community profile - The City of Pembroke

COMMU N IT Y PROFILE
A National
Bloom
WINNER!
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A Community in Bloom
The City of Pembroke has been participating in the Communities
in Bloom program since 1999 – and it has had a beautiful impact
on the community! The colourful street banners, the half barrels
overflowing with flowers, the pretty containers hanging on the
bridges, and the flower baskets hanging in the downtown core
are all due to the Communities in Bloom initiative. Countless volunteer hours have been spent engaging the residents of
Pembroke, and helping them to pitch in, take pride and participate in the beautification and environmental responsibility
efforts. In 2001 the City earned four blooms in the provincial
competition, and the right to call itself “the prettiest little city in
Ontario”. In 2004-2005, Pembroke competed at the national level,
helping to introduce Pembroke to the rest of Canada, and was
awarded 5 Blooms!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
At a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Climate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Natural Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Forestry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Minerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Fuel oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Natural gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Trade & Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Local Retail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Local Industry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Major Employers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Trading Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Zoning & Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Industrial Lands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pembroke Plus! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Retail Site Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Labour Force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Population . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Wages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Municipal Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tax Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Income Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Heart of the Ottawa Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Quality of Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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WELCOME
W
elcome to the heart of the Ottawa Valley
and the largest regional centre between
Ottawa and North Bay in Eastern Ontario.
This Community Profile provides detailed information about
the excellent prospects for business in Pembroke, and highlights the local amenities which enable residents to enjoy a
comfortable, affordable and attractive lifestyle.
Pembroke is open for business! In recent years, its superb
location, low cost of living and available skilled workforce
has attracted new industry to the city and prompted the
expansion of others.
An encouraging economic development strategy and a formal
Business Retention and Expansion program serve to welcome
new companies to the area. The management staff at Pembroke
City Hall will help to expedite any of your queries, and ensure
that business needs are met promptly.
Whether it’s help starting a new venture or expansion plans for
an established business, you’re just one call away from all the
information you need.
Copies of this document can be obtained by contacting:
Department of Economic Development, Recreation and Tourism
City of Pembroke
P.O. Box 277
Pembroke, ON K8A 6X3
www.pembroke.ca
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AT
A
GLANCE…
City of Pembroke
Area of Municipality
1,137 ha (3,485 ac)
Population (2006)
Separated City of Pembroke
Urban Core + Rural-urban Fringe
County of Renfrew
Market Area Served (40 km/25 mi. radius)
Mother Tongue
English
French
Other
Ethnic Origin
British
French
German
All other
Retail Sales
Retail Sales Estimate 2006 $
% Above/Below National Avg.
2006 per Capita $
2006 No. of retail establishments
Shopping Malls
Services
Restaurants
Hotels/Motels/B&B’s
Financial Institutions & Services
Education Services
Professional, Scientific & Technical Services
Clubs & Organizations
2
14,500
23,819
95,138
72,400
88%
8%
4%
55%
21%
19%
4%
508,540,000
+77
21,400
240
2
45
19
8
25
55
59
Building Permit Values
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
($ million)
5.0
7.6
7.1
8.4
7.2
8.0
37.7
40.3
17.6
31.9
Location
The City of Pembroke, with an established industrial sector,
is the largest commercial service centre between Ottawa and
North Bay. Centrally located and easily accessible, Pembroke is
just 150 km northwest of Ottawa, Canada’s capital, and within a
four hour drive of both Montreal (and the St. Lawrence Seaway),
and Toronto, Ontario’s capital.
Conveniently situated
alongside the scenic
Pembroke
Ottawa River in the
North Bay
Ottawa
eastern region of
Montréal
Ontario, Pembroke is
Kingston
Peterborough
serviced by all major
Toronto
New York
Lake Ontario
overland routes within
Michigan
Hamilton
London St. Catharines
Renfrew County and is
e
Eri
ke
La
strategically located
Windsor
Pennsylvania
on Trans Canada
Highway #17. Provincial highways #41 and #60 provide quick
access to southern Ontario. U.S. border crossings at Gananoque,
Ontario and Ogdensburg, New York are just three hours from
Pembroke. Highway #148 links Pembroke to the province of
Quebec, just across the Ottawa River.
ONTARIO
Sault Ste. Marie
QUÉBEC
Sudbury
17
17
H
ke
La
11
Algonquin
Park
60
417
416
41
ur
on
400
7
401
401
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A Point Well Taken
Situated on the shores of the beautiful Ottawa River
where it meets the Muskrat River, Pembroke was
first established as the County Town of Renfrew
County in 1864.
It was a rough and ready frontier spirit that first forged
the town, as it quickly became the centre for the logging
industry in eastern Ontario.
Today, the Cockburn Pointer Boat Monument pays perpetual tribute
to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the lumberjacks who used
the pointer boat, built in Pembroke, to drive their massive logs
through the fast river waters on their way to the sawmill.
Rail and Air Accessibility
Pembroke businesses are served by Ottawa Valley Railink
and Ottawa Central Railway, both offering freight service
from Pembroke.
Pembroke and Area Airport is just 10 km from downtown
and is one of the most advanced regional terminals in Canada.
A 5000 ft. runway accommodates both corporate business and
charter travel. There is also parking for 55-70 small aircraft and a
full range of air transport services, reservations and service garages.
Ottawa International Airport is the closest passenger terminal,
for domestic and international travel. Several firms offer daily
shuttle service.
From Pembroke to…
Ottawa
North Bay
Kingston
Montreal
Toronto
Buffalo
Detroit
Cleveland
New York City
4
km
150
220
245
365
385
550
750
850
900
hours
1.5
2.5
2.7
3.5
4.0
7.5
9.0
11.0
11.5
Climate
Pembroke’s climate, like that of much of central Ontario and
southwestern Quebec is noted for its four distinct seasons.
The warm, wet months of spring, and hot, dry summer season
stand in marked contrast to the crisp, frosty days of fall or the
sub-zero temperatures and snowfalls of the winter months.
