COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

2020

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Don’t keep forever on the public road, going only where others have gone. Leave the beaten track occasionally and dive into the woods. You will be certain to find something you have never seen before. Of course, it will be a little thing, but do not ignore it. One discovery will lead to another, and before you know it, you will have something worth thinking about to occupy your mind, and really big discoveries are the result of thought.

Alexander Graham BellScientist, Inventor, Engineer, and Innovator

Alexander Graham Bell SculptureBell Telephone Company, Brantford

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On behalf of Brantford City Council and the citizens of our community, I am pleased to extend a warm welcome from beautiful Brantford, Ontario.

Situated in southwestern Ontario, overlooking the scenic Grand River, Brantford offers the amenities of a large urban centre while maintaining the charms of small town living, making it the ideal location to raise a family or grow a business.

Selected by MoneySense Magazine as Canada’s Top City to buy real estate in 2018, Brantford has a thriving and diverse economy. Partnerships with Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College have created a vibrant post-secondary presence in Brantford.

A community with a rich history, it was here that Alexander Graham Bell conceived the idea for the telephone and placed the first long distance telephone call which revolutionized the way we communicate.

Recently cited as one of the Best Canadian Cities to Invest by Site Selection Magazine, Brantford is conveniently located along a major transportation corridor and is dedicated to promoting economic diversity, quality employment opportunities and efforts to enhance the quality of life of all its residents. Brantford’s City Council is committed to working collectively with all levels of government to pave the way for new business in Brantford.

As Mayor, it is my distinct pleasure to introduce you to our vibrant city through this comprehensive brochure. I welcome the opportunity to discuss how Brantford may align with your investment plans.

Respectfully,

Kevin Davis, Mayor

GreeTinGS from BrAnTford mAyor KeVin dAViS

Kevin davis, mayor 100 Wellington Square, P.O. Box 818,Brantford, Ontario N3T 5R7519-759-4150kevindavis@brantford.ca

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ConTenTS

3 Community Overview

6 A Global Presence: Brantford’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Portfolio

8 Recent FDI Successes

10 Key Sectors

14 Incentives & Business Support Services

18 Labour Force

20 Educational Institutions

24 Transportation

26 Quality of Life

The move to Brantford has been 100% positive. We feel very supported. We’re very much looking forward to developing a deeper relationship and deeper roots here as we continue to grow our business.

Garnet LasbyPresident, Massilly North America

downtown Brantford

Joseph Brant monument,Victoria Park

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Founded in 1839, the City of Brantford’s history is intrinsically linked to Captain Joseph Thayendanegea Brant, a Mohawk leader, who originally forded the Grand River at a historical spot in the present day downtown core. Renowned as the “Telephone City,” Brantford was the dreaming place for inventor Alexander Graham Bell where he conceived his idea for the telephone and the reason the daffodil, due to its resemblance to an upright telephone, is the City’s official flower.

Brantford is a community with a rich history shaped by its location on the Grand River and proximity to the major consumer and industrial markets throughout North America. Progressive revitalization efforts in the downtown have resulted in an eclectic mix of old and new, home to a growing post-secondary scene with Wilfrid Laurier University, Conestoga College, and Six Nations Polytechnic.

A variety of unique restaurants, shops, museums and galleries are intermixed with a diverse student population and campus buildings offering a vibrant atmosphere for patrons and visitors

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Strategically located in Southwestern Ontario along Provincial Highway 403, the City has a current population of approximately 100,000 residents and is projected to reach 163,000 by 2041. As a designated Urban Growth Centre in the Places to Grow plan, the community is poised for growth, possessing a proactive local government, robust infrastructure network and a vast inventory of future development lands dedicated for employment and residential uses through a recent boundary expansion agreement.

As a single-tier municipality, the City’s elected officials are conducive to development and strive to maintain a timely and equitable development application process for business. Development applications and approvals will be processed in an expeditious manner to meet project timelines and operating milestones.

