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Industrial Development

Driving Edmonton’s economic engine is its proximity to and connection with Alberta’s energy and natural resources.

As the major research, manufacturing, supply and service hub for northern Alberta, Edmonton is home to a diversified base of business and industry selling to and servicing Alberta’s massive oil sands and oil and gas sector as well as agriculture and forestry.

Located within the greater Edmonton area is Alberta’s Industrial Heartland (AIH), Canada’s largest chemical and hydrocarbon processing area.

Overall, Edmonton offers many sectors a very cost-competitive operating environment. The industrial service sectors and private sector supply chains are robust and growing. A critical mass of customers and competitors have created a growing vibrant regional economy.

The City of Edmonton’s strategic plans are in place to sustain the city’s physical environment and create a business climate where business and industry can flourish.

Opportunities for Industrial Development in Edmonton

Edmonton’s four designated industrial districts and the Edmonton Energy and Technology Park cater to a range of industrial and mixed-use enterprises. All districts are located along major transportation corridors and offer more than 7,000 gross hectares (more than 17,400 gross acres) of available vacant land.

An Industrial Services Team with the City of Edmonton coordinates and facilitates industrial investment and development. The team:

• assists developers, investors and realtors in finding the right location for industrial development investment opportunities. 
• assists in expansion and re-investment of existing Edmonton industrial companies.
• assists developers, owners and investors to understand the development process including zoning, subdivision, permitting, taxation and incentive programs.
• works with industry to improve business and application processes.
• works with other City departments to facilitate industrial development and investment.
• markets Edmonton as a destination for industrial development and investment.
  

For more information:

Ken Mamczasz, P.Eng.