Season Averages
Spring
Temperature(˚C)
April
4.5
May
12
June
16
Precipitation (mm)
61.8
68.5
81.3
Summer
July
August
September
19
17.5
12.5
76.5
81.1
79.0
Fall
October
November
December
5
-1
-8
75.1
67.2
67.1
-13
-11
-4.5
52
46.4
60.4
Winter
January
February
March
Renfrew County
is the largest
county in Ontario
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NATURAL RESOURCES
Forestry
Pembroke was founded on the economic viability of its forest
industry and it is still one of the mainstays of the local economy.
The City is at the eastern edge of the Ottawa-Huron forest region
which contains on average, 46% hardwood and mixed stands of
hardwood and pine, 4% coniferous, 37% poplar and birch, and
2% recent burn. The remaining 11% is barren rock.
The hardwoods include hard maple, white birch, poplar, black
ash, soft maple and elm. Substantial commercial hardwood
quantities are available in beech, elm, oak, white birch and
poplar. Coniferous supplies include cedar, hemlock, white,
red and jack pine, spruce, tamarack and balsam.
Most local wood-based industries harvest raw material from
the region surrounding the City including Algonquin Park,
while others import it from various parts of Canada and
northern United States.
Presently, much of the timber which is harvested within the
Pembroke area is shipped either unprocessed or semi-processed,
across Canada and the United States. Much of the woodland
surrounding the City is carefully managed and harvested under
the administration of Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources.
To achieve ultimate benefit from local timber supplies, the
Association of Forest Operators of Renfrew County is
promoting increased use of the industry’s wood processing by-product.
Algonquin Forestry Authority
84 Isabella Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 5S5
T. (613) 735-0173
“…the Ottawa Valley is wonderful. It has spectacular
scenery; it is picturesque; it has a great variety of
landscapes and a deeply rooted sense of history.”
Robert Bateman, Canadian wildlife artist
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Agriculture
The agricultural base in the region surrounding the City of
Pembroke consists mainly of cattle and dairy farming, with
limited hog and grain activity.
Following industry trends, consistent throughout Ontario over
the past two decades, total farm numbers across the region
have declined while average farm sizes in terms of acreage,
sales and assets continue to rise.
Pembroke benefits from the fact that the dairy industry has
continually maintained the most stable position with the local
agricultural sector. Milk is collected from area producers and
processed into a variety of dairy products for distribution to
consumers throughout the Ottawa Valley.
Several market gardens operate from farms adjacent to the City,
offering local residents a wide variety of freshly picked fruit
and vegetables as well as ‘pick-your-own’ crops throughout
the summer growing season. A thriving Farmers’ Market is
held in downtown Pembroke twice a week from mid-May until
Thanksgiving, bringing fresh local produce to the community.
Minerals
The Pembroke-Renfrew region is part of the Grenville Province
of the Canadian Shield. It is characterized by a unique geology,
favourable not only to the occurrence of deposits of uranium,
base metals (chiefly lead and zinc), but also copper, molybdenum
and iron, industrial minerals and rocks (dolomite, marble,
graphite, and abrasive materials), and construction aggregates
(sand and gravel).
The largest deposit of dolomite ore in North America is located
near Haley, 25 miles east of Pembroke. These deposits are
presently being worked by Timminco Ltd. using the Pidgeion
process to extract high purity magnesium metal. As a result,
several fabricating industries have been established within
the region using this ready supply of mineral resources.
Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
31 Riverside Drive
Pembroke, ON K8A 6X4
T. (613) 732-3661
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UTILITIES
Broad Bandwidth and High Speed Internet
Pembroke is a “smart community”, with a fully redundant fibre
optic ring around the City with frame relay services and an
asynchronous transfer mode over sonet ring. Several telcos
offer business services and solutions in Pembroke including
Bell and ATT. There are also several local Internet Service
Providers offering high speed internet access including:
www.bell.ca
www.nrtco.net
www.webhart.net
www.renc.igs.net
www.uniserve.com
Electricity
With the recent restructuring of hydro utilities across Ontario,
several utilities have amalgamated to form the Ottawa River
Power Corporation. ORPC is primarily responsible for the distribution of electricity, while its sister company, Ottawa River Energy
Solutions (ORES), handles related competitive services.
Ottawa River Power Corporation
283 Pembroke Street West
Pembroke, ON K8A 6Y6
T. (613) 732-3687
www.orpowercorp.com
Residential Service – Much Lower Rates Than Hydro One!
Residential
$12.54/month
30% lower than
Hydro One!
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General Service
$25.82/month < 50 KW
64% lower than
Hydro One!
General Service
$315.80/month > 50 KW
62% lower than
Hydro One!
Commodity
$0.047 for the first 750 kWhr/month
$0.055 for the remaining balance/month
Service Charge
Residential
$0.0096/kWhr
General Service
$0.0055/Kwh<50KW
$1.3491/Kwh >50 KW
Wholesale Market Service Rate
$0.0062/Kwh
Distribution Volumetric Rate
Transmission Charges
Transmission Connection Service
Residential
$0.0050/Kwh
General Service
$0.0045/Kwh<50 KW
General Service
$1.7882/KW>50 KW
Debt Retirement Charge
Pembroke
$0.0049/Kwh
Almonte
$0.0042/Kwh
Beachburg
$0.007/Kwh
Killaloe
$0.007/Kwh
SSS Administration Fee
$0.25/month
Ottawa River Energy Solutions supplies rental water heaters:
40 gallon
$5.50 per month
60 gallon
$6.50 per month
www.orenergysolutions.com
The very first street lights in Canada cast their glow down
Pembroke Street on October 8, 1884. Discover more at the
Pembroke Hydro Electric Museum, which commemorates
the history of hydro electric power in the Ottawa Valley, and
is located at 283 Pembroke Street West.
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Fuel Oil
Several national oil companies maintain large volumes of fuel oil,
both heating and diesel, in bulk storage tanks within Pembroke.
Transported via an interprovincial pipeline network, it ensures
residents an unlimited supply of fuel from Canada’s rich crude
oil reserves.
Ultramar
R.R. 1
Pembroke, ON K8A 6W2
(613) 638-2564
B & J Dunbar Petroleum
520 River Road
Pembroke, ON K8A 1A1
(613) 732-8988
MacEwen Petroleum Inc.
