view of white bridge and nearby park

Why FMWB

BUSINESSES—AND PEOPLE—THRIVE IN FMWB

Abundant resources and a commitment to innovation means sustainable growth for generations to come.

Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo has the 3rd largest proven oil reserve in the world, and our energy sector is laying the foundation for sustainable, long term growth. With a stable oil sands production outlook until well past 2030, industry is creating opportunities for economic growth, talent and jobs, and innovation that will drive the nation forward.

This is why businesses start and grow here.

A world-class energy sector

Producer In The World

4th Largest

Barrels Of Oil To Recover

100+ Billion

Spent On Procurement Locally

$12 Billion

Contribution To Canadian Economy

$1 Trillion

Jobs Across Canada

200,000+

Committed To Net Zero By

2050

Business-friendly development, incentives and policies.

Provincial Corporate Tax Rate

8%

Land Development Projects

9 Active

Awarded For Downtown Revitalization

113+ Grants

Incentives Available Per Commercial Property

Nearly $200,000

A young, talented, and skilled workforce that’s ready to work.

within working age (15-54)

63% of Residents

Have post-secondary education

76%

Unemployment rate

8.7%

Labour force participation

77.9%

Full & Part time students

16,000+

Unmet retail demand with a young, affluent customer base.

median age

35.3

Average Household Income

2x National Avg

Highest avg disposable income (Canada)

$151,567

Current commercial demand

$1.85 billion

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We are naturally enriched, globally competitive.

Contact us about the unique opportunities available in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo.