Department Information

The Business Development Department (BDD) is your first point of contact at the City of Niagara Falls to assist existing businesses, prospective investors, and community partners with business and community development projects. BDD staff are committed to promoting Niagara Falls as an outstanding location to conduct business. A facilitator between the private sector and various levels of government, the BDD provides an effective resource centre where businesses may find support and assistance.

• Consultations
• Site selection, tours
• Business Growth and Investment
• Sale/lease of municipally-owned land
• Market analysis
• Business and Financial Incentive assistance
• Financial structuring and related business attraction
• Business retention and expansion assistance
• Support for company export market development
• Supplier Networks
• Liaise with governments

Together with the Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centre, the Business Development Department provides additional guidance and support related to unique client needs.