Invest in Flagstaff
www.flagstaff.ab.ca
Table of Contents Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................................................................. 1 Welcome to Flagstaff ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Development Figures .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Property Tax Rates................................................................................................................................................................................. 3 Flagstaff Region Population Snapshot .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Overview of the Flagstaff Region .................................................................................................................................................... 4 Flagstaff County..................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Village of Alliance.................................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Village of Galahad ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Village of Forestburg............................................................................................................................................................................ 7 Village of Heisler.................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Village of Lougheed ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Village of Strome ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8 Town of Killam ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 9 Town of Hardisty.................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Town of Sedgewick.............................................................................................................................................................................10 Town of Daysland................................................................................................................................................................................10 Labour Market & Employment .......................................................................................................................................................11 Total Workforce Employed by Industry .......................................................................................................................................11 Education Levels..................................................................................................................................................................................12 Labour Costs .........................................................................................................................................................................................12 Salary Information by Industry.......................................................................................................................................................13 Major Employers......................................................................................................................................................................... 14 - 15 Trading Area................................................................................................................................................................................. 16 - 17 Transportation......................................................................................................................................................................................18 Appendices............................................................................................................................................................................................19 Business Advisory Services ..................................................................................................................................................... 20 - 21 Business Financing & Professional Services...............................................................................................................................22 Alternative Financing Programs ....................................................................................................................................................23 Professional Business Services............................................................................................................................................... 23 - 24 Business Learning Opportunities ..................................................................................................................................................24 Contact Information...........................................................................................................................................................................25
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Welcome to Flagstaff!
855
Daysland 13
36
Strome
Sedgewick
Killam
855
Fort McMurray
870
856
Lougheed 36
Heisler
869
881
13
Hardisty Forestburg 53
53
Edmonton
608
36
855
872
Galahad Alliance
Red Deer
602
Calgary
www.flagstaff.ab.ca
Strong agriculture, energy, and retail industry base. Residential and commercial lands ready to be developed. Affordable cost of living; own your own home! Small, friendly communities. Open spaces and scenic vistas – room for business, recreation, and families. Wealth of natural amenities and beauty within undeveloped river valley. Eastern Alberta Trade Corridor provides safe roads and well-developed infrastructure which links this region to Alberta’s abundant resources in the northeast, and the United States and Mexico to the south. Access to markets by road, rail, and a regional airport.
Welcome to the Flagstaff Region, located in East Central Alberta. Ten towns and villages within our Region create an area that boasts an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, friendly people, and a quiet rural lifestyle. There is room to grow or invest your business within the Flagstaff Region, with affordable commercial and industrial zoned lands that offer highway and rail access. With the expanding energy sector, an increased demand for housing creates new opportunities for single and multi-family housing development. The 10 communities offer well-established infrastructure and commercial buildings ready for your business opportunity. For those seeking to invest in an established business or return to rural living, turn-key business investment opportunities exist in the Flagstaff Region. The Region is within easy driving distance from major centres such as Camrose, Edmonton, and Red Deer. Whether it is connecting to Alberta’s abundant natural resources to the north or linking to major markets to the east, west, and south, the Flagstaff Region is within reach.
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Development Figures
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37
Commercial Starts (2014)
New Housing Starts (2014)
$350-400K
$29,872,497
Average Price of Residential Build (2013)
Commercial/Industrial Construction Value (2013)
$3,920,500
$272,300,657*
Residential Sales (2013)
Value of Development Permits (2011 - 2014)
* This figure includes substantial development with TransCanada
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425
# of Home-based Businesses
# of Commercial/Industrial Businesses
Property Tax Rates (2015)
10.6526 - 19.255 13.6209 - 39.8175 Towns and Villages Residential Total Property Tax Rate
Towns and Villages Commercial Total Property Tax Rate
8.1069
20.9094
Flagstaff County Residential Total Tax Rate
Flagstaff County Commercial/Industry Total Tax Rate
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Flagstaff Region Population Snapshot Population by Age & Gender
Population by Geographic Location Flagstaff County (Rural) Alliance Daysland Forestburg Galahad Hardisty Heisler Killam Lougheed Sedgewick Strome Total Towns & Villages Total Rural TOTAL POPULATION IN FLAGSTAFF REGION
3,244 174 807 831 119 639 151 981 273 857 228 5,060 3,244 8,304
75+ 70-74 65-69 60-64 55-59 50-54 45-49
Age
40-44 35-39 30-34 25-29 20-24 15-19 10-14 5-9 0-4
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
Source: Statistics Canada, Federal Census 2011
Overview of the Flagstaff Region Agriculture is the original cornerstone of industry within the Flagstaff Region and remains an important component to the area’s prosperity. However, the past several decades have witnessed significant economic diversification into the emerging energy industry and retail service sectors. A distinct regional advantage is the proximity to the “Hardisty Hub,” the central gathering point where the majority of Alberta’s oil production converges for transportation to North American energy markets. There has been an increase in the number of businesses in the Flagstaff Region to support the energy sector. These include businesses such as trucking services to move heavy equipment, heavy equipment repair services, and mobile welding services. Additionally, other businesses, such as construction companies for example, are diversifying their businesses to meet the needs of the energy industry. Approximately half of the residents in the Flagstaff Region are employed in agriculture and energy industry sectors.
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Flagstaff County | www.flagstaff.ab.ca Flagstaff County covers over 988,000 acres, and has an extremely rich and diverse landscape which is characterized by level to gently undulating topography throughout the majority of the municipality. Key industries in the county are agriculture and a growing energy sector. About 87 per cent (866,510 acres) of the County is under agriculture production. The main crops are wheat, canola, barley, peas, flax, oats, and rye. Livestock is an important secondary activity. Flagstaff County is part of the Battle River Economic region and is the second largest county on a farm receipts basis. Flagstaff County had farm receipts of $199 million at last census. The County ranked first for total crop acreage and sixth for the value of livestock. Many thriving businesses have strong roots tied to agriculture. Alongside the agriculture industry is the energy sector. Flagstaff County is located close to the South Athabasca Oil Sands area which has a projected production of over 3.4 million barrels of oil per day. Numerous opportunities exist due to our proximity to the “Hardisty Hub,â€? which is one of the major crude oil supply DFOUSFT JO /PSUI "NFSJDB BOE JT UIF TUBSUJOH QPJOU GPS FYQPSU QJQFMJOFT UP UIF 6OJUFE 4UBUFT The centre of Flagstaff County is at the junction of Highway 13 linking Saskatoon and Edmonton, and )JHIXBZ MJOLJOH 'PSU .D.VSSBZ XJUI UIF 64 CPSEFS DSPTTJOH BU $PVUUT 'MBHTUBò $PVOUZ JT MPDBUFE PO UIF High Load Corridor and is part of the Eastern Alberta Trade Corridor. A CPR railway runs through the County from Winnipeg to Edmonton, and Battle River Railway is a cooperative-owned short-line. The County’s property tax rates are very competitive. The average non-residential taxes on $100,000 assessment would be approximately $2,090. The average machinery and equipment taxes on $100,000 assessment would be approximately $1,726. As an indicator of commercial tax competitiveness, the differential between commercial and residential tax rates in the Flagstaff Region is on par with the Alberta average of 2.5. The Region offers affordable housing options, with an average house price of $156,820. When compared to the Central Alberta Region’s average of $310,769 or the provincial average of $379,730, house prices in the Region are some of the lowest in the province. A lower housing price makes it possible for most residents to own their own homes. Although the reported average household income for the Region is lower than the provincial average, when combined with a lower cost of living and affordable housing options, this leaves more disposable income in the hands of residents which supports a dynamic and vibrant retail and business services sector.
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Village of Alliance | www.villageofalliance.ca Situated just off Highway 36 on Secondary Highway 602, the Village of Alliance is a quaint, yet vibrant, community that perches atop the hills near the scenic Battle River Valley. This community has a long-standing economic base in agriculture and has been a major rail shipping point for grain to world markets. With the increase of oil and gas activity in the early 1990s, the energy industry has added substantially to the area’s economic diversity. This picturesque Village is ideal for families, retirees, artists, and tourists. Alliance boasts many retail service businesses on Main Street that provide products and services to the community and area. The Village is the starting point of the Battle River Railway. Should you be interested in bringing your business to Alliance, commercial and industrial sites, and commercial buildings are available. For those wishing to build their own home, Alliance has residential lots ready for development. There are opportunities for growth on commercial lands, with good access to Battle River Railway, located just adjacent to the Village. Contact the Village office at 780-879-3911 for more information. Village of Galahad | www.villageofgalahad.ca Situated just north of the beautiful Battle River Valley, the Village of Galahad is centred between Killam and Castor on Secondary Highway 861 and Highway 36. This community has its economic roots in agriculture. The Village exemplifies Alberta’s tradition of warmth and hospitality. Social, cultural, and recreational opportunities complement the many services available in Galahad. The Village is one of several municipalities in the province that operates its own natural gas service; thereby providing residents and businesses with competitive natural gas rates. Galahad is home to the Galahad Cable Society which provides high speed internet services to Village residents and businesses at inexpensive rates. Looking for a place to invest? Then consider the Village of Galahad where residential and commercial lots, and commercial buildings are available, as well as turn-key business opportunities for those seeking to purchase an established business. Contact the Village office at 780-583-3741 for more information.
