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Olds - Welcome
On behalf of the council and citizens of the Town of Olds, I take great pride in welcoming you to our community. You will find Olds to be a prosperous, progressive and friendly community that many entrepreneurs and businesses have chosen to call home. Our quality of life, strategic location, diverse and strong agriculture area and active oil & gas sector have proven attractive tour businesses and residents. Combine this with the presence of Olds College and it is clear "OLDS" is one of the most sought after communities in Western Canada.

"I invite you to visit Olds and see for yourself why everyone from the small business person to national and international manufacturing firms have chosen Olds as their home," - Mayor Norma Duncan.

For more information on our community, please visit the Town of Olds website www.town.olds.ab.ca/.

Area Overview
The Town of Olds is ideally located on the Calgary/Edmonton highway #2 corridor, only 50 minutes away from the Calgary International Airport. The Town has a population of approximately 6,000 people. Olds College, western Canada's premier agricultural college provides training in agricultural technologies and business management; is a vital asset of the Olds community. The College also provides important research facilities, liaison with other research facilities and co-venture projects in specific areas. Olds is a rapidly growing, progressive community that enjoys a strong work ethic and a healthy quality of life. As a regional service centre, it provides a full compliment and abundant array of services.

Location
The Town of Olds is located in the County of Mountain View #17, between Calgary and Edmonton. It is 208 km south of Edmonton and 90 km north of Calgary.

Economic Base
An abundance of oil and gas reserves [10% of the provincial oil production and 23% of the gas production] has created a very favourable environment for economic growth in the area.Also, the County of Mountain View is the heartland of agriculture in Alberta. Olds is the regional market and service centre to a total of 1,784 farms. The County has a mixed farming base which allows its farmers to respond positively to various economic conditions. Because of its diversity, this farming community provides a secure base for a stable economy.

Area Links
www.town.olds.ab.ca



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