Economic and Tourism Development

Industry Development

(Includes Business Retention and Business Development)

• Markets regional advantages to attract investment and entrepreneurs
• Supports key sector trade missions
• Evaluates issues critical to Edmonton’s economic development
• Acts as an industry advocate and liaison
• Supports the growth and global competitiveness of key industries
• Attracts research and venture capital funding to develop and market products
• Attracts businesses to Greater Edmonton
• Assists new companies with site selection
• Connects businesses and build relationships
• Matches business opportunities with local and foreign companies
• Markets Edmonton’s business-friendly environment
• Targets opportunities for business development
• Provides community and lifestyle information vital to investment decisions

Business Environment

(Includes Productivity & Innovation and Workforce Development)

• Encourages business leadership and awareness related to improved processes, technologies and business models
• Promotes Edmonton’s role as a transportation centre for distribution, warehousing and logistics
• Develops an effective workforce for Edmonton business through public/private partnerships
• Forecasts Edmonton’s current and projected labour requirements
• Promotes economic and social benefits of a skilled and diverse workforce

View the Economic Development Structure (pdf)

Tourism

• Attract conferences, business travel, sports and cultural events
• Build global recognition
• In partnership with City of Edmonton, build Edmonton awareness
• Work to leverage greater international access to the region
• Promote regional festivals, cultural events and interesting things to see and do
• Visitor Information Centres

Film Production

• Location scouting assistance, script and budgeting breakdown
• Works in partnership with Alberta film and local producers and the City of Edmonton
• Ensure film-friendliness and cost effectiveness

View the Edmonton Tourism Structure (pdf)