Medicine Hat offers a strategic location with competitive tax incentives, a supportive business environment, and access to a skilled workforce, making it the ideal destination for relocating, expanding, or establishing your business.
67.9K
Residents
Our population is young and growing steadily, with a median age of 42 and a workforce of nearly 22,00 people between ages 20-44.
Population Data: Alberta Government (2024)
Age Data: Statistics Canada (2021 Census)
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Equipment Tax
Medicine Hat exempts machinery and equipment from taxation, just one of the many financial incentives that make doing business in our city make sense (and cents). The Alberta corporate tax rate is 8%, the lowest among Canadian provinces.
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Lower Cost of Living
Life is affordable in Medicine Hat, with costs well below those elsewhere in Alberta. The average home price is significantly less, a major advantage for attracting and retaining talent and operational costs.
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Access to Canada's Crude Oil
Located at the heart of Alberta’s energy corridor, Medicine Hat is fueling opportunity for energy and petrochemical investment.
Discover Your Opportunity!
With over 330 days of sunshine each year, our city offers more than just beautiful weather - it’s a bright environment for business growth.
From our extensive trail network and vibrant parks to local campgrounds and a ski hill, Medicine Hat blends quality of life with economic potential. Whether you're launching a startup or expanding operations, this is a place where lifestyle and business thrive together.
Key Sectors
Medicine Hat's diversified economy offers incredible opportunities.
Our city is primed for investment in aerospace, defence, aviation, and advanced manufacturing. While our roots in agriculture and petrochemicals remain strong, we’re actively supporting high-tech industries, precision manufacturing, and energy innovation, offering the stability of established sectors and the momentum of emerging markets for sustainable success.
Low-cost utilities and a strategic location on Canada's primary transportation corridor provide an unparalleled competitive edge for businesses to thrive, while strong regional partnerships designed to foster innovation set the conditions for long-term success.
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Address
533 First Street SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta
T1A 0A9
Contact Us
Email: opportunity@medicinehat.ca
Phone: 403-977-0146