Why York Region?
Centrally located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and one of North America’s largest business hubs, York Region is an in-demand location for top-tier companies and talent. Discover where talent and opportunity intersect and why it is the choice for your business expansion into Canada or the GTA!
Join a Top-Tier Canadian Business Hub
Leverage a Skilled Global Talent Pool and Post-Secondary Pipeline
World-class talent seeks out life in York Region and the GTA. This skilled workforce can help your company succeed. Future talent is developed through a strong talent pipeline with 18 post-secondary institutions within 90 minutes including York University, University of Toronto, University of Waterloo, and others.
Your Gateway to Growth
With interconnected access to downtown Toronto and the world, your business also has every opportunity to thrive. Major U.S. markets such as New York City, Boston, Washington D.C., Chicago, and others are conveniently accessible by car in under 10 hours or less than 2 hours by plane. That means between Ontario, Quebec, and the Northeast and Midwest USA you have access to over 140 million consumers!
From logistics and distribution to talent access, the Region is connected via major highways, cargo and passenger rail, a GTA-wide one-fare transit system including direct access to the Toronto subway system.
Startup or Scale-Up Company?
In York Region, startups and scale-ups can receive expert guidance to grow their businesses. Well established companies can tap into the #YRtech ecosystem to develop strategic partnerships. From Startup VISA programs to sector-specific accelerators, OVIN regional technology development sites and demo zones, the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, and more resources are available from our innovation partners.
York Region Innovation Partners
Unlock the GTA
Cost Advantage
in York Region
Within the Greater Toronto Area, York Region offers operational cost-saving advantages for businesses looking to leverage Canada’s largest business hub and the talent that lives here. Benefit from:
Competitive Business Costs
Flexible Real Estate Options
Federal & Provincial Funding Incentives
Canada's Universal HealthCare System
From Class A Office Buildings to Quality Coworking Spaces
York Region is home to many office towers and business parks with Class A amenities. There are also a variety of coworking operations that provide opportunity for small businesses, and entrepreneurs to access top-quality office space at a reduced cost. Greenfield development is also possible.
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