Sledding in the Snowmobile Capital of Alberta….Jet boat races on the Athabasca River…Tubing on the McLeod River…Camping at Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park…Take a breath – there’s more. How about quading? A challenging golf course? Cross-country skiing? Hunting? It’s all here and it could be in your own backyard. All this – a welcoming and enthusiastic community, great recreation, unlimited opportunity – and we’re only 1-½ hours from Edmonton.
Message from the Chair
Welcome to Whitecourt and Woodlands County! The Joint Economic Development Committee is an economic development organization committed to encouraging investment and development. Working with local associates and organizations, the Committee encourages a thriving business climate in northern Alberta for your business. Our region offers the assets of an urban area, all while providing the convenience and affordability of a smaller community.
There’s no end to the possibilities when rural communities join forces to combine their strengths and explore their opportunities. We’re proud to be home to some of Alberta’s leading forestry and oil and gas industries. The growth that we’ve experienced in the last decade has created exciting new business and employment opportunities in all sectors of our economy.
If you’re considering a change in lifestyle or new career, or if you’re looking to open or relocate your business in the region, take the time to consider the Town of Whitecourt and Woodlands County.
To speak with a community representative, please contact either:
We are happy to assist you in your relocation or expansion decisions. For further information, please visit our member municipalities’ websites.
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Williard Strebchuk, Chair
Whitecourt and Woodlands County Joint Economic Development Committee
The following are members on the Joint Economic Development Committee:
- Whitecourt Mayor Trevor Thain
- Whitecourt Town Councillor Williard Strebchuk
- Whitecourt Public Member: Ms. Brenda McLeod
- Woodlands County Mayor Jim Rennie
- Woodlands County Councillor Alan Deane
- Woodlands County Public Member: Mr. Jason Karst
- Whitecourt & District Chamber President: Mrs. Gayle Mombourquette
Committee Achievements
Party In The Park
The first annual Party In The Park kicked off in 2007. Party In The Park, hosted by the Joint Economic Development Committee, offers an afternoon of music and entertainment the entire family can enjoy. It is the Committee's goal to host the event annually, and that local organizations partner in the organization of this exciting community affair. Party In The Park featured a number of local artists and talent and was headlined by the Canadian band “Trooper” in 2007, "April Wine" in 2008, "Streetheart" in 2009, and 54-40 in 2010. Watch for details in the coming months on this year’s Party In The Park!
Partnership with the Whitecourt Trailblazers Snowmobile Club
In 2005, Whitecourt received the trademark distinction of being the “Snowmobile Capital of Alberta.” Since receiving this recognition, the Joint Economic Development Committee has work with the Whitecourt Trailblazers Snowmobile Club to promote the region and the array of opportunities we have to offer to those who enjoy the sport of snowmobiling. The Committee partnered with the Club to purchase new trail grooming equipment to ensure our trails are in top-notch condition, and in addition to its annual contribution of funds to assist with ongoing trail maintenance. The Committee is a proud partner of the Trailblazers Snowmobile Club in hosting Western Canada’s largest snowmobile rally and looks forward to working with the Club in promoting Whitecourt and Woodlands County as snowmobile adventure destination.
Partnership with the Whitecourt Riverboat Association
The Joint Economic Development Committee works with the Whitecourt Riverboat Association in the coordination of events at the annual Jetboat Races and in hosting the World Jetboat Races every 4 years. The Committee recently applied for and received grant funding on behalf of the Association for the purchase of bleachers to enhancement spectators’ enjoyment at the annual event. The Committee will continue to partner with the Whitecourt Riverboat Association to organize the annual race event and to promote the 2011 World Jetboat Races that will be hosted in Whitecourt.
For further information economic development information for our region, please visit: