Beautiful by nature, diverse by culture, vibrant by choice!
As a key hub in northwestern Alberta near mile zero of the Mackenzie Highway to the Northwest Territories, Peace River offers urban amenities and a dynamic economy all while nestled within a stunning rural landscape.
Why Peace River?
Peace River is a key administrative and business centre within the Peace Country region - the northernmost major agricultural region in North America. Home to a critical concentration of forestry, oil & gas, and agriculture support services, along with retail, hospitality, and healthcare services, businesses in Peace River benefit from a combined market of over 15,000 people residing both in the town and throughout several communities located within a 100 kilometer radius.
The Peace River Advantage:
| Dynamic economy | Forestry, Oil & Gas, and Agriculture Support Services Construction Transportation Retail & Small Business Tourism & Hospitality Healthcare |
| Connected transportation infrastructure | Highway 2 Highway 35 Highway 49 Highway 43 CN Rail Peace River Airport (YPE) Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) |
| High-speed telecommunications | Telus Eastlink Starlink |
| Reliable heating and power | ATCO Gas ATCO Electric |
| Young and productive workforce | Median age is 35.6 (2021) |
| Affordable housing | Average home price is $277,018 (2024) |
| Concentration of healthcare services | Peace River Community Health Centre |
| Post-secondary education opportunities | Northern Lakes College NAIT Centre for Boreal Research |
| Modern recreational facilities | Baytex Energy Centre |
| Outdoor leisure activities | Misery Mountain Ski Area Lower West Peace Boat Launch Dyke Trail |
| Unique tourism experiences | Mighty Peace Tourism Grande Prairie Regional Tourism |
Ready to Invest in Peace River?
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