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freight lines, as well as VIA

passenger rail and GO

Transit buses

•Located on Highway 403

•Toronto, ON: 100 km / 60 mi

•Buffalo, NY: 140 km / 85 mi

•Detroit, MI: 275 km / 170 mi

•Local workforce of over 77,000

•Over 1.0M in 50 km / 30 mi

•Over 5.7M in 125 km / 80 mi

•4 local post-secondary schools

•Over 4,500 students locally

•17 Universities in 125 km / 80 mi

•9 Colleges in 125 km / 80 mi

•2016 population: 97,496

•10 year growth rate: 12.8%

BRANTFORD AT-A-GLANCEPopulation Growth (thousands)

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City of Brantford Population and Employment Growth Forecasts (2011-2041)

Source: Province of Ontario, Places to Grow, 2017 (https://www.placestogrow.ca/index.php)

Employment Growth (thousands)

Population Growth (thousands)

King George Rd Fairview Dr

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Cornell Lane

Ferrero Blvd

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Evelyn StKent Rd

Oxford StMyrtleville Dr Memorial Dr

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S. C. Johnson and Son, LimitedSIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

256.0 / 23.8 300 1920

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A GloBAl PreSenCe: BrAnTford’S foreiGn direCT inVeSTmenT PorTfolio

Brantford is widely recognized as a place with a strong sense of community that takes great pride in building long-standing, successful relationships with our valued community partners. The City’s diverse economy and proximity to large consumer markets offer businesses several competitive advantages that have resulted in significant investments from the global marketplace. Our supportive municipal government continues to make great strides in shaping our city into one that is increasingly vibrant, innovative, inclusive and open for business—key factors that contribute to the community’s overall attractiveness as a place where people want to invest and do business.

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Hartmann CanadaSIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

160.0 / 14.9 180 2002

Crown Lift TrucksSIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

66.0 / 6.1 120 2016

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Custom Injection Molders Corp.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

73.0 / 6.8 40 2006

P&G Canada SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

775.0 / 72.0 410 2005

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Miura Canada Co., Ltd.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

30.0 / 2.8 32 1987

Ferrero Canada Ltd./Ltée.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

1,500.0 / 139.4 900 2005

GIZEH Packaging NA Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

116.4 / 10.8 45 2013

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TreeHouse Private BrandsSIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

144.0 / 13.4 404 2003

Mitsui High-tec (Canada) Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

104.0 / 9.7 46 2015

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King George Rd Fairview Dr

Wayne Gretzky Pky

Hardy Rd

Oak Park Rd

Brant Ave

Colborne St W

Colborne St W

Shellard Lane

Colborne St

Henry St

Elgin St

Colborne St

CountyRd

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Garden Ave

Lynden Rd

Powerline Rd

Park RdNorth

King

Geor

geRd

Golf Rd

Paris Rd

St. P

aul A

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Paris Rd

Charing Cross St

Terrace Hill St

Wayne Gretzky Pky

Clarence St

Erie Ave

Mohawk St

West S

t

Powerline Rd

Balmoral Dr

Balmoral Dr

Dunsdon StBrantwood Park Rd

Roy BlvdSinclair Blvd

Adams Blvd

Middleton St

Gard

en Av

e

Johns

on Rd

Greenwich St

Birkett Lane

River RdMarket St South

Stanle

y St

Morton Ave E

Holiday Dr

Grey StPatterson Ave

Forest Rd

Locks Rd

Glenwood Dr

Market St

Murray St

Rawdon St

Grey St

Grand River Ave

Morrell

St

Parkside Dr

Du�erin Ave

St. Andrews Dr

Cornell Lane

Ferrero Blvd

Fen Ridge Crt

Kraemer's

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Zatonski Ave

Memorial Dr

Ashgrove Ave

Francis St

Evelyn StKent Rd

Oxford StMyrtleville Dr Memorial Dr

Blackfriar

Lane

Green�eld Rd

Banbury Rd

Copernicus Blvd

Easton Rd

Dalkeith Dr

Woodyatt Dr

Plant Farm Blvd

EmpeySt

Spald

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Tutela Heights Rd

Phelps Rd

Mount Pleasant Rd

Conklin Rd

Blackb

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McGuiness DrSt. P

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Diana Ave

Oakhill Dr

Bell Lane

Gilkison

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Walnut St

Gilkison St

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Port St

Cayuga St

Dorothy St

Mary St

Alfred St

Icomm Dr

Queen St

Dalhousie St

Veterans M e m orial Pky

Savannah Oaks Dr

Queensway Dr

Wood St

St. George St

St. George St

Tollgate Rd

Ewing Dr

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Ava Rd

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Massilly North America Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

