Business Development

The Town of Olds and Mountain View Power (MVP) are celebrating the first wave of transformations under the Uptowne Storefront Beautification Grant—an initiative aimed at enhancing the unique character and visual appeal of the Uptowne Olds area.

A new medical clinic is opening in Olds, creating important opportunities to expand local health care and attract new physicians to the community. The Care First Medical Clinic, set to open September 12, 2025, means more doctors practicing in our community, a welcome step forward for health care in our community.

Mountain View Power (MVP), Olds’ locally owned energy marketer, has launched a new brand identity that reflects its commitment to optimism, community, and the power of working together. The refreshed look symbolizes bright ideas and the energizing force of community investment.

We’re excited to share that the Town of Olds Administration Office has officially reopened—now at its new location and with a new name!

A new residential development is officially underway in Olds. Seymour Pacific Developments has broken ground on Silverside Pointe, a six-storey 92-unit rental building located on 65 Avenue near local shopping, dining, and services.

Town Council has formally approved the Town of Olds Housing Strategy, marking a major step forward in ensuring the community is well-positioned to meet current and future housing needs. The Strategy was adopted during the July 14, 2025, Council meeting following more than a year of in-depth public engagement, technical analysis, and regional consultation. 

The Town of Olds is pleased to announce The Mountain View Power (MVP) Community Grant Evaluation Committee has selected six local organizations to receive a total of $43,100 in funding through the Spring 2025 intake of the MVP Community Grants Program.

The Town of Olds is developing a Housing Strategy. Your feedback from the Housing Strategy Survey will help us plan for housing over the next 10 to 20 years.

Mountain View Power, your local energy retailer committed to reinvesting in the community, is excited to announce the launch of the Storefront Beautification Grant. This new initiative aims to provide funding assistance to Uptowne businesses looking to enhance and revitalize their storefronts.

The recent Commercial Gap Analysis confirms that Olds has strong market potential and room for business growth. Commissioned by the Town of Olds and conducted by FBM Planning Ltd., the study highlights the community’s strengths as a regional shopping destination and identifies key areas to expand retail and services. The findings provide valuable insights into local opportunities, helping guide future economic development.