Richmond Hill drives economic growth through innovation. The Economic Development division focuses on building partnerships and entrepreneurship programs and services that help local businesses thrive. 

Contact our Economic Development team so we can assist your business with:

• Site selection services for businesses establishing a local presence.
• Formal services to potentially reduce the amount of time needed for the development application approval process through the Approvals Plus program.
• A Corporate Calling Program where we arrange a visit to your office to better understand your business needs. Information, connections and resources are provided to assist with growth and expansion strategies.
• Information, research about economic indicators, demographics, the real estate market and the local economic base.
• Advice and information on government and business assistance programs.
• Facilitating strategic and economic alliance partnerships to encourage joint ventures, licensing agreements, technology transfer, and/or mergers/acquisitions.
• Guidance on navigating government processes.
• Scale-up support for businesses.
• Film liaison, video and conference attraction.

Small Business Enterprise Centre(SBEC)

Richmond Hill's Small Business Enterprise Centre (SBEC) offers small business consultations, seminars and self-help services for entrepreneurs at all stages. Please visit the SBEC page for more details.

Economic Development events

Richmond Hill's Economic Development Department hosts and participates in a number of events throughout the year. Please visit the events calendar to see all our exciting upcoming events!

Business Directory and key resources

Richmond Hill is home to many world class businesses. From head offices, small start-ups, to multi-nationals, Richmond Hill is truly the smart place for business.

Search our online Business Directory to see the businesses who call Richmond Hill home.