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At the heart of Ontario’s economic development, the City of Clarence-Rockland is a bilingual community where business is booming. Our combined urban and rural setting provides numerous business opportunities. Our growth rate is among the highest in the Ottawa-Carleton and the United Counties of Prescott and Russell regions. We support existing local businesses and encourage the establishment of new ones.

 

Strategic goals

Economic benefits

AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

LABOUR FORCE

 

 

 

Strategic goals

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Consolidate and develop existing businesses while encouraging new businesses to establish themselves here | Provide modern infrastructures suited to the needs of companies | Promote and facilitate the development of a strong and diversified economy | Influence the business climate to optimize the quality of life, growth and sustainable development.

 

Economic benefits

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It is estimated that Clarence-Rockland’s total population will increase by 7,500 between 2004 and 2014, i.e. an

annual average of 750 inhabitants or 3.5% | The residents of Clarence-Rockland are highly educated (38.3% hold

professional studies, college or university diplomas) | Clarence-Rockland’s retail market is worth 318.9 million dollars

| This is expected to rise by 129.3 million dollars (40.5%) by 2014, for a total of 448.2 million dollars.

 

 

AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES

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Agriculture holds a special place in our region, which is recognized for the quality of its land and its favourable climatic conditions. It is the most important industry in the region. Our farmers mainly produce forage plants such as alfalfa, soya and corn. However, there are also some dairy producers, and operations that raise more exotic products such as llamas, emus and sheep.

 

Truck farming is also thriving. In addition to traditional vegetables such as carrots and turnips, our producers also grow large quantities of apples, strawberries, raspberries and even grapes. The latter crop has allowed, among other things, a local table wine called Château Bourget to emerge. Farm products may be found

in many places, including public markets in Ottawa.

 

Some 10,202 hectares of land are designated for agricultural production that amounts to some 34.4% of the total area of the city of Clarence-Rockland. These lands include class 1, 2 and 3 soils as classified in the Canadian Land Inventory. Because of the high volume of our production, there is considerable potential for establishing various processing plants.

 

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

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There is no doubt that Clarence-Rockland offers an excellent quality of life and meets the particular needs of families. That is why real estate promoters in the residential sector are interested in our region. Because of its numerous advantages, such as municipal public transit that extends to Ottawa, effective emergency services and a flourishing local economy, real estate promoters know that Clarence-Rockland has the infrastructure necessary to support large projects. Thus, more than 1,500 new residential units will be built here over the next five years, ranging from townhouses, condominiums, duplexes and single-dwelling homes. Take advantage of this wide choice of homes for all pocketbooks and tastes. With its low municipal taxes, large lots and quick access to nature and large urban centers, Clarence-Rockland is becoming a highly sought-after location.

 

LABOUR FORCE

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The city of Clarence-Rockland’s labour force is made up of highly educated, bilingual, skilled and industrious people.  A local employment service centre is available to find ideal candidates for your company. Several programs are available to meet the specific needs of businesses in the region.