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Village of Forestburg | www.forestburg.ca The Village of Forestburg is located at the junction of Highway 53 and Secondary Highway 856, along the Battle River Railway. The scenic Battle River Valley is only 20 km south and offers both a unique, natural setting and varied recreational opportunities. Agriculture, coal mining, and power generation form the basis of Forestburg's economy, along with increasing oil and gas activity. Forestburg has a healthy business sector that includes agri-business, trades, energy sector support services, healthcare, professional services, and a strong retail sector that provide products and services to Village residents and nearby communities. The Village is just 15 km northeast of the Diplomat Mine Interpretive Site, Canada’s only surface coal mining museum. The Village has seen steady residential and commercial development growth over the past few years. Additional opportunities for investment are available in Forestburg with fully serviced industrial lots with good access to Highway 53. Contact the Village office at 780-582-3668 for more information. Village of Heisler | www.villageofheisler.ca The Village of Heisler is situated on Secondary Highway 855 between Highways 13 and 53, along the Battle River Railway between Forestburg and Camrose. Although a small community, Heisler has a lot to offer; a sustainable industrial base, amenities for seniors, and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. Agriculture, retail, and energy sector support services make up the base of Heisler’s economy. This small, friendly community offers a good business mix that provides products and services to Village and area residents. Heisler is ideal for families, retirees, sport enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs. For those seeking to invest in an established business, turn-key business investment opportunities and commercial buildings are available. Heisler also has several residential lots, downtown commercial lots, and industrial lots for sale. Contact the Village office at 780-889-3774 for more information. Consider the Village of Heisler when looking for a place to invest. It is a great place to set up shop and put down roots.
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Village of Lougheed | www.villageoflougheed.com The Village of Lougheed is located on Highway 13 between Sedgewick and Hardisty, along the Canadian Pacific Railway. Lougheed has a longstanding economic base in agriculture and this remains a significant component of Lougheed’s economy along with a strong retail and energy sector support services. This growing community has a good mix of retail and agri-businesses offering products and services to Village and area residents. Lougheed is home of the Lougheed Hotel which is the Guinness Book of World Records holder of “most varieties of schnitzel commercially available.” Lougheed is also home to the largest population of ‘Mexican Mennonites’ in the Flagstaff Region. To accommodate this population as they deal with their new Canadian home, the citizens of Lougheed have initiated unique events and enterprises to ensure a smooth transition to their new chosen home. Lougheed has room to grow, both residential and commercial lots, commercial buildings, and business investment opportunities are available for development. Contact the Village office at 780-386-3970 for more information and discover all that Lougheed has to offer. Village of Strome | www.villageofstrome.com The Village of Strome is a small, but active community that provides services to Village and rural residents in the large surrounding farming area. Situated on Highway 13 between Killam and Daysland, along the Canadian Pacific Railway, Strome is a getaway from noisy urban life. Strome has a longstanding economic base in agriculture and retail industries. The Village boasts many retail service businesses which provide products and services to the community and area. Strome is the home to the Strome Seed Cleaning Plant, providing services to area farmers for over 50 years, Crop Production Services, and the Sodbuster’s Archives and Museum where visitors can “relive the memories.” For those considering a place to invest, think of Strome. The Village has fully serviced residential and commercial lots available for development. Contact the Village office at 780-376-3558 for more information.
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Town of Killam | www.killam.ab.ca The Town of Killam is a thriving, vibrant town located at the intersection of Highways 36 and 13, along the Canadian Pacific Railway. Killam is an exceptionally clean, quiet municipality with welcoming residents that are committed to their community. Agriculture and the energy industries form the economic base for Killam. These industries are complemented by a robust business mix that includes agri-business, trades, energy sector support services, healthcare, professional services, and a strong retail sector. The Town operates its own natural gas service (operated jointly with the Town of Sedgewick); thereby providing residents and businesses in the community with competitive natural gas rates. Killam is one of the few remaining communities to be serviced by two grain companies. The Town has two farm implement dealerships and a thriving vehicle dealership, as well as many other retail businesses that attract customers from a wide area generating a regional traffic flow. Whether you are looking to relocate your family, looking to establish a business, or looking for an investment opportunity, Killam can truly offer “Life Without Compromise.” Contact the Town office at 780-385-3977 for more information. Town of Hardisty | www.hardisty.ca Hardisty is home to 639 residents, but can double that number with a shadow population of employees from the energy sector. Hardisty’s growing business sector includes automotive service and supplies, oilfield services, restaurants, accommodations, financial services, groceries, health and beauty, sign making, fuel and agricultural services, Alberta registry agent services, and hardware. Opportunity for new business in the areas of: childcare, extended health care, senior services, home building products, and large equipment/truck sales and service which will all complement the existing business sector and needs of the community. Development permits in one year totalled $25.5 million. Coming soon is a 48-acre highway commercial and light industrial subdivision along with residential development opportunities. Hardisty is home to many large employers including: Hardisty Health Care Centre, Allan Johnstone School, Gibson Energy, Enbridge Pipelines, Flint Hills Resources, Interpipeline, Spectra Energy, Husky Energy, Plains Marketing, CNRL, TransCanada, GCS Energy, USD/RailServe Hardisty Transload Facility. Contact the Town office at 780-888-3623 for more details or visit the town’s website.
