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There’s no such thing as a business park where opportunities sell themselves — but the 500-acre Keswick Business Park in the Town of Georgina comes pretty close. Nestled along the south shore of Lake Simcoe, Georgina is located about an hour north of Toronto and the new business park offers one of the most extensive footprints for business development in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Business owners choose Georgina to start and expand their small businesses

Owning and operating a small business involves passion and a great deal of hard work. When choosing to start or expand a business, you want to ensure you’ve chosen a place where you feel supported by your community, where you see opportunity and growth to ensure long-term success, and where you can relax and enjoy where you live with a balanced work/life lifestyle. 

Experience modern shopping and dining with historic charm close to Toronto

Sutton dates back to the 1800s when the Bourchier family settled on the Black River. They were responsible for building the Grist Saw Mill, which is characterized as the “beginning of Sutton.” 

Georgina, Ontario is not just a beautiful lakeside town; it's also a place where dreams of entrepreneurship come true. Maureen McDermott, the creative mind behind Maureen McDermott the Officiant, is a living testament to the success that can be achieved when you start a business in Georgina. With her business flourishing after participating in the YSpace Business Incubator/Accelerator program, Maureen's journey is truly inspiring.

Economic statistics indicate Georgina is an up-and-coming place to live, do business and invest

The Town of Georgina is an appealing place to live and do business. It has some of the most affordable opportunities in one of the fastest-growing regions in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and is situated in the perfect place where rural and urban lifestyle needs balance.

Published in the Toronto Star, Globe and Mail and Toronto Sun June 2023.

Located in southern Ontario, the town of Georgina is a hidden gem for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy breathtaking natural lakeside scenery within an hour’s drive from Toronto. Home to Ontario’s first cottage country, Georgina offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. From beautiful beaches and farm experiences to sunny patios, shopping, and lively community events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Silver Manor Homes chooses Georgina to develop a mixed-use development

Why Georgina? According to Silver Manor Homes president Anthony Arci, it was the views of the lake. “When I drove to Georgina, I could envision myself living there.”

What is a Business Improvement Area?

A Business Improvement Area (BIA) is an association of commercial property owners and tenants within a defined area that work in partnership with the Town to create thriving, competitive, and safe business areas that attract shoppers, tourists, new businesses and residents. 

Your year-round lake experience destination close to the city

The Town of Georgina, on the southern shores of Lake Simcoe and less than an hour from Toronto, is one of the closest lakeside destinations to get away from the city to enjoy the beauty and recreation the warmer months offer. With every type of water activity, historic downtowns, agricultural experiences, and numerous events and festivals, it is a mini-getaway you should consider adding to your summer itinerary if you haven’t already.

Resident and real estate business owner shares why choosing Georgina was a lifestyle choice

Choosing where to live and work is a lifestyle choice. Wei Hwa, a residential and commercial real estate broker, chose Georgina initially for a lifestyle change, away from the hustle and bustle of downtown living. His business soon followed, expanding his brand into Georgina as his local network and client base grew.