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Photo credit including cover photo: Dion Kedian
Welcome to Niagara-on-the-Lake, one of Canada s most scenic and majestic playgrounds nestled between the Niagara River and Lake Ontario. As the first capital of Upper Canada, we are home to 15,400 permanent residents and a choice destination for millions of visitors annually.
One of 12 municipalities in the Niagara Region, the Town spans 134 square kilometres of prime agricultural, residential and commercial land throughout the neighbourhoods of Heritage District - Old Town, Queenston, St. Davids, Glendale, Virgil and the surrounding rural areas. In an effort to build on the Town s many assets, Council adopted a comprehensive Strategic Plan in 2010 which focused on six key areas of improvement - fairer taxation, better customer service, strengthening our robust agricultural and tourism sectors, diversification of commercial, light industrial and residential development, and balancing service with affordability. our community
New Outlet Centre business opportunities While Niagara-on-the- Lake is perceived by many as a premier tourism and agricultural centre, it is also home to prime employment lands. Located primarily in Glendale, the Virgil Business Park and surrounding the Niagara District Airport, these areas provide excellent opportunities for commercial hubs, light manufacturing, distribution and other retail uses. Glendale is the Town s largest employment area and is designated as primary prestige industrial lands due to its proximity to the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW), which connects Glendale the Greater Toronto Area to the United States border. The recent announcement of two new, major developments - a high-end retail outlet and a federal Marine Security Operations Centre as well as the presence of headquarters for companies such as Henry Schein Arcona (an international dental and medical services country with offices in 25 countries world-wide), makes this location one of the most coveted addresses in Ontario. Other commercial opportunities within Historic Old Town, Virgil, St. Davids and Queenston include development-ready real estate approved for multi-purpose hotel/retail/residential uses. Draftcon Calamar
tourism & hospitality Each year, millions of people travel from around the world to experience the Town s unique charm, including the Old Town Heritage District, notable historical sites, world-class wineries and of course, the internationally-renowned Shaw Festival Theatre. While here, our visitors stay in some of the finest hotels, country inns and bed & breakfasts in the country.
Photo credit: Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries & fruit lands Niagara is the birthplace of the nation s modern wine industry, accounting for 84 per cent of Canada s wine production. Our vineyards and close to 30 wineries are the source of many internationally-acclaimed vintages, including our world-famous ice wine. In addition, most of Ontario s 350 tender fruit growers are located in Niagara and lead the industry in the best and juiciest products grown.
culture & heritage Our citizens play an important stewardship role in conserving and promoting their cultural heritage as a living legacy for future generations. The Queen-Picton Conservation District, the National Heritage District of Old Town and the outlaying rural, village areas are home to hundreds of well-preserved heritage buildings, many dating back to 1815. Some of our many historical attractions include Fort George, Sir General Isaac Brock s Monument, the Niagara Historical Society Museum, and the MacKenzie Printery and Newspaper Museum the restored home of rebel publisher William Lyon MacKenzie. Many cultural interests, such as the Shaw Festival Theatre and Music Niagara, have led to the Town becoming a Mecca of sorts for a thriving artistic community. Photo credit: Tony Chisholm
Residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake, many of whom are descendents of multi-generational families, are a close community of hard-working people who take pride in their ancestral and agricultural heritage. They feel strongly about their community and continue to strive for excellence in municipal service standards. Over the years, these services have grown to include 15 public parks and playgrounds, six golf courses, two arenas, an environmentallyinnovative sports park and splash pad, a recently-built public library adjoined to a stateof-the-art Community Centre and most recently, a public transit system, which serves residents and visitors. The Town also has four elementary schools, as well as a campus for Niagara College of Applied Arts and Technology. The Campus, which is located next to breathtakingly beautiful lands designated under UNESCO, is home to the Canadian Food and Wine Institute, the first of its kind in the country. Drawing on its close partnership with Niagaraon-the-Lake s hospitality sector, the Institute specializes in wine and beer making and the culinary arts. quality of life
Transportation Access Whether travelling by land, water or air, we are conveniently located and easily accessible to major urban centres, such as the Greater Toronto Area and Western New York; as well as local markets in Buffalo, NY, Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, Ontario. In addition to the Queen Elizabeth Highway, our transportation network includes a recently-upgraded regional airport (5,000 foot runway, 24-hour Customs clearance and on-site refuelling) and the nearby Welland Canal for waterway shipping. Photo credit: St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation Photo credit: Niagara District Airport
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your contact in Would you like to learn more about investment opportunities in Niagara-on-the-Lake? Please visit our website at www.notl.org or contact: The Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake 1593 Four Mile Creek Road, P.O. Box 100, Virgil, Ontario CANADA L0S 1T0 905-468-3266