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Economic development efforts encourage and facilitate business growth in regions. It results in job creation, business support, and improved quality of life for all.
Now more than ever, business support is needed. The uncertainty of the health crisis has hit the local economy hard and Strathcona Countyâs Economic Development and Tourism department is here to support the business community.
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The primary objective of economic development is to increase prosperity and generate economic activity for the betterment of residents and businesses alike. Being champions of business and entrepreneurs means the economic well-being and quality of life found in Strathcona County are improved and expanded. Economic Development and Tourism assists the communityâs growth through various programs related to business and development attraction, retention and expansion, and entrepreneurial support. The core efforts of the department include growing the local economy, encouraging market diversification and innovation, supplying business support and market research.