Alberta has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Tri-Municipal Industrial Partnership (TMIP) to coordinate the development of a new eco-industrial area in Greenview, about 40 kilometres south of Grande Prairie.

The area will be a global energy and petrochemical manufacturing hub that will support jobs, attract international investment and showcase innovation in the region. The MOU sets the groundwork for future decisions, discussions and planning by the TMIP.

Jason Nixon, Minister of Environment and Parks: “We’re working with municipalities, Indigenous communities and the oil and gas industry to grow and diversify our economy in a way that is sustainable and innovation-focused. This collaboration presents an exciting opportunity to tap into the abundance of talent and potential this region has to offer while restoring investor confidence and sending a strong message that Alberta is open for business.”

The new area, which is already equipped with rail, road and pipeline infrastructure, will focus on attracting large-scale heavy industrial projects that also demonstrate cutting-edge technologies and environmentally conscious practices.

The MOU is the result of the TMIP’s work to prepare an Area Structure Plan to guide industrial development in the new eco-industrial area. Engagement played a vital role in developing the plan, which included input from the public, industry, Indigenous communities, financial institutions, utility providers, and municipal and provincial government representatives.

Bill Given, mayor, City of Grande Prairie: “The City of Grande Prairie is proud to have been able to do our part to advance this strategic partnership, with the goal of creating an investment-ready zone that will boost the regional and provincial economy to the benefit of us all. We appreciate the provincial government’s support for the Tri-Municipal Industrial Partnership.”

Quick facts:  The TMIP was formed in 2017 by the Municipal District of Greenview, the County of Grande Prairie and the City of Grande Prairie to work toward developing a world-class eco-industrial district.