COUNTY OF WELLINGTON
July 2014
Economic Profile This document provides an economic update for the County and its seven member municipalities; Minto, Wellington North, Mapleton, Centre Wellington, Erin, Guelph Eramosa and Puslinch.
County of Wellington – Economic Development
County of Wellington
County of Wellington P R E PA R E D F O R S TA N DA R D A N D P O O R ’ S R AT I N G S S E RV I C E S
Contents 2013 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES..................................................................... 3 DEMOGRAPHIC OVERVIEW ................................................................................................ 4 Population .................................................................................................................................................. 4 Immigration ................................................................................................................................................ 4 Quality of Life ........................................................................................................................................... 5 Education .................................................................................................................................................... 5 Household Incomes ................................................................................................................................... 5 LOCAL ECONOMY ............................................................................................................... 6 Resident Labour Force ............................................................................................................................. 6 Unemployment Rate ................................................................................................................................. 6 Major Sectors ............................................................................................................................................ 7 Greatest Job growth by Industry 2012 to 2013 ............................................................................ 8 Sector Overview 2013: Agriculture ................................................................................................... 9 Sector Overview 2013: Manufacturing ............................................................................................ 9 Major Occupations ................................................................................................................................ 10 Business Size ........................................................................................................................................... 11 TOP EMPLOYERS ............................................................................................................... 12 COUNTY INVESTMENTS..................................................................................................... 18 MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS ................................................................................................ 19 LOCAL DEVELOPMENT ...................................................................................................... 19 BUILDING ACTIVITY .......................................................................................................... 20 Residential Development Activity ....................................................................................................... 20 Commercial Industrial Development Activity .................................................................................... 22 Agricultural Development Activity ...................................................................................................... 22 LOCAL BUSINESS RESULTS ................................................................................................ 23
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2013 represented a good year for the local economy as per the Business Retention interviews as well as swift momentum in the development of the four focus initiatives within the Wellington Economic Development Implementation Plan. Solid partnerships with the seven municipalities, funding leveraged through the Province and political support from County Council have contributed. Manufacturing, agriculture and health care continue to be strong sectors in the County with respect to activity and job growth. Economic Development highlights for 2013 include the completion of the Workforce Strategy, the creation of a countywide business directory, the launch of the Business Retention Project and a sold out 244 seat Harvest Field Dinner as part of the Taste Real Local Food programme.
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2013 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES 1. Utilizing $95,000 Ontario Ministry of Economic Development grant to assist with the Economic Development Implementation Plan: Four focus initiatives (Workforce Strategy, Business Retention and Expansion project, Economic Development webpage and Sector Investment Profiles). 2. Wellington Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) project: The County, together with the seven municipalities interviewed over 270 local employers to gain an understanding of the local business climate, Wellington’s competitive advantages and how to better support local business. The interviews were well received and the data and anecdotal information collected will shape all economic development activities ongoing. Employers from key sectors were interviewed: 62 manufacturing, 60 agriculture, 46 health care, 72 creative professional in addition to 10 transportation and 20 downtown businesses. The project was designed in August 2013, interviews were completed by February 2014. The County designed and managed the project and was responsible for coordinating a “retreat” where the results were prioritized with the municipalities and relevant local agencies. A countywide report was written in addition to municipality specific reports, all of which ended with an Action Plan. The County was recognized and asked to speak about its project at the 2014 International Business Retention Conference in Memphis. Most noteworthy, following the completion of the project in May, County Council had already approved a $175,000 BR+E Municipal Implementation Fund where each municipality may apply for up to $25,000 to implement community specific activities resulting from the project. 3. Employment land inventory, business directory and 4 Business Video Testimonials: to promote the County as an attractive and supporting venue for business, housed on the Economic Development landing page of the County. 4. The Municipal Economic Development Group: continues to meet monthly and provides an excellent platform for communication and learning for the municipalities in addition to provincial partners and local agencies which are regular attendees. 5. The Taste Real Field Dinner: a fall harvest meal involving local chefs and produce, for the first time had a waiting list for the sold out 244 seat event. This year features included celebrity chef Lynn Crawford, live music, great food and drink as well as fantastic media coverage promoting Wellington as a culinary destination.
