The Town of Okotoks is dedicated to fostering a high quality of life for current and future generations by strengthening our local economy and creating new opportunities for businesses and jobs. Our 2024-2029 Economic Development Strategy serves as a guiding roadmap to achieve this vision—ensuring sustainable growth while preserving the town’s friendly, charming, and unique character.
Developed through extensive research, analysis, and community engagement, this strategy builds on Okotoks’ strengths, identifies challenges, and explores future opportunities. It reflects the voices of local businesses, industry leaders, community organizations, youth, and regional partners—including Indigenous economic development organizations—to create a strategy that is both inclusive and impactful.
Our economic vision is closely aligned with existing town planning efforts and will soon be enhanced by the upcoming Tourism Strategy in early 2025. Together, these initiatives support a resilient and diversified economy, helping Okotoks stand out as a welcoming and business-friendly community that values innovation, sustainability, and local prosperity.
By implementing this strategy, Okotoks continues to strengthen its position as a dynamic and desirable place to live, work, and do business—one that seamlessly balances economic opportunity with the small-town charm and natural beauty that make it so special.