tourism.
Investment Profile (PDF)
- Durham Region's land, location, people, support systems and balanced living creates a clear choice for investment.
Community Profile (PDF)
- Learn about investment opportunities in Durham Region, Ontario, Canada.
Durham Stats (PDF)
- Statistics on Durham Region's population, education, labour force, average household income and potential for growth.
Real Estate Opportunities (PDF)
- Durham Region has affordable property pricing from unserviced to fully serviced urban land. Land parcels are zoned/ready for development.
Advanced Manufacturing Opportunities (PDF)
- Durham Region has a diverse range of traditional/emerging sectors in manufacturing, with direct access to supply chain.
Tourism Opportunities (PDF)
- Strong tourism networks and innovative services encourage you to explore and develop new opportunities in Durham Region.
Agri-Business Opportunities (PDF)
- Durham Region's diverse, established, rural economy and natural infrastructure create a productive agriculture industry.
Energy Opportunities (PDF)
- As Ontario's energy capital, Durham Region's innovative climate and established energy networks help support your growth.