Oil & Gas Processing

Fort Saskatchewan is a global hub for oil and gas processing, with a low-tax, cost-competitive energy environment that’s designed to help businesses grow, innovate, and reach new global markets.

This industry is vital to the economic backbone of Fort Saskatchewan and Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. As the largest hydrocarbon processing region in Canada, the Heartland is a global hub for oil and gas processing, petrochemical manufacturing, and advanced manufacturing. More than 40 companies have invested over $50 billion into the region, tapping into its world-class infrastructure and abundant resources.

Key Statistics & Infrastructure

Why Fort Saskatchewan?

• Abundant, Low-Cost Feedstock: Close proximity to Alberta’s oilfields ensures a steady, competitively priced supply of raw materials.
• Strategic Transportation: Transload yards and CN/CPKC rail networks offer seamless transport across North America and access to global markets.
• Global Export Access: Railway links to the Port of Prince Rupert provide faster, more efficient routes to Asian markets for companies focused on exports.
• Alberta Carbon Trunk Line (ACTL): Fort Saskatchewan is home to the world’s largest carbon capture project, able to capture and sequester 14.6 million tons of CO₂ annually and supporting companies that are committed to sustainability.
• Skilled Workforce: 66% of residents hold post-secondary qualifications, with nearby universities and technical institutes providing a constant stream of new talent for industrial sectors.
• Strong Industrial Base: Over 40 world-class companies such as Dow, Sherritt, and Plains Midstream work together to foster collaboration and innovation in the region.

Incentives & Support Programs

Fort Saskatchewan provides comprehensive support through municipal, provincial, and federal programs.

Municipal Incentives

• Heartland Incentive Program

Provincial Programs

• Alberta Petrochemical Incentive Program
• Alberta Carbon Capture Incentive Program

Federal Support

• Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit
• Strategic Innovation Fund
• Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage Investment Tax Credit

Transportation & Logistics

Fort Saskatchewan is connected to the rest of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland and the capital region by exceptionally efficient transportation and logistics, including:

• Highway Access: Convenient locations on Highways 15 and 21, offering direct routes to Edmonton and other key markets
• Rail Networks: Integrated CN and CPKC connections for efficient freight transport
• Export Routes: Proximity to the Port of Prince Rupert, which is 500 nautical miles closer to Asia than other Pacific Northwest ports, and can ship to Asia in 11 days.
• Air Access: Expedited access to global markets via Edmonton International Airport

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