Greater Sudbury Ranks Among Canada's Best Locations for Economic Growth
Greater Sudbury has been named one of Canada's top locations for economic growth and investment in 2026, according to Site Selection magazine. The city ranked among the country's best locations for competitiveness, investment attraction, and business growth.
The recognition highlights Greater Sudbury's diverse economy, supported by industries such as mining, manufacturing, research, education, and professional sectors. The city is northern Ontario's largest economic hub, with a skilled workforce, research institutions, and an environment designed to support business growth.
Site Selection's ranking considers corporate facility investment projects, including factors like corporate investment, project activity, and employment creation. Greater Sudbury's critical-minerals and advanced-materials ecosystem is another significant economic strength, with participation in the Kingston-Greater Sudbury Critical Minerals Alliance.