P.O. Box 564
680 River Road
Pembroke, ON K8A 6X7
(613) 735-0597
Petro-Canada
622 River Road
Pembroke, ON K8A 1A1
(613) 732-4881
Ultramar Canada Inc.
620 River Road
Pembroke, ON K8A 1A1
613) 732-2462
W.O. Stinson and Son Ltd.
294 Mackay Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 1C5
(613) 732-7400
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Natural Gas
Pembroke’s ample supply of natural gas is provided by Enbridge
Consumers Gas which maintains personnel and equipment on
call, fulfilling the domestic, commercial and industrial needs of
the region. Enbridge is an integral link within the pipeline network connecting Ontario to the oil and gas supplies of
western Canada.
Enbridge Consumers Gas
400 Coventry Road
Ottawa, ON K1K 2C7
1-800-267-3616
www.egd.enbridge.com
Commercial & Industrial Rates
September 2005
Customer Charge per month (per meter)
$22.00
Delivery Charge
First 500
Usage per month ¢/m
13.8839 ¢/m3
Next 1,050
11.8715 ¢/m3
Next 4,500
10.4628 ¢/m3
Next 7,000
9.5573 ¢/m3
Next 15,250
9.1548 ¢/m3
Over 28,300
9.0542 ¢/m3
System Sales Gas Supply Charge
35.4347
(if applicable*)
*Note: The Gas Supply Charge is applicable if the customer purchases its natural
gas requirement from Enbridge Gas Distribution (system sales), or is under a buy/sell
program (buy/sell sales).
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Water
The Pembroke Water Purification Plant (WPP) is located on the
shores of the Ottawa River located in the City of Pembroke.
The plant was built in 1984 with an approved capacity of
32,368 m3/day and maintains a water distribution system
encompassing 55 miles of watermains. The plant is capable of
purifying 8.0 MIGD of raw water which is readily obtained from
the Ottawa River. The Pembroke plant and distribution system
serves approximately 4800 residential units in the City of
Pembroke and 150 units in Laurentian Valley Township, as well as
industrial and commercial developments in both municipalities.
Pressure within the system ranges from 95psi at the plant to
35psi in the vicinity of the elevated storage tank located in the
southeast section of the City.
Additional water supply is available by means of the Quarry Road
reservoir located near TransCan Corporate Park. At present the
plant produces 17,624 cubic metres per day uncommitted or 48%
available, producing water of the highest quality which meets all
of Ontario’s Ministry of the Environment guidelines for drinking
water supplies for a Class III plant. A modern well-equipped
laboratory and a stringent program of quality control are part
of the plant’s day-to-day operation.
Design Capacity
8.0 Million Imperial Gallons per day
240 Million Imperial Gallons per month
Storage
Main Plant:
Bell Street Elevated Tank:
Quarry Rd. Reservoir:
Total:
Max 1.75 MIG
Max 0.5 MIG
Max 1.0 MIG
Max 3.25 MIG
Annual Residential Water and Sewage Rates (2005)
Water
Sewer
Single Unit
$211
$194
Second Unit
$171
$150
Each additional
$113
$107
*slightly more than $1 a day
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Total
$405
$321
$220
Metered Water Rates (2003)
First 30,000 gal./quarter =
From 30,001 to 300,000 gal/quarter =
Greater than 300,000 gal/quarter=
$2.74/1000 gal.
$2.18/1000 gal.
$1.72/1000 gal.
Meter Size
Service Charge
1 and under
$ 93.50
1.25
157.00
1.5
188.00
2
390.00
3
470.00
4
546.00
6
937.00
Sewage Capital and Service Rates=124% of metered water rate.
Pembroke Water Purification Plant
1 Riverside Drive
Pembroke, ON K8A 5K9
T. (613) 735-6821 ext. 1491
www.pembroke.ca
Pollution Control
The Pollution Control Centre has the capacity to allow a flow of
22,700 cubic metres per day. This would enable the City to serve
a population of 21,000 plus related industries. At present, our
uncommitted hydraulic reserve capacity is 7,940 cubic metres
per day or 35% available. Sewage flow consists of approximately
70% domestic, 20% commercial and 10% industrial.
The plant operation criteria meets the guidelines set by the Ontario
Ministry of Environment for a Class III Certification. Digested sludge
is dewatered by a belt filter press; the filtered cake is then
utilized as fertilizer on suitable area farms. The by-product of such
digester operation is methane gas which is used to heat the
digester to 95° F and heat the buildings.
All laboratory analysis is preformed by professionally trained and
certified staff.
Pembroke Waste Water Treatment Plant
P.O. Box 277
Pembroke, ON K8A 6X3
T. (613) 735-6821 ext.1492
www.pembroke.ca
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TRADE & COMMERCE
Local Retail
The City of Pembroke and surrounding area has
a central market population of approximately
73,000 within a 40km/25 mi. radius. Over the past
five years, the retail sector of the local economy
has grown tremendously, as Pembroke’s position
as the largest service centre between Ottawa and
North Bay has been solidly established.
Data from the Financial Post Data Group indicates
that retail sales in Pembroke have been improving by leaps and bounds.
Year
1998
2001
2002
2003
2004
Retail Sales
$158,710,000
$316,540,000
$371,230,000
$507,790,000
$534,160,000
(+/-) % National avg
-16%
+43%
+54%
+101%
+128%
As well as a marked increase in the number of national franchise
retailers choosing to locate in Pembroke, several “big box” retailers have also located here, increasing the size of the retail cluster,
and drawing even more shoppers from outside of the immediate
area on a regular basis.
Local Industry
Pembroke’s state-of-the-art telecommunications network,
proximity to the national capital region, and location along
the Trans Canada Highway have established the City as the
commercial service hub for business and industry throughout
the Ottawa Valley. Pembroke’s sustained growth in construction
permit values directly reflects strategic development plans being
successfully implemented in both the public and private sector.
From a world class nuclear research laboratory at Chalk River,
totraditional, resource based manufacturers and innovative
technology spin-offs, Pembroke’s industrial sector benefits
from a stable workforce with an average turn-over rate of
less than 5%, substantially lower than the national average.
