Doing Business in the GTA

The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) economy is dominated by free market activities and private enterprise. As a result, it is relatively easy to commence or expand business activities in the GTA.

The GTA is Canada's undisputed business and manufacturing capital and the sixth largest region in North America. It has the lowest business costs and most generous R & D tax treatment among the G8 countries. (KPMG Global Cost Competitive Study, 2006).

The economic strength and dominance of the Region is clearly reflected in the number of corporate headquarters here: 9 out of Canada's 10 top law firms - 9 out of the top 10 accounting groups and 85% of the foreign, and Canada's top 5 banks and the second largest automotive centre in North America.

As a business location, it’s cost competitive. That's why the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology - Aerospace – Advanced Manufacturing – Agricultural, Film Animation and Design sectors are successful in this region as well.

We invite you to be one of them, to invest in a region with infinite potential, and to secure the foundations of your company’s future success.  

Are you a small/medium international enterprise thinking of setting up a business in the GTA?

Are you a large corporation and want to expand to the GTA? 

Take advantage and browse through detailed publications provided by the GTMA's legal and accounting firms to discover the answer to your needs! 

Legal Services

Incorporation, Business Registration, Business Immigration

Accounting and Financial Consulting Services

Real Estate, Construction, Facility Management & Human Resources

Entry Requirements

With a population of over 5.5 million, the GTA is hailed by the United Nation as one of the most culturally diverse in the world. Each year, some 80,000 new residents, speaking over 100 languages are drawn here from more than 90 countries.

Coming to the GTA as an immigrant or with a work permit is exciting and challenging. The Federal government is responsible for immigration and the provinces play a consulting role. 

Browse through the Government of Canada website to answer all your entry requirements.