207.0 / 19.2 95 2012

Kuri Tec Corporation SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

7,200 13 1995

Kuriyama Canada, Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

144.0 / 13.4 65 1984

Grissin Bon Ltd.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

36.0 / 3.3 15 2015

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Northwest Business Park

Braneida Business Park

Boundary Expansion - Industrial (2017)

General Industrial Lands

Boundary Expansion - Residential (2017)

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ARYZTA Canada Co. SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

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Bropak Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

33.0 / 3.1 6 2017

Ecopack Canada Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

25.0 / 2.3 14 2006

Ventura Foods CanadaSIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

110.0 / 10.2 44 2016

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Pacorini Canada Limited SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

230.0 / 21.4 30 2017

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Wurth Industry of Canada Ltd.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

30.0 / 2.8 9 2016

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Mabe Canada Inc.SIZE feet2 / m2 (000s) STAFF EST.

300.0 / 27.9 50 2005

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The City of Brantford is highly supportive of our business and industry, and it has shown strong commitment and dedication in building a thriving economy.

Fabrizio Secco, Managing Director, Industrial Division, Ferrero Canada Ltd./Ltée

Our community’s key competitive advantages are the reason we continue to cement ourselves as a global investment powerhouse, consecutively ranking as a Top 10 American Micro-City of the Future by fDi Magazine. A testament to our ongoing Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) initiatives and investment successes, we are fortunate to possess a diverse presence of successful international companies.

reCenT fdi SuCCeSSeS

The City welcomed us in a very friendly way and made it easy for us to find a good location and a good opportunity to start our business. The staff we hired were very well educated.

Ralf Jung, Owner/General Manager, GIZEH Packaging NA Inc.

We are very appreciative of the strong support we have received from our government partners including the Brantford Economic Development and Tourism Department.

Yasunari Mitsui, President & Representative DirectorMitsui High-tec, Inc.

mitsui High-tec (Canada), inc. Grand opening, April 26, 2017

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2005: Established in Brantford. 168 ac / 68 ha. $150M investment. 800K ft2 / 74K m2. 600 jobs.

2013: Established in Brantford. $4M investment. Leased 36K ft2 / 3.3K m2. 20 jobs.

2010: Expanded product lines (Nutella). $30M investment. 20 jobs.

2015: Phase 1. Purchased 9.1 ac / 3.7 ha. 63K ft2 / 5.8K m2 office and production facility. 32 jobs.

2017: 48.5K ft2 / 4.5K m2 cocoa bean processing plant. $70M investment. 40 jobs.

Future: Phase 3 manufacturing and warehouse expansion.

2012: $40M investment. 500K ft2 / 46K m2 warehouse and distribution centre expansion.

2018: Phase 2. 52.7K ft2 / 4.9K m2 warehouse expansion.

2015: Established in Brantford. 11.4 ac / 4.6 ha. $60M investment. 104K ft2 / 9.6K m2. 32 jobs.

2018: Purchased 18 ac / 7.3 ha for future expansion.

Future: Phase 2/3 expansions.

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ADVANCED MANUFACTURINGIndustry in Brantford is built upon the fusion of innovation and manufacturing. Our long history of advancement began with Alexander Graham Bell and the telephone in 1876. Since then, our manufacturers and innovators have contributed to and embraced new technologies and techniques that push the limits of

production processes.

