Wrenford at a glance

Welcome to Wrenford

Wrenford is a single-tier city in Southwestern Ontario. We sit along the Tamsin River and the Wrenford Falls, which gave us our nickname, "The City by the Falls." Founded in 1834 as a grist mill site, we were incorporated as a town in 1857 and became a city in 1951. Today, our municipality covers 108 square kilometres.

Population and Neighbourhoods

You are part of a community of 92,400 residents. The city is divided into six wards, each represented by one councillor. The mayor is elected at large to serve alongside them. You can find your local representative and ward-specific updates at your ward page. For a full list of our wards, visit Neighbourhoods.

Housing and Density

Wrenford offers a mix of housing options, from historic homes in the downtown grid to newer builds in the Wildrye and Northgate neighbourhoods. The city contains approximately 41,200 private dwellings. The average occupancy rate sits at 94 per cent, with a population density of roughly 856 people per square kilometre. The average household size is 2.4 persons.

Economy and Employment

You will find a strong local economy built on manufacturing, health care, education, and logistics. Our major employers include Wrenford General Hospital, Tamsin College, Benchmark Automotive Components, Tamsin Valley Dairy Co-operative, Northfield Logistics, and the City of Wrenford itself. The local unemployment rate stands at 5.8 per cent, and the median after-tax family income is $94,500. Learn more about local business support and growth at Economic Development.

Key Statistics

More Information

For historical timelines, detailed demographic reports, and interactive maps, visit Statistics, Maps, and Our history. If you need assistance navigating city services, call 519-555-0100 or visit Contact.