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All access, no compromise

Vaughan is on Toronto’s northern border with quick access to the downtown core, the suburbs and international transportation hubs.

Talent all around

Within a one-hour drive, there are eight colleges and seven universities surrounding the City of Vaughan, producing 334,000 students per year and a labour force of more than 3.9 million.

Life is good here

Satisfaction surveys show that 91 per cent of businesses are satisfied with Vaughan’s services and 97 per cent of citizens are happy with quality of life.

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    All access, no compromise

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    Talent all around

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    Life is good here

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Fast Facts

  • 325,678

    Population in 2019

  • 19,123

    Businesses

  • Labour force of 3 million within a one-hour drive (2019)

  • $1.236 Billion

    Building permits issued by the City of Vaughan in 2019

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Digital Boost

Gain access to training and mentorship to help move your business forward by growing your online presence.

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City of Vaughan Corporate Partnerships (External Website)

The City of Vaughan’s Corporate Partnerships program offers a variety of partnership options to suit business needs.

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City of Vaughan Public Engagement Opportunities (External Website)

The City of Vaughan values the voice of the public and is dedicated to having constructive dialogue with the community that is open, transparent, accessible and inclusive.

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Get Involved in Culture Programming

​Let us know about your event or join the VaughanLink Volunteer program.

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Employee Engagement

Roll up your sleeves and give back to your community by volunteering for City of Vaughan initiatives.

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