Pickering is the ideal location to invest or expand your business.

Pickering has an outstanding inventory of lands to choose from, and a diverse, innovative and educated workforce right at your fingertips. We are centrally located in proximity to some of the largest post secondary education institutions across the province and are positioned within Canada's largest market of over 6 million people.

Competitive business tax rates, vibrant business infrastructure and a healthy, growing economy make us a leader for future investment.

• Economic Development Strategy - Report and Plan
• Economic Development Strategy - FDI Analysis
• Discover the Top 10 Reasons to Invest in Pickering
• Your City Magazine - Spring 2022 Article - Economic Development & Strategic Projects

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CAO's Message

Our Economic Development & Strategic Projects team is committed to helping businesses succeed. We will provide the necessary support and resources to strengthen existing businesses, and attract new businesses to our community. As CAO, I will work with my staff to provide the highest degree of business services, and secure Pickering as a leading location for investment. Our doors are open, and we look forward to working with you and your business.

- Marisa Carpino, Chief Administrative Officer