Advanced Manufacturing

Almost 10% of Airdrie's labour force is employed in manufacturing. Our proximity to Calgary, the Queen Elizabeth II Highway and the Calgary International Airport enable local manufacturers easy access to their customers, as well as a growing consumer market to increase their sales and revenue.

Alberta enjoys manufacturing productivity that is the highest in the country, and has one of the lowest unionization rates in Canada. Manufacturing represents approximately 10% of Alberta's GDP, the largest contributor of any sector.

Why Manufacturers Should Choose Airdrie

Competitive land and lease costs, no local business tax and low property taxes
The lowest overall provincial taxes in Canada, including no sales tax, general capital or payroll taxes
Available land in our three business parks to accommodate your new operations
Excellent transportation connections

Direct access to the Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Calgary-Edmonton Corridor / CANAMEX Highway)
15 minutes to Calgary International Airport
24-hour delivery time to major world markets
35 km to intermodal auto and trainload facilities in Calgary

A highly skilled, educated, and productive workforce
Access to Alberta's natural resources and agricultural products

Airdrie's Manufacuting Diversity

Source: Canadian Business Patterns Data, 2007