Town of Tillsonburg

Town of Tillsonburg

Municipal government providing services and growth

Overview

Tillsonburg is a municipal government that also acts as an economic development hub for a community of over 20,000 people. It delivers public services, permits, zoning guidance, and infrastructure coordination while promoting business growth and inviting investment through information and partnerships. The town differentiates itself with its strategic location in Ontario’s agriculture and manufacturing heartland, low business costs, progressive policies, and a high-speed fibre network that supports more than 600 companies. Its goal is to attract investment, create jobs, and improve residents’ quality of life by fostering connected, enriched, and inspired communities.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Town of Tillsonburg

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Why Town of Tillsonburg is rated
B
Rated A on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Government & Public Sector

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tillsonburg, Canada

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • 2026 budget adopted January 8, 2026, funding $43.5 million in municipal services.
  • Sidewalk Connectivity RFT 2026-004 and stormwater master-plan consulting show active project pipeline.
  • Kinsman Bridge reopened July 2, 2026, signaling visible infrastructure delivery and civic momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Retroactive policing costs drove 2026 taxes up 3.64 percent and strain future budgets.
  • Canada Day 2026 fireworks ended early, then required a Labour Day makeup display.
  • A 2027 tax backlash over policing costs and capital projects can freeze council flexibility.

What makes Town of Tillsonburg unique

  • Runs a tightly integrated local government with fire, parks, transit, and bylaw services.
  • Controls heritage and recreation assets like Annandale House, Lake Lisgar, and Community Centre.
  • Uses aggressive capital planning, including 2026 sidewalk connectivity, bridge rehab, and streetscape work.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

11%
Heart FM
Apr 30th, 2024
Tillsonburg Announces Sports Hall of Fame Inductees

Tillsonburg announces Sports Hall of Fame inductees.

Town of Tillsonburg
Jan 8th, 2024
Tillsonburg Hydro launches Electrical Safety Awareness Survey (ESA)

Tillsonburg Hydro launches Electrical Safety Awareness Survey (ESA).

Town of Tillsonburg
Sep 19th, 2023
Town of Tillsonburg will close corporate offices at 200 Broadway on September 22

The Town of Tillsonburg will close its corporate offices at 200 Broadway, effective Friday, September 22, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

Country 107.3
Jul 30th, 2023
31 Year Veteran to Take the Reins at Tillsonburg Fire

Shane Caskanette joins Tillsonburg Fire and Rescue after serving as Chief in Oshawa and more recently in Brantford.

Heart FM
Jul 11th, 2023
Tillsonburg introduces bike patrol bylaw Enforcement - 104.7 heart FM

Tillsonburg introduces bike patrol bylaw Enforcement - 104.7 heart FM.

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