The Milton advantage
Milton’s strategic location, modern infrastructure, skilled and diverse workforce, and high quality of life create the ideal foundation for business success. With a forward-thinking approach and a business-friendly environment, Milton is the premier destination for innovation and investment.
Built for business
Milton’s location within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and the Toronto-Waterloo Innovation Corridor, provides businesses with efficient access to customers, talent, supply chains, and global markets.
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Access to 3 major highways
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Proximity to 3 international airports
Milton’s diverse workforce brings expertise across manufacturing, logistics, technology, and professional services, supported by access to the broader Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area labour market.
35.3
35.3 median age of Milton’s workforce, the youngest in Ontario
3.9M
3.9M labour pool in Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area
With Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College offering leading-edge programs, Milton is strengthening a talent pipeline equipped with the skills businesses need today and in the future.
77%
77% of Milton residents have attained a post-secondary education
70%
70% of those with post-secondary education are in STEM-related fields
Milton combines the natural beauty of the Niagara Escarpment with the amenities, housing choices, and community infrastructure that support a high quality of life. This balance helps employers attract and retain skilled talent while offering residents opportunities to live, work, and thrive.
55%
55% of residents identify as a visible minority
7
7 conservation areas
3M+
3M+ square feet of modern industrial inventory available
1,980
1,980 acres added to employment land inventory in 2024
4%
4% annual employment growth to 2051
400,000
400,000 projected population in 2051
158%
158% population growth from 2025 to 2051
16,500
16,500 full-time post-secondary students enrolled by 2051
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