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Town of Sedgewick | www.sedgewick.ca The Town of Sedgewick is located midway between Killam and Lougheed, along Highway 13 and Secondary Highway 869, and adjacent to the Canadian Pacific Railway. The economic base of Sedgewick is agriculture, and the energy sector and related support services. Sedgewick is one of several municipalities in the province to operate its own natural gas service (operated jointly with the Town of Killam); thereby, providing residents and businesses in the community with competitive natural gas rates. Sedgewick continues to grow. On the horizon, a 35-lot residential subdivision is being planned. Realizing the benefits of this development also confirms many other opportunities for business growth and development. Sedgewick is open for business and ready to help investors make a place for their families and businesses in this community. Contact the Town office at 780-384-3504 for more information.
Town of Daysland | www.daysland.ca The Town of Daysland is located on Highway 13, along the Canadian Pacific Railway midway between Killam and Camrose. Daysland has always been a strong agricultural community. Agriculture and related support services, retail, health services, K-12 school, and recreation are the basis of Daysland’s economy. A vibrant business mix provides products and services to Daysland and many surrounding communities. Daysland is proud to be home to the Daysland Medical Centre. For the investor, there is room to grow in the Town of Daysland, with fully serviced residential lots and commercial buildings available for purchase. For those seeking to invest in an established business, turn-key business investment opportunities are also available. Contact the Town office at 780-374-3767 for more information.
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Labour Market & Employment The Flagstaff Region is part of the larger Camrose-Drumheller Economic Region which makes up 5.4 per cent of the province’s population. Natural increase (i.e. births minus deaths) has been rising in Alberta in recent years. In 2010, Alberta reported a natural increase of 31,000 people. This was the largest natural increase in 26 years. Despite this natural increase, net migration accounted for two-thirds of Alberta’s population growth over the past 15 years. All eight economic regions have experienced increases due to inter-provincial migration. However, outside the Edmonton and Calgary economic regions, other economic regions that were heavily dependent on migration for population growth include Red Deer, Camrose-Drumheller, and Lethbridge-Medicine Hat. With the emergent energy sector and value-added agriculture opportunities, the Flagstaff Region is in the position to attract a greater percentage of inter-provincial migration. The Flagstaff Region is a place of employment. This Region has a skilled workforce with 38 per cent possessing some form of post-secondary, trade, or university certificate, diploma, or degree. The unemployment rate in the Region is quite low, staying in the range of 2.5 - 4.0.
2.5 - 4.0%
Unemployment Rate for the Flagstaff Region
Total Workforce Employed by Industry 15%
37%
10%
15% 3%
10%
10%
Agriculture & Resource-based (1,870) Manufacturing & Construction (505) Wholesale & Retail Trade (505) Finance & Real Estate (130) Health & Education (765) Business Services (475) Other Services (745) Source: Statistics Canada, Federal Census 2011
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Education Levels Approximately 290 students are enrolled in High School annually with the Battle River School Division.
2%
4% 32%
17%
No Certificate / Diploma / Degree High School Apprenticeship / Trade Certificate / Diploma Non-university Certificate / Diploma University Certificate / Diploma below Bachelor University Degree
15%
Source: Statistics Canada, Labour Force Survey 2013
30%
Labour Costs Labour force wages are the single largest operational expense for the majority of enterprises. The 2013 Alberta Wage and Salary Survey assists businesses in making sound investment decisions and developing effective operational plans (www.alis.gov.ab.ca). This survey covers over 400 occupations and provides information on wages and salaries for full-time and part-time employees in Alberta by occupation, geographic area, and industry group. Affordable cost of living coupled with a hard work ethic produces salaries in the Flagstaff Region that are competitive compared to the province.
$10.20
*
Fort McMurray
Alberta Minimum Wage *$9.20 Liquor Servers
$24.23
Alberta Average Hourly Wage
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Edmonton Red Deer
Calgary
$67,805 Average Household Income for Flagstaff Region
Salary Information by Industry Industry
Occupation
Average Overall Wage
Average Top Wage
Average overall Annual (Alberta)
Public Administration Industry
Administrative Clerks
$23.97
$27.30
$43,850.00
Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction Industry, Construction Industry
Automotive Service Technicians, Truck and Bus Mechanics, and Mechanical Repairers
$29.59
$35.26
$64,286.00
Construction Industry
Construction Trades, Helpers, and Labourers
$20.32
$23.22
$49,859.00
Educational Services Industry
Early Childhood Educators and Assistants
$15.58
$16.91
$24,301.00
Educational Services Industry
Elementary School and Kindergarten Teachers
$38.13
$47.70
$76,048.00
Agriculture Industry
General Farm Workers
$19.07
$22.21
$44,104.00
Public Administration Industry
General Office Clerks
$22.07
$27.05
$40,373.00
Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction Industry, Construction Industry
Heavy Equipment Operators (Except Crane)
$28.16
$31.11
$69,759.00
Manufacturing
Metalworking Machine Operators
$22.00
$25.07
$51,003.00
Health Care & Social Services Industry
Nurse Aides, Orderlies, and Patient Service Associates
$20.09
$21.73
$28,716.00
Mining and Oil and Gas Extraction Industry
Oil and Gas Drilling, Servicing, and Related Labourers
$25.21
$28.27
$64,394.00
Retail Trade Industry
Retail Salesperson and Sales Clerks
$15.12
$19.50
$25,767.00
Source: Alberta Learning Information Services, http://occinfo.alis.alberta.ca, Camrose-Drumheller Region, Annual Salary is Alberta average
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Major Employers The chart below lists the major employers in the Flagstaff Region of 20 or more employees. “Employee” refers to all employees (full, part-time, temporary and seasonal). Businesses are listed in descending order starting with the largest employer.
