A Provincial Scale Economy Located in Canada's Heartland

This 2009 Economic Profile of York Region provides local entrepreneurs and international investors with highlights of the opportunities that The Regional Municipality of York offers as a competitive and sustainable investment destination.

Our growth-oriented policies and a diverse economy attract leading edge companies from various sectors, including business and professional services, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, communications technology, automotive and transportation equipment manufacturing and environmental industries.

All aspects of our Regional economy, including gross domestic product (GDP), export revenues, employment and the number of enterprises, have seen steady growth in the last decade. Between 2002 and 2007, York Region’s GDP grew by 23 per cent to more than $43 billion, which is greater than the GDP of each of the Atlantic Provinces.

York Region’s population of more than one million residents is one of the most highly-skilled and best-educated in all of Canada. More than 67 per cent of adults in York Region between the ages of 25 and 64 have post-secondary educations.

The Economic Profile brochure offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of the dynamic economy in York Region including key statistics, strengths, insights, resources and contacts.

The York Region 2009 Economic Profile can be viewed by clicking here.