{"id":8852,"date":"2019-03-08T17:15:03","date_gmt":"2019-03-08T09:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iqiglobal.com\/blog\/?p=8852"},"modified":"2019-03-08T17:15:03","modified_gmt":"2019-03-08T09:15:03","slug":"incredible-oakville-the-most-affordable-place-to-live","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iqiglobal.com\/blog\/incredible-oakville-the-most-affordable-place-to-live\/","title":{"rendered":"Incredible Oakville, the most affordable place to live"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When most people hear the words suburban town, they think about quiet neighbourhoods with a few people where everyone knows everyone. You don’t really picture a place with a growing workforce, an expanding industry; a place where you can grow a business, a place that has global access and is filled with countless investment and business opportunities.<\/p>\n

Here we are going to be talking about a town that breaks the mould and goes beyond, a place which is establishing itself as a place for business and growth, an upcoming place that is now in demand.  Here we will be talking about Oakville<\/a> in Ontario Canada and why you should be investing there.<\/p>\n

A little bit about Oakville<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Oakville was founded in 1857 by Colonel William Chisholm, who purchased the land from the Mississauga people. With two natural harbours and shores dense with trees, ship-building and timber became important early industries.<\/p>\n

The town can be found nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario, Toronto. Oakville is known for its picturesque harbours, vibrant shopping districts, active arts community and some of the best dining options in the Greater Toronto Area.<\/p>\n

Now that we have the introductions out of the way, let’s take a look at Why Oakville is one the best places for business.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Skilled and Professional Workforce<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Oakville provides access to a labour pool over 3.5 million strong, coming in from the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area. Nearly 80 per cent of the population has at least a post-secondary education, with an age range of 25 to 65. You will find a great depth of talented and specialised professionals here, with experience and in-depth knowledge in their respective industries.<\/p>\n

2. Global Access<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Oakville is strategically located and you can easily reach customers in major US cities and markets all over the world. Cities such as New York, Chicago, Boston and Washington DC are just within a one day drive and the Pearson International Airport – which is just 20 – 25 minutes away from the town – gives access to over 180 destinations around the world.<\/p>\n

3. Only 30 minutes from Toronto<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Located in the heart of the Greater Toronto Area, Oakville has access to quick connections to regional, national and international markets. Its strategic location is such that the town is:<\/p>\n