Why Invest in Hastings?
Hastings County offers a prime location between Toronto and Ottawa, with direct access to Highway 401, rail lines, and modern telecommunications. With available commercial and industrial lands, the region is ideal for business expansion.
Our strong forestry sector supports opportunities like biomass energy, while a thriving year-round tourism industry creates demand for new hospitality developments. Hastings is also a top destination for retirees, making private retirement communities a smart investment.
Whether you're looking at energy, tourism, or senior living, Hastings County is ready for growth.
Reasons to Relocate or Invest
Hastings County offers strong business assets like a growing population and visitation, affordable land, reliable infrastructure, major transportation access, and abundant natural resources. It’s also an exceptional place to live, with scenic landscapes, quality healthcare, and year-round tourism. Our rural communities feature farmers’ markets, live events, theatres, and charming restaurants, cafés, and shops, everything you might need for a vibrant lifestyle. Here are just a few reasons to live and invest in Hastings County.
“I don't necessarily think that I would have been where I am today as successful if I did didn't have a little bit of coaching my way and it's a complimentary service from the county.”
-Local Business Owner
LOCATION
Centrally positioned between two of Canada’s largest economic hubs, Toronto and Ottawa. Hastings County offers efficient access to major distribution channels and key markets.
Our region boasts excellent transportation infrastructure:
Highway Access: Highway 401 and Highway 7 provide east–west connectivity, while Highways 37 and 62 link north–south routes.
Rail: CN Rail lines run through the county, supporting cost-effective freight movement.
Water Shipping: Located just south in Prince Edward County, Picton Terminals connects businesses to the St. Lawrence Seaway and Great Lakes, enabling global shipping opportunities.
In addition, Hastings County is home to the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN), which delivers strong wireless broadband connectivity across our municipalities, ensuring businesses stay connected in today’s digital economy.
Hotel Development
Develop your hotel here in Hastings County. Investment ready land with year round visitation, large events, weddings, conferences, festivals and more all in need of accommodations.
Energy & Biomass
With a large forestry and lumber industry, we have a large amount of biofuel ready to be used in a biomass facility.
Senior Living Development
We are a choice destination for retirees due to our more affordable housing, picturesque landscapes, charming towns and access to services and amenities including family physicians.
