BUSINESS SUPPORT & FUNDING
CAMROSE COUNTY GRANTS
The intake for this grant is now closed. Thank you to all of the applicants and congratulations to all of the winners.
The grant has been fully allocated for 2026. It will reopen in the Spring of 2027.
Camrose County is committed to encouraging the strength and vitality of our local economy. Enabling a prosperous economy is one of our strategic priorities.
The ACCT incentive program is intended to assist new and expanding businesses through a tax incentive on the changing assessment of the new development.
The purpose of the incentive program is to encourage business development and permanent employment in Camrose County.
Any entity who intends to establish or expand a business within Camrose County may submit an application for the ACCT incentive program.
Eligible Development shall receive municipal tax relief as follows:
Year 1: 100% exemption from municipal property taxes for the newly assessed
portion of the property.
Year 2: 75% exemption from municipal property taxes for the newly assessed
portion of the property.
Year 3: 50% exemption from municipal property taxes for the newly ass
For a complete list of requirements please review Bylaw 1574.
LOCAL SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS
The Camrose County Economic Development Team is here to support local businesses and entrepreneurs. We can help you with:
- Opening, purchasing, or expanding a business
- Business promotion and advertising opportunities
- Workforce attraction and employee recruitment support
- Information on grants, funding programs, and resources
- Connections to local partners and business services
- And much more
Contact us at ecdev@county.camrose.ab.ca, 780-678-307
The Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce is a strong collective voice committed to fostering a prosperous, vibrant, and dynamic business community. It is a non-profit organization designed to meet business needs.
We invite you to become a member.
Contact:
Camrose & District Chamber of CommerceÂ
5402 48 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0J7
P:780-672-4217Â
Community Futures has over 30 years of experience helping rural entrepreneurs grow and thrive as small business owners.
Services Include:
- Loans for entrepreneurs wishing to start, expand or purchase a small business.
- One on one business counselling.
- Workshops and coaching.
- Strategic community planning and support for rural economies.
Contact:
Community Futures East Central Alberta
4909B - 48 St. Office #103, Camrose AB
Phone: 780-608-7875Â
Community Futures has over 30 years of experience helping rural entrepreneurs grow and thrive as small business owners. The services for small businesses are designed to help East Parkland residents start, grow, expand, franchise, or sell their businesses.
With a number of specialized business training programs, regular business networking events, and flexible business loans on offer, they are here to help you achieve your business goals.
Contact:
Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network (CARIN)
Driving growth of the innovation ecosystem in Central Alberta by providing support to technology and knowledge-based companies.
OTHER BUSINESS SUPPORT
- Camrose County Economic Development Team – Local guidance on starting a business, land/buildings, permits, grants, promotion, and business connections.
- Business Link – Free one-on-one support, market research, planning tools, training, and startup guidance.
- Community Futures Alberta – Rural business loans, mentoring, and support for entrepreneurs.
- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) – Financing, advisory services, and growth support.
- ATB Financial – Banking, financing, and business resources.
- Futurpreneur Canada – Startup loans and mentorship for entrepreneurs ages 18–39.
- Alberta Women Entrepreneurs – Financing, mentoring, and training for women entrepreneurs.
- Alberta Innovates – Innovation funding and commercialization support.
- Alberta Catalyzer – Early-stage startup support for idea validation and mentorship.
- Startup Canada – Entrepreneur tools, community, and support.
- BizPaL – Search federal, provincial, and municipal permits and licences.
- Business Benefits Finder – Find grants, funding, and federal support programs.
- Alberta Youth Employment Incentive – Wage support for hiring youth (up to $7,500)
- Student Work Placement Program – Wage subsidies for post-secondary student hires
- Canada Summer Jobs – Seasonal wage subsidy program
- Government of Canada Wage Subsidies – Various hiring supports across sectors
- CAREERS: NextGen – Funding and support for hiring interns
- Youth in Trades Incentive Program – Support for skilled trades apprenticeships
- Canada-Alberta Job Grant – Funding for employee training and upskilling
- NorQuest College – Training and workforce development support
- Directions For Wellness Inc. – Workplace training, professional development, and corporate services
- SATO Canada – Safety and training for the oil & gas industry
- ACCES Employment – Connect with internationally trained professionals ready to work in Canada
- Job Connector – Matches employers with job seekers and workforce supports
- Maskwacis Employment Centre – Indigenous workforce connections, job fairs, and services
- We Can Connect – Recruitment, employer support, and job search specialists
- DFW (Decide. Focus. Work.) – Employment support and job readiness services
- Alberta Learning Information Service (ALIS) – Career planning, hiring tools, and labour market insights
- KATE – Virtual HR Advisor – Free HR support tool for hiring, policies, and employee management
- Battle River Innovation Centre – Regional business and employment services
- 2021 Census of Agriculture
- Agribusiness Site Explorer
- Agricultural Economics, Competitiveness and Statistics
- Agricultural Investment Services
