• Great neighbourhoods
• Great place to do business
• Quality schools, public and seperate
• Proximity to Lake Ontario and recreational areas
• Easy access via QEW, 407 and Go Transit
• Charming shopping districts in the downtown core
• Variety of events and attractions

This thriving town of approximately 146,000 provides all the advantages of a well-serviced urban centre, while also maintaining its small-town ambiance. Along historical downtown streets, Oakville offers a mix of converted 19th century buildings which accommodate over 400 fine shops, services and restaurants.

Destination for both visitors and residents
A 30-minute drive from downtown Toronto, and an hour’s drive from the U.S. border, Oakville boasts a $88 million tourism industry, with over 1.4 million visitors annually. 

Residents and visitors enjoy theatre, dance, music and comedy performances at the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts.  They can visit the museum at Erchless Estate, located in the home of the Chisholms, Oakville’s founding family.  Other points of interest include galleries, historical societies and local architecture, especially in heritage neighbourhoods. 

Among the myriad of special attractions and activities for the whole family, Oakville’s annual Waterfront Festival, Festival of Classics and Jazz Festival draw crowds from around the GTA.  The community also provides plenty of recreational opportunities.  Golfers can play at one of seven golf courses, including PGA-recognized Glen Abbey which often hosts the Canadian Open and is the permanent host of the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame & Museum.

Enjoy over 2,400 acres of park space, many with groomed hiking trails, or join a recreation centre which provides programs for all ages. For boaters, Oakville features two picturesque harbours with docks and slips for sail and powerboats.

It’s all about quality of life
The average household income in Oakville is estimated at $89,000, about $25,000 more than comparable GTA figures. People who live here are proud of the quality of life this great community has to offer. In a recent survey of residents, 86 per cent say Oakville is a better place to live than anywhere else in the GTA.  The Halton Region, which Oakville is a part of boasts the 4th lowest crime rate in all of Canada.