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1 2013/2014 Investment Profile Business to Business Business to government Business to Community 414 Locust St., Suite 203, Burlington, ON L7S 1T7 Canada t f Toll free: BEDC (2332) bedc.ca

2 The following are only a few projects for retail, commercial, and employment uses/users. Opportunities include building leases, land leases, land sales, and build to suit. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT HIGHWAY 403 OFFICE RETAIL KING ROAD RETAIL RETAIL HOTEL CN RAIL Contact: Angelo Paletta President Phone: Fax: apaletta@paletta.ca UPPER MIDDLE ROAD WILL DIVIDE TO SUIT BLOCK HA (29.79 acres) BLOCK 7.70 HA (19.03 acres) BLOCK 8.07 HA (19.94 acres) BLOCK 7.23 HA (17.86 acres) MAINWAY 4480 Paletta Court Burlington, ON L7L 5R2 BURLOAK DRIVE Burloak Employment Estates Burloak Drive* Since 1967, Paletta International Corporation has continued to provide opportunities and services to clients in retail, commercial, industrial, and institutional areas, as well as in all forms of residential and recreational properties. 403/King Road* FUTURE DEVELOPMENT GO & VIA RAIL WATERDOWN ROAD LOWES 407 RETAIL OFFICE AREA Harrison Court APPLEBY LINE Appleby/407 Centre Appleby Line* * The above drawings are concepts; not approved site plans.

3 Table of Contents Burlington A New Era of Growth...3 BEDC Your Growth Partner...5 Top 10 Reasons to Invest in Burlington...7 Diverse Economy Drives Sustainable Growth...8 A Talented Workforce Creates Competitive Advantage...10 Burlington Investment Districts...14 Key Economic Sectors Expand Market Reach...16 Transportation Burlington is Connected to World Markets...18 The 20-Year Opportunity...21 Burlington s Prosperity Corridor...22 Innovation & Growth Programs...25 Quality of Place Adds Balance to Your Life

4 Burlington Business Park Next Phase 3215 Harvester Road 80,000 sq ft Under construction Spring 2013 Delivery Targeting LEED Gold h Way Guelph Line Queen Elizabet vester Road Harrv Laure ntian Drive 1 1 For more info please contact: 2 Luke L. Zych, AACI, P. App Senior Director, Real Estate Sun Life Financial King Street West, 23rd floor Toronto, Ontario M5H 1J9 Phone: (416) luke.zych@sunlife.com Brokers Protected

5 Burlington A New Era of Growth Why do people choose to live or have their business in Burlington? It is quality of life. In a recent Environics survey, 95% of the local participants ranked their quality of life very high. It is no surprise that MoneySense magazine has named Burlington the best medium-sized city in Canada in which to live. Quality of life creates competitive advantage for local companies. The talent and dedication of your workforce is a prime driver of company success. Burlington businesses know that they attract, and keep, the best and brightest employees. Living and working here is an easy sell when a company can point to: The lifestyle opportunities related to being on the doorstep of Lake Ontario and the natural areas of the Niagara Escarpment; The ability to reduce daily commuting; and The security of being in one of Canada s safest communities. All of this gives Burlington the ideal platform for launching a new era of growth in the city. A city cannot stop growing if it wants to maintain and improve the quality of its services. Recently, City Council adopted growth targets to double the level of industrial/commercial development within our urban boundary. Economic development is a community priority and the City has increased its investment in the Burlington Economic Development Corporation to act upon our aggressive growth objectives. Creating and maintaining a community of choice for both employers and families takes a focused and committed effort. So what is Burlington doing to achieve our prosperity agenda? We are: Implementing a financial plan to keep our municipal costs within the range of inflation; Investing in next generation infrastructure within our employment districts, beginning with the Prosperity Corridor along the QEW highway; Supporting the community s innovate Burlington program that links university and college graduates with companies undertaking innovative projects; and Encouraging a vibrant and healthy, mixed-use downtown. Our strategic vision is to ensure that Burlington is a city where people, nature and business thrive. By working closely with our business community, Burlington will continue to attract the best in business from across Canada and the world. I welcome you and your company to join our truly dynamic and thriving economy. Rick Goldring Mayor of Burlington Yours truly, Rick Goldring, Mayor of Burlington 3

