Whitby's Signature Sites

Aerial photo of Port Whitby Industrial Area
Port Whitby Industrial Area

Premier Employment Lands in the Heart of Durham Region

Whitby offers a portfolio of market‑ready industrial buildings and development sites strategically located along Highway 401 and 407, supported by modern infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a highly competitive cost environment. Featured below are Whitby’s Signature Sites, representing key opportunities for investment, business expansion, and long‑term development.

South & Port Whitby Signature Sites

  • Location: Port Whitby
  • Opportunity Type: New (2025) industrial buildings, up to 389,374 SF available for lease

220 Water Street is a brand-new, large-format industrial development offering modern, flexible space minutes from Highway 401 and Whitby’s established south industrial area. Located in the scenic Port Whitby district near the shores of Lake Ontario, the site combines strong transportation access with a vibrant waterfront setting. With two buildings totaling nearly 390,000 sq. ft., it is designed for logistics, advanced manufacturing, and warehousing users seeking efficient, high-quality space with direct access to the GTA and major transportation corridors. 

Location: South Whitby 
Opportunity Type: New (2025) industrial building, 89,000 SF available for lease 

1900 Boundary Road is a modern industrial development located within Whitby’s established southern employment area, offering new large-format space designed for logistics, manufacturing, and distribution users. The site provides excellent connectivity to Highway 401 and nearby regional corridors, supporting efficient goods movement across the GTA. Designed to LEED Silver and Zero Carbon Ready standards, the property offers sustainable, high-quality industrial space for businesses seeking long-term growth in Whitby.  

Location: South Whitby 
Opportunity Type: New (2025) industrial building, 51,208 SF available for lease 

1651 Stellar Drive is located within Whitby’s established Whitby Business Park, a key industrial hub in the town’s southern employment area, directly east of the Durham College Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology. With convenient access to Highway 401 and nearby regional corridors, the property is well suited for businesses focused on distribution, manufacturing, and logistics. Its location supports efficient goods movement while providing access to Whitby’s growing workforce and surrounding GTA markets. 

Brooklin (North Whitby) Signature Sites

Opportunity Type:  Prestige industrial land, 249 acres (194 developable acres) 

One of Whitby’s most significant employment land opportunities, this site offers substantial acreage with prime exposure to Highway 407 and direct access to Highways 412 and 401. The property includes up to 194 developable acres with opportunities for purchase, design-build, or future lease within a planned business park setting. Zoned Prestige Industrial, the site supports a range of employment uses including light industrial, corporate office, research and development, and institutional uses, and benefits from proximity to Brooklin’s growing labour market and nearby regional amenities. 

Opportunity Type: Prestige industrial land, ±11 acres with proposed 56,957 SF & 75,936 SF buildings

5360 Thickson Road North is a scalable ownership opportunity in Whitby’s rapidly growing North Employment Area, offering ±11 acres of industrial land with proposed development of 56,957 SF and 75,936 SF. The site features an efficient layout that can accommodate multiple building configurations, with the proposed development already submitted to the Town of Whitby for the SPA process, enabling a quick development timeline. Strategically located just minutes from the Highway 407 and Highway 412 interchange, as well as the future site of the Mid-Block Arterial Road (Phase 1 and 2), the site provides excellent accessibility for logistics, manufacturing, and other employment uses within one of Durham Region’s fastest-growing industrial submarkets.

Opportunity Type: New (2025) industrial building, 311,680 SF available for lease 

5380 Baldwin Street South is a state-of-the-art industrial facility located within Whitby’s growing Brooklin Gate Business Park in the community’s north employment area. Offering approximately 311,680 sq. ft. of modern, high-efficiency space, the building is strategically positioned just south of the Highway 407 and Baldwin Street interchange, with quick connections to Highways 412 and 401. 5380 Baldwin Street South provides exceptional regional access across the GTA. Its proximity to transit, nearby amenities, and Whitby’s expanding workforce base further supports efficient operations and long-term business growth.

Opportunity Type: New construction (expected Q1 2027) industrial building, 125,726 SF available for lease

5605 Baldwin Street South is a new construction industrial building in Whitby’s rapidly growing north employment area, offering approximately 125,726 sq. ft. of modern space. Strategically located just south of the Highway 407 and Baldwin Street interchange, with quick access to Highways 412, the property provides strong regional connectivity across the GTA. The site is directly across from the Metrolinx commuter lot and Fieldgate Sports Complex, offering excellent accessibility and nearby amenities for employees. With transit access at the doorstep and proximity to retail and services, the location supports both operational efficiency and employee convenience, with anticipated delivery in 2027.  

