Population 4,599

Tilbury is a fine example of a rural Ontario town that spans the spectrum from agriculture to large industry with small business in between.  This small farmiing community is known for its plentiful harvest of corn and soybeans but it is also home to many thriving manufacturers that service the region's prominent automotive sector.

Located on the west edge of Chatham-Kent, the community straddles Highway 401 with 2 interchanges for easy highway acess and is only 25 minutes away from the Windsor/Detroit border crossing.

Major automotive suppliers located in Tilbury include: • Arvin Meritor Inc., (350 employees), manufacturers of medium and heavy-duty airbrakes. • Mahle (350 employees), producers of plastic injection moulding. • Woodbridge Foam Corporation (194 employees), producers of automotive polyrethane seating. • Autoliv Canada (350 employees), manufacturers of automotive air bags.

Downtown Tilbury features some unique boutiques and is minutes away from two Great Lakes with boat launch access and excellent fishing.

The 18-hole Tilbury Golf Club is located on the outskirts of the community.

Other amenities include a large arena complex, athletic fields, skateboard park and an outdoor swimming pool.

For more information on Tilbury or establishing your business in Tilbury, please contact Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services at 519.351.7700/1.866.542.5994 or email CKeds@chatham-kent.ca