About Canandaigua
Welcome to Canandaigua
On behalf of the City of Canandaigua, we thank you for the opportunity to introduce you to our community. Canandaigua is known as the chosen spot and after you review the enclosed materials and visit our City, we hope that you will agree we are the right place for your business.
The draw of our area can be found by looking around. Magnificent views, lush farmland, historic neighborhoods, a picturesque lake all add to the attraction of this City. But, the appeal goes beyond outside appearances, Canandaigua boasts a community spirit that is second to none. Award winning health care, schools recognized for excellence in academics, sports and arts, a community rich in family tradition, a strong and varied faith system and many cultural and recreational attractions all add up to the highest quality of life.
The business community is no different. Our major corporate citizens include Pactiv, Meridian, Photonics Center, Canandaigua Wine, FF Thompson, Messenger Post Newspapers and Canandaigua National Bank. They join numerous small businesses in industrial, manufacturing, service and retail. Together our business community enjoys a robust economy by servicing customers locally, regionally and abroad.
Our community offers five unique commerce districts and a variety of programs to help you locate your business here. We encourage you to visit the area, talk to the residents and visit other business owners so that you can learn fist hand why Canandaigua is the right place for your business.
Warmest Regards,
Mayor Ellen Polimeni
City of Canandaigua
James Wolfe
Board Chair, Canandaigua BID







