Economic Development and Investment

Welcome to Invest Olds

Your Gateway to Business Growth, Opportunity & Community in Olds, Alberta

Whether you're investing in a new development, launching a business, or growing an existing company, Invest Olds is here to support your journey every step of the way. We’re not just a department, we’re here to help your business succeed. Our mission is to build a strong, diverse economy by welcoming investment and actively working with businesses to help them thrive in our community.

What Is Invest Olds?

Invest Olds is the economic development arm of the Town of Olds. We help identify and facilitate local investment opportunities, while also connecting business owners with tools, resources, and municipal guidance. Our team works closely with developers, entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, and regional partners to make doing business in Olds easier and more rewarding.

We take a personalized, community-driven approach to economic development, offering business support resources, relationships, and real-world knowledge to help you succeed.

Empowering Growth Across Olds' Key Industries

At Invest Olds, we're dedicated to fostering economic development by supporting our community's core industries: agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and retail. Our services are designed to help businesses in these sectors to thrive.

How We Support Your Success

For Investors & Developers

Olds is open for investment and we’re here to help make your project a reality. Whether you’re developing commercial, industrial, or large-scale residential properties, our team offers:

• A dedicated concierge service is your single point of contact to help streamline the process. Our investor concierge manages the regulation so you can focus your business.
• Site selection assistance, including access to our dedicated real estate portal focused on industrial, commercial, and mixed-use residential opportunities.
• Streamlined technical support and quick access to our Development Investment Readiness Tech Team (DIRTT) for large-scale projects covering utility connection, electrification, water and sewer access, logistics, and more. 
• Navigation of development permits, zoning, and regulatory requirements
• Stimulate your investment by accessing a host of local, provincial, and federal incentives and stimulus programs.
• Access to research and data to inform your investment decisions, including demographics, markets / infrastructure, business climate, housing assessments, commercial analysis, and more.

We don’t just hand you a brochure. We walk beside you from vision to completion.

For Local Business Owners

Local businesses are the heart of our community and supporting their success is one of our top priorities. Through Invest Olds and our partnership with the Regional Business Support Network (RBSN), business owners have access to a suite of free, high-impact services designed to help you grow:

• One-on-one business advising through RBSN, including support for business planning, marketing, accessing capital, succession planning, and expansion.
• A Free Business Training Calendar with webinars, in-person workshops, and networking events to help you stay informed, skilled, and connected. Topics include digital marketing, HR best practices, grant writing, and financial literacy
• Free Promotional Opportunities such as participation in shop-local campaigns, and local media features to boost your visibility
• Funding and grant support to help you identify and access opportunities tailored to your business needs and goals.

Quick Access to Key Resources

• View Commercial & Industrial Real Estate Listings
• Apply for a Business License
• Building Permits and Development Permits
• Free Training & Event Calendar

Why Olds?

Olds offers a rare balance of business potential and community feel. We are strategically located along Alberta’s bustling QEII Highway corridor, offering direct access to major markets and transportation infrastructure. But we’re also a town that values connection, collaboration, and quality of life.

With a strong entrepreneurial spirit, modern amenities, and a business-friendly environment, Olds is a place where business can thrive and people love to live.