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DEMOGRAPHIC OVERVIEW Population The population of Wellington County is 90,900. The population is projected to grow to 122,000 by 2031. Population 2006 27,290
Population 2011 27,790
Population change 500
Population % change 1.80%
Households 2006 9,540
Households 2011 9,945
Households change 405
Households % change 4.20%
Erin
11,680
11,890
210
1.80%
3,810
3,955
145
3.80%
Guelph/Eramosa
12,640
12,890
250
2.00%
4,070
4,220
150
3.70%
Mapleton
10,320
10,400
80
0.80%
2,890
2,930
40
1.40%
8,910
8,680
-230
-2.60%
3,140
3,140
0
0.00%
Centre Wellington
Minto Puslinch
7,010
7,320
310
4.40%
2,340
2,535
195
8.30%
Wellington North
11,710
11,950
240
2.00%
4,240
4,450
210
5.00%
County of Wellington Wellington + Guelph Guelph
89,540
90,900
1,360
1.50%
30,030
31,175
1,145
3.80%
209,196
216,393
7,197
3.40%
119,656
125,493
5,837
4.90%
12,160,282
13,212,159
1,051,877
8.70%
Ontario
Source: Statistics Canada 2006 Census adjusted for 4.75% undercount and 2011 National Household Survey adjusted for 4.1% undercount
Source: Statistics Canada National Household Survey 2011
Immigration The County departments of Economic Development, Housing, Child Services, Libraries and Settlement Services are each partners of the Guelph Wellington Local Immigration Partnership. This is a network of agencies and community members which focus on employment, English language training and community inclusion. Each year between 2006 and 2011, approximately 700 newcomers immigrated directly to Guelph Wellington. Immigrants born outside of Canada represent 13% of the resident Wellington community and stem predominantly from Europe, the United States and East Asia. More recent immigrants to Guelph Wellington came from India, the Philippines and China. While most immigrants settle in Guelph, the number of recent newcomers in Wellington County has increased and typically come from other areas in Ontario.
Source: Guelph Wellington Local Immigration Partnership Progress Report 2013
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Quality of Life Quality of life in Wellington was rated as excellent by 88% of BR+E respondents.
Education The County’s educational attainment is similar to that of its economic region of Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie with only a slightly lower level of college and university graduates than the region in 2012. The presence of the University of Guelph and Conestoga College, and access to other post-secondary institutions in the region (e.g. Laurier University, University of Waterloo) is an enormous asset to the current and future training and workforce needs of Wellington County.
Wellington County Education Levels Percent Population Age 25-64, 2012 Kitchener Waterloo Barrie
9.8
23.9
23.7
Apprenticeship, trade or diploma University certificate, diploma or degree
Wellington 11.1 21.4
0
20
College or other non-university certificate or diploma
20.8
40
60
80
Source: Manifold Data Mining 2012 as per Wellington Economic Development Strategy
Household Incomes Median household incomes in the County are higher than provincial levels and also higher than its comparative regional economic group of Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge. Wellington is attractive to many professionals seeking a semi-rural lifestyle with nearby urban amenities and a quick commute. Wellington County
Median HH Income 2008 Median HH Income 2010 % Change 2008-2010
$77,453 $80,286 3.66%
Ontario
$64,375 $67,246 4.46%
Kitchener Waterloo Cambridge $72,800 $77,040 5.82%
Guelph
$67,104 $70,004 4.32%
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LOCAL ECONOMY Resident Labour Force The resident labour force of Wellington stands at 48,405 people. Resident workers are predominantly employed in the following sectors: manufacturing, construction, health care, business services and agriculture. A breakdown per municipality is as follows: Puslinch Centre Wellington Wellington North Guelph/Eramosa Mapleton Erin Minto County of Wellington Wellington + Guelph Ontario
Labour Force 4,025 14,825 6,165 7,025 5,360 6,485 4,520 48,405 117,480 6,864,990
Source: Statistics Canada National Household Survey 2011
Unemployment Rate The May 2014 unemployment rate for Ontario is 7.4% which is slightly higher than the national unemployment rate of 7.0%. Wellington’s unemployment rate stands below both levels at 6.7%. Wellington’s unemployment has been consistently lower in the last few years which together with higher than regional labour force participation rates show the County has an employable resident workforce. From having recently interviewed 270 local business owners as part of the Wellington Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) project and from the Workforce Strategy, we are aware that our local economy has fared better than the economic region. The graph below illustrates the unemployment rate changes for the period of January 2009 to May 2014. For a more accurate picture, the rate removes the census metropolitan areas of its economic region of Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Barrie but retains the City of Guelph. Employers noted the difficulty they experience attracting workers from beyond the County. 39% of businesses noted difficulty hiring due to lack of skills or too few applicants for posted positions. These challenges are due to both industry factors affecting all businesses as well as community factors, those unique to Wellington or the individual community. Positions sought range from accountants and dental assistants to sales and administrative support. In response, Wellington is organizing a Manufacturing Day
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October 3, 2014 as well as looking at skills attraction opportunities with the Guelph Wellington Local Immigration Partnership and completing Sector Investment Profiles in 2014.