Brantford is centrally located in one of the most innovative regions of the world. Due to our unique proximity to leading universities and innovation centres, companies in Brantford are able to tap into research and advanced manufacturing techniques. Brantford companies are committed to product, process, and technological innovation.

1.85Mfeet2 *

1.85M ft2 (172.4K m2)

of advanced manufacturing space locally, and growing

Brantford is home to 22 advanced

manufacturing companies

22companies*

over 2,100 workers

employed in the industry locally, with

access to many more

2100workers*

at the centre of a 400 km

corridor of the world’s richest concentration

of auto resources

400kilometres†

Key SeCTorS

* Source: City of Brantford, Economic Development Division, 2018 Industrial Survey† Source: http://www.investinontario.com

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FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURINGBrantford is a leader in food and beverage manufacturing and a strategic centre in Ontario for new and expanding operations. Ontario is one of North America’s largest agri-food sectors. Companies locate here because they are close to more than 200 agricultural commodities and a market of 460 million consumers.

Ontario is North America’s second largest centre for food processing.

Investment in Brantford’s food and beverage industry makes good economic sense. This is most evident in our central and strategic location, available and experienced workforce, competitive wages, network of leading food and beverage manufacturers, and proximity to plentiful agricultural commodities.

2300workers*

about 2,300 workers

employed in the industry locally, and

access to many more

Brantford is located at the centre

of over 3,000 food

producers in Ontario

3000producers†

access 8.9M ac (3.6M ha) producing over 230

agricultural commodities

in Ontario

230commodities†

2.7M ft2 (246.8K m2)

of active production

space locally, and growing

2.7Mfeet2 *

* Source: City of Brantford, Economic Development Division, 2018 Industrial Survey† Source: http://www.investinontario.com

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PLASTICS AND RUBBER PRODUCTSPlastics and rubber manufacturers create products for almost every facet of our daily life. The sector involves the production of goods by processing raw rubber and plastics materials into components and finished goods. It is comprised of polymer manufacturers, additive suppliers, concentrate producers, compounders, plastics

processors, machinery manufacturers, mould makers, and recyclers.

In Brantford, the plastics and rubber sector supports other key sectors. Businesses invest here to take advantage of an experienced workforce, the proximity to supporting industries, major transportation networks, and access to most suppliers and customers in Canada and the US.

1100workers*

over 1,100 workers

employed in the industry locally, and

access to many more

2.1M ft2

(198.1K m2) of active

production space locally, and growing

2.1Mfeet2 *

Brantford is home to 26 companies specializing in plastics

and rubber production

26companies*

the plastics industry in

Canada ships $24.3 billion in product

and employs82,000

$24.3billion†

* Source: City of Brantford, Economic Development Division, 2018 Industrial Survey† Source: https://www.plastics.ca/ResourcesAndEducation/IndustryProfile

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WAREHOUSING AND LOGISTICSWarehousing and distribution is a critical component of the global supply chain that supports all other industries. It is closely linked to the pace of economic activity in other sectors.

The importance of this industry makes Brantford the ideal location

for the logistical operations of many companies. Our strategic central position in Southwestern Ontario along key transportation networks and our proximity to major North American markets give businesses a clear advantage to improve efficiencies and lower costs. The concentration of resources and talent in this industry makes Brantford an ideal location for companies looking for a competitive advantage.

3.8Mfeet2 *

3.8M ft2 (354.3K m2)

of active warehousing space locally, and growing

Brantford is home to 40+ warehousing

and distribution companies

40+companies*

about 1,500 workers

employed in the industry locally, and

access to many more

1500workers*

warehousing / transportation

represented approx. $25.5 billion in GDP for Ontario in

2017

$25.5billion†

* Source: City of Brantford, Economic Development Division, 2018 Industrial Survey† Source: https://www.fin.gov.on.ca/en/budget/fallstatement/2017/ecotables.html

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A variety of government grants, loans, tax credits and support services are available to ensure successful and sustainable operations. Both federal and provincial programs offer an array of incentive programs and services that can lower corporate taxes and help save on labour costs, research and development, and expansion activities.

