Welcome to the City of Thorold|
With a population of more than 18,200 spread over approximately 8,490 hectares (21,000 acres) of agricultural, commercial, industrial and residential land, the City of Thorold has something for everyone. Hundreds of hectares of commercial industrial land located right next to urban infrastructure and amenities are available for new ventures and commercial investment. To complete the growth picture, thousands of residential home building opportunities are available in Thorold. Schools, churches, libraries and shopping are central to all neighbourhoods, and a public transit system and excellent roadways permit unhindered travel and unequalled access. Thorold, centrally located within the Niagara Region, is also part of the centre of North America’s profit zone, within one day’s driving distance of 60% of the North American population. The City is conveniently located within a modern transportation hub and enjoys access to the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes via the St. Lawrence Seaway - Welland Canal, while convenient rail linkages provide access throughout the United States and Canada. We are conveniently located 30 minutes from the Hamilton Airport, 40 minutes from Buffalo New York, U.S.A. International Airport and one hour from Pearson International Airport in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Thorold is within 30 minutes of four international bridge crossings to the United States. The City enjoys service from all of the major North American couriers, shippers and truck-freight forwarders. The municipality is serviced by Provincial Highways 20, 58 and 406, along with a well maintained municipal road network structure. Our local transit authority provides convenient transportation within our community and offers links to other neighbouring Regional Niagara communities. For these reasons, economists predict that the City of Thorold will enjoy the highest growth rate of any of its neighbours in Regional Niagara over the next 50 years. Come and enjoy the tranquil beauty that Thorold has to offer, located in Niagara’s heartland, where your senses are surrounded by spring blossoms, summer breezes, majestic fall colours and crisp winter splendour. Thorold is home to Lake Gibson, the largest inland lake in the Niagara Region. On the shores of Lake Gibson is Thorold’s Mel Swart Lake Gibson Conservation Area, where a 27 -acre naturalized park is under development. Shorthills Provincial Park provides acres of protected naturalized environment with marked trails for hiking and biking. Thoughout the City, our well groomed park system blends in with our urban landscape, offering many recreational choices. Thorold is proud to be "Canada’s Canal City", and has one of the few authentic canal downtown areas remaining in Canada. The Welland Canal currently in operation is the fourth to be built; and during the shipping season, one can watch the remarkable passage of ocean and lake-bound vessels through the Allanburg lift bridge and twin flight locks from many viewing areas within the community. For a great view of the historic second Welland Canal, follow the Merritt Trail which runs along its route through the City. As you familiarize yourself with our community, the Thorold Historical Museum and numerous designated heritage buildings and sites of historical significance will weave a tapestry of Thorold’s legacy. Whatever your needs, Thorold, will meet them with shopping, dining and entertainment, special events, attraction and accommodations. One of life’s biggest challenges is to make relevant, timely decisions. Your business and personal decision to locate or visit the City of Thorold will provide more options, rewards and benefits than you can imagine. |
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