Collingwood’s population continues to grow. Recent numbers released by Collingwood’s Economic Development Department state that the town’s population is made up of 18,500 permanent and 3,000 seasonal residents. These numbers will grow quickly as many new subdivisions, presently under construction, welcome new residents to the town.

Collingwood’s employment sectors are served by a strong, dedicated labour force, helping to contribute to the town’s low unemployment rate.

Labour Force by Occupation: (Source: Statistics Canada, 2006 Census)

• 31.89% - Sales and Service
• 13.92% - Trades, Transport, Equipment Operators
• 11.50% - Business, Finance and Administration
• 11.27% - Management
• 8.90% - Unique to processing, Manufacturing and Utilities
• 7.63% - Social Science, Government services, Religion
• 6.41% - Health Occupation
• 3.29% - Natural and Applied Sciences
• 3.00% - Art, Culture, Recreation and Sport
• 2.20% - Unique to Primary Industry

Collingwood's Top Employers

1. General and Marine Hospital - 439
2. Pilkington Canada Limited - 325
3. Town of Collingwood - 216
4. MacLean Engineering & Marketing - 204
5. Saunder's Book Company - 200
6. VOA - 94
7. Tectonic Infrastructure Inc. - 84
8. Ainley Group Consulting Engineers - 70
9. R. J. Burnside & Associates - 60
10. Shaw Woodworking - 77

The median age in Collingwood is 44, slightly higher than the national average of 39. Few regions in Canada, or the world, are as visually striking or welcoming as the Collingwood area, which is why tourism numbers remain strong.

For more information on Economic Development, visit www.investcollingwood.com.