City of Brantford Business Support Services

• Designated City staff person to work with and guide your company through the municipal approval process and assist in expediting any municipal approvals required

• Assist with temporary office space location search, as required, and related professional services, as requested (legal, accounting, banking, real estate)

• Assist with community integration process relating to healthcare, education, housing and lifestyle amenities; provide community familiarization tours as requested

• Familiarize new companies with the services offered through Newcomer Connections Brantford-Brant (www.newcomerconnections.ca)

• Assist Foreign Direct Investments in securing work visas through local MP Office

inCenTiVeS & BuSineSS SuPPorT SerViCeS

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AVAilABle ProVinCiAl & federAl ProGrAmSGlobal Skills Strategy

Gives employers a faster and more predictable process for attracting top talent and new skills to Canada, creating economic growth and more middle-class jobs for Canadians. High-skilled workers coming to Canada on a temporary basis are now able to benefit from two-week processing of applications for work permits and, when necessary, temporary resident visas. Open work permits for spouses and study permits for dependents will also be processed in two weeks, when applicable.

Ministry Ontario Ministry of Economic Development & Growth

Contact Helen Hillman, Senior Business Advisor, Kitchener Office, 519-571-6065, Helen.Hillman@ontario.ca

Websitehttp://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/employers/gss.asp?_ga=2.43188773.1281311541.1507232566-1331023589.1488573993

Application Time ~2 weeks

Southwestern ontario development fund (Swodf)

The fund is a discretionary, non-entitlement program with limited funding. Under the business stream, the fund may provide up to 15% of eligible project costs to a maximum grant of $1.5 million. Projects must be a minimum of $500K over a maximum of 4 years. As well, for companies with greater than 20 employees, a minimum of 10 new, skilled and long-term sustainable jobs must be created. For project investments of $10+ million that create 50+ jobs, funding may be available in the form of a secured repayable loan, to a maximum of $5 million in provincial support.

Ministry Ontario Ministry of Economic Development & Growth

Contact Helen Hillman, Senior Business Advisor, Kitchener Office, 519-571-6065, Helen.Hillman@ontario.ca

Website http://www.ontario.ca/business-and-economy/southwestern-ontario-development-fund

Application Time

~60 to 80 business days after the program team receives a complete application from the company.

The City has been a big force in both helping us start up the

business and also getting

started with the people and incentives that

are required to get going. The biggest

incentive was very affordable

land. That’s what caught

the attention of the senior management

team.

Sergio CiprianiBlanking Operations

ManagerSamuel, Son & Co.

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AVAilABle ProVinCiAl & federAl ProGrAmSStrategic innovation fund

The objective of the Strategic Innovation Fund is to spur innovation for a better Canada. The program has four streams, each with its own precise objective:

• Stream 1: Encourage research and development (R&D) that will accelerate technology transfer and commercialization of innovative products, processes and services;

• Stream 2: Facilitate the growth and expansion of firms in Canada;• Stream 3: Attract and retain large-scale investments to Canada; and• Stream 4: Advance industrial research, development and technology

demonstration through collaboration between academia, non-profit organizations and the private sector.

Contact Ottawa (Headquarters) 1-800-328-6189

Website https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/programs/strategic-innovation-fund.html

Application Time

Program launched in July 2017, no data to accurately approximate application timelines.

Jobs and Prosperity fund

The Jobs and Prosperity Fund is providing $2.5 billion over 10 years to enhance productivity, bolster innovation and grow Ontario’s exports. The New Economy Stream builds R&D capacity, improves private-sector productivity, performance and competitiveness, and supports innovative businesses in expanding their market. The Strategic Partnerships Stream helps entrepreneurs, companies, research institutions, customers and investors work together to strengthen Ontario firms and our ability to compete globally.