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7 BEDC Your Growth Partner Burlington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) has a mandate to enhance the growth prospects of our existing companies and bring new high-value firms to the community. Our focus is on growing the economic base to sustain our competitive and prosperous community. BEDC is the first point of contact for companies seeking to invest or expand in Burlington. Burlington Offers a Wide Range of Opportunities... Looking for industrial, office or commercial space? You will find the right fit in Burlington. For a speedy and cost-effective relocation or expansion process, BEDC Provides customized business proposals, with solid reasons to invest in Burlington Supports the growth of Burlington s portfolio of shovel ready investment opportunities Markets pre-qualified buildings and lands Ensures the development process meets your timelines. For Your Continuing Success, BEDC Links you with partners and programs to meet your staffing and innovation needs Works directly with companies on issues and opportunities through our businessfirst Program Connects Burlington s corporate community with a number of diverse business networking events Addresses the needs of business through targeted sector initiatives and peer-topeer networking. Let BEDC Connect You BEDC has a highly skilled team of seasoned professionals with a combined 90 years of experience we are poised to take on your next project. Contact us for more information and to get started. Kyle Benham Executive Director, BEDC Burlington s Accelerated Growth Targets By 2031, the Burlington economy will: Add 29,000 new jobs Build 17.7 million square feet of new industrial/ commercial space Increase the City s tax base by $11.7 million annually Burlington Economic Development Corporation 414 Locust Street, Suite 203 Burlington, ON L7S 1T7 Canada Phone: Toll Free: Fax: bedc@burlington.ca 5

8 91% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION1. SO WHY WOULD YOU CHOOSE ANYBODY ELSE? Why are Cogeco Business Solutions customers so satisfied? 1 Maybe it s our 3-YEAR PRICE GUARANTEE ON BUSINESS PHONE AND INTERNET. Or for many other reasons like: No hidden fees All inclusive pricing No sneaky auto-renewals 24/7 local support And many more! BUSINESS INTERNET BUSINESS PHONE In Burlington, more businesses are switching to Cogeco. Let us show you why. Contact Mike Fozard, our Business Solutions Specialist in Burlington today! Call ext or visit Cogeco.ca/Biz. BUSINESS SOLUTIONS How can we help you? Some restrictions may apply. Applicable where Cogeco Business Solutions services are available. Full terms and conditions available at Cogeco.ca/Biz % of the persons surveyed during a study conducted from June 6 June 29, 2012 by the Cube Research firm among a sample of 303 Cogeco Business Solutions clients from Quebec and Ontario selected a satisfaction level of 7 or more on a scale of 10. Weighted average according to provinces and subscribed services.

9 Top 10 Reasons to Invest in Burlington Top 10 Reasons to Invest in Burlington 1. Centre of the QEW/403 & 407 highway interchanges allows direct linkages from all cardinal points to major Canadian and U.S. Markets. 2. Robust and diverse economic base with Annual GDP of $8.07 billion: 34% in Financial, Business, and Professional Services; 18% in Advanced Manufacturing and 15% in Trade. 3. Centre of the Golden Horseshoe providing easy access to Ontario s largest pool of over 2 million diverse and highly skilled workforce professionals within commuting distance; further, 65% of Burlington residents have a post-secondary education. 4. Transportation System boasting three GO Train commuter stations and a VIA station spanning the City and close proximity to four International Airports, accommodating business and executive travel. 5. Ideal Head Office and Divisional HQ location; home to Fortune 500 Companies like L-3 WESCAM, Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd., and divisions of Cogeco Cable Canada LP. 6. Home of the Ron Joyce Centre, DeGroote School of Business, housing McMaster University s Masters in Business Administration & Executive Education programs. 7. Innovative business culture thrives from central positioning surrounded by some of the highly acclaimed educational institutions acres of vacant employment land with Developers/Design Builders to meet your precise needs; low annualized cost of Office Development under $20/square foot. 9. Enviable quality of life: MoneySense magazine ranks Burlington as the #1 Best Mid-Sized City to Live in Canada. 10. Pro business, stable and fiscally prudent local government. Burlington is committed to investing in public infrastructure and contributes to Halton Region s 22nd AAA Credit Rating. BEDC Premier Investors John van Leeuwen Chief Executive Officer, EcoSynthetix EcoSynthetix is extremely pleased to call Burlington home for our new Centre of Innovation and Corporate Headquarters. Burlington is a perfect location for us as it puts us in the heart of the brain triangle surrounded by great schools, with McMaster here, University of Toronto/Ryerson University down the QEW and Waterloo/Guelph just a short drive to the north. Leveraging this available talent is crucial for us as we continue to grow as a leading technology and market developer of biobased materials. 7

