Business Facts
A great place to do business because Sarnia has . . . . . .
- Strategic location on the Ontario-Michigan border (see Distance Map)
- One-hour drive to Detroit; 3 hours to Toronto; 6 hours to Chicago International transportation linkages – Blue Water Bridge, deep-water port, CN Rail Tunnel
- Excellent network of highways – trade corridor to
- Lowest location-sensitive costs in Ontario (KPMG 1999)
- Diverse manufacturing and emerging technology developments
- Large available skilled workforce
- Over 90% of firms report excellent employee attitudes and productivity
- Very affordable housing – Average $148,800 CDN
- New modern arts, cultural, sports and recreational facilities
- Mild climate – short winter season
- First-class medical facilities
- Superb lifestyle
