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By Nathaniel Leigh

Invest NW Alberta

Grande Prairie-Greenview Corridor leading non-metro housing growth

Feb 10, 2026 | 12:29 PM

Invest Northwest Alberta is celebrating significant growth in the Grande Prairie-Greenview Corridor.

In 2025 the combine region recorded 579 housing starts, an over 60 per cent increase from 2024.

Officials say this marks the highest growth rate and largest net increase in starts among all non-metro regions in the province.

“What we are seeing across the Grande Prairie–Greenview Corridor is clear proof that northwestern Alberta continues to lead as an economic powerhouse for the province,” said Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton. “Beyond strong industry, this region offers exceptional value, a high quality of life, and real opportunity. Building a career here is an investment in your future and in a community where success and livability go hand in hand.”

“We are proud of the growth and investor confidence we are seeing not only in our County but across the region,” said Reeve Amanda McDonald, County of Grande Prairie. “The Grande Prairie–Greenview Corridor continues to prove it is a place full of opportunity where people come to build a strong career, earn a great wage, and enjoy a high quality of life. For many, what starts as a five-year plan becomes a place to put down roots for a lifetime.”

“The powerful momentum that is driving growth across the Grande Prairie–Greenview Corridor is a testament to the strength of northwestern Alberta as a whole,” said Reeve Ryan Ratzlaff, MD of Greenview. “Our region’s position at the forefront of provincial housing growth reflects more than strong numbers; it reflects the trust that families and businesses place in this region as a place to build a better future. Here, opportunity isn’t just a promise; it’s something people experience every day through stable employment, supportive communities, and an exceptional quality of life.”

“It’s why more individuals and families are choosing to build their future here and why Greenview remains committed to supporting growth that strengthens our entire region,” adds Ratzlaff.

Officials further point out, early indicators heading into 2026 are showing continued momentum.

They say more than $14 billion in planned investments are anticipated for the region in 2026 though various residential, commercial and industrial projects already announced or advancing through planning stages.