Build Your Business in St. Lawrence County
St. Lawrence County is a vibrant business community with rich natural resources, strategic location, motivated workforce and entrepreneurial spirit. The St. Lawrence County Industrial Development Agency, a public benefit corporation, is here to help new businesses navigate financing, real estate, the workforce, and make starting your business a reality.
108,410Residents
3Commercial Airports
14,000College Students
5Colleges & Universities
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Industries We Serve
Here are just a few of the business sectors thriving in St. Lawrence County with the support of the IDA.
Business Spotlight
“Working with the St. Lawrence County IDA has helped create the success we’ve had over the years. I look forward to working with the IDA in the future.”
Pat Curran, Owner, Curran Renewable Energy
“St. Lawrence County is very welcoming. Everybody here is your friend. Everybody knows everybody. It’s just a great place to live.”
Kimberly Russell, Owner of Russell’s Groom & Board
“I think the biggest success for the company overall is growing the company to 260 employees now…and we haven’t stopped growing.”
Marijean B. Remington, CHMM, CEO of Atlantic Testing Laboratories
“St. Lawrence County has a wealth of business resources like the St. Lawrence County IDA and the Dairy Business Infrastructure. We have a strong tradition of dairy cows in St. Lawrence County and it has been a great place to raise a family.”
Mark Akins, Owner of Five Mile Farm
Location Advantage
St. Lawrence County is situated on the St. Lawrence River and strategically located to provide access to the US and Canadian market!
Explore our Business Properties
The SLC IDA can help find the perfect property to get your business off the ground. Or are you looking to expand and take your business to the next level? Click here to search available properties or contact us for assistance from one of our property specialists.
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Catch-up on our latest news & announcements
October 10, 2023 Public Hearing for Air Products & Chemicals
A public hearing is scheduled for October 10th, 2023 beginning at 11:00 AM, local time, in-person at the Massena Town Hall, Room 30, 60 Main Street, Massena NY.
Read MoreBusiness Connections Event – A Spotlight on BOCES Tech Centers
Mark your calendars now! Join us for student-led tours of the three BOCES Tech Centers to learn how to connect with programs and services that will assist you with your workforce development needs.
Read MoreCongratulations to Eowyn Doud, Plant Manager at Arconic in Massena
Eowyn Doud, Plant Manager for Arconic in Massena, recently named a 2022 STEP Ahead Award honoree by the The Manufacturing Institute - MI, the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers - NAM
Read MoreReady to Grow your Business?
Top Talent, Global Access, Green Energy, Unparalleled R&D Capabilities. Find your competitive edge in St. Lawrence County.
