District Services Board Competitors

Chatham-Kent is a single tier municipality created in 1998. With a current population of over 100,000 spread across an area almost 2,500 square kilometres, there is a challenge to create a sense of unity and provide services to both rural and small urban centres, each with unique needs and located miles apart. Chatham-Kent is committed to reaping the benefits of economies of scale in providing municipal services but at the same time is committed to respecting the heritage and supporting the distinct communities within its borders. In 2001, a Community Strategic Plan was developed with the assistance of 400 citizen volunteers from across Chatham-Kent. To this day the document is the basis for decisions made about the community's future. Chatham-Kent is located in the heart of south-western Ontario and enjoys one of Canada’s most temperate climates. This rural-urban municipality borders both Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair; local residents and tourists alike flock to these waterways to enjoy many water-related pleasurable pastimes including boating, water-skiing and world-class fishing. The area is also fortunate to have two of the Province's most spectacular Provincial Parks -- Rondeau and Wheatley. The region's economy is based largely on the agricultural and manufacturing sectors, and is complemented by a growing service/commercial sector. Chatham-Kent is positioning itself for growth by focusing on green energy and emerging manufacturing technologies and is supported by two post-secondary educational institutions, the University of Guelph's Ridgetown Campus and St. Clair College of Applied Arts & Technology. Highway 401 intersects Chatham-Kent at several points and, as such, residents can readily access neighbouring communities such as London, Windsor and Sarnia/Detroit within a one hours' drive, and are only three hours away from Toronto.

“Bold and beautiful Bruce County….a healthy, caring community of prosperity and innovation." Bruce County is well-known as a stunning tourism destination: Bruce Peninsula National Park, Fathom Five National Marine Park and idyllic beaches have all experienced exceptional tourism growth and offer many opportunities for the adventurous entrepreneur. Nearly 1/3 of the province's energy in produced in Bruce County, a hub for clean energy and spin-off opportunities. With an abundance of fertile farmland, Bruce County also boasts a strong agricultural economy. Come, discover a lifestyle with endless opportunity for exploration: Be an Explorer and call Bruce County home.

Bringing together people, partnerships and possibilities for a strong and vibrant Northumberland County. Feel the warm and welcoming culture and experience abundant opportunities in the community we call home. Located on the traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg, Northumberland County is an upper-tier level of municipal government that weaves together seven distinct, yet complementary municipalities: • Township of Alnwick/Haldimand • Municipality of Brighton • Town of Cobourg • Township of Cramahe • Township of Hamilton • Municipality of Port Hope • Municipality of Trent Hills Northumberland County offers a workplace built on mutual trust and respect that prioritizes career growth and development for employees at all levels. We strive to be an inclusive and equity-based employer of choice, where employees are empowered to deliver exceptional service. Built on a foundation of collaboration and communication, we recognize that our people are our most important resource.