Why Peterborough?
Located in the heart of central Ontario, the City of Peterborough is a dynamic regional centre that combines economic opportunity with an exceptional quality of life. With a population of over 85,000 and a trade area exceeding 150,000, the City of Peterborough serves as a gateway between the Greater Toronto Area and northern and eastern Ontario.
Regional Assets
From large multinational companies to small and mighty startups, the City of Peterborough has a diverse, competitive business base that is planning for ambitious growth.
Offering the Peterborough Regional Airport, two post-secondary institutions, a research and innovation park under development, a vibrant downtown, and a strong, collaborative business support ecosystem, Peterborough is an ideal destination for business.
Peterborough Regional Airport
The Peterborough Regional Airport has the longest paved, civil runway between Ottawa and Toronto. This full-service facility caters to both business and general aviation including fuel, oil, aircraft repairs, weather observation site, and charter service. Terminal operations feature Customs pre-clearance using CANPASS and a restaurant facility catering to local and transient traffic.
Cleantech Commons
Peterborough is building Canada's premier cleantech destination in partnership with Trent University. Cleantech Commons will be host to a cluster of world-class companies and start-up enterprises.
Local Attractions
Peterborough is home to many unique attractions suitable for people of all ages. Peterborough Tourism showcases Peterborough's vibrancy right on nature's doorstep.
Workforce Development
Peterborough is home to three internationally recognized post-secondary education institutions in Fleming College, Trent University, and Seneca College‘s School of Aviation that provide top-quality talent to local businesses. These education institutions are an international draw, with students coming from across the globe to study.