Unemployment Rate January 2009 to May 2014 10 8 6 4 2 Apr-14
Jan-14
Oct-13
Jul-13
Apr-13
Jan-13
Oct-12
Jul-12
Apr-12
Jan-12
Oct-11
Jul-11
Apr-11
Jan-11
Oct-10
Jul-10
Apr-10
Jan-10
Oct-09
Jul-09
Apr-09
Jan-09
0
The chart below exhibits the growth of jobs in Wellington which exceeds the growth in its neighbouring communities. Region County of Wellington Guelph Cambridge Kitchener Waterloo
2009 Jobs 37,802 79,105 73,576 102,908 77,175
2014 Jobs 42,593 88,430 76,155 111,601 80,273
% Change 12.7% 11.8% 3.5% 8.4% 4.0%
Major Sectors 2014 total employment in Wellington stands at 42,593 local jobs, representing a healthy growth of 13% (compared with 6% in Ontario) over the last five years, despite the downturn in the economy. Manufacturing continues to be a leading sector in the County, representing 17% of all local employment (7,184 jobs) and 14% growth (868 new jobs) between 2009 and 2014. This is followed by agriculture, health care, services and transportation. Wellington - Sectors of Employment
2014 Jobs
% of Total Employment
Manufacturing Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting Construction Health care and social assistance Retail trade Transportation and warehousing Other services (except public administration) Professional, scientific and technical services Wholesale trade
7,184 6,074 4,065 3,933 2,974 2,342 2,306 2,191 2,054
16.9% 14.3% 9.5% 9.2% 7.0% 5.5% 5.4% 5.1% 4.8%
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County of Wellington Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services Accommodation and food services Educational services Arts, entertainment and recreation Public administration Finance and insurance Information and cultural industries Real estate and rental and leasing Utilities Management of companies and enterprises Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction Total
1,939
4.6%
1,816 1,636 818 787 611 487 394 102 68 64 42,593
4.3% 3.8% 1.9% 1.8% 1.4% 1.1% 0.9% 0.2% 0.2% 0.2% 100.0%
Greatest Job growth by Industry 2012 to 2013 1. Motor vehicle parts manufacturing (548 new jobs) 2. Management, scientific and consulting services (232 new jobs) 3. Farms (208 new jobs) Three automotive parts manufacturers are currently completing expansions and the health of the sector is reflected in the year over year employment changes. Motor vehicle sales have rebounded strongly, hitting a record 1.8 million in Canada last year and a strong 15.9 million in the United States. Wellington County – Job Changes per Sector Total Manufacturing Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting Construction Health care and social assistance Retail trade Transportation and warehousing Other services (except public administration) Professional, scientific and technical services Wholesale trade Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services Accommodation and food services Educational services Arts, entertainment and recreation Public administration Unclassified Finance and insurance Information and cultural industries Real estate and rental and leasing Utilities Management of companies and enterprises
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2009 Jobs
2014 Jobs
Change
37,802 6,316 4,334 4,098 3,249 2,804 2,387 1,982 1,886 2,154 1,677
42,593 7,184 6,074 4,065 3,933 2,974 2,342 2,306 2,191 2,054 1,939
4,791 868 1,740 (33) 684 170 (45) 324 305 (100) 262
1,801 1,509 955 795 409 491 334 293 80 148
1,816 1,636 818 787 750 611 487 394 102 68
15 127 (137) (8) 341 120 153 101 22 (80)
County of Wellington Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction Source: Employees & Self-Employed - EMSI 2014.1
101
64
(37)
The County’s positive economic climate was confirmed with 43% of BR+E interviewees that said they plan to expand within the next 18 months. Sector Job Growth According to Economic Period 2006 to 2009 Construction Transportation and warehousing Health care and social assistance Educational services
2009 to 2012 Agriculture Manufacturing Health care and social assistance
2012 to 2014 Agriculture Manufacturing Transportation and warehousing
Other services (except public admin)
Health care and social assistance
Sector Overview 2013: Agriculture In the previous five years between 2009 and 2014, the agricultural sector has seen the greatest growth and lowest fluctuation in employment within the County. The County currently has 3,402 farmers and farm managers (up by 143 over 2013) which represents 54% of workers in the sector. 2012 farm cash receipts for Wellington farms totaled $685 million.
