Economic Development

The Town of Greater Napanee is dedicated to encouraging economic growth in our community. Our strategic and convenient location, educated and dedicated workforce, and safe and spirited community are among the many reasons businesses build and grow in Greater Napanee.

In combination with the County of Lennox & Addington Economic Development Department, our ongoing activities are geared towards helping the existing business community, while also encouraging new business development and growth help to ensure a strong and diversified economic base.

The Prince Edward/Lennox & Addington Community Futures Development Corporation (PELA CFDC) is a community based non-profit corporation aimed at encouraging local entrepreneurship and economic development and can assist with small business development and start-up.

Emerging, new and existing businesses undergoing development, growth, change or relocation can take advantage of a full range of community economic development services including:

• Detailed information on Greater Napanee's business environment
• Site selection research, economic data, statistics, and information
• Research and information on available industrial and commercial properties available for sale or lease in Greater Napanee
• Delivery of an ongoing business visitation program
• Referral and liaison services for numerous government, industrial, and community based services and organizations and business associations
• Development and expansion of tourism-based initiatives through involvement with organizations and programs geared to supporting and building a tourism economy
• Assistance with and facilitation of community-based development projects and services, including initiatives geared to downtown revitalization

Residential Development:

The way of life and natural surroundings gives us many advantages which draw people from all aspects of life; from families who want to escape city life to those looking to ease into retirement. As a result, new development ranges from multi-unit housing to custom homes to help answer the growing demand. A variety of subdivisions are being developed within our urban area, each unique in its own setting.

Commercial Development:

The Town's location, with easy access along Highway 401 to markets to the east and west and points in the United States, makes it an attractive location for commercial and industrial development. Through its policies, our Official Plan provides support for established commercial and industrial areas and coordinated development of new businesses.