Welcome OBJ Readers!
Leeds Grenville is actively seeking ambitious newcomers, entrepreneurs, and skilled professionals who bring new perspectives, drive innovation, and fill vital roles across our local economy.
Set among the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rideau Canal, the Frontenac Arch Biosphere, and the St. Lawrence River, Leeds Grenville offers:
- Strategic access to major markets
- Competitive operating costs
- A skilled workforce
- Development-ready land
- Supportive municipalities
- Strong transportation and infrastructure networks
An exceptional quality of life awaits in remarkable towns and villages where you can connect, grow, and succeed. Whether you're expanding a business, launching a new venture, or bringing specialized skills to our growing economy, you'll find a welcoming place to build your future.
The Economic Development Team can help you navigate planning and development, business registration, identify suitable locations, attract local talent, access municipal, provincial, and federal support programs, and build the relationships that support long-term success, where lifestyle grows good business.
Connect with Shelbi McFarlane, Business Development Officer
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Shelbi is passionate about helping businesses succeed in Leeds Grenville’s welcoming small-town and rural communities. Whether you're starting a new venture, expanding an existing business, or exploring opportunities to relocate, she is always happy to connect and provide guidance, resources, and local insight. With experience in planning, investment attraction, and economic development, Shelbi is committed to helping entrepreneurs and business owners navigate opportunities and make meaningful connections that support long-term growth in Leeds Grenville. Call: 613-342-3840 x 5361 Email: Shelbi.McFarlane@uclg.on.ca |
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