EEDC’s purpose is to increase prosperity and the quality of life for people of the Edmonton region. Our activities include promoting economic development, marketing Edmonton as a tourist destination and managing the Shaw Conference Centre and Edmonton Research Park.

In support of our vision of becoming one of the best mid-sized cities in the world by 2030, EEDC provides leadership in key economic environments encourages innovation and builds the city’s global recognition.

With a focus on the key sectors of advanced technology, education, energy, tourism, health, plus finance, insurance, and real estate, EEDC offers a large portfolio of programs and services. They include:

Industry 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

• 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

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.
• Provide Visitor Information Centres.

Film Production

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

Edmonton Research Park

• Expand Edmonton Research Park to maximize synergy and collaboration of knowledge-based firms.
• Work collaboratively with other advanced technology incubation facilities in the region to enhance growth.
• Invest in an information campaign to tell the world about the advantages of our region.
• Attract investment and skilled people to build next-generation technolog.

Shaw Conference Centre (SCC)

• Deliver high standard products and services to SCC clients including banquet, event, culinary, and security services.
• Direct sales to international, national, and regional associations; respond to inquiries from local events and the entertainment industry.
• Maintain building to highest industry standards.