Local Ministry staff note that there no industries within agriculture are performing poorly, as there were with pork or beef in particular years. Wellington is distinct from other areas in the province in that it is more diversified, with dairy, beef, crops and niche products, which means it is more balanced economically. New barns and several expansions have occurred across the County for livestock farms. Livestock typically employ more than crop businesses and much of the workforce growth is expected to be within the livestock industry. The quality of the farm land, the agricultural business support services and the high concentration of agricultural activities within Wellington County make it an attractive place to not only invest in agricultural research but to put research into action. The University of Guelph’s Elora Research Station, which in 2013 constructed a new building at a construction value of $15 million, is a hub for crop and livestock research and it will continue to provide value-added, location specific research results to support the strong, growing and everchanging agricultural sector in Wellington County.
BR+E PROJECT END PRESENTATION WITH PROVINCIAL, REGIONAL AND LOCAL POLITICAL REPRESENTATION
Reflecting Wellington’s diverse agricultural sector, employers interviewed in the BR+E included producers, input suppliers, manufacturers and retailers. 64% of agricultural businesses (38 companies) indicated their sector was growing with 53% expecting to expand their business within the next 18 months. Reasons cited for expansions in both manufacturing and agriculture include increasing business levels and the addition of new product lines. Sector Overview 2013: Manufacturing 54% of manufacturers expect their industry to continue to grow while a striking 70% expect their business to surpass the industry growth in projected sales. The manufacturing sector remains a fundamental sector County of Wellington – Economic Development - Page 9
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in Wellington and that despite the market crash of 2008/2009, Wellington has not witnessed closures beyond AO Smith, which compared to the rest of the province, is significant. The County is aware of manufacturers who require skilled trades and are concerned of an education system which seems to deter students from entering that field of work. To assist with this, the Wellington Workforce Strategy, approved by County Council, includes a workforce attraction project as well as a Wellington Manufacturing Day October 3, 2014. This event coincides with International Manufacturing Day and will enable both students and job seekers to visit several companies to explore innovative manufacturing businesses in the area via a bus tour. The chart below illustrates a healthy growth in jobs in the past two years, with the larger municipalities of Centre Wellington, Guelph Eramosa and Wellington North leading the way. Change in Local Jobs 2012 to 2014 Centre Wellington Erin
Top Industries of Job Growth 332
Guelph/Eramosa
245
Mapleton
214
Minto
104
150
Puslinch
49
Wellington North County of Wellington
502
Farms, Motor vehicle parts manufacturing, Boiler, tank and shipping container manufacturing, Offices of physicians Other personal services, Foundation, structure, and building exterior contractors, Remediation and waste services Building finishing contractors, Farms, Management and technical consulting services Farms, Animal food manufacturing, restaurant and eating places Farms, General medical and surgical hospitals, Taxi services, Plastic products manufacturing Agricultural wholesale, Management and technical consulting services, other personal services Farms, Motor vehicle parts manufacturing, Building finishing contractors
1,596
Major Occupations The chart below looks closer at the change in jobs within industries between 2009 and 2014, where 4,791 new jobs were created. The greatest job increases were seen in agriculture (1,740) manufacturing (868) and health care (684), while decreases were experienced in arts, entertainment and recreation (137) and wholesale trade (100). The trades and transport related occupations represent 19% of local jobs, followed by sales and services (16%), agriculture (13%) and business (12.5%). The employment information below is categorized by occupation and provides a workforce-oriented view of Wellington’s local economy. The occupational breakdown is as follows: Wellington County - Occupations Total Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations Sales and service occupations Occupations unique to primary industry Business, finance and administrative occupations Occupations unique to processing, manufacturing and utilities Management occupations
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2009 Jobs
2014 Jobs
Change
37,802 7,971
42,593 8,063
4,791 92
6,663 3,919 4,919 3,482
6,948 5,683 5,360 3,843
285 1,764 441 361
3,230
3,407
177
County of Wellington Occupations in social science, education, government service and religion Health occupations Natural and applied sciences and related occupations Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport
2,522
2,778
256
1,801 1,798 1,089
2,419 2,134 1,208
618 336 119
Approximately 4,600 workers travel daily for work in Wellington from Guelph, Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo.
