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Ontario's Heartland Success Stories

Success Stories

"We chose Woodstock because of its perfect location at the junction of Highways 401 and 403.  The site meets all of our needs.  We have been working with city staff for approximately one year and are were very pleased with their assistance in putting this real estate deal together."

David Thornton, General Manager, Norwich Metals Products Inc.



"Tillsonburg offered the best site for Siemens' new wind blade facility for a number of reasons including excellent access to major highways, wide roads to transport blades and the community support we received."

Bill Smith, Senior Vice President, Siemens Canada

 

"The decision to locate our newest facility in St. Thomas was based on geographic accessibility, a highly skilled labour pool, a mutual commitment to industry collaboration, and comfortable living conditions. With sincere gratitude and profound appreciation to the governments of St. Thomas and Ontario for support, cooperation, and unlimited hospitality, we look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship."

Ryuichi Takagi, President, Takagi Manufacturing Company



"Toyota Tsusho Canada and Green Metals Canada are very pleased to expand their operations in Canada by locating this new facility in Woodstock. It has been a pleasure working with the City of Woodstock on this project. We are looking forward to working with the skilled workforce and the community of Woodstock, to turn this plan into reality. Our experience is giving us the confidence to look into further investments in this great community."

Tsutomu Suzuki, President, Toyota Tsusho Canada



"Everyone in Aylmer has made it clear to us that the Town is open for businesses like ours which add value to local agricultural products and boost the rural economy. We are absolutely delighted to be working with such a co-operative and progressive community that understands the needs of new businesses."

Tom Cox, Chair, Integrated Grain Processors Co-operative

  • Why Invest Here?
    • A Strategic Location
    • A Skilled Workforce
    • Superior Logistics
    • World-Class Infrastructure
    • R&D Cost Advantage
    • Quality of Life
  • Economic Overview
  • Success Stories
  • Business Directory
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