Nestled between lakes Ontario, Simcoe and Scugog lies Durham Region. A landscape that's made up of urban, rural, and commercial zones—from rolling hills and farmland, to bustling downtowns and industrial lands.
Our large, diverse landscape is driving our position as one of the fastest growing populations in Canada; with forecasted population growth to approximately 1.3 million residents by 2051.
Demographics
With a current population of nearly 753,090 (2023), Durham Region’s population is forecasted to grow to 1.3 million people and 460,000 jobs by 2051. Durham Region is well positioned for continued economic and job growth, due to its strengths in sector diversification, building activity, an educated and skilled workforce, and affordable real estate. Visit the Durham Region Profile website to explore more demographic data.
The Region of Durham is committed to accountability and transparency. Open data allows the public to access the Region's data more easily and encourages innovation in the community. Visit the Durham Region Open Data Portal to explore the data categories available.
Immigration and diversity
Durham Region understands that the key to innovation and answering the big questions that impact our communities, is connecting diverse perspectives. Through a growing world-class talent pool and a global workforce, Durham Region residents bring creativity, new perspectives and innovation to our communities and our employers.
Immigration continues to be a significant catalyst for growth in Durham, accounting for nearly two-thirds of population growth in the last five years. Durham Immigration Portal provides information and services for newcomers and businesses to assist in successfully transitioning into the local community.
Workforce
Globally, competition for world-class talent has propelled Durham Region into the spotlight. Our region is known as the place where world-class talent comes to live and learn.
Durham has a highly skilled and specialized labour force. From experienced local graduates in our community—and a growing population of new graduates from our post-secondary institutions—Durham Region is home to the workforce of today. We are excited to be developing the agile and adaptable skills of the workforce of the future.
Employers benefit from access to our world class talent pool and competitive wages. The overall labour costs in Canada are also amongst the lowest in the G7.
Education attainment
Durham is home to four post-secondary institutions with seven campuses across the region. As a leader in Ontario for workforce skill and education attainment, our region is known as the place where world-class talent comes to live and learn.
Each year, the region welcomes thousands of international post-secondary students from more than 70 different countries around the world, many bringing desirable skills and educations.
Our highly skilled and educated workforce contributes to the strong social capital in our community and sets the foundation for continued long-term economic growth.
Workforce advantages
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