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Municipality
Population
km
miles
14,398
14.0
8.0
Twp. Brudenell, Lyndoch & Raglan
1565
40.0
25.0
Twp. North Algona Wilberforce
2729
10.0
6.0
Twp. Admaston Bromley
2834
18.0
11.0
Twp. Horton
2567
40.0
25.0
Twp. Killaloe, Hagerty & Richards
2492
40.0
25.0
Mun. Bonnechere Valley
3591
31.0
19.0
Town of Deep River
4135
41.0
25.5
Town of Laurentian Hills
2750
35.0
22.0
Twp. Whitewater Region
6520
26.0
16.0
Twp. Madawaska Valley
4406
45.0
30.0
14,500
0.0
0.0
Twp. Laurentian Valley
8843
1.0
0.6
Allumette Island Quebec
1400
8.0
5.0
Town of Petawawa
City of Pembroke
Total Pembroke Agglomerated
25,123
Total Central Market Area
72,427
Major Employers
Local Industry
CFB Petawawa
(4400 military 650 civilian)
Canadian Nuclear Laboratory
Renfrew Cty. Board of Education
Pembroke Regional Hospital
Commonwealth Plywood
KI Pembroke
OLS Pembroke
ATC panels
Herb Shaw & Sons
Superior Electric
Product
# Employees
Armed Forces Base
5050
Research & Development
1939
Public Schools
1200
Regional Health Services
750
Veneer, Plywood
180
Steel Office Furniture
250
Customer Lifecycle Solutions 305
Medium Density Fibreboard 119
Lumber, Poles, Pilings
75
Heating & Cooking Equipment 50
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Trading Zone
Pembroke’s manufacturing sector benefits a great deal from its
direct access to Canada’s major domestic trading market. The
combined Quebec and Ontario population of 19.5 million
accounts for 62% of the country’s total population. The large,
prosperous American market to the immediate south plays a vital
role in the export and consumption of locally produced goods.
Border crossings to the United States are within a three hour
drive of Pembroke, and New York City is actually closer to
Pembroke than it is to Toronto.
The growth and scope of goods shipped is a direct indication of
the diversity and ingenuity of Pembroke’s labour force and
investors. Leading commodities shipped include fabricated
wood, paper, metal and textile products. Pembroke’s network of
transportation and communications services allows for the costefficient distribution and promotion of the manufactured goods
produced, most of which are bound for areas throughout
Ontario, eastern Quebec, and north eastern U.S.A. The services of
Canada Customs are available through Ottawa International
Airport with automated services available to expedite the import
and export of manufactured goods.
Central Market Area
45 km (25 mile) Radius
Around Pembroke
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“All the pieces came together perfectly when we chose
Pembroke as our next site!”
— Terry Williams,
Comptroller, KI
Zoning and Planning
New policies for future planning and development of industrial
land are established within the Official Plan of the City of Pembroke.
The Official Plan sets forth general guidelines for organized
development over the next 20 years. While minimizing conflict
between existing and future land use activities, such long term
municipal planning has resulted in the provision of more adequate
service through more economical means.
Today, both manufacturers and service-oriented developers
continually choose to establish within Pembroke mainly because
of the availability of inexpensive industrial land, which is priced
substantially lower than similar real estate in larger urban
communities.
There are currently two major sites designated for industrial
activity within Pembroke: McCool Business Park and TransCan
Corporate Park.
Available Permits:
• Building
• Sign
• Facility
• Hawkers and Peddlars
• Event
• Zoning
• Official Plan Amendment
• Minor Variance
• Consent Application
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City of Pembroke Industrial Lands
McCool Business Park
Established in 1971 on 167 acres of land and located on one of
the major transportation arteries, McCool Business Park has been
chosen by various industries and services to the mutual benefit
of both the businesses and the community. The philosophy
governing this park is simple: small businesses don’t require
large properties. Frontages can be purchased from 60 feet
upwards for less than half the price of a city building lot.
Location
Paul Martin Drive and D’Youville,
just off Trans Canada Highway 17.
Owner
Corporation of the
City of Pembroke
Zoning
General Industrial Zone (M1)
Acreage
Total acreage zoned: 167
Acreage Occupied (approx.): 155
Acreage Available (approx.): 12.23
Land Cost and Fees
Cost: $10,000 per acre (lots are configurable)
Existing Services: $156.45 per linear foot frontage
Services:
• Sanitary Sewer
• Storm Drain: open ditch
• Water and Hydro
• Paved Street
• Gas
• Fire Hydrants
• Street Lighting
• Cable
• Bell
Fibre optic cable available through Ottawa River Energy Solutions
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TransCan Corporate Park
Phase one of TransCan Corporate Park is ready for further
occupancy. This prime piece of property features approximately
100 acres, many with highway exposure to Trans Canada
Highway 17, as well as roads, utilities and services.
Location
Intersection of Trans Canada Hwy. 17 & Highway 41
Owner
Corporation of the City of Pembroke
Zoning
Business Park Zone (M2)
Acreage
Total acreage zoned: 130
Acreage occupied (approx.): 30
Acreage available (approx.): 100
Land Costs and Fees
$10,000 per acre (lots are configurable)
Existing services: $135.00 per linear metre frontage
Services
• Sanitary Sewer
• Storm Drain: open ditch
• Fire Hydrants
• Gas
• Street Lighting
• Water and Hydro • Cable
• Paved Street
• Bell
Fibre optic cable available through Ottawa River Energy Solutions
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PEMBROKE PLUS!
We’re here to help you succeed in business!
The City of Pembroke has been aggressively pursuing
new investment into the community, while at the same
time, ensuring that existing businesses have the
tools they need to succeed. The professional,
supportive staff at City hall is ready to help you
with your plans by responding quickly to your
business needs.
Low Commercial Property Prices
Fully serviced and appropriately zoned industrial land is
available through the City of Pembroke. Lot configurations are flexible, prices very competitive, and it is often possible to customize
industrial and commercial space to suit your specific needs.
Downtown Façade Improvement Program
Does your downtown building need a facelift? We can help
you restore the façade to its “glory days”. The City has designed
a program that will provide a grant for up to $5000 to help
qualified business make their storefronts more attractive and
in keeping with the original historic look of our downtown.
