The Town of Gananoque has long been known as the Canadian Gateway to the 1000 Islands. This beautiful region is an attractive place for visitors and residents alike.
As of 2006 Statistics Canada reported Gananoque having a population of 5,285 residents. Throughout the twelve months of the year the town has much to offer for people of all ages- entertainment, recreation, and much more. The diversity of the businesses and their services has allowed the town to emerge has a tourist destination year round.
Furthermore, Gananoque is a strategic business location. The town is located on the Detroit/Windsor-Montreal corridor on Highway 401, along this route resides two thirds of Canadas population, and approximately three hours east of Toronto, three and a half hours west of Montreal, and one hour south of Ottawa, via Hwy 416. Access to the United States and its markets is only twenty minutes east of Gananoque at the 1000 Islands International Bridge, which connects Hwy 401 to U.S. Interstate 81.
Gananoque is at the center of a market that includes 12 million consumers, with over half of the North American industry within a days travel. Businesses located here enjoy the proximity of three of the major Canadian cities, in addition to quick and easy access to the United States.
Major Employers
Gananoque�s community has a variety businesses. The primary industrial sectors are light manufacturing, transportation, and services. Below indicates the largest employers for the private sector and public sector of Gananoque.
