Canada Small Business Financing Program
Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario - FedDev
Grants and funding from the Government of Canada
SOFII - Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation
Business Support and Economic Development
Business Support and Economic Development
The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands is an international playground of unrivaled natural beauty, a vibrant and diverse community in Eastern Ontario. We have the world renowned 1000 Islands and St. Lawrence Seaway along our southern boundary and the UNESCO designated Rideau Canal and lock system along our northern boundary. TLTI is conveniently located half-way between Toronto to the west and Montreal to the east. Ottawa, Canada's capital, is just 90 minutes away and the Thousand Islands International Bridge, which links Ontario to New York State, is located in the Township.
The Township is home to approximately 9,500 permanent residents and welcomes thousands of seasonal residents every summer. There are a variety of businesses located throughout the surrounding rural community, along with shops in the villages of Lansdowne, Lyndhurst, Rockport and Seeley's Bay.
If you are looking to start or expand your business in TLTI and have Zoning questions reach out to our Planning and Development Department at 613 -659-2415.
Please visit the United Counties of Leeds & Grenville Economic Development Department, as well as the UCLG Business Directory for Leeds and the Thousand Islands below. You can also visit the Lyndhurst, Seeley's Bay and District Chamber of Commerce, or the 1000 Islands Gananoque Chamber of Commerce websites below to learn more about the business community and the supports offered by each.
UCLG Regional Programs
Local Programs and Resources
Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program
Goals of the CIP
- Enhance the vitality of the Township’s main streets
- Increase the number of designated heritage properties and support heritage conservation.
- Cultivate inviting public spaces that are accessible to everyone.
- Promote a high standard of property maintenance and care.
- Establish cooperative partnerships among the Township, Community Groups, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, First Nations, and the public.
- Facilitate more affordable and attainable housing options.
- Ensure the fair allocation of improvement efforts, funding, and resources across all communities in the Township.
- Use physical improvements to further build the Township’s identity and branding across its distinct communities.
- Encourage the establishment and growth of businesses, including those in the agri-tourism sector.
- Support the preservation, restoration, and sustainable use of natural heritage resources and ecosystems.
The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville has the Business Directory for Leeds and Grenville, including the community of Leeds and the Thousand Islands.
Refreshment Vehicles (Food Trucks)
Licenses for refreshment vehicles (food trucks) are required for all refreshment vehicles both long term and short term in the township.
Complete and submit an application form, with the following documents:
- Application Form (PDF Fillable Form)
- Current propane inspection report
- Health Unit inspection report
- Fire Inspection report
- Licence fee
Contact Us
Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands
1233 Prince St., P.O. Box 280
Lansdowne, ON K0E 1L0
Phone: 613-659-2415
Toll Free: 1-866-220-2327
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