Nestled within the Greater Toronto Area, the Town of Oakville is a charming lakeside town that boasts a rich heritage, treasured and celebrated by both locals and visitors alike. Established in 1857, Oakville has become a highly sought-after residential and business hub in Ontario, thanks to its great neighbourhoods, thriving business districts, top-notch schools, full-service acute care hospital, and close proximity to Lake Ontario and recreational areas.
Established in 1857, Oakville has become a popular residential and business core in Ontario, thanks to:
- Charming neighbourhoods
- Thriving business districts
- New healthcare facilities
- Several shopping districts
- Vibrant downtown core
- Close proximity to Lake Ontario and recreational areas
- Easy accessibility through major highways and GO Transit
Get out of the house and enjoy Oakville’s many activities such as:
- Maintained family friendly parks
- Groomed hiking trails
- Recreation centres which provide programs for all ages
- Two harbours with docks and slips for boaters to enjoy
- The many golf courses, including PGA-recognized Glen Abbey Golf Course, which has hosted the Canadian Open for many years
- The Sixteen Mile Sports Complex
- The new Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
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A 30-minute drive from downtown Toronto, and an hour’s drive from the U.S. border (Niagara Falls/Buffalo, New York), Oakville is a great destination for visitors.
A place to do business
Oakville's strong and diversified economic base offers an excellent location for both new and expanding businesses. Currently, national, and international corporate headquarters represent automotive, technology, business service, aerospace, pharmaceutical and tourism sectors.
It’s all about quality of life
People who live here are proud of the quality of life this great community has to offer. In a recent survey of residents, 86 per cent said Oakville is a better place to live than anywhere else in the GTA. Ideally located in a beautiful natural setting, Oakville offers first-rate facilities and amenities. The outstanding range of lifestyle choices will continue to make this growing community one in which residents and businesses feel a sense of pride and connection.
Source: Town of Oakville
