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For the sixth year in a row, Brantford has been named by Site Selection Magazine as one of Canada’s Best Locations for investment in 2025. The community landed on the top ranked list based on end-user facility projects and project-affiliated job creation and capital investment data between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025.

“As a pro-business city, Brantford attracts new companies and supports ongoing development,” says Joe Muto, Director of Economic Development, Tourism, and Cultural Initiatives. “Significant new investments announced in 2025 such as the $445 million Ferrero expansion and Hilton Foods first North American facility estimated at $192 million demonstrate business confidence in Brantford, even in these uncertain times.”

Recent developments in Brantford include: P&G / DHL, Ferrero, Grand Bridge Energy, GoTRG, Ingenia Polymers, and Apex Chain and Cable.

Companies choose Brantford for its location, diverse economy, affordability, workforce, supportive government, and quality of life. With nearly 2,500 acres of zoned industrial lands being readied for development over the next decade, the community is poised to leading destination for ongoing investment.

Read more about this at the Site Selection Magazine website.