Key Sectors

Pickering is home to a variety of national and international companies. Key industry sectors include energy, advanced manufacturing, logistics and information technology. Business costs are among the lowest in the Greater Toronto Area and are very competitive globally.

Diverse Workforce
The population of Pickering is over 100,000 and has grown 8.1% over the last 5 years compared to a 3% growth rate in Toronto. Pickering businesses attract talent from across the Region of Durham, York Region, and the City of Toronto.

Education and Talent
A continuous flow of graduates from 11 local universities and colleges gives businesses access to the best and brightest talent in the region. Pickering businesses are in close proximity to Ontario Tech University, Trent University, University of Toronto, Durham College and Centennial College.

Sectors

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Agri-Foods
• Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
• Nuclear
• Transportation and Logistics

View the Sector Profiles

• Advanced Manufacturing Industry
• AgriFoods Industry
• Information and Communications Technology Industry
• Nuclear Industry
• Transportation and Logistics Industry