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SPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE
LAC LA BICHE COUNTY
NATURALLY
IMPRESSIVE
The Lac La Biche Region
Approximately 210 km north of Edmonton, the Lac La Biche Region contains hundreds of lakes and thousands of square kilometres of boreal forest, most of which is opportunity-rich and developable Crown land. With a variety of boat launches, campgrounds, trails and more already built, the region is primed for further tourism development.
HISTORIC AND MULTICULTURAL:
Home to First Nations, Métis, Lebanese, Russian, French and many other cultures,
Lac La Biche Region’s diversity and history are unique attractors for visitors. The region contains a specialized municipality (Lac La Biche County), three First Nations and two Métis Settlements. Strong Indigenous roots, and experiences like Portage College’s Museum of Aboriginal Peoples’ Art & Artifacts, attract international visitation.
As the driving force behind
Lac La Biche Region’s tourism development, Lac La Biche County is committed to working with tourism investors to take advantage of available opportunities. Lac
La Biche County’s Economic Development Strategy has recognized tourism as an area of focus for economic growth.
For more information, contact:
Heather Stromquist
Manager, Economic Development & Tourism Heather.stromquist@laclabichecounty.com 780-623-5017 | laclabicheregion.com
AREAS OF OPPORTUNITY
We’ve identified seven major areas of opportunity for tourism growth, based on the region’s strengths and target markets:
1. Cultural Tourism
2. Winter Tourism
3. Festivals and Events
4. Dark Sky and Northern Lights Viewing 5. Culinary Tourism
6. Sport Tourism
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