Contact New Economy Stream, 416-326-7116, NEStream@ontario.ca

Contact Strategic Partnerships Stream, 416-326-6282, ESPStream@ontario.ca

Website http://www.ontario.ca/business-and-economy/jobs-and-prosperity-fund

Application Time

10 to 14 months (Ministry of Economic Development and Growth commits 4-6 months of work on the application before the Deputy Minister decides if the company will be invited to apply. Once company is invited, processing times vary from 6-8 months)

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reCenT loCAl inCenTiVe AnnounCemenTS

• Announced: October 2017• Grant Value: $11 million

The Province of Ontario contributed $11 million in funding from the Jobs and Prosperity Fund – Food and Beverage Growth Fund, for Ferrero Canada to expand its facilities and diversify product offerings. The expansion enables the Brantford plant to be the first facility outside of Europe to process raw cocoa beans and to produce the new Tic Tac Gum for North America. Total capital investment for the project is $90 million and will create 80 new jobs.

• Announced: March 2016• Grant Value: $2 million

The Province of Ontario contributed $2 million through the Jobs and Prosperity Fund to support Mitsu High-tec’s new Brantford facility. Mitsui utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques to produce motor cores for eco-friendly vehicles, such as hybrid and electric models. Total project value was approximately $38 million and created 48 highly skilled jobs.

• Announced: January 2015• Loan Value: $10 million

The Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, provided Patriot Forge with $10 million in repayable funds to help it expand operations in Brantford. The investment helped support the construction of a new 29,720 square-metre production facility. Total project value was $63 million and created 75 new full-time jobs.

• Announced: January 2013• Grant Value: $750,000

The Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, provided GreenMantra Technologies with $750,000 to complete final commercialization testing of its proprietary technology to produce industrial waxes from recycled plastics. The project created 13 high-value jobs.

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Brantford possesses a strong industry-based work ethic. Our labour force is very diverse with employees possessing skills and education from a wide variety of educational areas. The continued expansion and development of the community’s four post-secondary institutions ensures that the future labour pool of Brantford will only get stronger as more graduates enter the local workforce. The Brantford Census Metropolitan Area has an workforce of approximately 82,200 (Stats Can, 2019), with an annual 4.3% unemployment rate for 2019.

Brantford’s centralized location allows it to capitalize on many surrounding communities for talent attraction and retention, translating into 1.08 million workers within 50 km (30 mi) and 5.93 million workers within 125 km (80 mi). Brantford is ideally situated in the heart of the Greater Golden Horseshoe, one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regions in North America. This area is recognized for its highly-educated workforce and multicultural population, whose social and economic diversity are critical factors for success in a knowledge-based economy.

lABour forCe

There’s a skill set that’s required to run our equipment and we have been able to find the people we need here in Brantford.

Ed Seegmiller, CEO of Mott Manufacturing

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ComBined mAJor CiTy SiZeS125 km / 80 mi radius

Population: 7,500,000*

Labour force: 5,931,000**

50 km / 80 mi radius

Population: 1,400,000* Labour force: 1,082,000**

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LABOURFORCE

Number of people in the labour force. Source: Statistics Canada

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*Population estimate taken from FreeMapTools based on data from Statistics Canada and the U.S. Department of Commerce. **Estimates based on the Statistics Canada September 2019 Labour Market Report. Labour force is defined as individuals 15 to 64 years of age presently working or actively looking for work. Calculation uses Census Metropolitan Areas (CMA) and multiplying by 1.15 to account for surrounding rural centres. The Ontario ratio of CMAs to total population is 1:1.20.

Annual Unemployment Rates (2009 to 2019)

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The most important ingredient for business success is an educated and talented workforce. Ontario offers one of the best educated talent pools in the world, where 68% of adults have completed post-secondary education, more than in any other Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) country.

POST SECONDARY

Brantford has 4 post-secondary institutions offering a variety of programming. Wilfrid Laurier University, Conestoga College and Six Nations Polytechnic operate campuses located in Brantford. In addition, McMaster University

offers a residency program at the Brantford General Hospital. Wilfrid Laurier University, the largest university campus in the City, offers 19 undergraduate and 4 graduate programs with over 4,000 students.

