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255 Christina Street N.,
Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7N2
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Advantages

The Sarnia Advantage

Sarnia is:

Sarnia offers services for investors, including assistance with planning and development approvals, providing demographic and community information, and coordinating introductions with municipal officials and local suppliers.

Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Advantage

Lower Costs. Better Cash Flow. Global Competitiveness.

What is an FTZ?
A Foreign Trade Zone allows businesses to import goods without paying duties or taxes until they enter the Canadian market.

Why It Matters for Your Business in Sarnia:

  • Defer Duties & Taxes
    Pay only when goods enter the domestic market—improve cash flow and liquidity.
  • Reduce Operating Costs
    Save on imported raw materials, parts, and machinery.
  • Stay Globally Competitive
    Lower input costs lead to stronger pricing power and increased export potential.
  • No Geographic Limits
    FTZ benefits apply anywhere in Canada, including right here in Sarnia.

Sarnia’s FTZ access is another reason entrepreneurs and industries thrive here, boosting margins and keeping operations lean.

Cost Advantages

In 2021 Sarnia was ranked the most affordable medium-sized city in Ontario by Zolo, a leading online real estate marketplace.
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