Aerial view of Windsor with Detroit River and city skyline

The City of Windsor is the largest border city in Canada and offers exceptional economic development advantages driven by its strategic location, diverse economy and robust infrastructure. Situated at the busiest commercial border crossing in North America, Windsor provides unparalleled access to U.S. and Canadian markets, supported by the Ambassador Bridge, the Windsor-Detroit Tunnel, and the Gordie Howe International Bridge. The city’s economy thrives on advanced manufacturing, particularly in the automotive and electric vehicle sectors, along with growing strengths in logistics, agri-business and technology. Windsor is home to a skilled workforce, world-class research institutions like the University of Windsor and supportive government policies that foster innovation and investment. With affordable real estate, a strong cultural scene, and a commitment to economic diversification, Windsor is a premier destination for businesses seeking growth and global connectivity.



  • Location
  • Invest and grow
  • Tourism and recreation

The Windsor-Detroit border is an important gateway between Canada and the United States. It is one of the busiest commercial Canada-U.S. border crossings, handling about a third of all Canada-U.S. trade per day. Windsor is located in Essex County and you’re never more than 30 minutes from anywhere in the city.

The City has easy access to:

The City of Windsor takes an active role in economic development to ensure Windsor’s continued prosperity. Windsor partners with investors and businesses to contribute to job creation and the diversification of the local economy.

Investment opportunities

Windsor has an Investment Support Program that guides strategic investment projects. The program includes participation from several City departments and external organizations and aims to ensure timely and customer-focused service.

Development incentives

Windsor provides development incentives to encourage strategic investments within a number of core neighbourhoods across the City.

Business Improvement Areas

Windsor has nine Business Improvement Areas. These consist of associations who partner in beautification projects, promotions and other development activities aimed at stimulating local business in that district.

Windsor is a multicultural city where citizens share a strong sense of belonging. There is a great quality of life, which is reflected in the safe neighborhoods, vibrant cultural districts, formal gardens and walking and cycling trails.

Arts and culture

The arts thrive throughout Windsor at several galleries. Top-notch theatre and concert events are offered year-round from the:

You won’t want to miss the Windsor International Film FestivalArt in the Park and Carrousel of Nations.

Riverfront Festival Plaza

Enjoy the outdoors

Windsor is a city on the water – with Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River, and Lake Erie offering scenic views. They provide opportunities for fishing, boating, paddle boarding and kayaking.

There are over 200 parks within the City of Windsor and the City is also home to the Ojibway Prairie Complex that offers a large variety of vegetation including:

  • Wetlands
  • Forest
  • Savannah
  • Prairie

This unique habitat is home to rare:

  • Plants
  • Insects
  • Reptiles
  • Birds
  • Mammals

All natural areas are open to the public from dawn to dusk and visitors will enjoy the fresh air and maybe catch a glimpse of the wildlife that call this area home.

Sabrina DeMarco

Sabrina DeMarco

Executive Director, Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre

Stephanie Clark

Stephanie Clark

Business Advisor

Aparna Krishnamoorthy

Aparna Krishnamoorthy

Business Advisor

Natasha Marar

Natasha Marar

Manager, Marketing & Entrepreneurship Programs

Cristina Melnik

Cristina Melnik

Business and Entrepreneurship Specialist

Renée Morel

Renée Morel

Client Success Coordinator

Wayne Sankarlal

Wayne Sankarlal

Business Advisor