There are 17 universities located within 125 km (80 mi) of Brantford. In 2018, over 362,000 students studied at these universities, including 276,000 full-time undergraduate and 43,290 full-time graduate students.

Conestoga College, in partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University, provides academic programming in Brantford’s downtown core. Additionally, Conestoga’s Institute of Food Processing Technology is

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conveniently located only 30 minutes away in Cambridge, ON and delivers programming to meets the needs of the food and beverage manufacturing industry by providing education, training, research and technical expertise. More information on the program is available at: http://www.conestogac.on.ca/ifpt/

There are 9 colleges located within 125 km (80 mi) of Brantford. In 2019, over 170,000 students studied at these colleges in a total of 1,666 programs.

PoST-SeCondAry SCHoolS in BrAnTford

Wilfrid Laurier University

3,100 students, 19 Programs, 4 Masters Degree Programs

Conestoga College

1,200 students, 14 Programs

McMaster University

2 Year Family Medicine Residency Program

Six Nations Polytechnic

400 students, 6 programs, pre-trades and technology

Students from Conestoga’s institute of food Processing Technology

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uniVerSiTieS

• 4 universities within 50 km / 30 mi of Brantford

• 17 universities within 125 km / 80 mi of Brantford

mAJor uniVerSiTieS wiTHin 125 Km / 80 mi of BrAnTford

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Brock University Hamilton, Niagara 50 / 30 18,550 14,800 1,400

McMaster University Hamilton, Burlington 35 / 20 32,600 26,700 3,900

OCAD University Toronto 100 / 60 4,470 3,200 190Ryerson University Toronto 100 / 60 42,860 28,200 2,300University of Guelph Guelph 55 / 35 29,910 24,300 2,600University of Toronto Toronto 100 / 60 89,540 64,900 17,000University of Waterloo Waterloo 55 / 35 39,200 32,000 4,600University of Western Ontario London 100 / 60 32,500 24,600 5,900

Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo 55 / 35 19,800 15,300 1,200

York University Toronto 115 / 70 53,500 42,000 4,200TOTAL † 362,930 276,000 43,290* Includes part time students. † Specialty university colleges not reported with main campus numbers not included. Source: Universities Canada, 2018 (https://www.univcan.ca/universities/facts-and-stats/enrolment-by-university/)

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• 3 colleges within 50 km / 30 mi of Brantford

• 9 colleges within 125 km / 80 mi of Brantford, of which 5 are designated as an Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning

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College Campus location km / mi Total Students Programs

Centennial College Toronto 125 / 80 20,046 215

Conestoga College * Kitchener 35 / 20 15,386 199

Fanshawe College London, Woodstock, Simcoe 50 / 30 18,150 215

George Brown College * Toronto 100 / 60 21,421 174Humber College * Toronto 110 / 70 26,749 222Mohawk College Hamilton 35 / 20 14,456 127

Niagara College Welland, St. Catherines 80 / 50 10,679 134

Seneca College * Toronto 120 / 75 23,300 195Sheridan College * Oakville, Brampton 65 / 40 20,355 185TOTAL 170,542 1,666* Designated as an Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning. Source: Province of Ontario, 2019 (https://www.ontario.ca/data/college-enrolment)

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Brantford’s strategic location provides access to a superior transportation system including highways, internationally connected railways with advanced traffic management systems, worldwide cargo and passenger aviation systems and proximity to extensive inland and international marine shipping facilities.

Brantford is located on Provincial Highway 403, part of the shortest traveled major highway route between the U.S. border points of Detroit (275 km / 170 mi) and Buffalo (140 km / 85 mi), and 100 km (60 mi) southwest of Toronto. The city’s superior transportation connectivity supports a multi-modal approach to moving

people and products. Passenger and freight rail services are provided on CN’s main Quebec to Windsor rail line.

The Brantford Municipal Airport provides a convenient and cost-effective gateway to local, national and international business markets. Commuters can access GO Bus transit service to connect to Hamilton and the Greater Toronto Area beyond. Within the City, Brantford Transit provides a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to get around.

