Key Industries
Flagstaff County is a dynamic region with a strong industrial backbone, offering and abundance of opportunities in key industries like agriculture, oil and gas, and hospitality. Whether you’re looking to grow, invest, or innovate, Flagstaff County has everything to fuel your ambitions.
Agricultural
Powerhouse
With one million acres of fertile farmland and a temperate climate, the Flagstaff Region produces bountiful yields of wheat, canola, barley, peas, flax, oats, and specialty crops that have the potential to be processed locally in a low-cost business environment. An estimated 70% of the region’s total cropland has been deemed to possess high-quality soils.
The area also provides a superb quality of life in rural and small-town settings, with competitive wages for skilled labour, plentiful access to health care services, and lower housing costs compared to larger urban centres.
Oil and Gas Innovation
The oil and gas industry is built to reward entrepreneurial initiative. Fortunately, the Flagstaff Region has hard-working citizens who exude resourcefulness, resilience, and an inherent spirit of entrepreneurialism.
The centrepiece of the region’s energy sector is the “Hardisty Hub,” the pipeline hub where most of Alberta’s oil production converges for transportation to energy markets throughout the continent. The Flagstaff Region offers low-cost industrial land and access to a vast ground aquifer along with growing oil capacity.
Rich with Revitalizing Hospitality
Branded the “Community of Communities,” the Flagstaff Region prides itself on its 10 communities, each offering unique attractions. Experience the salt-of-the-earth way of life that surrounds the Region.
Flagstaff County is home to family farms and strong-willed entrepreneurs. Together, we’re a community committed to building a welcoming destination renowned for its hospitality and recreation.
Discover Your Next Business Opportunity
Whether you’re ready to take your business to the next level or are seeking a fresh location to launch your next business opportunity, Flagstaff County offers the ideal environment for growth.