Official Tourist Designation
The City of Pembroke has passed a by-law that designates the
community as a Tourist Area. This is great news, especially for
retailers, or any other business that would like to remain open on
statutory holidays to take advantage of increased tourist traffic.
Business Retention and Expansion
We believe that if a community wishes to thrive, and not just survive,
then local businesses must help to determine the economic agenda.
The BR&E program is based on that premise and engages the local
business community in a meaningful way to ensure that their voices
are heard and their issues addressed quickly.
For details on any of these programs, contact:
City of Pembroke
Department of Economic Development, Recreation and Tourism
P.O. Box 277
Pembroke, ON K8A 6X3
T. (613) 735-6821 ext. 1501
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RETAIL SITE SELECTION
Pembroke’s retail sales are +128 % over the national
average and a very strong retail cluster has been
growing for the past five years. It has a retail pull
factor that is 5 times greater than other surrounding
regions, and below average consumer leakage. If you’re
planning to establish a retail or service business, Pembroke
is the place to begin. Unique specialty shops are particularly
suitable to the historic downtown area, and the façade improvement program can be used to put your best foot forward!
Why is Pembroke retail so successful?
• Several major tourist attractions located within 50 miles,
including Algonquin Park, White Water Rafting, National
Capital Region, Storyland, Logos Land, Bonnechere Park,
Bonnechere Caves, and Enchanted Gardens.
• Great location along Trans Canada Highway 17, and provincial
highways #41, #60, and #148. Metro Ottawa with a population
of 1.6 million is just an hour and a half drive east of Pembroke,
while North Bay is 2 hours west.
• CFB Petawawa, one of Canada’s largest armed forces base is
just 10 km west of Pembroke and is one of the area’s largest
employers.
• Algonquin College is located in Pembroke, and offers a diverse
range of both full and part time courses to over 600 students.
• Numerous fairs, events, art shows, and sporting tournaments
are held throughout the Ottawa Valley, drawing thousands of
visitors to the area.
• Several downtown buildings are of historic significance, and
particularly suitable for retail enterprises.
• The recently developed Waterfront Park adjacent to downtown draws hundreds of families during the summer months
with free entertainment at the amphitheatre, children’s playground, and walking trails.
• Highway signage is available along Highway 17, while the
City provides additional promotional opportunities through
its tourism guide book and on-line directory.
The City of Pembroke’s Department of Economic Development,
Recreation and Tourism works closely with every new business
to ensure that it enjoys a smooth transition into the community.
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LABOUR FORCE
The City of Pembroke and its urban fringe is the largest community in
Renfrew County. The Census Agglomeration of Pembroke includes:
City of Pembroke, Laurentian Valley Township and Allumette Island
(in Quebec)
Agglomerated Population (2006 FPDG):
Agglomerated Population (2005 estimate):
City of Pembroke only:
Central Market area (within 40 km/25 mi):
23,819
25,300
14,500
72,400
Mother Tongue
Pembroke residents, primarily of British origin, are complimented
by peoples of mostly French and German backgrounds. The
remainder of the population completes Pembroke’s cultural
mosaic: Polish, Scottish, Greek, Irish, Chinese, Indian, and Italian.
English
89%
French
7%
Other
4%
Language Skills
Fluent English (read, write, speak)
Fluent French (read, write, speak)
86%
14%
Ethnic Origin
British
French
German
All other
55%
21%
19%
4%
Education 2003 Estimates:
Population 15 years+
Less than grade 9
Grades 9-13 w/o cert
Grades 9-13 with cert.
Trade Cert./Dip
College or equiv.
University or equiv.
Labour Force (Agglomerated Pembroke)
(population over 15 yrs who worked since 2000)
Male:
Female:
Total:
Unemployment Rate (HRDC 03):
Employee Turnover Rate:
22
20,600
2,958
5,502
3,391
913
4,988
3,950
6,290
5,515
11,910
8.2%
4.7%
Wage Considerations
Average salaries within the Pembroke area tend to be 10 to 20%
lower than those in other parts of Ontario. However a lower cost
of living rate, including transportation and real estate, means that
employees enjoy an increased disposable income. As a result, the
availability of an inexpensive labour resource is a key factor in
attracting new development to the City.
Income Trends
1. Avg. Household Income
Avg. Family Income
Per Capita Income
$50,904
$58,917
$20,873
2. Disposable Income per Hhld.
Discretionary (less food & shelter)
$38,181
$11,524
3. Size of Various Income Groups:
Income Class
Under $5000
$5000 -$10,000
$10,000 - $15,000
$15,000 - $25,000
$25,000 - $40,000
$40,000 - $50,000
$50,000 +
Total Returns
2001
2390
2690
3120
4110
4470
1820
2520
19,290
% Total
11.33
12.75
14.79
19.49
21.19
8.63
11.95
Average hourly wage in manufacturing sector between $11.00 and $15.00 per hour
plus benefits.
Organized union participation in Pembroke is very low.
In a recent survey of local industry, the owners and managers all
commented on the quality of the labour force in Pembroke…
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•
•
•
•
Very little absenteeism
Very low (<5%) turnover rate
Well educated
Computer literate
Loyal
The labour force in Pembroke is exceptional!
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MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT
Key Contacts
Mayor’s Office
Chief Administrative Officer
Treasurer and Deputy Clerk
Chief of Police
Fire Chief
ext. 1399
ext. 1300
ext. 1328
ext. 2222
ext. 1200
Departments
Building Department
ext. 1331
Economic Development,
Recreation and Tourism Department
Finance Department
Human Resources and Purchasing Department
Planning Department
Public Works Department
Water Purification Plant
Pollution Control Plant
ext. 1501
ext. 1328
ext. 1401
ext. 1301
ext. 1409
ext. 1491
ext. 1492
www.pembroke.ca
One call does it all!
735-6821
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Tax Base
As in all municipalities throughout Ontario, the majority of operating finances collected by the City of Pembroke are dependent
upon the annual taxes levied on its property owners. These funds
are applied towards the administration of all City departments for
the provision of essential services, including:
•
•
•
•
•
Police and fire protection
Road maintenance
Sewage and drainage
Parks and recreation
Public education
Pembroke enjoys an excellent credit rating!
