Economic Development

The Township of Southwold pursues economic development opportunities in partnership with the County of Elgin. The County hosts an economic development department that is deemed Progressive by Nature. They actively promote the Township and opportunities for businesses and tourism in and around the County. Elgin County is an upper-tier municipality comprised of seven local municipalities with a population of approximately 46,000 people spanning an area of 460,000 acres.

Elgin County Vacant Employment Land Inventory

Are you looking for vacant land to build and grow your business? The County of Elgin has created a Vacant Land Inventory, which provides an overview of vacant industrial, commercial and business employment land in Elgin County. The inventory is designed to assist potential investors, businesses or site selectors in researching and identifying properties for potential new locations, expansion or relocation of their operations to Elgin County.

Any questions? Contact Economic Development at economicdevelopment@elgin.ca 

The Elgin Business Resource Centre is a business resource centre that serves Elgin County. They strive to develop sustainable businesses and promote community economic development within our communities. Have a new business idea, looking for where to start or how to expand? They are there to help with all the business support services you may need.

Elgincentives is a Regional Community Improvement Program that will provide financial incentives to businesses and land owners that will help lead growth and shape the County.