10 Diverse Economy Drives Sustainable Growth Ruta Stauskas VP, Human Resources, Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd. Boehringer Ingelheim is one of the world s top 20 pharmaceutical companies, and our Canadian headquarters are located right here in Burlington. Burlington is a vibrant city with a productive workforce, a strong sense of community, and a very business competitive landscape. Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd. is truly proud to call Burlington home!!! The diversity of Burlington s business base is the key to its economic success. Sector concentrations in advanced manufacturing, financial services, information technology, and earth and medical services, are creating real and sustained growth within the community. Burlington s dynamic economy creates overlapping opportunities for companies to provide goods and services to multiple sectors, and to find the suppliers needed to optimize their operations. Burlington is strategically located in the most prosperous area in Canada (known as the Golden Horseshoe), and is a prime location for many diverse businesses. Home to a number of Fortune 500 companies with global mandates, part of Burlington s strength lies in its economic diversity, creating our reputation as a high performance economy. Diverse Employment Base Creates a Prosperous Economy Accommodations, Food Services 6% Information, Culture, Entertainment 5% Business Services 9% Professional, Science, Technology Services 7% Finance, Insurance, Real Estate 7% Education, Government, Health Care 18% Manufacturing 16% Retail & Wholesale Trade 20% Other Services 4% Primary Utilities, Transportation & Warehousing 4% Construction 4% Burlington expects to add 29,000 new jobs by 2031, an increase of 24%. The majority of these jobs will be in value-added service sectors. Innovation and capital investment in advanced and traditional manufacturing will support a skilled employment base while increasing productivity. 8

11 Leading Employers in Burlington Sector Company Advanced Cogent Power Manufacturing Comtek Advanced Structures Ltd. Financial Services ICT Life & Earth Sciences Food Processing & Packaging Steel & Metal Fabrication Transportation & Logistics Etratech Inc. Evertz Mircrosystems Ltd. L-3 WESCAM ON Semiconductors Semtech Thomson-Gordon Group Zeton Inc. CIT Financial The CUMIS Group John Deere Credit Inc. Cogeco Cable Canada LP Dependable IT EMC 2 Gemalto Canada Pink Elephant VMware Canada AMEC Amerisource Bergen Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) Ltd. Byrne Engineering-Ameresco Canada Cedarlane Laboratories Ecodyne Ltd. EcoWaste Solutions Hunter Amenities International Life Technologies Inc. MTE Consultants Inc. Better Bitters Brewing Company Fearmans Pork Inc. Hood Packaging Corp. Ippolito Group Tender Choice Foods Voortman Cookies Bailey Metal Products Ltd. Hadrian Manufacturing Laurel Steel Metrican Stamping Samuel, Son & Co. Ltd. Westlake Industries Sylvite Transportation Group UPS Supply Chain Solutions Burlington s annual GDP of $8.07 billion dollars is driven by the Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, Business, Professional, Scientific and Technical Service sectors, representing 34%, or $2.7 billion dollars. These sectors contain over 6,000 businesses, employing 23% of the workforce. Advanced Manufacturing is the second highest GDP earner at $1.4 billion, reflecting 16% of the employment base through 355 companies. This is followed by Trade & Wholesale with $1.1 billion in annual GDP and over 1,300 employers, supporting 20% of the workforce. Gross Domestic Product Information, Culture, Entertainment 5% Business Services 8% Professional, Science, Technology Services 5% Business Base Business Services 7% Accommodations, Food Services 2% Accommodations, Food Services 6% Information, Culture, Entertainment 3% Professional, Science, Technology Services 15% Finance, Insurance, Real Estate 10% Finance, Insurance, Real Estate 21% Education, Government, Health Care 16% Education, Government, Health Care 10% Manufacturing 18% Retail & Wholesale Trade 15% Other Services 2% Primary Utilities, Transportation & Warehousing 4% Construction 4% Other Services 9% Primary Utilities, Transportation & Warehousing 4% Retail & Wholesale Trade 22% Construction 8% Manufacturing 6% 9