- Agricultural Job Connector
- Agri-food and Local Food
- Agri-processing Business Resources
- Alberta Agri-Food Products and Services Export Catalogue
- Alberta Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit – Supporting investments of at least $10 million to build or expand value-added agri-processing facilities
- Alberta Food Directories
- Alberta Beef Producers
- Alberta Canola
- Alberta Cattle Feeders' Association
- Alberta Food Processors Association
- Alberta Grains
- Alberta Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development
- Alberta Pork
- Alberta Pulse Growers Commission
- CFIA’s Toolkit for Food Businesses
- CFIA’s Guide to Permits, Licences and Approvals
- Canadian Beef Centre of Excellence
- Canadian Cattle Association
- Canadian Cocoon Testing Centre
- Canadian Forage and Grassland Association
- Canadian International Grains Institute
- Field Crop Development Centre (FCDC)
- Food Processing Development Centre
- Food Science and Technology Centre
- Grain Harvest and Export Quality
- Lacombe Research and Development Centre
- Lethbridge Research and Development Centre
- On-Farm Value-Added Program – Helps primary producers grow sales, expand production capacity, explore market opportunities, and create jobs in Alberta
- Plant Protein Alliance of Alberta
- Protein Industries Canada
- Rural Economic Development – Resources and information for rural development in Alberta
- Small Community Opportunity Program – Grants for non-profits, Indigenous communities, and small communities to build capacity in agriculture, small business, and local economic development
- Swine Research Technology Centre (SRTC)
- Young Agrarians Farm Apprenticeship Program
- Alberta Tourism
- Tourism Industry Association of Alberta
- Tourism HR Canada
- Travel Alberta Industry Hub
- Destination Canada
- Go East of Edmonton – Regional destination marketing organization promoting local tourism businesses and visitor experiences
- Indigenous Tourism Alberta
- Alberta Tourism Sector Strategy
- Camrose County Tourism Support
- Alberta Tourism Market Monitor – Monthly tourism data on travel, accommodation, and attendance statistics
- Travel Alberta Tourism Indicators – Insights on tourism trends, economic impact, visitor data, and market intelligence
- Tourism Industry Association of Alberta Indicators – Tourism trends, economic impact, visitor data, and market intelligence
- Go East of Edmonton Team – Marketing and advertising support for tourism businesses
- Construction Innovation Centre (CIC)
- Alternative Construction Technologies Centre
- Green Building Technology Lab and Demonstration Centre
- InnoTech Alberta
- Smart, Sustainable, Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA)
- BILD Alberta Housing Data – Monthly housing information compiled from CMHC and AREA, providing regional and provincial housing statistics
- Alberta Film Commission – Support for film and media productions in Alberta.
- Business Renewables Centre-Canada – Resources for renewable energy procurement.
- Canadian Centre for Cyber Security – Cybersecurity guidance and tools for businesses.
- Alberta Economic outlook, analysis and statistics
- Alberta Industry Profiles
- Alberta Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development
- Alberta Ministry of Infrastructure
- Alberta Ministry of Labour and Immigration
- Alberta Ministry of Municipal Affairs
- Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy & Trade
- Invest Alberta
- Travel Alberta
- Open Government Portal (Alberta)
- Alberta's Economic Data and Insights:
- Municipal locations and codes: Municipal locations in Alberta, as well as municipal codes, information systems, and datasets.
- Contract opportunities with the Government of Alberta: Bid on procurement opportunities for government goods, services and construction.
- Economic development funding and grants: Tax credits, grants and other funding programs to stimulate regional economic development.
- 2021 Census of Population
- Canada Business Financial Performance Data
- Export Development Canada
- Federation of Canadian Municipalities
- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
- National Broadband Internet Service Availability Map
- National Research Council
- Open Government (Canada)
- Export Development Canada
- Canada Revenue Agency – Business registration, tax accounts, payroll, and tax guidance.
- Export Development Canada (EDC) – Export financing and international growth support.
- Procurement Assistance Canada – Help selling to the Government of Canada.
- Canada Post – Shipping and e-commerce solutions.
- Canadian Centre for Cyber Security – Cybersecurity tools and guidance.
- Platform Calgary – Startup programs and mentorship.
- Edmonton Unlimited – Startup accelerators and entrepreneur programs.
- Fundica – Search tool for grants, tax credits, and financing.
- Start Up Canada Tariff Tool Kit
- Government of Canada Tariff Finder
- ATB Tariffs, Trade and Alberta
- Global Affairs- International trade and investment
- AEEP: Alberta Export Expansion Program | Alberta.ca
- Alberta Innovates ITPP: International Technology Partnership Program
- BDC: Resources for businesses affected by U.S. tariff
- Canadian Chamber: Canada-US Trade Tracker
- Canadian Manufacturers and Exports: Information Hub & Trade and Tariffs
- EMC Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium: Member Needs Help Q & A
- Export Development Canada: United States Market Intelligence
- Export Development Canada: Solutions to navigate uncertainty
- MNP Trade Impact Navigator
- Tariff Exposure Risk Assessment Tool
- Trade Commissioner: Trade Commissioner Service – Home
Contact Us
Economic Development
3755 - 43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8
Phone:Â 780-678-3070 | Email: ecdev@county.camrose.ab.ca
Camrose County is located on Treaty 6 territory. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.
