A prestige industrial site comprising 99.5-acres of city-owned land. Strategically located adjacent to Highway 40, just 2-kilometres from Highway 402, and 8-kilometres from the Blue Water Bridge international border crossing. The site is located within a Foreign Trade Zone Point. With no associated development charges, the site is partially serviced, can be divided as needed, and is pre-zoned to accommodate a broad range of light industrial manufacturing, office and related uses.
The site partially surrounds the Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park and Canada’s largest cleantech incubator and neighbours Lambton College, the #2 ranked college in Canada for applied research.
As part of the City of Sarnia’s municipally owned industrial parks, this land is available for development.
Zoning
• BP2 –Business Park 2
Availability
• For Sale – To be negotiated
Industrial Park Size
• 51 acres total
Development Charges
There are no development charges for investments within the Sarnia Business & Research Park.
The Sarnia Business & Research Park is partially serviced to accommodated permitted uses. All utilities are in place along Wellington Street with some servicing extended elsewhere within the site. A servicing study has been completed that provides a framework for future servicing so that development may proceed in a coordinated and sustainable matter.
Electrical
Electrical services provided by Bluewater Power from an M27 feeder which is a 27.6 Kv distribution feeder connected to Modeland TS transmission station. Bluewater Power also has two other feeders in the vicinity (M23 and M28) that could provide a redundant supply at the 27.6 Kv level if required. A single phase 16KV line is located along Old London Road connecting to a 27.6Kv distribution feeder.
Water
Service provided by the City of Sarnia. There is a 450 mm water main along Wellington St. and running north to London Line. There is a 200 mm watermain fronting on the property along Old London Road. A 150 mm watermain extends along Alexi Drive to the property line.
Natural Gas
Service provided by Enbridge Gas. An existing 50 mm gas line runs along Wellington Street. A 250 mm high pressure gas line and a 150 mm gas line run along Highway 40 and may be extended to provided service throughout the site.
Sanitary
Service provided by the City of Sarnia. A sanitary pump station and 300 mm force main provide a sanitary outlet along Wellington St. A future sanitary sewer is planned along Research Park Drive to service development lands within Blocks 2 and 3, with a connection to the Wellington Street force main. A 200 mm sanitary sewer is located on Alexi Drive approximately 64 metres from the property line of Block 3. There is no existing sanitary sewer fronting on Block 3.
Stormwater
A storm sewer along Wellington Street connecting to existing drainage ditches service surface runoff.
The Sarnia Business & Research Park is ideally located adjacent to Highway 40 with immediate access via Wellington Street. The site provides quick access to Highway 402 (3 km) and the Canada/US border (8 km). Rail, ship, and air logistics opportunities are in near proximity to the site.
Industrial - Occupied (IT)
3.987439%
Industrial – Excess Land (IU)
2.899835%
Industrial – Vacant Lands (IX)
2.899835%
Large Industrial - Occupied (LT)
5.025676%
Large Industrial – Excess Land (LU)
3.842791%
The Sarnia Business & Research Park is optimally zoned to accommodate and permit a wide-variety of light industrial uses that are attractive to new industries and firms.
The site is zoned to permit non-noxious, non-offensive light industrial uses involving:
Additional uses include:
Sarnia-Lambton offers a strategic and cost-effective location for businesses looking to establish or expand operations. With a strong industrial foundation, world-class infrastructure, and access to a skilled workforce, our region provides a business-friendly environment designed for you to be successful.
Strategic Location & Market Access
Positioned on the Canada-U.S. border, Sarnia-Lambton offers unparalleled access to North American and international markets. With close proximity to major highways, rail lines, deep-water ports, and international border crossings, businesses benefit from seamless transportation and distribution networks.
Competitive Land Rates & Development Opportunities
Our industrial and business parks offer fully serviced land at highly competitive rates, making Sarnia-Lambton a cost-effective option for businesses seeking to expand. Whether you require greenfield development opportunities or move-in-ready facilities, our region provides flexible solutions tailored to your business needs.
Robust Infrastructure & Industry Support
Sarnia-Lambton is home to a well-developed industrial ecosystem, including advanced manufacturing, petrochemicals, and a growing bio-industrial sector. With access to reliable utilities, skilled labor, and research partnerships, businesses in our region gain a competitive edge.
Skilled & Available Workforce
Our workforce is diverse, experienced, and ready to meet the needs of modern industries. With strong educational institutions like Lambton College and research hubs supporting workforce development, businesses can access top talent across multiple sectors.
Our team is committed to assisting you throughout the site selection and investment process. We offer personalized support to help you find the right property, navigate development approvals, and connect with key industry partners. If you require additional information about specific properties, industrial sites, or unique opportunities not publicly listed, we are here to help.