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Company Name
Description
Gibson Energy Inc.
Energy Sector; Gibson’s diversified service offerings include: storage, blending, processing, marketing, and distribution of crude oil, condensate, natural gas liquids, and refined products. They also provide emulsion treating, water disposal, and oil field waste management.
Arnett & Burgess Oilfield Construction
Energy Sector; provides pipeline and facility construction, pipeline integrity, pipeline coating applications, custom fabrication, and related construction services to the energy industry.
GCS Energy
Energy Sector; offers services in a variety of specialized areas including large and small civil projects, tank farm construction, large and small electrical projects, road and site grading, mechanical and electrical excavation and backfill, lease construction and reclamation, custom screening and crushing, heavy equipment sales and rentals.
Husky Energy Inc.
Energy Sector; Husky Energy focuses on exploration, development, and production of crude oil, bitumen, and natural gas. As well as commodity marketing, pipeline transportation, and storage, refining crude oil, power co-generation, and marketing of petroleum products.
Battle River School Division #31
Education Sector; Battle River School Division, headquartered in Camrose, is home to 36 schools in Central Alberta covering Kindergarten to Grade 12, including all the schools in Flagstaff Region.
Killam Health Care Centre, Covenant Health
Health & Social Sector; Killam Health Care Centre is an acute care and long-term care facility. Services include 24-hour emergency, diagnostic, therapeutic, and community health.
Flagstaff County
Government Sector; This is the municipal government for our municipality and delivers programs and services to residents and businesses throughout the Region.
TransCanada Corporation
Energy Sector; TransCanada’s business is organized in 2 segments - Pipelines and Energy. Their pipeline business comprised mainly of TransCanada’s natural gas pipelines in Canada, US, and Mexico. As well as identifying opportunities to develop Alberta’s oil sands, their energy business includes power generation and non-regulated gas storage.
Major Employers (...continued) Company Name
Description
Daysland Health Centre
Health & Social Sector; Daysland Health Centre is an acute care facility. Services include 24-hour emergency, surgery, obstetrics, respite, palliative care, and rehabilitation.
Enbridge Inc.
Energy Sector; One of Canada’s leaders in reliable delivery of energy in North America. Services include crude oil and liquids transportation, renewable and green technology power generation, natural gas distribution in Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, and New York State.
Smitty’s Restaurant
Retail Trade Sector; Full service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, located next to Killam Krossing, a 40-room motel.
Guardian Drugs
Retail Trade Sector; Offers pharmaceutical needs, including cosmetics, allergy, cold and flu care, pain relief and beauty products. Additionally, the drugstore also offers giftware, home decor, snacks, and dry goods.
Wild Rose Co-op Marketplace
Retail Trade Sector; Full service grocery store with deli and butcher on site. Locations in Sedgewick, Killam, and Camrose.
Battle River Implements Ltd.
Retail Trade Sector; John Deere Implement dealer with locations in Killam, Camrose, Provost, and Wainwright. Offers a full line of new and used equipment for agriculture, commercial, and residential needs.
Techmation Electric & Controls Ltd.
Energy Sector; Techmation Electric & Controls provides a range of electrical and instrumentation, construction, maintenance services, and 24-hour support to commercial and heavy industrial sectors.
Viterra Inc.
Agriculture Sector; One of the leading grain and oilseed marketer and handlers. Offers grain marketing, oilseed marketing, and harvest grain sampling to the agriculture industry.
Recon Utility Search N.A.
Energy Sector; Provides hydrovac, combovac, vac, steam, and pressure services.
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Trading Area
36 16
Vegreville
Sherwood Park
Edmonton
Tofield
Islay
Ranfurly
Lavoy
Innisfree
Vermilion
Mannville
620
Ryley
Kitscoty
Lloydminster
16
16
Blackfoot
Minburn
857
ALBERTA
16
SASKATCHEWAN
The population and primary trading area of the Region is comprised of 8,304 people, which encompasses the boundary of Flagstaff County, and extends to a radius of 36 km. The secondary trading area of 56,102 people extends to a radius of 80 km. This greater trading area encompasses portions of the neighbouring municipalities which include Camrose County, Beaver County, County of Paintearth, M.D. of Provost, Stettler County, and M.D. of Wainwright, as well as the City of Camrose, Towns of Provost, Stettler and Wainwright, and the smaller towns and villages within an 80 km radius. The Region has a steady transient population which increases the total trading area to 59,102 people.
