Located on the traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg, Northumberland County weaves together seven distinct yet complementary municipalities.
Located along Highway 401, Northumberland is within an hour and a half drive from both Toronto and Kingston. Our community’s boundaries stretch east-west from Port Hope to Brighton and north to Trent Hills, with Lake Ontario to our south. Northumberland can also be accessed by boat from Rice Lake and the Trent-Severn Waterway.
Our community
Population: 89,365 (4.4% increase from 2016)*
Population density (per square km): 46.9
*Statistics from the 2021 Statistics Canada Census.
What we offer
- A range of living styles including historic towns, scenic rural areas and waterfront locations
- Abundant opportunity for businesses and individuals looking to build careers and companies, with ample collaboration, networking and incubation services
- Outdoor adventures at 15 conservation areas, two forests, two provincial parks, over 10 nature reserves and multiple beaches and waterways
- Vibrant arts and heritage found in our architecture, unique performance venues and music and art galleries
- Delicious fresh finds available at six farmers’ markets, five craft breweries, three cideries, award-winning chocolatiers and cheese makers, and numerous farm markets and farmgate stands
- A warm and welcoming culture where neighbours support each other to create a close-knit community
Living, working and investing in Northumberland
Northumberland County is a versatile community that is ideal for raising a family, living a balanced lifestyle, managing a farm, or starting a business.
Visit the Invest in Northumberland website for more information about:
- Living in Northumberland
- Business and work opportunities
- Investment opportunities
If you are looking to move to Canada, please visit the Northumberland Immigration Portal for information about immigration and settlement support for newcomers.