Manufacturing

Wetaskiwin, Alberta has been a trusted manufacturing hub for over 70 years. Since the 1950s, metal fabrication and machinery companies have chosen Wetaskiwin for its strategic Central Alberta location, skilled workforce, and pro-business environment. With easy access to major trade routes and investment incentives that reduce start-up costs, Wetaskiwin continues to attract manufacturers ready to expand, innovate, and grow.

Why Choose Wetaskiwin for Manufacturing?

Central Alberta Advantage

Located in the heart of Alberta’s manufacturing corridor, Wetaskiwin sits within one of Canada’s most productive metal and machinery regions. Businesses here benefit from proximity to suppliers, transportation networks, and a growing regional labour force — making it easier to scale and stay competitive.

Strategic Location

Wetaskiwin offers unmatched connectivity to major markets across Western Canada and North America:

• Just off the CANAMEX Trade Corridor, linking Canada, the U.S., and Mexico

• 10 minutes from the QEII Highway, Alberta’s primary north-south economic artery

• Direct access to Highways 2A and 13, connecting to Edmonton, Red Deer, Calgary, and Saskatchewan

• 35 minutes from Edmonton International Airport (EIA) — Alberta’s major cargo and logistics hub

• Junction point for the Canadian Pacific Railway (CP)

• Home to the Wetaskiwin Regional Airport, located on Victor 301W low-altitude air route between Calgary and Edmonton

Skilled and Affordable Workforce

Wetaskiwin is home to a diverse, highly skilled workforce with strong expertise in metal fabrication, machinery, transportation, and equipment operation. Employers benefit from competitive labour costs and access to regional training programs that support workforce development and industrial growth.

Technology-Ready Infrastructure

As one of the first Alberta cities to partner with TELUS on PureFibre installation, Wetaskiwin delivers ultra-fast, reliable internet for advanced manufacturing, automation, and logistics operations.

Pro-Business Incentives

Wetaskiwin’s investment-friendly climate supports manufacturers with significant cost advantages:

• 3-Year Industrial Tax Incentive: 75% in Year 1, 50% in Year 2, 25% in Year 3

• No Machinery & Equipment Taxation

• Alberta’s 8% Corporate Tax Rate — the lowest in Canada

Build Your Future in Wetaskiwin

With competitive costs, exceptional connectivity, and a proven track record in manufacturing, Wetaskiwin is ready for your next expansion or relocation. Join a community that’s growing with purpose — where innovation, industry, and opportunity come together.

Invest in Wetaskiwin. Build your success here.

Key Local Manufacturers:

• Manluk Industries
• Nucor Grating
• Supreme International
• Masco Cranes
• AC Dandy
• Kimto Manufacturing
• Annugas
• Arctos Fabrication
• Alberta Box Center