Promoting Sturgeon County’s Aerospace and Defence Ecosystem

Sturgeon County is one of Canada’s most exciting destinations for aerospace, defence and security investment. Here, companies can meet and exceed their Industrial and Technological (ITB) obligations and lower their investment costs by accessing a large and growing pool of regional suppliers, skilled labour and partners.  

Soar with us

Delegation exploring our vibrant A&D ecosystem

Last month, Sturgeon County’s investment attraction team hosted an important aerospace and defence delegation, showcasing the region as a prime location for business investment. This visit allowed key stakeholders to tour various facilities and engage directly with local partners, highlighting the strength of our supply chain and academic resources.  
 
By facilitating these connections, our investment attraction team demonstrates Sturgeon County’s commitment to fostering a supportive business environment and positioning the County as a leader in the aerospace and defence sectors. Such site visits are crucial for investors, as they provide firsthand insight into the opportunities and advantages that Sturgeon County offers. 


Why Sturgeon County

  • Location, location, location
    Locate in a leading manufacturing and engineering region situated in the heart of Albertan and western Canadian Armed Forces assets. We are home to CFB Edmonton and Villeneuve Airport.
  • Deep talent pool
    The Edmonton Metro Region boasts a large and deep talent pool with seven post-secondary institutions, and over 100,000 enrolled students. These institutions excel in AI/ML, nanotechnology and autonomous systems training.
  • Developable land
    Villeneuve Airport (ZVL), Sturgeon Industrial Park (SIP) and Sturgeon Valley, offer developable lands suited for a range of uses including pilot and aircrew training and simulation; Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) development; Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) activities; aircraft component manufacturing and warehousing and logistics, as well as convenient and modern residential community, etc. 
  • Autonomous Centre of Excellence
    Our goal is to foster a dynamic ecosystem that not only nurtures the growth and commercialization of emerging SMEs but also magnetizes new players to a thriving cluster centered around Villeneuve Airport. Join us as we pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in autonomous technology as we create an Autonomous Centre of Excellence.
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15,885

people directly employed in Alberta’s aerospace and defense sector.

Alberta Aerospace and Defense Sector Analysis, July 2019, OMX Data Analytics 

521

companies in Alberta’s aerospace and defense sector contribute $3.25B directly to provincial GDP. 

 Alberta Aerospace and Defense Sector Analysis, July 2019, OMX Data Analytics 

25%

of all UAV, geospatial data collection and analysis, and navigation and GPS firms are headquartered in Alberta. 

Unmanned Systems Canada & Government of Alberta, 2017


Regional Ecosystem

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buffalo air express

pentagon freight services

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Let’s work together

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We are a diverse, growing community that embraces rural lifestyles while enjoying the benefits of being an integral part of one of the fastest growing regions in Canada. Our Investment Attraction team engages with target sectors and provides tailored support to companies, investors and major new projects looking to locate in the County. They work to raise awareness of the benefits of locating in Sturgeon County to allow companies to start, expand and succeed.


Interested in learning more about our aerospace and defence sector and diversifying your business? Don’t hesitate to reach out to our Senior Investment Attraction Officer, Kent McMullin

Email: kmcmullin@sturgeoncounty.ca 

Phone: 1-780-939-1375 


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