For those looking to bike or hike, Brantford has over 70 km (45 mi) of trails in the city and along the Grand River that form part of the 24,000 km (15,000 mi) Trans Canada Trail.

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AIRPORTSCentrally located near major cargo and passenger airports in Southern Ontario, Brantford is uniquely positioned to access key domestic and international markets.

PORT AUTHORITIESOntario’s port system provides critical infrastructure linking the movement of goods by water to important landside services including critical connections to road and rail.

INTERMODAL ACCESSStrategically placed Intermodal Terminals provide ready access to over 75% of U.S. markets and all Canadian markets, and offer the flexibility to use rail, trucks and vessels to reach customers and suppliers.

Brantford has been, from an

investment standpoint, a

win-win for us. Brantford just

represented too many

opportunities. The location

is ideal. This is home for us.

Brantford is key.

John PavanelPresidentHematite

Manufacturing

Provider location km / mi

CN Intermodal Brampton, ON 100 / 60CP Intermodal Kleinburg, ON 115 / 70

Airport location km / mi

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport Hamilton 35 / 20

Region of Waterloo International Airport

Waterloo Region 40 / 25

London International Airport London 90 / 55

Toronto Pearson International Airport Toronto 95 / 60

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Hamilton Port Authority Hamilton, ON 55 / 35

Toronto Port Authority Toronto, ON 105 / 65

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Located in the heart of Southern Ontario on the banks of the historic Grand River, Brantford offers an exciting and enjoyable place to live, work and play. The river’s rural character, ease of access and lack of portages make it a desirable canoeing, kayaking and fishing destination while allowing visitors and residents to feel at one with nature, only minutes away from urban living.

Brantford’s prosperous legacy has graced the city with various architectural gems, cultural attractions and world-class recreation facilities. These include:

• Over 70 km (45 mi) of trails throughout the city, ranking as

one of the best trail systems in the Province of Ontario

• Dozens of exciting museums and art galleries, including the treasured Bell Homestead National Historic Site, Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant and Her Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawks

• State-of-the-art sports facilities, including the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre, Laurier Brantford YMCA Athletic and Recreation Centre, Bisons Alumni North Park Sports Complex, and Kiwanis Field

• World class performances and stage shows featured at the historic Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts

• Two beautiful golf courses,

QuAliTy of life

There’s so much to do here in Brantford. It’s a great place for staff to live and a great place to raise a family.

Scott Lyons, PresidentExtend Communications

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including the Brantford Golf and Country Club, the 4th oldest golf club in North America

• Unique Farmers’ Market, serving the Brantford community since 1848

• Elements Casino Brantford

HOUSING

With home prices continuing to rise in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), more and more buyers are shifting their sights to Brantford based on affordability, proximity to major urban centres and an attractive mix of housing options. For the last 4 years, Brantford ranked in the top 3 markets for MoneySense’s “Where to Buy Real Estate Now” in Canada.

As of January 2020 the average price of a home in Brantford was $477,032, comparatively lower than surrounding metropolitan areas.

JAn. 2020 Home PriCeS metropolitan Area Avg. PriceBrantford $477,032 Cambridge $509,339 Guelph $566,800Kitchener-Waterloo $579,432Hamilton-Burlington $629,200Greater Toronto Area $828,200Oakville-Milton $1,048,400Source: Canadian Real Estate Association, Average Prices (http://www.crea.ca/housing-market-stats/national-price-map/)

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The City of Brantford has built a world class facility that I am very proud to be a part of. This facility will give families in the community greater opportunities to foster their skills and to create fond memories like the ones I have. I’m so proud to be a part of this wonderful facility.

Wayne Gretzky

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Brantford Community Charity Airshow

Bell City Brewing Co. Canoeing on the Grand river

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wayne Gretzky Sports Centre Canada day Celebration, lions Park

Highway 403 / oak Park road

Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts

399 Wayne Gretzky Parkway, Brantford, ON N3R 8B4519-751-9900 or 1-800-265-6299

advantage@brantford.ca / advantagebrantford.ca