Community Profile
As a community, we are committed to ongoing business growth, preserving our traditional downtowns and implementing environmentally friendly designs in our industrial parks.
Clarington is a growing community with a population of more than 107,000 people and counting. Residents live in four urban centres (Courtice, Bowmanville, Newcastle and Orono) and 14 hamlets. The Municipality spans 614 square kilometres, an area equivalent to the size of the City of Toronto.
Clarington is well connected to the Greater Toronto Area and highly accessible, as we are situated alongside Highway 401 to the south, Highway 407 to the north and Highway 35/115 to the east.
Agriculture in Clarington
Clarington’s agriculture sector is a cornerstone of the local economy, home to nearly 300 working farms showcasing all aspects of the agriculture cycle, from pick-your-own tourism gems, small-batch dairy production, to local industry leaders.
Downtime Destinations
Clarington is rapidly emerging as a top destination for leisurely downtime, tourism and business investment, thanks to its unique blend of small-town charm, major attractions, and thriving downtown areas.
Manufacturing in Clarington
Clarington is home to a dynamic manufacturing hub within the Greater Toronto Area. Its ideal location offers manufacturers a competitive edge in logistics and market reach, with direct access to Highways 401, 407, 418 and 35/115, rail networks, and nearby commercial ports – enabling seamless distribution across Canada and the U.S.
Clean Energy
Clarington is a leader in clean energy and boasts sector strength as the home of Ontario Power Generation – Darlington Nuclear. Opportunities created by several of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects continue to help support the foundation for attracting investment to our growing community.