12 A Talented Workforce Creates Competitive Advantage Burlington s well-educated and skilled workforce provides companies with the talent they need to develop leading products and services to prosper in global markets. Well Located With a talent pool of approximately 2 million people to draw from within a 45-minute commute, employers have the added advantage of attracting their workers from a large commuter shed that includes Halton Region, Toronto, Mississauga, Hamilton, Guelph, Brantford, and the Niagara Region. Dr. Leonard Waverman Dean, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University, Ron Joyce Centre Burlington is home to McMaster University s Ron Joyce Centre, the newest development at McMaster s DeGroote School of Business. The Ron Joyce Centre and its MBA and executive education programs form a hub for academic and economic collaboration in Burlington and Halton Region. We at DeGroote are proud to partner with the BEDC in building a knowledge economy, strengthening the local business environment and attracting new investment to Burlington. Regional planning estimates that the Burlington labour catchment area will be one of the fastest growing, with Halton Region alone forecasting employment to reach over 390,000 workers by This is an increase of 29%. Well Educated Burlington offers any existing or future employer a multitude of people with a strong blend of educational backgrounds. Exceeding the provincial average of educational achievement, 65% of our residents have post-secondary qualifications, and over 30% of the adult population in Burlington holds a university degree. These statistics are significantly higher than the rest of Ontario, with an average achievement rate of 26%. Education Infrastructure Educational attainment is enhanced by the quality and mix of post-secondary institutions, located in and around our community. They partner with local employers to enhance their existing and future workforce. Access to these institutions gives the City a leading edge in areas such as applied research, finance and business services, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and life sciences. 10

13 Education Attainment for Burlington Ages 25 to 64 Post-Secondary Institutions High School certificate or equivalent 25% No certificate, diploma or degree 7% University certificate, diploma or degree 30% Other 5% College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma 26% Apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma 7% Name City Distance KM Miles The Ron Joyce Centre, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University Burlington Charles Sturt University Burlington McMaster Family Medical Health Centre Burlington Trillium College Burlington The Centre for Skills Development & Training Burlington McMaster University Hamilton Mohawk College Hamilton Sheridan College Oakville University of Guelph Guelph University of Toronto Toronto Ryerson University Toronto Brock University St. Catharines University of Waterloo Waterloo Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo A new resource for local companies is innovate Burlington s SPARC Placement program, which connects high quality graduates with local companies to assist them in new initiatives. This cost-effective and flexible resource can help your company stay future focused and up-to-date. To learn more, contact info@innovateburlington.ca. Located in the City of Burlington 11

14 Depth of Talent The City attracts an impressive combination of talented professionals that benefit from Burlington s high quality of life, abundance of recreational amenities, and ready access to the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario. We have a generous mix of employment opportunities with leading employers, offering a variety of careers in fields ranging from finance and business professions, to engineering and applied science. Halton Labour Market by Occupation Gerry Kavanaugh President, APEX Composites Arts, Culture, Recreation & Sports 9,985 Business, Finance & Administration Education 14,009 61,603 Health 13,842 Apex Composites was created in a garage in Burlington and has now grown into a state-ofthe-art, 30,000-squarefoot manufacturing and R&D facility. A Burlington location has Management Natural & Applied Sciences Primary Industries Processing, Manufacturing & Utilities Sales & Service Social Science, Government & Religion Trades, Transport & Operations 6,092 12,828 13,214 23,755 32,074 57,252 69,980 many advantages, but primarily we can access Source: Financial Post Markets, Canadian Demographics, 2012 our international markets with ease, find the right staff to bring valueadded solutions to our customers and of course, Burlington is a great place to live and raise a family! 12

15 health technology entrepreneurship Mohawk College s ideaworks is helping to drive innovation and economic prosperity by putting students and faculty to work on industry-driven applied research and commercialization projects. We help businesses research, design, develop, test and commercialize new products, with a focus on software solutions and mobile applications. Through these collaborations, ideaworks is supporting the spirit of entrepreneurship that is transforming the region. Contact: Valerie Mitanoff, Industry Liaison Officer valerie.mitanoff@mohawkcollege.ca ext mohawkc ollege.c a/ideaworks

