About the Acheson Industrial Area
A Premier Industrial Hub in Western Canada
Located just minutes west of Edmonton, the Acheson Industrial Area is one of Western Canada’s most dynamic and strategically positioned industrial regions.
Home to businesses of every size, from entrepreneurial ventures and homegrown success stories to national brands and international corporations, Acheson combines exceptional transportation access, competitive operating advantages and a collaborative business community built for growth.
Whether you’re looking to invest, expand or establish a new operation, Acheson offers the infrastructure, connections and opportunities to help your business thrive.
BUILT FOR BUSINESS
Acheson’s location, infrastructure and available land have made it a destination for businesses looking for efficient access to markets and room to grow.
Connected
With immediate access to Highways 60, 16 and 16A, the CANAMEX Trade Corridor and the CN main line, Acheson serves as an important regional and national hub for transportation, logistics and distribution.
Its proximity to the Edmonton International Airport further connects businesses with customers, suppliers and markets across North America.
Ready for Growth
Acheson offers a range of fully serviced and shovel-ready land designed to accommodate businesses across multiple sectors.
From heavy-haul access and expansive storage areas to international rail connectivity and flexible parcel sizes for custom development, businesses have the flexibility to build around their operational needs.
Full municipal water and wastewater servicing, well-developed transportation corridors and efficient development approval processes further support seamless operations and long-term growth.
A Competitive Place to Invest
Businesses in Acheson benefit from some of the lowest non-residential tax rates in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, along with competitive land prices and reduced development costs.
Together, these advantages create a compelling environment for companies looking to invest, relocate or expand.
Room to Expand
With more than 10 million square feet of developed industrial space and thousands of acres still available for development, Acheson has the capacity to accommodate businesses of all sizes.
Whether you’re establishing a new operation or planning for future expansion, there is room to build and scale in Acheson.
A Diverse Business Community
Acheson’s strength isn’t tied to a single industry.
Manufacturing, transportation, logistics, construction, technology, professional services, energy, retail and many other sectors contribute to a diverse and resilient economic ecosystem.
The community includes small entrepreneurial ventures, provincial leaders, national brands, international corporations, corporate head offices and major employers with more than 1,000 employees.
Together, they contribute to a business environment rich in expertise, services and opportunities for connection, while helping create greater long-term economic stability for the region.
Growth is Already Happening
Acheson is far from finished growing.
Strong demand for industrial space continues to drive investment and new development throughout the region. Major projects including Remington Tower, Ranchlands and the Panattoni Development are bringing new facilities and new opportunities to the community.
Serviceable land also remains available for businesses ready to build, creating opportunities for both new ventures and established companies looking to expand their presence in the region.
Acheson’s combination of affordability, strategic transportation access, a diverse labour pool and a supportive development environment provides a strong foundation for continued industrial growth.
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More Than an Industrial Park
What makes Acheson special isn’t only its size, infrastructure or strategic location. It’s the community that has developed here.
Businesses genuinely support one another. They share knowledge, recommend services, celebrate each other’s successes and work together to solve challenges. While healthy competition exists, collaboration is a defining part of doing business in Acheson.
The community itself continues to evolve as well. Growing amenities and services, from banking and coffee shops to locally owned businesses and gathering spaces, are making Acheson an increasingly convenient and connected place for the thousands of people who come here to work each day.
It’s this combination of opportunity and community that makes Acheson more than simply a place to operate a business. It’s a place where businesses can belong.
The Hub & Voice of Acheson
Behind Acheson’s strong business community is an organization dedicated to helping it thrive.
The Acheson Business Association (ABA) brings businesses together, advocates for the needs of the region and connects members with the people, information and resources that can help them succeed.
Through advocacy, networking, professional development, business resources and partnerships throughout the region, the ABA works to strengthen both the businesses that call Acheson home and the industrial community as a whole.