Globally recognized 'Brand Name' location in a dynamic bi-national region
Centre of the 'Golden Horseshoe' (Toronto-Hamilton-Niagara-Buffalo-Rochester): Third largest (8.6 million people) and third fastest-growing metropolitan area in North America
70% of North America's population within 10 hours' drive
#1 Destination in Ontario (40% of the Canadian Tourism Industry)
Gateway to Canada for 50% of all travelers entering Ontario
Outperforming world tourism growth rates - significantly!
Expecting 30 million visitors spending over $2.3 billion in 2016
Seamless highway access to/from four international airports and four border crossings
'Investment-ready' sites with strong anchor attractions
Surrounded by natural wonders, man-made marvels and year-round world-class destination experiences
Government commitment to long-term development strategies and partnerships