16 CITY OF HAMILTON CITY OF HAMILTON MILBUROUGH LINE BURLINGTON INVESTMENT DISTRICTS Burlington Investment Districts 407 Corridor The Prosperity Corridor 403 West Corridor Downtown Bronte Meadows CEDAR SPRINGS ROAD N I New City Park HIGHWAY No. 6 C.P.R. MUNICIPAL BOUNDARY ROAD BRANT STREET Bayview Park KING ROAD HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 20 minutes WATERD OWN / VIA Aldershot WEST CORRIDOR Royal Botanical Gardens Hidden Valley Park PLAINS ROAD WEST LaSalle Park and Marina PLAINS ROAD EAST LaSalle Park NOR TH SHO R E BLVD. KING ROAD Q.E.W. Maple Park PLAINS ROAD EAST MAPLE AVE ^ B U R L I N G T O N B A Y IC Performing Arts Centre &% ÆX Spencer Smith Park D For further mapping information including Ward Boundaries, please visit burlington.ca and follow the mapping link to Interactive Mapping. Port of Hamilton Kilometers Canada Centre for Inland Waters Burlington Canal LAKESHORE ROAD Beachway Park U.S. Border 45 minutes Buffalo Niagara International Airport 60 minutes 14

17 407 TREMAINE RD. TOWN OF OAKVILLE No. 1 SIDE ROAD p TO BURLINGTON EXECUTIVE AIRPARK 5 minutes TORONTO PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 40 minutes ± A G A R Brant Hills Park A E S C A R P M E N T DUNDAS STREET GUELPH LINE Ireland Park WALKERS LINE IC / URGENT CARE Norton Community Park Millcroft Park APPLEBY LINE 407 CORRIDOR C.N.R. This Area Proposed Orchard Community Park MUNICIPAL BOUNDARY UPPER MIDDLE ROAD Tansley Woods CC Tansley Woods Park BRONTE MEADOWS Mountainside Park MAINWAY THE PROSPERITY CORRIDOR TORONTO 40 minutes Q.E.W. NORTH SERVICE ROAD SOUTH SERVICE ROAD McMaster University ^ ^ Burlington HARVESTER ROAD ^ C.N.R. Appleby FAIRVIEW STREET BRANT STREET OWNTOWN Central Park GUELPH LINE NEW STREET WALKERS LINE Nelson Park ROAD APPLEBY LINE NEW STREET BURLOAK DRIVE L A K E O N T A R I O LAKESHORE Paletta Lakefront Park Burloak Waterfront Park Legend Freeways Major Roads Major Creeks RBG_Trails 2005 Waterfront_Trail Downtown Core Employment Area Hydro Land Major Commercial Area Major Parks and Open Space Residential (including Corridors) Provincial Greenbelt Plan &% ÆX IC Performing Arts Centre Visitor Information Centre GO/VIA Transit Station Hospital / Urgent Care Education & Training ^ ^ ^ ^ Centre for Skills Development & Training & Charles Sturt University Trillium College Halton Industry Education Council McMaster University DeGroote School of Business 15

18 Key Economic Sectors Expand Market Reach Burlington has a unique concentration of companies in Life & Earth Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing, Information & Communications Technology, and Financial & Business Services. This creates multiple opportunities for companies wishing to: Offer products and services to a range of new customers Interact directly with the customer to meet emerging needs Partner with complementary companies to develop new products and find new markets Improve operations by working with leading suppliers and professionals Leading Economic Sectors will Drive Future Growth Employment Breakdown by Key Sectors Financial & Business Services 15,123 employees Advanced Manufacturing 15,234 employees ICT 5,100 employees Life & Earth Sciences 13,194 employees Source: D&B 2012, BEDC analysis Key Sectors Life & Earth Sciences Burlington is ideally located for companies looking to benefit from Canada s top research institutions, including the National Water Research Institute and McMaster University. This infrastructure has contributed to an emerging Water Technologies sector. Approximately 13,194 people are employed in life or earth sciences occupations, in 1,400 firms. Subsectors: Water and waste treatment and disposal Pharmaceutical and cosmetic wholesaler-distributors Outpatient care centres, including physicians and healthcare practitioners Architectural, engineering, and geo-technical services Medical diagnostic laboratories