Holden Bruce
Camrose
Viking
26
Wetaskiwin
Strome
Wainwright Denwood 881
Lougheed 13
Bashaw
Donalda
Chauvin
Amisk
53 Alliance
12
884
802
36
899
Hughenden
872
Galahad
Stettler
17
Edgerton 610 Ribstone
Forestburg
Senlac
Czar
Metiskow
13 600
Brownfield
41
Halkirk
Hayter
Evesham Macklin Primate
Provost Cadogan
31 Cactus Lake
Bodo
Fleet
12 Coronation
888 899
Throne Veteran
Consort Monitor
12
Alterio
Kirriemuir
ALBERTA
Castor
Compeer
New Brigden
Primary Trading Area = Secondary Trading Area =
36 km radius 80 km radius
U.S. Border = 420 km south B.C. Border = 440 km west Saskatchewan Border = 140 km east
Calgary
16
14
17
599
Red Deer
Neilburg
894
Hardisty
Heisler
53
40
14
Heath
Killam
855
Ponoka
Marsden
Fabyan
870
Sedgewick
Lone Rock Rivercourse
McLaughlin Irma
Daysland
13
2A
2
Paradise Valley
Kinsella
36
Bawlf
13
41
619
615
Ohaton
17
897
14 855
13
619
619
SASKATCHEWAN
Leduc
Denzil
Salvador
317
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Major
Primary Trading Area Community Flagstaff County (rural) Alliance Daysland Forestburg Galahad Hardisty Heisler Killam Lougheed Sedgewick Strome Total Primary Trading Area
Population 3,244 174 807 831 119 639 151 981 273 857 228 8,304
Secondary Trading Area Community
Population
Approximate Distance from Flagstaff Region
Community
Population
Approximate Distance from Flagstaff Region
Amisk
207
80 km
(50 min.)
Irma
457
90 km
(60 min.)
Bashaw
796
90 km
(60 min.)
Ohaton
120
80 km
(50 min.)
Bawlf
403
65 km
(45 min.)
Mannville
803
120 km (80 min.)
Bruce
71
75 km
(50 min.)
Minburn
105
120 km (80 min.)
Castor
932
60 km
(45 min.)
Ryley
497
105 km (60 min.)
Camrose
17,286
75 km
(50 min.)
Stettler
5,748
120 km (80 min.)
Coronation
947
90 km
(60 min.)
Viking
1,041
60 km
Czar
167
105 km (60 min.)
Wainwright
5,925
115 km (75 min.)
Donalda
259
60 km
(45 min.)
Beaver County
5,689
Halkirk
121
80 km
(50 min.)
Paintearth County
2,029
Holden
381
90 km
(60 min.)
Provost M.D.
2,288
Hughenden
258
90 km
(60 min.)
Stettler County
5,103
Innisfree
220
105 km (60 min.)
Wainwright M.D.
4,138
Total Secondary Trading Area
(45 min.)
56,102
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Transportation The Flagstaff Region is transected by two major provincial routes, Highways 13 and 36, and serviced by the main line of Canadian Pacific Railway, and Battle River Railway. The Region is located in the heart of the Eastern Alberta Trade Corridor (EATC), which is comprised of over 70 member municipalities. Highways 36 and 41 are the high load corridor connecting Alberta’s oilfields in the North to markets in the United States, Mexico, and Eastern Canada. Surface transportation allows East Central Alberta’s producers and manufacturers’ direct access to key US markets and ports on Canada’s west and east coasts for offshore destinations. Air Service: The Flagstaff Regional Airport is located between the towns of Killam and Sedgewick. The Edmonton International Airport is located 150 km away.
Traffic Volumes Intersection/Road
Community
Traffic Flow Direction
Average Daily Traffic
Hwy 13 & SH 855
Daysland
Northbound
4960
Hwy 13 & SH 855
Daysland
Southbound
4860
Hwy 13 & Hwy 36
Killam
East/West
5380
Hwy 13 & SH 856
Strome
South
4160
Hwy 13 & SH 869
Sedgewick
East/West
3720
Hwy 13 & SH 872
Hardisty
South
3340
Hwy 13 & SH 881
Hardisty
North
3390
Hwy 13 & 36
Killam
North/South
3340
Hwy 36 & SH 602
Alliance
North/South
1940
Hwy 36 & Hwy 53 & SH 608
Forestburg
North
1270
Hwy 53 & SH 608
Forestburg
North/South
2370
Source: Alberta Transportation, Traffic Volume History, 2013
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Appendices
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Business Advisory Services
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Business Development
Services Provided
Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) www.afsc.ca Local Branch Office: 4701 - 48 Ave., Sedgewick, AB Phone: 780-384-3880
AFSC is a provincial crown corporation that provides farmers, agribusiness, and other small businesses loans, crop insurance, and farm disaster assistances along with other risk management services.
