Medicine Hat Economic Development

09/04/2026

Understanding our local economy starts with access to reliable data. The Community Insights page now features updated employment statistics, labour force information, and housing market indicators for Medicine Hat and the region. These resources are available to help businesses, organizations, and community members make informed decisions.

Subscribe to to stay current on the economic trends shaping our community.

For more information, check out insights.medicinehat.ca

09/03/2026

Visiting downtown has never been easier with 53 4-hour parking spots available for free on the 3rd floor of the Transit Parkade downtown. These spots are funded, in part, via a sponsorship through Medicine Hat Economic Development.

Visit downtown businesses, shops, and restaurants stress-free by taking advantage today. The entrance to the parkade is on Sixth Avenue SE just down the block from Southeast Alberta Chamber of Commerce.

09/02/2026

The Southeast Alberta Economic Opportunity Strategy continues to drive meaningful action across our region. Following the Strategy's release, the County of Forty Mile No. 8 has been awarded provincial funding through the Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) grant to advance priorities identified in the regional plan.

The project will enhance our region's ability to attract new investment, support local producers, provide regulatory clarity, and advance emerging agricultural technologies and innovations. With participation from the City of Medicine Hat, Town of Redcliff, Town of Bow Island, Village of Foremost, and industry and institutional partners, this initiative demonstrates strong regional commitment to economic diversification.

Together, we're creating the tools and resources needed to support agriculture and agri-food growth across Southeast Alberta.

Read more here: https://www.medicinehat.ca/news/posts/mhed-province-funds-regional-agricultural-investment-readiness/

The Province of Alberta is investing in the Southeast Alberta agri-food sector by funding a multi-year regional initiative focused on strengthening the region’s agri-food sector and enhancing investment readiness with their Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) grant.

09/01/2026

It's great to have the Fully Funded Self-Employment Training Program back in Medicine Hat through the Anderson Career Training Institute!

The next class starts soon on September 14, but for those who can't make this session, another opportunity will be available in the new year.

Learn More & Sign Up at https://acti.org/

This program is funded by the Government of Alberta, with support from the Government of Canada.

08/26/2026

There's still time for your company to sign up for our Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) cohort next month. This three-day course will show you how to build (or improve) an export program, provide practical knowledge for expanding into global markets, and increase your business's capacity for international success!

Sign up (and list MHED as your referrer) here to get started: https://www.share-eu1.hsforms.com/1TbeofbRORnChd4gg6-zJ_g2b7cqy

08/25/2026

Thanks to Upfront Counseling Solutions for inviting us to be apart of your Grand Opening celebration.

Congratulations on the incredible renovations that have transformed the space and created a vibrant new destination in our community. We are proud to have supported this project through the City Centre Vibrancy Program, administered in collaboration with Community Futures Entre-Corp Business Development.

Wishing the entire team continued success in this next chapter!

08/24/2026

What makes a downtown vibrant? According to Andrea Pillman, practice manager at River Dental, it's more than just busy streets. River Dental Building has been part of that community since 1950. Home to River Dental and several other healthcare-centered professional businesses, the building recently completed renovations through the City Centre Vibrancy Program. The project focused on converting two outdated washrooms—one into an accessible, gender-neutral washroom and the other into a laundry room with a utility sink.

These practical improvements help the building better serve health-focused tenants and meet the operational needs of professionals in the wellness sector. Through programs like the City Centre Vibrancy Program, offered in partnership with Community Futures Entre-Corp Business Development, property and business owners can access financial support for improvements that make downtown spaces more functional, welcoming, and attractive.

Read more about the story here: https://www.medicinehat.ca/news/posts/mhed-river-dental-building-invests-in-a-more-accessible-downtown/

08/21/2026

Downtown Days kicks off today for it's 2nd year!

With a variety of activities going on, please note that road closures will be in effect along 2nd and 3rd Street starting at 6pm.

Make sure to take advantage of the free parking lots after 6pm and all weekend long to make your visit easy and convenient.

08/19/2026

Great to attend the Medicine Hat College Centre for Innovation Research and Innovation Showcase yesterday!

It was exciting to see the incredible work completed by the summer research students. Their innovative projects tackled real-world challenges and showcased the creativity and potential of the next generation of innovators.

Looking forward to seeing some of these ideas come to life in the years ahead.

08/18/2026

Is your organization looking to improve employee retention and build a more adaptable workforce?

Join EMC Canada’s upcoming virtual session, Training for Retention and Adaptability, and discover practical approaches to onboarding, knowledge transfer, and workforce development.

Participants will learn strategies for redesigning training materials using visuals, plain language, and multi-modal formats while exploring how accessible training strengthens workforce adaptability and cross-training capacity.

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 11AM MST
Register here: https://emccanada.org/events/join/training-for-retention-and-adaptability