19 Advanced Manufacturing Burlington has seen significant growth in the sector with over 355 companies, directly employing 15,234 people. BEDC has further supported this sector through the Next Generation Manufacturing Project. Subsectors: Electrical, radio, T.V. and communications equipment Industrial control products, electronic inspection and monitoring instruments Power distribution, transformer cores, and components Commercial and service industry machinery Aerospace products and parts Semiconductors and other electronic components Information & Communications Technology Burlington is positioned well in Ontario s technology corridor, allowing easy access to customers and a professional workforce. The City is home to roughly 400 firms employing over 5,100 people in a range of niche subsectors. Subsectors: Computer and communications equipment and suppliers Computer systems design, programming and related services Software publishers Electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance Financial & Business Services Burlington is part of North America s top three financial services hubs. The City is home to national and regional Financial & Business Services headquarters, with an estimated 3,743 businesses, directly employing over 15,123 people. Subsectors: Non-depository credit intermediation Securities and commodity contracts intermediation and brokerage Capital asset financing, insurance carriers and related activities Real Estate, rental and leasing services Management, scientific and technical consulting services John Lever Regional Vice President, Halton South, RBC Royal Bank Burlington is a community well positioned to take advantage of today s modern economy. It has a dynamic workforce, successful businesses and a caring community. RBC is proud to support BEDC and be a part of this progressive city! Source: Statistics Canada 2012, D&B 2012, BEDC analysis

20 Transportation Burlington is Connected to World Markets Burlington is globally connected by highway linkages, an extensive passenger and cargo rail network, access to four international airports, and waterway connections through the St. Lawrence Seaway Toronto International Airport Hamilton International Airport Port of Hamilton USA Chicago Niagara Falls International Airport Buffalo Niagara International Airport Burlington Detroit Windsor 1 CANADA Quebec Ottawa Montreal Boston Toronto Buffalo New York By Road Served by three intersecting highways: QEW, 403 and 407, Burlington offers direct linkages to both national and U.S. markets. 40% of the American market can be accessed within a one-day drive from Burlington. Burlington is within easy reach of many U.S./Canada border crossings. Border Crossing KM Distance Miles Queenston-Lewiston minutes Niagara Falls minutes Fort Erie Buffalo hour Time from Burlington Port Huron Sarnia hours 30 minutes Detroit hours 30 minutes Source: Mapquest 18

21 By Rail An increasing number of companies are utilizing lower shipping costs offered by rail. Burlington is served by CN Rail, Canadian Pacific and GO Transit. By Air Burlington is situated between two of Canada s busiest airports: Toronto Pearson International Airport and Hamilton International Airport. Burlington is about an hour away from Buffalo Niagara & Niagara Falls International Airports which offer direct access to many American cities. By Water Airport Distance from Burlington Travel Time Toronto Pearson International Airport 55 km 40 minutes Hamilton International Airport 34 km 25 minutes Burlington Executive Airport 5 km 10 minutes Niagara Falls International Airport, USA Buffalo Niagara International Airport, USA Source: Mapquest 83 km 60 minutes 121 km 60 minutes Overview Passenger travel; courier and freight Passenger travel; courier and freight Small aircraft; private charters Passenger travel; courier and freight Passenger travel, courier and freight Defined as the busiest of the Great Lakes ports, the Port of Hamilton handles approximately 12 million tons of cargo and is visited by over 700 vessels each year. Located on the periphery of Burlington, less than a 15-minute drive, this facility offers Burlington businesses an alternative form of goods transportation. Patrick Sugrue President, Fearmans Pork Inc. Fearmans calls Burlington home because of its strategic location, on the cusp of one of North America s largest food producer clusters and a day s drive from 110 million consumers. This enables Fearmans to deliver the freshest pork products to consumers in the Great Lakes basin and New England states. The fact that Burlington is situated on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario with its vibrant downtown area and efficient mass transit to provide easy access for our associates is a huge plus as well. 19

