Major projects

As of March 31, 2011, there were 166 projects, which were proposed, planned, under construction or recently completed in the Capital region.  Projects are spread over a number of economic sectors, with more than half of the total projects (92 of 166) being in the infrastructure and institutional sectors. 

The total value for the projects in the Capital region was $18.9 billion, as of March 31, 2011. Infrastructure (including the northwest section of the Anthony Henday ring round around Edmonton) accounts for 30% of that figure.  About 21% of the region’s total project value is attributable to the Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. / North West Upgrading oil sands upgrader phase 1, planned to start construction in 2012. 

The Capital region includes 10% of the total value of major construction projects in Alberta. As of the end of March, there were 10 projects totaling $678 million that were on hold.

Please Note: 2010 and 2011 cannot be compared because some projects are carried over several years and there is only one cost available for the entire project.

Date Updated:
RDP-2377