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huge tax breaks to companies.
Not only that, but when a compa-
ny comes to us looking to put roots in
Chatham-Kent, they are assigned one
liaison person to work with from the
city. That way businesses don’t have
to deal with many government offi-
cials, they have just one contact per-
son. This takes the extra work out of
maneuvering levels of government so
businesses can focus on their business.
What are the key reasons that
anyone would want to settle in Cha-
tham-Kent?
We have an amazing quality of
life. There are lower housing costs
here, and you are just 20 minutes to
everything you need, no matter what
part of the region you’re in. You can
be at either lake in 20 minutes and we
consider life here to be very comfort-
able and relaxing.
When you take away the uneces-
sary stresses of life you enhance work
performance. We have great amenities
and this is a very personal place. Our
businesses have a deep personal com-
mitment to service. You walk out your
corporate door and you aren’t step-
ping outside to the hustle and bustle
of frustration—this is a very easy place
to live and work. Not to mention, our
building permits are very inexpensive.
We welcome newcomers to Cha-
tham-Kent, and our goal is to increase
our population. It’s about taking the
stage for this region. I call this area the
South Shores of Ontario because that’s
where we are. And in Chatham-Kent
you don’t have to break the bank to
start a new life or a business. We have
seven border crossings to get you to
your market quicker, and a labour
force that has the knowledge and qual-
ifications to make your product. You
usually get employees for life, because
they are committed to their work and
happy living here.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Life in Chatham-Kent is safe, af-
fordable, active and exciting! The cost
of buying or renting a home in Cha-
tham-Kent is considerably lower than
in other places in Ontario, and mate-
rial needs and wants are as cheap and
readily available as they are in most
major cities. The minicipality is only an
hour away from some large Canadian
and American cities, and Toronto’s
attractions are less than a three hour
drive away.
The Ontario school system is one
of the best in the world, offering free
elementary and secondary education
for all children. There are also great
options for post-secondary education,
professional development, and con-
tinuing education for adults.
Chatham-Kent Health Alliance
provides health care from two campus