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23 The 20-Year Opportunity Burlington s Employment Lands Operational Plan 5 Key Strategic Employment Districts 403 West Corridor 407 Corridor QEW Prosperity Corridor Bronte Meadows Downtown Alf Zeuner Chairman, BEDC Burlington has been actively involved in shaping robust and vibrant communities where citizens can both live and work. Employment lands are critical to the shortterm, medium-term and long-term economic and social viability of the city and its various neighborhoods. In November 2012, Burlington City Council endorsed aggressive industrial/commercial growth targets, and requested BEDC to take the lead in creating short and long-term development opportunities. What does this mean? Establishing 5 Key Employment Districts for targeted growth and development Identifying investment opportunities for them and their infrastructure needs Leveraging cooperative marketing activities with industry, real estate, and developers Supporting the construction of over 900,000 square feet of new industrial, office and commercial space per year until 2031 an increase of over 110% of current targets Targeting high-value/high-growth companies in Burlington s key economic sectors Stimulating over 1,500 jobs a year to reach 29,000 new jobs across the city by 2031 Generating over $600,000 in new tax revenue a year a 119% increase over current forecasts. The longer term goal will see the City essentially double its industrial/ commercial revenues over 20 years by focusing on business intensification below the escarpment, thereby driving Burlington s longterm fiscal capabilities and sustainability. 21

24 Burlington s Prosperity Corridor - Built on Success Burlington is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and an atmosphere that supports innovation and global engagement. Now, BEDC is proud to introduce Burlington s Prosperity Corridor: Where Success is Built. Burlington s QEW Corridor is one of the GTA s best development opportunities. Centrally located, the Prosperity Corridor will add over 2.5 million square feet of prime space, creating a signature business environment for major employers across the province. Easy access to the U.S. border and Southwestern Ontario Priceless company brand recognition through external signage seen by the daily 200,000 plus vehicle traffic along the QEW Life Balance hub, providing opportunities to benefit from amenities for executives and employees Enjoy the convenience of enviable highway access and links to GO Transit s Lakeshore west line and access to a labour force of over two million people within a 45-minute commute. And the development has begun. With over $16 million in road and infrastructure upgrades and the announcement of IKEA s relocation of their iconic retail store and Canadian head office to Walker s Line and QEW, this kicks off a new era of growth within the GTA s most cost competitive region. BEDC creates and promotes new development and growth opportunities within our community. BEDC works directly with you to find the right business location and guide your expansion plan. Thinking of your next investment? Call us first. 22

25 QEW Guelph Line Walkers Line Appleby Line Burloak Drive Developing the area of North Service Road between Guelph Line and Burloak Drive is the starting point for turning the QEW employment lands into Burlington s Prosperity Corridor. Our vision is to launch a cycle of re-investment that will see high profile sites fill the QEW corridor with new office buildings and modern industrial complexes that will house leading companies and create high quality jobs that mirror the skills of our residents. Kyle Benham, Executive Director, BEDC 23

26 Clean and affordable natural gas fuels economic growth Natural gas is the only traditional fuel that s dropped in price over the past decade. Massive new discoveries of natural gas and ongoing improvements in extraction techniques means supply and stable pricing will continue for decades. Union Gas partners with communities and businesses to encourage wise energy use through energy saving programs, financial incentives for energy efficient technologies and expert advice for energy solutions. Union Gas has the expertise to help create an actionable energy plan identify energy efficient technologies and incentives available to your business manage your energy with online access to billing detail and energy consumption BUSINESS To learn more about how Union Gas can help your business succeed, visit uniongas.com/business Union Gas Limited 02/2013 UG

