Relocate or Expand your Business
Place fuels passion. Jump into Kawartha Lakes!
Be motivated by example – join a unique and innovative group of start-ups, small businesses, and major corporations in Kawartha Lakes! Innovation is a top priority here. The Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (KLSBC) offers a wide range of resources to help businesses thrive, while Innovation Kawartha Lakes brings together organizations that provide entrepreneurs with programs, office space, business coaching, and access to investors. No business is too big or too small to find its place in Kawartha Lakes.
Why Choose Kawartha Lakes?
A Place to Call Home
Kawartha Lakes was rated the #2 place in Canada to move, according to readers in MoneySense magazine. Find your new home here.
A Skilled Workforce
289,400 regional workforce, 39,000 regional apprentices and trade certified workforce, 298,500 regional post-secondary students.
Connected to Cities
Kawartha Lakes is connected by highways 407, 401, 35 and 115, providing quick access to major cities.
Room to Grow
There are many options available for purchasing or renting office, commercial, and industrial properties in Kawartha Lakes.
Efficient Processes
Learn about our Development Concierge Program, a complementary service that assists your business with navigating the development aspects of your project.
Strong Business Ecosystem
The Kawartha Lakes business support ecosystem connects resources, expertise, and opportunities, creating an environment where businesses grow and succeed together.
Success Stories
Curious what success looks like here? Hear from professionals and entrepreneurs who’ve built thriving careers in Kawartha Lakes—and never looked back.
Key Growth Sectors
Relocating? We Can Help!
Starting a Business in Kawartha Lakes
If you’re considering launching a new business, the Kawartha Lakes Small Business Centre (KLSBC) is here to help. The Centre offers:
- Free business consultations and expert guidance
- Training programs and workshops
- Access to tools, resources, and funding opportunities such as Starter Company PLUS (up to $5,000) in grants)
- Connections to local networks and mentors
Where you’re opening your first venture or building on a new idea, the KLSBC can help set your business up for success.
The Kawartha Lakes Advantage
Flip through this brochure to see all that Kawartha Lakes has to offer.
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LET'S CONNECT
Chat With a Kawartha Lakes Local
There is a team of Kawartha Lakes locals who can help answer your questions about living, working or operating a business in Kawartha Lakes. Leave your contact information and let's start a conversation.
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Lindsey Schoenmakers
Economic Development Officer - Business
I can help your business:
- Expand and select a site
- Access local talent and training
- Access local and foreign markets
- Connect with research and scale up resources
- Understand available grants and incentives