Alberta Agriculture & Rural Development (AARD) www.agric.gov.ab.ca Ag-Info Centre: 310-FARM (3276) Area Field Office: 5712 - 48 Ave., Camrose, AB Phone: 780-679-5173* *To call Toll Free, within Alberta, call 310-000, followed by the area code and phone number.
AARD is responsible for all programs related to agriculture and food industry. This includes environmental stewardship, conservation, and encouraging development of rural communities.
Flagstaff County Economic Development Department www.flagstaff.ab.ca Phone: 780-384-4121
The Economic Development Department provides programs and services for small businesses, tourism operations, regional partnerships, and youth retention to better the Flagstaff Region.
Flagstaff County Planning & Development Department www.flagstaff.ab.ca Phone: 780-384-4102
This department provides information and guidance regarding regulations, to ensure that plans for proposed subdivisions and development conform to Flagstaff County’s Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw.
Battle River Alliance for Economic Development (BRAED) www.braedalberta.ca Phone: 780-385-2450
BRAED is the Regional Economic Development Alliance (REDA) for East Central Alberta. BRAED provides tools and resources to its members and partners to help increase their economic development capacity.
Daysland & District Business Association Phone: 780-374-3900
The business association promotes events and activities to foster community involvement and economic development in the greater Daysland area.
Killam & District Business Development Assoc. (KDBD) www.killambusiness.com Phone: 780-385-2398
Established in 1979 with the goal of promoting the Flagstaff Region and attracting businesses to the area, KDBD strives to provide potential businesses and agribusinesses with the information they need to establish in the Flagstaff Region.
Killam & District Chamber of Commerce Phone: 780-385-3752
The chamber promotes business and community development in the greater Killam area.
Alberta, Canada www.AlbertaCanada.com
This site provides information and resources about doing business in and moving to Alberta.
Alberta’s Economic Dashboard www.economicdashboard.albertacanada.com
This site compiles the Alberta economy’s most important indicators for business in one place. View the quick snapshot of the province or dig deeper for regional economic profiles. It is all here at your fingertips.
The Business Link www.canadabusiness.ab.ca
Business and entrepreneurs’ gateway to business information, tools, training, assistance, and resources.
Business Advisory Services Employment Services
Services Provided
Flagstaff Community Adult Learning (FCAL) www.fcal.net/flagstaff-job-board.html 5005 - 50 St., Killam, AB
Flagstaff Community Adult Learning maintains a local job board; job seekers can view the job board at their office or online. They also provide over 75 courses annually including computer training and bookkeeping.
Alberta Government Jobs www.jobs.alberta.ca
Alberta Government Jobs lists job opportunities with the Alberta Government.
Alberta Job Centre www.albertajobcentre.ca
Founded in 2001, Alberta Job Centre is Western Canada’s largest online job board and also includes career planning resources and recruitment tools.
Alberta Learning Information Services (ALIS) www.alis.alberta.ca
ALIS enables job seekers to find work across the province, across industry, regions and professions. This website includes helpful links and resources.
Canada Job Bank www.jobbank.gc.ca
Canada Job Bank is the largest web-based job bank available to Canadians.
Careers in Construction www.careersinconstruction.ca
Careers in Construction was created to provide young people and anyone else who are facing career choices information about working in the trades across Canada. Information and resources about potential jobs, certifications, training, and much more.
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Business Financing & Professional Services
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Bank
Address
Phone
ATB Financial - Daysland www.atb.com
5033 - 50 St.
780-374-3524
ATB Financial - Forestburg www.atb.com
4901 - 50 St.
780-582-3745
ATB Financial - Heisler www.atb.com
202A Main St.
780-889-3981
ATB Financial - Killam www.atb.com
4940 - 50 St.
780-385-3751
ATB Financial - Strome www.atb.com
5101 - 50 St.
780-376-3550
ATB Financial Agent - Galahad Located in Double D Agencies
109 Sir Galahad St.
780-583-2133
ATB Financial Agent - Hardisty Located in Hardisty Community Drug Mart
5032-50 St.
780-888-0000
ATB Financial Agent - Lougheed Located in Losness Insurance Agencies Ltd.
5007 - 50 St.
780-386-3741
ATB Financial Agent - Sedgewick Located in Sedgewick Land & Insurance
4834 - 47 St.
780-384-3639
Bank of Montreal - Forestburg www.bmo.com
4816 - 50 St.
780-582-3558
CIBC - Hardisty www.cibc.com
5123 - 50 St.
780-888-3546
Vision Credit Union - Alliance www.visioncu.ca
201 Main St.
780-879-3644
Vision Credit Union - Daysland www.visioncu.ca
5004 - 50 St.
780-374-3951
Vision Credit Union - Killam www.visioncu.ca
5001 - 50 St.
