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Located less than 40 km from downtown Toronto, Pickering is a vibrant tourism destination. Pickering's stunning natural trails and diverse community provide the base for welcoming vibes and a promising future of urban growth.

Current Initiatives

Application for Destination Pickering Board of Directors

Destination Pickering, the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Pickering, is excited to invite dedicated and passionate members of our local tourism community to serve as an Industry Stakeholder on our Board of Directors. This is a unique opportunity to play an active role in shaping the future of tourism in our City while strengthening Pickering’s position as a vibrant and welcoming destination for visitors.

Community Visitor Plan

The Community Visitor Plan is the first tourism plan for the City of Pickering. It will serve as a guide to city staff, local business, tourism attractions and regional partners in welcoming visitors to Pickering and offering them an opportunity to enjoy all our city has to offer. The Community Visitor Plan was developed in partnership with Central Counties Tourism and supported by Durham Tourism. Pickering will become the eighth municipality to develop and implement a Tourism Plan in the Region.  

The Community Visitor Plan is a four-year plan (2024 – 2027) that includes five core objectives: Enhance, Welcome, Develop, Distinguish, and Support; and includes 45 action items. The Community Visitor Plan was developed by a Tourism Steering Committee, led by Central Counties Tourism. The Committee included representatives from local businesses, attractions, residents, and city staff, and addressed the challenges and opportunities for visitor readiness across five key categories: attractions, businesses, infrastructure, customer service, and marketing/promotion. 

View the Community Visitor Plan

Tourism Attractions

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One The Esplanade
Pickering, Ontario
Canada L1V 6K7

905.683.7575

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