Welcome to Invest Oakville
Oakville has the people, the places and the partners to build your business success. Located 30 minutes from downtown Toronto and at the heart of Canada's golden horseshoe, it's no wonder many market-leading companies continue to choose Oakville as their place to do business. A community of over 240,000, Oakville is a premium location for the work-life balance desired by professionals.
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Apply for a patio permit!2026 Seasonal Commercial Patio ProgramExplore program details
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Top marks for OakvilleOne of Canada's Most Livable communitiesRead about The Globe and Mail's study
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Branches to BusinessA new business retention and expansion program!Learn more about the program
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Tariff toolsBrowse resources and recent tariff newsTariff resources for businesses
Discover Oakville’s 2026 Community Profile and explore why the Town continues to rank among Canada’s premier locations for business investment.
The updated profile showcases Oakville’s expanding ecosystem of industry‑leading companies, a highly skilled talent pool, and the town’s exceptional livability supported by world‑class amenities, strong infrastructure, and a thriving innovation landscape.
Alongside Oakville’s strategic advantages, the 2026 profile provides the essential data investors need to make informed decisions, including:
- Current demographic and workforce insights
- Growth sectors and top‑performing industries
- Commercial and industrial real estate trends
- Emerging opportunities shaping Oakville’s economic future