Business Development
Business Development continues throughout the City of North Battleford which has become and is known as the service "hub" of Northwest Saskatchewan.
2009 has certainly been a year of growth with commercial building permits totalling $4,964,000 as of August 31st -- exceeding total commercial building permits issued throughout all of 2008 at $4,611,000.
Some recent new developments include Mark's, Farm Credit Canada and Oil Can Charlie's. In addition, there are some major projects in the works. SaskPower is investing $250,000,000 in developing the Yellowhead Power Station in Parsons Industrial Park. The University of Saskatchewan is developing a $12,000,000 Canadian Feed Technology Research Facility and Golden Health Care Inc. is investing $8,000,000 in a Private Care Home.
Recently, the City of North Battelford held a sod turning for the Battlefords Multipurpose Facility which, once complete, will be a four component project housing a curling rink, performing arts centre, indoor soccer field and an aquatic centre. Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2010 and the economic spinoffs will be significant for many years to come.
The City of North Battleford is a major Saskatchewan tourism destination as we are situated in "lake country" and nearby Table Mountain Ski Resort. Local businesses certainly benefit from the resulting traffic flow.
The City of North Battleford initiated a successful business plan to diversify the local economy. Today, the Parsons Industrial Park is home to a growing number of companies who produce world-class products for markets in Canada, the USA and Asia. Many new businesses from various industries are making this industrial area their new home.
Business Investment
* Commercial Businesses pay only $115 per year for licensing fees.
* Occupancy permits are free of charge.
The City of North Battleford has some of the lowest lot prices within the whole province. The province of Saskatchewan has the lowest lot prices within all of Canada.
The City of North Battleford may offer incentives for business expansions or new businesses to the area, based on a number of factors. These include: type of business or industry, location of business, number of employees, amount of investment, renovation and development and aesthetic appeal. Each case is considered on an individual basis.
The City of North Battleford has a strong history. Over the past several years, King Street Station has helped shape the development of North Battleford as a focal point for both commercial and cultural activity. The City of North Battleford grew from the CNR Railway -- the area in which King Street Station is situated. We have developed a concept plan for the King Street Station area, which, once fully developed, will create a unique environment designed to incorporate the history of our City with historic lighting, trees and decorations. Businesses who choose this site are provided with free parking and park area maintenance. There are locations within the concept plan designated specifically for entertainment, dining and retail services. There will also be a common area for public events such as live entertainment and a farmer's market.
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