Rural Economic Development Strategy

Learn about our plan to support rural business development, attract and retain workers and strengthen rural communities.

Socioeconomic data

Get data on rural Ontario demographics, business, employment and housing.


What we do

  • Develop rural economic development strategies.
  • Deliver rural economic development programs and initiatives.
  • Lead cross-government policy, program and liaison as a one-window provincial lead on rural affairs.
  • Lead stakeholder engagement related to rural affairs.

Ministry of Rural Affairs     
777 Bay Street
Toronto, Ontario M5G 2C8

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Agencies, boards and commissions

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Legislation

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