Lincoln is your next move. Lincoln has the support and incentives you need to build your business and take your venture to the next level. With deep roots in agricultural excellence and manufacturing and a growing innovation and tech base, Lincoln has what you need.
Expand into new markets: Transport your goods by truck, ship, rail or plane. The majority of US and Canadian markets are within a day’s drive of Lincoln.
Build your workforce: Thousands of skilled and trained workers are ready for you in Lincoln.
Enjoy life: Experience the benefits of quaint, tranquil living with ready access to big city amenities, with Niagara and Buffalo as your backyard and Toronto in your front yard.
Lincoln is the fastest-growing community in Niagara. A mixed urban/rural community, growth will be targeted to key development areas (most notably Beamsville and Prudhommes). Some notable numbers comparing Lincoln to the Niagara Region include:
Statistic | Lincoln | Niagara Region |
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Population | 23,787 | 447,888 |
Labour Force % | 52.5% | 50.6% |
Participation Rate | 66.1% | 61.0% |
Employed/Employment Rate | 11,915 / 63.1% | 209,890 / 56.6% |
Unemployed/Unemployment Rate | 575 / 4.6% | 16,705 / 7.4% |
Not in Labour Force | 6,405 | 144,970 |