Message from the MAYOR
Welcome to the vibrant and welcoming City of Welland. We are dedicated to fostering strong relationships with our community and investors to achieve intelligent and attainable development.
Welland is experiencing exponential growth, and we’re excited about the future. We’re attracting modern, innovative, and diverse industries.
From parks and playgrounds to housing developments and retail spaces, many are now calling Welland the heart of Niagara. With our beautiful and accessible recreational canal, our city boasts one of the more unique features in the Niagara Region. Our canal waterfront lands are developed with innovative, functional, and adaptive features benefitting the entire community.
Welland’s growth isn’t restricted to housing units or population; it encompasses strategic policy approaches to enhance the quality of life for our residents of today and the tens of thousands we will welcome in the near future. Initiatives such as the Welland Community Trails Strategy, corporate rebranding, and Official Plan updates all author new chapters of our growing city.
With a strategic commitment to redevelop the canal lands and waterway, invest in our financial management and sustainability practices, and focus on job creation, community engagement, and health and well-being, the City of Welland continues to focus on setting itself apart from other municipalities in Niagara. Our goal remains to create a unique, memorable experience for those who live, work, play, and invest in our city.
In the following pages, you’ll find out precisely what makes Welland a truly remarkable community. And, once you’re done reading about it, I invite you to come out and see the city for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.
Are you ready to dive into Welland?
– Frank Campion,
Mayor
Message from the CAO
As the Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Welland, I am honoured to introduce you to our dynamic city, a place where opportunity and growth go hand in hand with a high quality of life. With a strategic location in the heart of Niagara, Welland is a city on the rise. It offers unparalleled access to major markets and a supportive environment for businesses of all sizes.
Welland’s unique blend of industrial heritage and modern innovation makes it an ideal destination for entrepreneurs, investors, and companies looking to expand. Our steadfast commitment to economic development is evident in our robust infrastructure, skilled workforce, and forward-thinking policies that foster a business-friendly atmosphere.
We take pride in our community’s resilience and adaptability, which have been critical to our continued growth and prosperity. Welland’s rich natural features, with the Welland Canal at its heart, not only provides a picturesque backdrop but offers significant logistical advantages for businesses involved in manufacturing, transportation, and trade.
In Welland, we believe in the power of collaboration and are dedicated to supporting businesses through every stage of their journey.
Whether you are a startup seeking resources, an established company looking to scale, or an investor exploring new opportunities, you will find a welcoming and proactive partner in the City of Welland.
I invite you to explore what Welland offers and discover why more businesses are calling our city home. Together, we can build a thriving future that benefits all.
Thank you for considering Welland for your business ventures. We look forward to working with you and contributing to your success. We’re ready when you are.
– Rob Axiak,
CAO