2005 Municipal Tax Base ($)
Residential
Multi-residential
Commercial
Industrial
$441,445,125
41,652,620
116,503,005
10,832,490
2004 Tax Revenues
Residential taxes
Multi-residential taxes
Commercial taxes
Industrial taxes
$6,930,914
1,219,649
3,554,922
714,558
Average Municipal Tax Rates (2004)
Residential tax (per $120,000 assessment)
Residential tax rate
Multi-residential tax rate
Commercial tax rate
Industrial tax rate
$2,239.26
.01866051
.03224145
.05348200
.09683595
Net Debt Per Capita (2004)
Total Debt
Per Capita
$5,310,400
402.94
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2004 Financial Information
Revenue
($000)
%
Taxes - City Purposes
- School Purposes
11,636
4,368
39
14.6
Grants in lieu of taxation
377
1.3
Waste Management Fees
1,968
6.6
Government Transfers
Federal
Provincial
Other Municipalities
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3,856
91
0.1
12.9
0.3
User Charges
5,824
19.5
Investment Income
767
2.6
Interest on taxes
343
1.1
GST Revenue
321
1.1
Other
296
1.0
3,967
13.3
Expenses
$000
%
School Board Transfers
4,368
14.6
General Government
1,611
5.4
Protection to persons and property
5,539
18.5
Transportation
2,411
8.1
Environmental
4,556
15.3
Health Services
974
3.3
24,272
14.3
2,268
7.6
428
1.4
Transfers to capital
1,277
4.3
Transfers to reserves
1,259
4.2
804
2.7
99
0.3
29,867
100
Total Revenue
Social and Family Services
Recreation and cultural services
Planning and development
Debt principal repayment
Accumulated surplus/deficit
Total
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THE HEART OF THE
OTTAWA VALLEY
WHEN YOU WORK HERE, YOU BETTER BE READY TO PLAY!
Regional Centre
Pembroke is located in the heart of Renfrew County, and welcomes
over one million visitors annually. While the majority of this traffic
is during the summer months, there is now active promotion of
the Ottawa Valley as a four season destination for business and
pleasure. Throughout the year, Pembroke plays a key role as the
largest commercial service centre between Ottawa and North Bay,
drawing from a regional population of over 100,000 which
depends on the City for shopping, entertainment, financial, legal,
educational, social and health care services.
Shopping and Services
There is a wide selection of retail outlets and quality
commercial services available in Pembroke. Two shopping
malls and a traditional downtown shopping area satisfy the
needs of the region as well as the local residents. A recent
study conducted by the Economic Development Department
found that consumer leakage (dollars spent on goods and
services outside of the community) has dropped to its lowest in
over 30 years. On average, it is less than 8% for most department
store type merchandise. This information has helped to nurture
further retail clustering, and an even wider variety of stores.
Retail sales in 2004 were 128% above the national average
which creates a great entrepreneurial opportunity for unique
speciality shops to locate in Pembroke’s downtown and take
advantage of the consumers now coming to Pembroke to shop.
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Culture and Recreation
Pembroke is a four season community with a wealth of activities
for young and old alike. Each autumn the woods around the city
are ablaze with colour, and nature lovers are attracted by the
clean, crisp air and the many protected outdoor recreation areas
with walking and hiking trails, home to a wide variety of plants
and animals. Our snowy winters are seen as an opportunity to
participate in one or more of the many winter sports. Ice fishing,
snowmobiling, cross country and downhill skiing, hockey and
figure skating are all locally enjoyed activities.
During the spring and summer, the Waterfront serves as the
focal point for a variety of regattas, fishing derbies, festivals and
celebrations. A Boardwalk, picnic gazebos, and a walking trail
along the river’s edge continually draw people to the river. Free
nightly entertainment is offered throughout July and August at
the Amphitheatre. Riverside Park is also full of summer activities,
including softball, tennis, soccer, swimming, and mini-golf. The
annual Old Time Step Dancing and Fiddling Competition is held
here every Labour Day weekend, drawing thousands of people
to enjoy the performers.
Competition world-class white water rafting is just half an hour
away and attracts tens of thousands of rafters every summer.
There are also several area golf courses that offer both
challenging play and stunning scenery.
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Heritage Murals
Downtown Pembroke is home to one of Canada’s largest outdoor art galleries, with 28 full scale murals painted on the walls
of historic buildings. The murals vividly depict the rich history of
Pembroke and area, from the first settlers, to the logging era,
and through to the first new born child of 2000.
Music, Drama and Dance
Festival Hall is a 600 seat auditorium with a fixed stage, lighting,
sound system, dressing rooms that hosts many musical and
dramatic events throughout the year. The Pembroke Musical
Society and Pembroke Little Theatre ensure that there’s always
live theatre for an audience to enjoy, while the annual Kiwanis
Music Festival encourages young musicians from all over
Renfrew County. Several dance schools offer lessons from jazz
to ballet to tap and step for performers of all ages.
Communities in Bloom
Pembroke has participated in this national civic pride and
beautification program since 1999. In 2001, it won in its population category at the provincial level, and earned the right to
call itself “the prettiest little city in Ontario”. Pembroke has also
received honourable mentions from the provincial and national
judges for community involvement, industrial clean up and
environmental awareness, and in 2003 it won five blooms at
the national competition level!
HockeyTown Canada
Pembroke has a rich history with hockey, and is proud to be
known as HockeyTown Canada. Each year Pembroke hosts the
Silver Stick Hockey tournament, the largest in north eastern
North America at the Pembroke Memorial Centre, an indoor
arena and convention facility in downtown Pembroke.
Sports Facilities
Pembroke has several indoor, four season facilities, including:
two public skating and hockey arenas; community swimming
pool; fitness centres; squash and racquet ball courts; and
outdoor tennis courts
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Accommodations
The hospitality sector features a variety of hotel, motel, and bed
and breakfast accommodation. Pembroke has approximately
550 rooms available, offering visitors a wide choice of quality,
location and service. There is also seasonal overnight tent and
trailer camping in beautiful Riverside Park.
