Strathcona County Economic Development and Tourism

WIth the recent Total upgrader announcement, major projects in Strathcona County have reached a record breaking $22.7 billion. For a complete list, please view the PDF.

Shell files regulatory application for Scotford Upgrader 2

Calgary, Alberta July 30, 2007 - Shell announced today that it has filed a regulatory application for Scotford Upgrader 2, a new upgrading facility adjacent to Shell’s existing facilities in the Fort Saskatchewan area, east of Edmonton, Alberta.The proposed Scotford Upgrader 2 will be constructed in four phases and process Shell’s share of future Athabasca minable bitumen production as well as bitumen from the company’s in situ oil sands developments. Scotford Upgrader 2 could ultimately process up to 400,000 barrels a day of oil sands bitumen into a range of synthetic crude oil products. News Release

Larry Wall, the executive director of the Alberta Heartland Association, has been selected as one of Alberta’s 50 most influential people by Alberta Venture magazine. Mr. Wall has served as the Association’s executive director since it was formed in 1999. For more information, please view the full Press Release .

On September 1, 2007, Alberta's minimum wage will increase from $7 to $8 per hour. This change reflects Alberta's economy and is part of a plan to attract and retain new employees to the labour force. Visit http://employment.alberta.ca for more information.

The REIN conference was held in Edmonton this past month. They had the opportunity to tour Strathcona County including the Alberta's Industrial Heartland. Seven buses of about 490 participants were shown the heavy industry areas with emphasis on the development of support industry which result in spin-off growth in the retail sector and increase in housing opportunties. https://www.reincanada.com/

Cooking Lake Airport open house, barbeque, and fly-In

Edmonton Airports will be hosting the 3rd Annual Cooking Lake Airport Open House/Fly-In and free BBQ for Strathcona County and surrounding communities at the Cooking Lake Airport on Saturday, August 18th (rain or shine). See PDF for more information.

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For Strathcona County business information, visit our business section on this website. See our business calendar for events, seminars, forums, and more.

2007 Western Canada Summer Games explode onto the scene in Strathcona County! Experience the Games and be part of the largest multi-sport event to ever be hosted in Strathcona County . The Games will feature over 2,300 athletes, coaches and officials in 17 different sports. Up to 3,000 volunteers will participate in the event. During this 9-day event, four provinces and three territories will focus on the event in Strathcona County and the Alberta Capital Region. The event will feature a Festival of Culture that will showcase our community, our citizens and the volunteer spirit that exemplifies our municipality. Passes to the events are available in three different levels ranging from the Aurora Pass : $85/adult, $45/seniors and youth to the Dreams to Reality Pass : $30/adult, $20/seniors and youth. For more information on all the events and ticket options call 780-702-2007 or visit www.2007westerncanadasummergames.ca. Check out all the "Games Gear" at the Games Gear Store in Sherwood Park Mall!

Experience rural life and enjoy your adventures in the country! For day trip ideas or mini-vacations around the Edmonton Region, this magazine showcases 50 individual sites. Each one offers a unique experience – from farm animals, artisans, greenhouses, historical sites, to rural accommodations. Plan your country escape around the 60 fabulous events featured from rodeos, farmers” markets, craft sales, expositions, and so much more. Pick up your copy of the 2007 Visit the Country Guide at your local County office or download the portions of interest at www.visitthecountry.ca

The 2007 brochure has expanded to 48 pages highlighting hundreds of activities in the Greater Edmonton Region at your fingertips. Visit a farm, greenhouse, Farmers’ Markets, and u-pick gardens. Enjoy water activities, hike a nature trail or explore the past at local historical sites. For information call 464-8095 or email konkin@strathcona.ab.ca Enter online at www.edmontondaytrips.com to WIN a $1,000 Day Trips prize certificate!

For other Strathcona County events, attractions and activities see the Visitor section of our website.