Business Size Wellington is an entrepreneurial County, consisting of many small businesses. A total of (89%) of businesses have fewer than 19 employees. Examples of larger employers in the County include: Maple Leaf Foods, Target, Zehrs, Nestle Waters, Royal Canin, Cherry Forest, Con Cast Pipe, Linamar, Neuwland Feed, Husky Farm Equipment, TG Minto and Golden Valley Farms. Wellington County Size of business
June 2010 Locations
June 2011 Locations
December 2012 Locations
December 2013 Locations
Total 6,687 7,838 1-4 Employees 1,517 1,793 5-9 Employees 513 606 10-19 Employees 306 355 20-49 Employees 184 203 50-99 Employees 49 60 100-199 Employees 30 30 200-499 Employees 14 12 500+ Employees 3 1 Data Source: Canadian Business Patterns December 2013
8,199 1,794 633 367 213 53 32 13 2
3,252 1,881 633 387 231 74 31 11 4
The Wellington Waterloo Community Futures Development Corporation (WWCFDC) provides business support services and financing to entrepreneurs and those wishing to expand their operations. The WWCFDC covers five of the seven municipalities within Wellington County. In 2013, the WWCFDC advanced a total of 23 loans worth $1,705,843. Loans contributed to the launch of fourteen new businesses. Nine loans were utilized for expansions or new activities. Dominant sectors of activity include services, manufacturing, hospitality and freight.
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TOP EMPLOYERS Employers with over 50 employees remained stable with respect to number of employees since one year ago. New to the list includes for example Nature’s Palette; a landscaping business in Guelph Eramosa and Angelstone Farms, an international show jumping tournament venue led by Olympian Keean White. It should be noted however, that Wellington consists of a higher number of businesses with less than 19 employees that are significant economic contributors, despite lower employee numbers. These businesses are considered small to medium and less vulnerable to fluctuations in the economy. It could be because of their ability to innovate and a horizontal management model, that they remain competitive, even when their industry does not. New economic development activities have enabled communication between the County and business to receive reliable data on local businesses. 2014 Wellington Employers with more than 50 Employees COMPANY NAME
EMPLOYEE SIZE RANGE
LOCATION
SECTOR
Belwood Lodge & Camp
60 Seasonal
Centre Wellington
Recreational Camp
Canadian Tire Corporation
20 FT, 60 PT
Centre Wellington
Retail
Caressant Care – Fergus
95
Centre Wellington
Health care
Centre Wellington District High School
120
Centre Wellington
Education
Fresh Co. – Fergus
55
Centre Wellington
Retail
Grand River Raceway
110
Centre Wellington
Equestrian and Spectator Sport
Groves Memorial Community Hospital/North Wellington Healthcare Alliance
107 FT + 169 PT
Centre Wellington
Health care
Hunter Amenities International Soap Plant
65 FT, 12 PT
Centre Wellington
Manufacturing of consumer products
Jefferson Elora Corporation
400
Centre Wellington
Manufacturing of automotive parts
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McDonald`s – Fergus
80
Centre Wellington
Retail – food
Nexans Canada Inc.
215
Centre Wellington
Manufacturing of electrical cables
OLG Slots
110
Centre Wellington
Casino
Polycorp Ltd.
160
Centre Wellington
Manufacturing of engineered polymer products
RR Donnelly
140
Centre Wellington
Business Forms Printing
Target
100
Centre Wellington
Retail
The Gund Co 59 (Canada) TGC Canada
Centre Wellington
Manufacturing of electrical and thermal insulation materials
Township of Centre Wellington
105 FT + 87 PT +48 Volunteer Firefighters
Centre Wellington
Government
Wellington Terrace Long-term Care Home
280
Centre Wellington
Health care
Zehrs Markets – Fergus
186
Centre Wellington
Retail
Angelstone Farms Inc.
50-99
Erin
Agricultural – Equestrian
Denny Bus Lines
120
Erin
Transportation
East Wellington Family Health Team: Erin Clinic
50
Erin
Health care
Erin District High School
59
Erin
Education
Foodland
55
Erin
Retail
Township of Erin
60
Erin
Government
Cargill Meat Solutions
300+
Guelph Eramosa
Meat Processing
Danby
100
Guelph Eramosa
Manufacturing of appliances
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Drexler Construction Ltd.
130
Guelph Eramosa
Construction
Eden House Care Facility Ltd.
