Economic Development

CULTURE IS AN ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE Toronto’s thriving arts and culture sector is a key economic driver and a major reason companies, and people, choose Toronto as their home. Because of culture’s profound impact on the livability and attractiveness of our …

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Toronto supports and encourages the growth of its economy through its Economic Development and Culture Division. Under the supervision of the Economic Development Committee, chaired by Councillor Thompson, EcDev helps new businesses set up and get going and …

PROMOTING TORONTO OVERSEAS As Chair of Invest Toronto, the City’s foreign investment attraction subsidiary, Councillor Thompson plays a major role in encouraging international businesses to locate in Toronto. To reach, meet and engage key global business decision makers, the Councillor …