To reserve camp sites, call 735-6821 ext. 1504
Ottawa River
The jewel in our backyard is the magnificent Ottawa River. Sport
fishing, white water rafting, kayaking, and leisure boating on a
beautiful, clean river that remains relatively undiscovered continues
to entice our visitors to stay a little longer and enjoy our good
nature! The Temiskawa Waterway extends over 500 km, allowing
boaters to navigate from Fitzroy Harbour near Arnprior to New
Liskeard in northern Ontario using trailers equipped with hydraulic
lifts to transport boats over dams and around rapids. Boaters can
enjoy stunning scenery, unspoiled beaches, secluded coves and
charming towns and villages along this historic route that led the
voyageurs of yesteryear into the heart of Canada.
For more information, call 1-866-224-5244
www.ottawariverwaterway.com
Pembroke Marina
The Pembroke Marina, conveniently located in downtown
Pembroke, has mooring facilities for up to 135 boats and
operates daily throughout the summer season. Excellent
launching facilities, washrooms, showers, laundry, charts,
gas, safe parking and a canteen are all available.
For reservations or booking services, call 735-6821 ext. 1505
Culture & Recreation
Pembroke is a four season community with a wide variety of
indoor and outdoor activities catering to all age groups.
Fall and Winter
Each autumn the woods around the city are ablaze with colour,
and nature lovers are attracted by the clean, cool air and the
many protected outdoor recreation areas with walking and
hiking trails which are host to a colourful variety of bird and
animal species.
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Our snowy winters are seen as an opportunity to participate in
one or more of the many winter sports. Ice fishing, snowmobiling,
cross country and downhill skiing, hockey and figure skating are
all locally enjoyed activities.
Spring and Summer
Throughout spring and summer The Waterfront serves as a focal
point for a variety of festivals, fishing derbies, and celebrations.
Free nightly entertainment at the Amphitheatre, strolling the
Boardwalk, enjoying the children’s playground, or relaxing on
one of the many benches are just some of the reasons this has
become Pembroke’s “people place”. Popular summertime city
activities include fiddling and step dancing competitions,
softball, tennis, soccer, skateboarding, swimming, mini-golf,
biking and bird watching.
Many classes are offered by the City of Pembroke Recreation
Department, as well as organized league sports for all age groups.
City of Pembroke Recreation Department
(613) 735-6821 ext. 1501
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QUALITY
OF
LIFE
Education
Pre-School Day Care Centres and Nurseries
Wise Owl Day Care Centre – 735-2323
Children’s Garden Nursery School – 735-2259
Montessori Academy of Pembroke – 735-6866 ext. 2068
Elementary and Secondary Schools
Pembroke’s education system incorporates facilities
within four publicly funded school systems: the
Renfrew County District School Board, the Renfrew
County Catholic District School Board, the Conseil
scolaire du district catholique du Centre-Est de
L’Ontario, and Conseil des ecoles publiques de l’est
de l’Ontario.
Renfrew County District School Board
1270 Pembroke Street West
Pembroke, ON K8A 4G4
(613) 735-0151
Elementary
Secondary
• Champlain Discovery Public School • Fellowes High School
• Highview Public School
Alternative
• The Pembroke Alternative School
Renfrew County Catholic District School Board
499 Pembroke Street West
Pembroke, ON K8A 5P1
(613) 735-1031
Elementary
• Cathedral School
• Holy Name School
• Our Lady of Lourdes School
Alternative
• Bishop Smith Alternative School
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Secondary
• Bishop Smith High School
Conseil des Écoles Catholiques de Langues Françaises
du Centre Est de l’Ontario
4000 Labelle Avenue
Gloucester, ON K1J 1A1
(613) 744-2555
Elementary and Secondary
École élémentaire et secondaire Catholique Jeanne La Joie
Conseil des Écoles Publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario
2445 Boulevard St Laurent
Ottawa, ON K1G 6C3
(613) 742-8960
Elementary and Secondary
École élémentaire et secondaire l’Equinoxe
Post Secondary Education
Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley
315 Pembroke Street East
Pembroke, ON K8A 3K2
(613) 735-4700
www.algonquincollege.com/pembroke
Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley is home to some of the
most exhilarating college programs on earth. In addition to its
highly popular outdoor adventure programs, the campus also
offers full-time programs in the fields of business, health care
and community services. Programs include Practical Nursing,
Computer Systems Technician, Police Foundations, Early
Childhood Education and Motive Power Technician.
The Campus has been serving the Ottawa Valley since 1967 and
is well respected for its commitment to student success and its
friendly atmosphere which makes it a desirable place to study
and work. Students benefit from small class sizes and have
relatively easy access to their instructors.
The University of Ottawa also offers night classes through the
Pembroke Campus and the College partners with the University to
deliver the Bachelor of Science in Nursing collaborative program.
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Research and Development
Atomic Energy of Canada Limited
Chalk River Laboratories
Chalk River, ON K0J 1J0
(613) 584-8811, press 1 then ext. 4966 or 1-800-364-6989
www.aecl.ca
As one of our largest employers, Atomic Energy of
Canada Limited (AECL) retains more than 1,900
administrative, trades, technical and scientific staff at
its research and development site located approximately
40 km (25 miles) west of Pembroke.
Early work at AECL's Chalk River Laboratories
resulted in the successful design of the CANDU
nuclear reactor, which today supplies safe, clean
and cost-effective energy to homes and industries
in Canada, South America, Europe and Asia. Chalk River
Laboratories also makes significant contributions to
improving the quality of life for 70,000 people each
and every day around the world as the major supplier of
medical isotopes used in both the diagnosis and treatment of
life-threatening diseases. Customer focussed and quality driven,
AECL's Chalk River Laboratories develops innovative designs for
the electricity market as well as provides diversified high-tech
products and services to its customers at home and abroad.
Library Facilities
Pembroke Public Library
237 Victoria Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 4K5
(613) 732-8844
www.pembroke.library.on.ca
Algonquin College Resource Centre
315 Pembroke Street East
Pembroke, ON K8A 3K2
(613) 735-1553
www.algonquincollege.com
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Health
As the largest community between Ottawa and North Bay,
Pembroke is a regional service centre, with numerous health
care facilities to serve the public’s needs.