85-90
Guelph Eramosa
Health care
Encora Enterprises/Nature’s Palette
59
Guelph Eramosa
Landscape construction and excavating
Ex-L Excavating
50
Guelph Eramosa
Construction
Fortress Trucking
76
Guelph Eramosa
Transportation
Gay Lea Food Cooperative
50-99
Guelph Eramosa
Manufacturing of dairy products
Herwynen Saw Mill
52
Guelph Eramosa
Manufacturing of wood products
Linamar: Ariss Manufacturing
300
Guelph Eramosa
Manufacturing
Meadowville Garden Centre
50
Guelph Eramosa
Agriculture – garden centre
Organic Meadow
50-99
Guelph Eramosa
Other Grocery and Related Products
Puresource Inc.
90
Guelph Eramosa
Manufacturing and distribution of natural wellness products
Sodrox
52
Guelph Eramosa
Distributor of chemicals
Walinga
200
Guelph Eramosa
Transportation
Guelph Utility Pole
50
Guelph Eramosas
Manufacturing of wood products
Drayton Festival Theatre Inc.
80-130
Mapleton
Arts and Entertainment
Mar-Span Home Hardware Building Centre
50 + 10-15 additional summer employees
Mapleton
Retail
Nieuwland Feed & Supply Ltd
60
Mapleton
Agriculture
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Norwell Dairy Systems Ltd.
75
Mapleton
Agriculture
Rothsay
50-99
Mapleton
Agricultural recycling
The Murray Group
100
Mapleton
Machine shop and welding
Township of Mapleton 27 FT + 112 PT
Mapleton
Government
Wallenstein Feed & Supply
170
Mapleton
Agriculture
Brenmar Transit
62
Minto
Transportation
Caressant Care
98
Minto
Health care
Farm Fresh Poultry
67
Minto
Agriculture
Palmerston Hospital
71
Minto
Health care
Pike Lake Golf and Country Club
32 FT + 68 seasonal part time
Minto
Recreation
Royal Terrace
96
Minto
Health care
TG Minto
600
Minto
Manufacturing
Town of Minto
51
Minto
Government
UGDSB – Minto
158
Minto
Education
Wightman Telecom Ltd 85
Minto
Telecommunications provider
TCA Technologies Inc.
50
Puslinch
Manufacturing of industrial automation equipment
Barco Materials Handling Ltd.
130
Puslinch
Manufacturing of hardwood and softwood palettes, skids and crates
CasCade Canada Ltd.
170
Puslinch
Manufacturing of material handling equipment
Centaur Technology
100-299
Puslinch
Design and manufacturing of
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micro processor chips Cherry Forest Products
130
Puslinch
Manufacturing of lumber
Con Cast Pipe
150
Puslinch
Manufacturing of concrete piping
Edward Jones
100-299
Puslinch
Financial
Hammond Power Solutions
50-99
Puslinch
Manufacturing of dry-type transformers
Llewellyn Security
150
Puslinch
Security systems and technology
Maple Leaf Foods
80
Puslinch
Food Storage
Nestle Waters Canada
100
Puslinch
Manufacturing of soft drinks
North America Construction Ltd.
80
Puslinch
Construction
Pentalift Equipment Corporation
50-99
Puslinch
Manufacturing of loading dock and materials handling equipment
Royal Canin Canada Company
200
Puslinch
Manufacturing of dog and cat food
Russell Metals
50-99
Puslinch
Processing and distributing of metals
Schneider National
300+
Puslinch
Transportation
Township of Puslinch
15 or 95-100 with PT and firefighters
Puslinch
Government
TransX Group
50-99
Puslinch
Transportation and logistics
Tytan Glove & Safety Inc.
50-99
Puslinch
Manufacturing of safety equipment
Ontario Provincial Police
140
Wellington County
Police protection
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Wellington County Libraries & Library Administration
88
Wellington County
Library
All Treat Farms
50-99
Wellington North
Agriculture
Birmingham Retirement Community Mount Forest
50
Wellington North
Health care
Canadian Tire
50
Wellington North
Retail
Caressant Care Arthur
85
Wellington North
Health care
Claire Stewart Medical Centre
50
Wellington North
Health care
Copernicus Educational Products
50
Wellington North
Manufacturing of educational products
Dana Long Manufacturing Ltd.
299
Wellington North
Manufacturing of thermal products
Foodland Mount Forest
75
Wellington North
Retail
Golden Valley Farms Inc.
80
Wellington North
Agriculture
Ivan Armstrong Trucking
59
Wellington North
Transportation
Musashi Auto Parts Canada Inc.
