The sprawling Greater Toronto Area (GTA) adds new residents at over 430,000 every 5 years, leading to greater congestion, skyrocketing housing and industrial land costs and reduced quality of life. See Toronto Overview

As a result, we’ve seen enormous industry and population growth in the suburbs and in areas far from the GTA – to the north, west and immediate east. Over the last 5 years Oshawa has grown 12% while Barrie (a longer distance than Port Hope) has grown by 24%. As a result, industrial land and housing prices are booming in these outlying areas.

The Green Belt Limit For the GTA

But, the opportunity for major development circling the GTA is limited. The Province of Ontario has designated a wide area as a limited development region called “The Green Belt”. Therefore, growth must leapfrog this Green Belt over the next twenty-five years. And the first urban stop east of The Green Belt is… Port Hope!

But Port Hope isn’t just about escape from the GTA. By far! When you see it, you’ll wonder why this lifestyle gem has been so hidden. Over the next few years, people and businesses will be drawn to Port Hope because of its stunning qualities and location advantages.