Choose Peterborough County:

Peterborough County offers a unique value proposition: a predominantly rural region that fully surrounds a mid-sized urban centre—the City of Peterborough. While the City operates independently, its central location within the County enhances regional connectivity, workforce access, and business services. This rural-urban dynamic strengthens the County’s position as a strategic location for investment, offering the best of both worlds for businesses looking to grow. 

Peterborough County’s southern, eastern, and western areas are strategically positioned near key markets in the Greater Golden Horseshoe, across Canada, and the Northeastern United States. Located just 90 minutes northeast of Toronto and three hours from Ottawa, the region offers direct access to two of Canada’s most important economic and political hubs. To the north, the County connects to Highway 28, providing efficient access to Highway 118 and the northern communities of Ontario. 

Whether you're looking to scale a business, tap into a skilled rural workforce, or establish connections across Ontario’s major markets, Peterborough County offers the access, affordability, and lifestyle that make growth possible—and sustainable. 

Within the County boundaries, lies the Peterborough Regional Airport (YPQ) which supports regional air services and corporate aviation, while the historic Trent-Severn Waterway offers a unique marine route linking Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay. 

Future connectivity is set to expand even further, with the federal government announcing plans for a high-speed rail corridor between Toronto and Montreal, featuring a proposed stop in Peterborough — positioning the region as an even more accessible and attractive location for investment.