The Town of Gananoque is internationally recognized as the Canadian Gateway to the 1000 Islands. This beautiful region has developed into a world class destination for visitors, residents and businesses.
The Town of Gananoque is a strategic business location which boasts no development fees, streamlined processes and is able to bring together the team and resources to help your business.
As of 2016 Statistics Canada reported Gananoque having a population of 5,159 residents. However, Gananoque and the 1000 Islands welcomes over a million visitors each year. With a vibrant tourism sector and influx of guests, the Town has much to offer for people of all ages including diverse businesses, entertainment, recreation and services. statcan.gc.ca
The Town is located on the Detroit/Windsor-Montreal corridor on Highway 401, along this route resides two thirds of Canada's population, and 280 km East of Toronto, 250 km West of Montreal, and 150 km South of Ottawa, via Hwy 416. Access to the United States and its markets is only 15 km East of Gananoque at the 1000 Islands International Bridge, which connects Hwy 401 to U.S. Interstate 81.
Major Employers
Gananoque's community has a variety of businesses. The primary industrial sectors are light manufacturing, transportation, and services. Below indicates the largest employers for the private sector and public sector of Gananoque.
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Largest Private Sector Employers |
# of Employees |
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Shorelines Casino |
275 |
| Cardinal Health |
450 |
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Home Hardware |
127 |
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Metro |
100 |
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Gananoque Boat Line |
95 |
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Carveth Care Centre |
80 |
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Gananoque Chevrolet and Cadillac |
60 |
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No Frills |
49 |
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*Data verified as of 2018 |
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Largest Public Sector Employers |
# of Employees |
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Town of Gananoque |
56 |
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*Data verified as of 2018 |
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Economic Development Strategy
The Economic Development Strategy is a living document that can direct the economic development activities with a focus on achieving the goals and objectives. This road map deliberately focuses on the need for business retention and expansion, investment attraction, place making, tourism development and improved regional collaboration, communication, outreach and partnership. This document will adapt to local changes and opportunities as they arise.