Pembroke Regional Hospital
705 Mackay Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 1G8
(613) 732-2811
www.pemreghos.org
The Pembroke Regional Hospital is the only hospital in
Pembroke, and provides a full range of health services to both
inpatient and ambulatory patients from Pembroke, Petawawa
and Renfrew County in the areas of General Medicine, Surgery,
Obstetrics, Paediatrics, over 60 Ambulatory Clinics (which
include visiting specialists from Ottawa), county-wide Mental
Health Services, and county-wide rehabilitation services.
In total, the Pembroke Regional Hospital has 165 beds;
46 Medical, 19 Surgical, 6 Intensive Care, 15 Acute Mental
Health, 15 Obstetric, 7 Paediatric, 15 Rehabilitation, 29 Complex
Continuing Care, and 13 Newborn. Also, since June 2000,
PRH has been under contract by the County of Renfrew to
operate all land ambulance services in the County of Renfrew.
In addition to these services, the Pembroke Regional Hospital
has partnered with the University of Ottawa Heart Institute on
the development of TELEHEALTH. PRH is also a member of an
affiliation agreement with the Children’s Hospital of Eastern
Ontario.
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Retirement Homes
There are five retirement residences in Pembroke, as well as
many private boarding homes.
Long Term Care Facilities
Two facilities with a total of 293 beds
Four short stay beds in nursing homes for respite Alzheimer’s
Care Facility
Social Services
Health and Wellness Support Groups & Organizations
Pembroke has a wide range of social service organizations to
meet the needs of the broader Upper Ottawa Valley region.
Offices for most of the major health and wellness organizations
in Ontario can be found in Pembroke, including:
With over 200 special interest groups, community service clubs,
and social service organizations in the Pembroke area, ensuring
that the diverse needs and interests of the whole community
are addressed.
There are also 21 churches or congregations representing
many different denominations and spiritual beliefs. Pembroke
is a tolerant, peaceful community; a well adjusted blend of
city and country, and a wonderful place to call home.
For further information concerning health system navigation
and integration, please contact:
Renfrew County Community Care Access Centre
(613) 732-7007
Safety
The City of Pembroke is protected by two protection forces:
The Pembroke Police and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).
Municipally administered, the Pembroke Police Service provides
24-hour security services.
The OPP are responsible for enforcing both federal and provincial
laws in the Pembroke district.
Historically, Pembroke’s crime rate has been low. Due to the
nature of Pembroke’s close knit business and residential
communities, Neighbourhood Watch, and Block Parent programs
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are found to be successful in augmenting the resources of the
local police system.
Pembroke Police Service
169 William Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 1N7
(613) 732-5769 ext. 2221 Fax: 732-2321
Ontario Provincial Police
1-888-310-1122
Court Facilities
Pembroke was established as the County Seat in 1864 and maintains that role today in the offices of the new historic Renfrew
County Court House.
The administration of Provincial Court Justice, Criminal, Family
and Youth Divisions, is carried out in facilities located within the
City of Pembroke.
Superior Court has the jurisdiction to sit in Pembroke should
the necessity arise. The nearest Supreme Court facilities are
located in Ottawa.
Pembroke Court Services
(Superior and Ontario Courts of Justice)
297 Pembroke Street East
Pembroke, ON K8A 3K2
(613) 732-8581
Ontario Provincial Offences Office
141 Lake Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 5N5
(613) 735-3482
The courthouse is being refurbished in 2005 and 2006.
The temporary address during the construction is as follows:
Pembroke Court Services
Ontario Court of Justice
(613) 732-8581
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Fire
The Pembroke Fire Department is composed of full time professional
and volunteer firefighters under the direction of the Fire Chief.
This composite Fire Department uses the latest technologies in
fire suppression and maintains a high standard of training that
meets or exceeds provincial standards.
The department has a proud history, which can be traced back
to the turn of the century when the Pembroke Fire Department
began. It has in its possession a 1924 Bickle fire truck which is
used for ceremonial parades and during other community events.
The department runs three public information programs:
Fire Prevention, Inspection and Public Fire Safety Education.
The goal is to decrease the incidences of uncontrolled fires
through public education.
Pembroke Fire Department
273 Victoria Street
Pembroke, ON K8A 4K5
(613) 735-6821 ext. 1201
Emergency Services: 911
The City of Pembroke participates in the 911 Emergency
Program, and residents calling 911 will receive prompt
attention to their calls which will then be directed to the
appropriate service provider for immediate attention.
Emergency Plan
The City of Pembroke approved its current Emergency Plan in
2004, and it is subject to reviews and testing on an annual basis.
The plan has been formulated to assign
responsibilities and to guide the immediate actions of key officials in the first
few hours after the onset of a general
emergency that abnormally affects the
property and the health, safety and
welfare of the community.
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Housing
From large, single family homes to condominium apartments,
duplexes and townhouses, Pembroke has affordable housing in
every possible architectural style and price range. Whether it’s a
Victorian mansion, a cottage overlooking the Ottawa River, or a
suburban bungalow, your family housing needs can be met by
any one of the six real estate brokerage firms active in Pembroke.
Average Ontario Prices for Detached Bungalow
(second quarter, 2005)
Brockville
Huntsville
Kingston
North Bay
Pembroke
Ottawa-Nepean
$150,000
$178,000
$168,000
$185,000
$120,000
$252,000
Source: Royal Lepage & Renfrew County Real Estate Board
Business Contacts
City of Pembroke
Economic Development, Recreation & Tourism
Public Works
Water Purification Plant
Waste Water Treatment Plant
Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce
Pembroke Downtown Development Commission
735-6821
ext. 1501
ext. 1401
ext. 1491
ext. 1492
735-1492
735-2667
County of Renfrew
Ottawa Valley Economic Development
Ottawa Valley Tourist Association
Renfrew County Community Futures
Development Corp.
735-0091
732-4364
735-3951
Regional Contacts
Ontario East Economic Development Commission 613-925-1498
Ministry of Economic Development & Trade
1-800-267-6592
www.pembroke.ca
www.pembroke.ca
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This profile has been produced by the City of Pembroke. While every effort has been made to
provide you with accurate information the Department of Economic Development, Recreation
and Tourism does not guarantee the accuracy of information in this publication. E.& O.E.