Labour Force

Labour force

Your business has access to over 360,000 employees as people working in Cobourg drive from within a 30 minute radius and in many cases even further. This allows Cobourg to provide your business with a competitive work-ready labour force.

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Education

We work closely with our manufacturers and establish customized certificate programs through Fleming College. Durham College, Trent University, the University of Ontario and Loyalist College are nearby and offer diversified programs. Local 183 Training Centre (LIUNA) provides skilled trades and safety training in the construction sector.

Settling in Cobourg with your family means high quality education in both our public and separate school (Catholic) system. Christian and Montessori Schools are also available as well as continuing education programs and programs for developmentally challenged students. French immersion is also available.

A 10 minute drive just west of Cobourg is a premier private school. Trinity College School teaches students from grades 5-12 in one of Canada's oldest and most respected educational institutions.

Quality of life

The quality of life in Cobourg encourages employees to remain in the area and raise their families translating into a loyal workforce.