240
Wellington North
Manufacturing of auto parts
North Wellington Health Care
100-299
Wellington North
Health care
Quality Homes
150
Wellington North
Design and manufacturing of homes and cottages
Saugeen Valley Nursing Home
100-299
Wellington North
Health care
Solowave Design – Big Backyard
75
Wellington North
Design and manufacturing of outdoor living
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products Tim & Heather’s No Frills
80
Wellington North
Retail
Township of Wellington North
75
Wellington North
Government
Upper Grand District School Board
52
Wellington North
Education
Viking-Cives Ltd.
150
Wellington North
Manufacturing of snow and ice control equipment
Vintex Inc.
100-299
Wellington North
Manufacturing of coated textile fabrics
Waste Management of Canada
75
Wellington North
Waste collection
Source: Wellington Business Directory, Business Retention Interviews and June company calls.
COUNTY INVESTMENTS
$1.25 million investment in renovations and enhancements at three libraries as well as a new courier van. Included in this is the complete renovation of the historic downtown Fergus library which will increase its size and place it as a landmark in the Town (total cost $5 million)
$12.9 million investment in roads and bridges to maintain a safe and efficient transportation network across the County.
$2.5 million investment in the County Long Term Care facility, including a $2.3 million roof replacement.
$7.9 million for a new OPP operations centre in Wellington North.
$30,000 investment in County Economic Development webpage, including business directory, business testimonial videos and resources.
$25,000 investment in countywide Business Retention and Expansion project.
$4.0 million investment for site servicing of the new Groves Memorial Community Hospital location on the 105 acre parcel of County-owned lands in Centre Wellington, which includes the hospital, museum, library, long term care facility and OPP headquarters.
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MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS
Mapleton: branding strategy ($8,500) and hiring of part time Economic Development Officer.
Centre Wellington: hiring of a full time Economic Development Officer and new Township website.
Minto: LaunchIt Minto Creative Business Incubator: partnership between the Town of Minto and the Minto Chamber of Commerce. Received $37,500 from Ministry of Agriculture for 2014 and 2015.
Investments in Town-owned industrial lands in Harriston and Palmerston are paying off for Minto. A new car wash, gas station and Tim Hortons as well as expansions to a service/storage centre and an auto parts manufacturer will pose beneficial for the Town and County.
Wellington North: Community Improvement Programme in second of ten years has had 13 applications resulting in $110,000 in noticeable downtown improvements, leveraged by 78% coming from applicants. New Wellington North Farmers Market and participation in tourism events with its Butter Tart Trail and via Doors Open.
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT The Township of Mapleton has benefited from Mornington Communications fibre installation in Drayton, the largest project in the company’s history and a significant infrastructural improvement for the Town. Landmark Group continues to make progress on the former Elora Mill to develop a 100,000sqft conference centre, luxury hotel, spa, condominiums and restaurant. This investment is attracting further interest from new complementary businesses, such as a brewery planning to renovate an existing facility to produce and retail downtown. After a presentation from the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development, some municipalities are participating in the Site Certification programme for international promotion of employment lands.
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BUILDING ACTIVITY Overall, between 2009 and 2013, the County has witnessed steady growth in residential, commercial, industrial and institutional permit construction values; a 20% increase over four years. New institutional activity includes the creation of Holy House in Erin, an Asian weekend retreat valued at $2 million as well as a church constructed in Arthur valued at $580,000.
Wellington Building Permit Values $ (000) $300,000 $250,000 $200,000
Institutional Industrial
$150,000
Commercial
$100,000
Residential
$50,000 $0
Residential Development Activity A total of 250 new residential building permits were issued in 2013 across Wellington, including 172 for new single detached dwellings. Centre Wellington issued the greatest number of permits in 2013 while Wellington North saw the greatest increase over the year prior. 71% of 2013 building permits issued for new residential units in Wellington County took place in settlement areas. A lower number of residential permits were issued for new construction compared to 2012, mainly due to a lower number townhouses and condominiums. Municipal building officials note that permits to date meet or exceed those of the prior year and that lower numbers for 2013 can be attributed to the close out of certain subdivisions, where plans for new subdivisions are currently being reviewed.
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Compared to 14 permits in 2012, Guelph Eramosa processed 194 residential permits for residential developments in 2013. Puslinch saw 205 permits at a value of $22 million in 2013, which was a growth of 12% over the year prior. One subdivision in Fergus is currently being serviced while another 1,000 unit subdivision is in the secondary plan stage and will be located across from the new hospital.
