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SPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE
TOWN OF WAINWRIGHT
ROAM TO
WAINWRIGHT:
A HUB OF
OPPORTUNITY
Wainwright offers a unique blend of affordability, strategic location, advanced amenities and
diverse economic opportunities
Blending urban amenities and rural
charm, Wainwright is a vibrant town located
in East Central Alberta. Recognized as
Alberta’s most affordable community, it
offers low business costs, affordable land
and a streamlined regulatory process. The
town thrives with a hardworking labour
force and accessible housing.
Strategically situated at the intersection
of Highways 14 and 41 on the Canadian
National Railway mainline, Wainwright is
two hours east of Edmonton International
Airport. Serving a trading area of 51,500,
its commercial sector features businesses
like McDonald’s, Walmart, Canadian Tire
and Tim Hortons. The Downtown Vacant
Spaces Incentive supports entrepreneurs
with start-up costs.
Wainwright boasts advanced
recreational facilities, including twin
arenas, indoor pool, all-seasons park,
curling rink, splash park, equine centre
and golf course. The University of Calgary
Rural Community Route program allows
students to earn a Bachelor of Nursing
Degree locally. Comprehensive healthcare
services include dedicated physicians,
medical imaging and a CT scanner.
As an approved Rural Entrepreneur
Stream community, Wainwright is open for
business. Home to Canadian Forces Base
Wainwright, the town offers opportunities for
contracts to service the defence industry.
With Telus Fibre Optics providing high-
speed internet, Wainwright is ideal for
remote work and business operations.
For more information, contact:
Carley Herbert, Economic Development Officer
780-842-3381 | cherbert@wainwright.ca
wainwright.ca
It’s Time to Invest!
wainwright.ca cherbert@wainwright.ca
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