780-385-3731
Vision Credit Union - Sedgewick www.visioncu.ca
4838 - 47 St.
780-384-3912
Wainwright Credit Union - Hardisty www.wainwrightcu.ca
4803 - 49 St.
780-888-2883
Summit Mortgage Corp. - Sedgewick
5003 - 51 Ave.
780-384-3847
Alternative Financing Programs Consulting & Finance
Services Provided
Community Futures - East Central Alberta www.eastcentralalberta.albertacf.com 5104 - 53 Ave., Viking, AB Phone: 780-336-3497; Toll Free: 1-877-336-3497
Community Futures is a community driven, non-profit that provides a wide range of small business services and business management tools for anyone wanting to start, expand, franchise, or sell a business. They also provide loans and business training.
Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) www.bdc.ca
As Canada’s business development bank, BDC is dedicated exclusively to entrepreneurs. BDC offers financing, consulting, and specialized financing for small and medium-sized independent financing and leasing companies.
Professional Business Services Accountants
Address
Phone
Brian King Professional Corporation
44118 SH 881, Hardisty, AB
780-888-2593
Key Accounting Solutions
5016 - 50 St., Daysland, AB
780-374-0000
Thompson & Zettel Accountants
5026 - 55 St., Killam, AB
780-385-3949
Buchanan Agencies
215 Main St., Alliance, AB
780-879-3653
Double D Agencies
109 Sir Galahad St., Galahad, AB
780-583-2133
Forestburg Agencies
4909 - 50 St., Forestburg, AB
780-582-3560
Hardisty Insurance
5109 - 50 St., Hardisty, AB
780-888-3738
Losness Insurance Agencies Ltd.
5007 - 50 St., Lougheed, AB
780-386-3741
Sedgewick Land & Insurance
4834 - 47 St., Sedgewick, AB
780-384-3639
S. James Agencies (Killam) Ltd. & Re/Max
5012 - 50 St., Killam, AB
780-385-3654
The Co-operators
4803 - 47 St., Sedgewick, AB
780-384-3883
Westview Insurance
5013 - 50 St., Daysland, AB
780-374-3930
Andreassen Borth (Law Firm)
5014 - 50 St., Killam, AB
780-385-3104
Edward Jones (Stockbroker & Financial Advisor)
5009 - 50 St., Killam, AB
780-385-3384
Sun Life Financial (Financial Planning & Investments)
4708 - 52 St., Lougheed, AB
780-386-3967
Insurance
Lawyers & Financial Advisors
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Professional Business Services Real Estate Agents
Address
Phone
Century 21 Candor Realty Ltd.
4908 - 51 St., Stettler, AB
403-742-4424
Coldwell Banker Battle River Realty
4802 - 49 St., Camrose, AB
780-672-7761
Jeff Golka Re/Max (Hardisty) Rivercity
#301, 10171 Saskatchewan Drive, Edmonton, AB
780-888-4030
Linview Realty Inc.
113 Central Ave., Linden, AB
Toll Free: 1-888-546-3070
Realty Executives Diamond Sales
4916 - 52 Ave., Hardisty, AB
780-888-2355
Royal LePage Rose Country Realty Ltd.
1, 6223 - 48 Ave., Camrose, AB
780-672-8835
S. James Agencies (Killam) Ltd. & Re/Max
5012 - 50 St., Killam, AB
780-385-3654
Business Learning Opportunities For those interested in continued education, there are opportunities for further education in and around the Flagstaff Region. Learn Locally
Description
Flagstaff Adult Learning Centre www.fcal.net 5005 - 50 St., Killam, AB Phone: 780-385-3712
Flagstaff Adult Learning Centre offers practical short courses for job skills and lifelong learning, and is based in Killam.
Learn Regionally
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Augustana Campus of University of Alberta www.augustana.ualberta.ca 4901 - 46 Ave., Camrose, AB Phone: 780-679-1100
Earn a university degree from one of Canada’s top 5 universities while enjoying smaller class sizes and staying closer to home.
Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus www.lakelandcollege.ca 5707 College Drive, Vermilion, AB Phone: 780-853-8400 Toll Free: 1-800-661-6490
Lakeland College offers a wide range of programs including Agricultural Science, Energy and Petroleum Technology, Trades and Technology Apprenticeship, University Transfers, and more.
Portage College, St. Paul Campus www.portagecollege.ca 5205 - 50 Ave., St. Paul, AB Phone: 780-645-5223 Toll Free: 1-866-623-5551
Portage College facilitates learning at 7 campuses strategically located throughout Northeast Alberta. Offering a range of programs including Business Administration, Environmental Sciences, Health and Wellness, Culinary Arts, and more.
For more information about investment opportunities in the Flagstaff Region: Economic Development Department 12435 Twp Rd 442, Box 358 Sedgewick, AB T0B 4C0 Phone: 1-780-384-4100 Toll Free: 1-877-387-4100 Fax: 1-780-384-3635 Email: county@flagstaff.ab.ca