central alberta region

Business is booming here

Be at the centre of it all. Sitting in the heart of one of North America's fastest growing regions, we are within two hours of over 2.4 million people and an hour's drive to either of Alberta's two major centres, Edmonton and Calgary.

From here you can efficiently serve regional, national and international markets. With access to markets by road, rail and air, your business can reach over 15 million people in Western Canada and the U.S. Pacific Northwest. 

Research from KPMG's 2010 Competitive Alternatives guide shows that Central Alberta's efficient transportation network provides a competitive edge for expanding businesses.

Population surge

The region has an immediate trade area of 275,000 in over 40 municipalities and the highest proportion of young adults within working age at 18.6% (Stats Can 2006). More population stats.

Doing business in Central Alberta

Canada is rated the #1 place to do business in the G7 for the next five years. Location, transportation and low operating costs - we've got it all. More on our business climate.

Living here

To keep the cost of living affordable, Alberta offers low personal tax rates and no provincial sales tax. More on cost of living.

Our publicly funded healthcare system provides universal access to first rate medical services. More on healthcare.

From one of Alberta's best sand beaches to the largest ski resort outside of the Rockies, life is good in Central Alberta. More on lifestyle and recreation.

Please contact us if you have any questions about our great region. We look forward to hearing from you.