Building Permits issued for NEW Dwellings 2012 and 2013
Township of Centre Wellington Town of Erin Township of Guelph/Eramosa Township of Mapleton Town of Minto Township of Puslinch Township of Wellington North Wellington County
Single Detached Dwelling 2012 84
Single Detached Dwelling 2013
Non SDD development 2012
Non SDD development 2013
Total Issued 2012
Total Issued 2013
63
99
54
183
117
34 14
21 14
0 2
0 0
34 16
21 14
26
15
19
1
45
16
23 38
14 25
11 0
8 0
34 38
22 25
37
20
24
15
61
35
256
172
155
78
411
250
Consistent with declining household sizes across Canada (2.5 person average), shifts in household composition (one person households on the rise), an aging population and the increasing concentration of population in urban centers; medium and high residential developments have accounted for a rising share of new homes in the County.
New Residential Permits 100% 80% 60%
High (condo/apt)
40%
Med (semi) Low (single home)
20% 0% 2002-2007 2008-2013 2002-2013
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Commercial Industrial Development Activity
Musashi auto manufacturing 25,400 sqft expansion $2.3 million, 25 new jobs University of Guelph Research Centre $15 million for a new building NR Stor $3 million new construction in the Harriston Industrial Park Tim Hortons Harriston renovation $464,000 Vehicle sales, showroom and service bays in Guelph Eramosa 33,000sqft Completion of Maple Leaf Foods 300,000sqft eastern distribution centre in Puslinch All Treat Farms completed their 21,951 sqft expansion in 2013, $1 million, 10 new jobs Planning and design underway for new emergency department and ambulatory care expansion at Louise Marshall Hospital Mount Forest, target 2017 completion Homestyle Flavours food products supplier completed $130,000 addition Metrolinx adding parking land and storage with potential truck repair garage Leslie Motors addition and renovation $300,000
Agricultural Development Activity Agricultural permit numbers and construction values continue to be strong year over year. As was noted earlier, many renovations to existing agricultural facilities were completed in 2013, such that a total of 216 permits valued at $18.9 million were processed during the year. In Centre Wellington, for example, five new large dairy barns were constructed worth $1 million each.
Centre Wellington Erin Guelph/Eramosa Mapleton Minto Puslinch Wellington North Total
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Agricultural Permits and Values 2011
Agricultural Permits and Values 2012
Agricultural Permits and Values 2013
38 permits ($4,124,167) 25 permits ($2,147,500) 12 permits ($916,500) 99 permits ($8,743,800) 26 permits ($944,000) 3 permits ($239,000) 66 permits ($4,300,000) 269 permits ($21,414,967)
34 permits ($6,101,500) 27 permits ($4,727,500) 21 permits ($1,958,600) 109 permits ($11,367,237) 47 permits ($3,396,000) 5 permits ($388,000) 76 permits ($7,859,780) 319 permits ($35,798,617)
45 permits ($26,783,000) 17 permits ($2,603,700) 21 permits ($1,630,000) 95 permits ($8,817,927) 27 permits ($2,662,000) n/a 56 permits ($3,181,000) 216 permits ($18,894,727)
County of Wellington
LOCAL BUSINESS RESULTS The County committed to conducting 270 in person interviews with local companies in 2013, which provided a depth of information as well as sentiments from executives on why they decide to conduct business in Wellington. The top rating factors for doing business in the community were as follows: Fire and police services, local community support, local and provincial road infrastructure, snow removal, local business support, workforce, availability of natural gas and adequate electricity. When asked if there were product or service opportunities in the local economy, grouping all businesses regardless of geography indicated the following gaps:
Office supplies Steel and other raw materials Small business financing and consulting Materials and supplies Restaurant options Information Technology support Grocery options
Commentary below is from County businesses on their perspective of the economic advantages for Wellington. The comments derive from results of all 270 recently completed in-person business interviews across the seven municipalities, representing the manufacturing, health care, professional services, agriculture, transportation and downtown business sectors. Lots of growth in the area with a business dynamic. Being close to the 401 is convenient. Moved into the area from Downtown Guelph into the rural area. It has been a terrific move for business. Affordable prices of lease and land, good availability of storefronts and industrial lands. New businesses coming in to the area. There has been a lot of new development in the last 8-10 years. Scenic community with great residents and businesses. Diversified workforce, easy to retain, availability of educated people and good employees. Very supportive community! -----
Jana Reichert BA, MSc Economic Development Officer County of Wellington janar@wellington.ca Tel: (519) 837.2600 ext. 2525 Fax: (519) 837.0285
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