Close proximity to major markets, business-friendly municipal governments, seamless transportation links, a skilled workforce, and an ideal agricultural climate has allowed the Taber region to thrive. The cities of Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, and Calgary as well as the United States border are all within short driving distances and this ideal location presents businesses and residents with access to the opportunities associated with those markets. Given the region’s size and rural base, businesses here are able to capitalize on proximity to large markets while enjoying the affordable land and development prices in the Taber region.

Highway 3 connects the region west out to British Columbia and joins up with the Trans-Canada Highway east. Highway 36, which carries the “high load” designation, also passes through the region and provides excellent access to the American border to the south and stretches as far north as Fort McMurray.

The low cost of doing business in the region is also very attractive for companies looking to expand or start up.

The province of Alberta has competitive corporate tax rates for manufacturers and processors, there are no capital or payroll taxes and there is no provincial sales tax. Furthermore, in order to encourage development for both new and existing businesses the municipalities within the Municipal District of Taber offer competitive utility rates.

Whether you are an entrepreneur looking to start a new business or an existing company looking for a thriving community to grow and expand into, the Taber region has a lot to offer!