2020 - 2025 Ajax Economic Development Action Plan

Ajax has completed its 10-year Economic Development & Tourism Strategy (2010) and is looking for input into a new, bold 5-year Economic Development Action Plan.

The new plan will provide direction and clear actions through 2025!

We want your input on:

  • Growth opportunities in the areas of business retention, expansion and attraction
  • Streamlining business processes and support to help new businesses grow
  • Industries of opportunity for Ajax including tourism, new technologies and emerging industries
  • Workforce development - attracting and retaining Ajax's talented workforce
  • Marketing and outreach activities - new trends, new methods to get the word out about Ajax's people and places

A key component of the strategy is engaging with local stakeholders including a telephone business survey, online community survey, individual interviews and workshop discussions.

Get Involved

  • Public Open House - Have your say: September 16 at 6 p.m. & September 18 at 7:45 a.m. Council Chambers, Ajax Town Hall 65 Harwood Ave. S
  • Take the Survey - Help us shape the future of economic development in Ajax
  • Participate in our Poll - Tell us how your business is doing
  • Share Ideas - How can we support local businesses to thrive and grow

Questions or comments about this project?

Contact any of the project managers listed in the Who's Listening (right sidebar).

Information will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

Ajax has completed its 10-year Economic Development & Tourism Strategy (2010) and is looking for input into a new, bold 5-year Economic Development Action Plan.

The new plan will provide direction and clear actions through 2025!

We want your input on:

  • Growth opportunities in the areas of business retention, expansion and attraction
  • Streamlining business processes and support to help new businesses grow
  • Industries of opportunity for Ajax including tourism, new technologies and emerging industries
  • Workforce development - attracting and retaining Ajax's talented workforce
  • Marketing and outreach activities - new trends, new methods to get the word out about Ajax's people and places

A key component of the strategy is engaging with local stakeholders including a telephone business survey, online community survey, individual interviews and workshop discussions.

Get Involved

  • Public Open House - Have your say: September 16 at 6 p.m. & September 18 at 7:45 a.m. Council Chambers, Ajax Town Hall 65 Harwood Ave. S
  • Take the Survey - Help us shape the future of economic development in Ajax
  • Participate in our Poll - Tell us how your business is doing
  • Share Ideas - How can we support local businesses to thrive and grow

Questions or comments about this project?

Contact any of the project managers listed in the Who's Listening (right sidebar).

Information will be collected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Community Survey – Town of Ajax Economic Development Action Plan

    The Town of Ajax is developing an Economic Development Strategy based on a cohesive vision for economic development.  

    The Economic Development Action Plan will establish goals and priorities so that the community can embrace opportunities for economic growth and diversity.  Assisting us in this process is MDB Insight, an experienced and respected consulting firm that will be involved with various forms of community engagement and in the development of the Strategy.  

    A key component of the strategy is engaging with local stakeholders in various ways, including through a business survey, interviews, workshop discussions and this community survey.

    The Town of Ajax is developing an Economic Development Strategy based on a cohesive vision for economic development.  

    The Economic Development Action Plan will establish goals and priorities so that the community can embrace opportunities for economic growth and diversity.  Assisting us in this process is MDB Insight, an experienced and respected consulting firm that will be involved with various forms of community engagement and in the development of the Strategy.  

    A key component of the strategy is engaging with local stakeholders in various ways, including through a business survey, interviews, workshop discussions and this community survey.

    Take Survey