Battle River Alliance for Economic Development

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The Battle River Alliance for Economic Development (BRAED) is a group of thirty-six communities and one associate member in east-central Alberta that work cooperatively and voluntarily to address community economic development issues from a regional perspective.

BRAED was established in 2001 and incorporated as a not-for-profit company in August, 2002.

The BRAED region has a population of over 64,000 residents.  The main source of income is from annual membership fees and government part funding.

Mission:  To enhance regional economic development
opportunities in the Battle River Region

The region’s people are hard-working and resourceful, with strong ties to the land and a deep commitment to their families and neighbours. The region lies within the central part of Alberta, the province’s fertile and productive “breadbasket”. BRAED’s resource-b

ased economic drivers include agriculture, oil and gas, construction, mining and retail services.

This site provides information useful to anyone interested in business development, investment opportunities, residential relocation, or visitation to the BRAED region.

Browse the site by selecting one of the topics listed on this page, or contact the BRAED office directly by calling (780) 385-2450.