About Us » Peterborough Region

With a population of 140,000, Peterborough is the regional hub of east central Ontario with a market draw of approximately 350,000 people. Known for it’s exceptional quality of life, the Peterborough region offers a committed, skilled and productive workforce with a quality conscious attitude.

Population Snapshot

• County of Peterborough - 58,182
• City of Peterborough - 74,898
• Total Population - 133,080
• Seasonal Increase (summer homes) - 30,000
• Unemployment Rate - 7.8% (Q2-2009)
• Retail Sales - 22% above National Average (2009 est.)
• Income - 10% below National average (2009 est.)
• Post Secondary Education - Trent University and Fleming College
• Real Estate - Affordable rates for residential and commercial, significantly less than large urban centres

Leading By Example

• First-rate education, training and research through respected local institutions such as Trent University and Fleming College
• Affordable cost of living with a good selection of homes, apartments, condominiums and waterfront property
• The Greater Peterborough Area offers exceptional quality of life and a perfect mix of urban and rural communities. With hundreds of lakes minutes away, the region consists of some of Ontario’s most desirable waterfront communities
• Committed, skilled workforce

Impressive Local and Global Markets

• The GPA is the regional hub of east central Ontario with a market draw of approximately 350,000 people
• Close proximity to major markets in Canada and the north eastern United States: 6 million people live within a 320 km (200 mile) radius
• 60% of Canadians and 40% of Americans live within a 800 km (500 mile) radius
• Multinational and Canadian companies provide products and services around the globe from Peterborough

Key Transportation and Communication Links

• Four-lane divided highway (30 minutes to Ontario’s major highway to Toronto and Montreal)
• Full trucking capabilities and rail service
• Commercial airport with 5,000' lighted runway operates 24/7
• Solid transportation infrastructure with extensive bus routes and accessible, affordable parking
• Located along the Trent-Severn Waterway linking Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay on Lake Huron
• Connected to North America’s main communications system offering a variety of wireless & fibre-optic service providers, as well as seamless video, voice and data links

Affordable Space, Strong Commercial Growth

• Cost-competitive commercial space, for sale, lease or rent, is available throughout the region
• Construction and lease rates are lower than large urban centres in Ontario
• Fully-serviced industrial parks on major access highways with available sites to meet all needs and sizes
• Peterborough’s manufacturing sector is diverse and sustainable
• New business parks at Airport (30 acres) and Innovation Cluster at Trent University (70 acres)