27 Innovation & Growth Programs Burlington companies face a competitive global marketplace in the pursuit of growth and excellence. Recognizing this, Burlington has developed a suite of programs and incentives to make operating a business in Burlington productive and rewarding. innovate Burlington is a local community initiative dedicated to empowering businesses. It specializes in helping forward-thinking companies achieve focus through targeted market research, guided business planning and effective communications. By leveraging fresh thinking and expert guidance, this initiative delivers insight-driven strategies that enable growth. The Angel One Investor Network is a member-based, not-for-profit organization for accredited investors. Angel One membership has grown to over 75 local members in good standing. Over $3.5 million has been invested into 12 companies by Angel One members since December This has delivered over $13 million in equity and government funding to those companies. Angel One provides members with opportunities to increase their exposure to quality pre-screened companies seeking capital and gives the Angels the opportunity to expand their network of like-minded investors. HalTech is a regional innovation centre whose mission is to act as a catalyst for innovation and commercialization by delivering services such as connecting, marketing and advisory services, access to service providers and funding to help Burlington based enterprises start, grow and succeed. The City of Burlington also offers a Building Permit Fast Track Service to streamline the development process for your building construction. Burlington Hydro s GridSmartCity programs offer a variety of savings and innovation programs for companies. Burlington Hydro will assist with facility lighting management, process improvements, and solar and co-generation development options. Gerry Smallegange President & CEO, Burlington Hydro Electric Inc. Burlington takes business seriously. This gives the City the ability and willingness to sustain a positive business climate. The results are clear. Burlington has seen significant and diverse job growth over the last decade. The City and Burlington Hydro s recent investments in infrastructure help maintain this positive economic momentum. 25

28 We deliver: Development in Burlington The Planning and Building Department is responsible for development approvals, plans examination, building inspections and by-law enforcement on all privately owned and some public lands in the City of Burlington. Our experienced and well-trained staff are devoted to providing courteous assistance, timely service and fair, independent professional advice on a full range of planning and building applications. We invite prospective industrial and commercial developers to contact us early with your ideas for development in Burlington. Prompt multi-disciplinary pre-consultation on major planning and development proposals and site selection, Upfront assessment and advice by Registered Professional Planners on prospective plans requiring Official Plan or Zoning By-law amendments and site plan approval, Clear and timely interpretation and advice on City of Burlington planning policies and zoning regulations, Assistance in the procedures to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code from application to inspection and occupancy, Seamless processes for reviewing plans from policy, regulation, site plan requirements to building permit services, inspections and occupancy, Fast track service for building plans examination our review processes are in full compliance with Ontario Building Code time line requirements fast track services offer expedited review at modest premium rates, Fair and open-minded consideration of all proposals and applications, while firmly applying Burlington Council s approved vision and policies. City of Burlington Planning and Building Department 2nd Floor, City Hall 426 Brant Street Burlington, Ontario L7R 3Z ext Toll free:

29 Quality of Place Adds Balance to Your Life Burlington has been consistently ranked as one of Canada s Best Places to Live. This year, MoneySense magazine has named Burlington the best medium-sized city in which to live in Canada, the best place for new immigrants, and the fourth best place to retire in Canada. The MoneySense ranking gave Burlington top marks for mild weather, low unemployment, high incomes, low crime, and a thriving arts community. With a blend of vibrant neighbourhoods, Burlington offers a mix of opportunities for people to work here, do business here and live here, which translates into less time commuting, meaning more time to: Embrace nature at the Royal Botanical Gardens Enrich your experience at the many annual waterfront festivals Engage in a kids soccer game at a local park Explore the Niagara Escarpment parks and trails and the Lake Ontario promenade Experience our vibrant downtown through dining and shopping outings Enjoy a cultural performance at the Performing Arts Centre Building outstanding quality of place takes time and effort. The City s most recent investment is in the 212,795 sq ft Alton Community Campus. Conveniently located on one site in the fast-growing Alton community of northeast Burlington, the new, fully accessible building will be home to a sports and recreation facility, featuring eight competition-sized gyms, a three-storey public high school and an integrated public library branch. The shared facility is set to open in the Fall of In 2013 Burlington is Canada s... 1 st BEST Place to Live among Mid-Sized Cities 1 st BEST Place for New Immigrants 4 th BEST Place to Retire Searching for a hidden paradise? Try Burlington. This suburban community on the western edge of Lake Ontario combines some of the country s highest incomes with one of its lowest crime rates. 27

30 DESIGN/BUILD AVAILABLE Block 1 : AC Block 16: AC Block 19: AC Block 20: AC Block 21: AC Block 27: AC Block 28: AC PORTFOLIO 65,765 sf 33,866 sf 70,615 sf 52,635 sf 36,000 sf 35,209 sf 37,722 sf 1080 CLAY 63,399 sf Sheldon Creek is a collection of signature properties in one of Burlington s finest locations. Striking architecture and applications of pre-cast and refl ective glass make these premier facilities, all located in one of the GTA s business meccas. 45,088 sf 145,517 sf

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