Opportunity Type: Design-build industrial opportunity, customizable from ±50,000 to 350,000 sq. ft. across two sites

5385 Thickson Road North & Garrard Road presents a prime design-build industrial opportunity in Whitby’s north employment area, offering flexible configurations from approximately 50,000 to 350,000 sq. ft. across two sites. With the ability to customize building design to meet specific operational needs, the property is well suited for a range of industrial users seeking scalable, long-term ownership options.

Strategically located near the Highway 407 corridor and key north-south routes including Thickson Road, the site provides strong regional connectivity across the GTA. Surrounded by a growing employment cluster, the location offers access to a large labour pool, nearby amenities, and future-serviced industrial lands within one of Whitby’s key growth areas.

Why Major Employers Choose Whitby

Major employers across retail, logistics, and advanced manufacturing have selected Whitby as a strategic location to support growth and operational efficiency. Their experiences highlight the advantages that matter most to site selectors — talent availability, transportation access, and a coordinated, business‑friendly municipal approach: 

 

“With most of our stores located across the GTA, Whitby is an ideal launch point, offering excellent access to highways and transportation. When it came time to select a location for our new automated warehouse, Whitby stood out again for its strong employee base, efficient transportation network, and ease of access for our team. The Town’s coordinated, centralized approach made the process seamless, and we’re very pleased with the results.” 
— Richard Watson, President, SoftMoc 

“When we were evaluating locations, Whitby stood out. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing communities, it offers access to a diverse and expanding talent pool. The strategic location—close to major highways like 407 and 401—was a key factor. It allows for efficient transportation of goods, which is critical to our operations.    
– Amy Fleming, President and CEO, Mazda Canada 

Whitby's Competitive Advantage

Whitby combines the connectivity of the GTHA with the cost advantages of Durham Region. Businesses benefit from: 

  • Direct access to Highways 401, 407, and 412 

  • Competitive land values and development charges (see chart below).

  • A growing, skilled workforce supported by nearby post‑secondary institutions 

  • Proximity to Toronto while offering a higher quality of life and affordability 

Explore the full Why Whitby advantage and discover how Whitby supports business investment from site selection to long-term success.

Industrial Development Charges Comparison: Whitby vs. GTA West

At‑a‑Glance (Industrial, $/sq. ft.) 

Municipality 

Total Industrial DCs* ($/SF) 

Whitby (Durham) 

~$29.50 / SF

Ajax (Durham) 

~$31.68 / SF

Pickering (Durham) 

~$30.11 / sf 

Brampton (Peel) 

~$30.30 / SF

Mississauga (Peel) 

~$36.56–$52.72 / SF

Caledon (Peel) 

~$32.98 / SF 

Milton (Halton) 

~$39.61 / SF 

Oakville (Halton – built boundary)

~$32.66–$39+ / SF

Vaughan (York – west GTA comparator) 

~$57.74 / SF

*Actual DCs are project‑specific and depend on use, location, and timing. Prospective buyers should confirm current rates with the relevant municipalities and regions. Figures exclude any site‑specific or front‑ending charges.

Industrial Development Charges Deferral and Installment Payment Program 

Development charges help the Town of Whitby to service future development. Planning and development projects may require development charges to be paid when a building permit is issued, however, the Industrial Development Charges Deferral and Installment Payment Program provides eligible development applicants the option to defer payment and pay applicable DCs in installments. 

Whitby’s Investment Concierge Program

Personalized Support. Faster Decisions. Greater Certainty. 

Investing in Whitby means more than securing the right site — it means gaining a dedicated partner every step of the way. 

Whitby’s Investment Concierge Program provides hands‑on, confidential support to investors, developers, and site selectors from initial inquiry through to occupancy. Our experienced economic development team works directly with you — and coordinates across municipal, regional, and provincial partners — to streamline decision‑making and reduce project risk. Eligible projects are identified during the Site Planning Approval process, and a formal invitation to participate is extended to the applicant. 

Concierge services include: 

  • Site selection and comparative cost analysis 

  • Development charge and incentive navigation 

  • Coordinated planning, zoning, and approvals support 

  • Introductions to utilities, regional agencies, and workforce partners 

  • A single, consistent point of contact throughout your project 

In Whitby, you don’t navigate the process alone — we help move your investment forward, faster. 

For more information on Whitby's Investment Concierge Program, contact our team at invest@whitby.ca

Hotel and Conference Centre Investments

Whitby is a community with vision. We are a forward-thinking municipality committed to championing projects that reflect our growth and support the community’s economic vitality, cultural diversity, and strategic significance.

Attracting a hotel and conference centre has been identified as a key objective in the Town’s 2023–2026 Community Strategic Plan, highlighting our commitment to bringing this long-standing community priority to life.

View Whitby's Hotel Opportunities Brochure to explore market demand, development sites, and opportunities for new hotel investment.

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