Tracy Gardner

Central Alberta Economic Partnership

We stimulate economic growth through strategic regional partnerships by connecting members to tools, resources, training and people. Representing over 45 municipalities and organizations, CAEP is a collaborative approach to accelerate a sustainable and innovative economy in Central Alberta. Our Vision: Be recognized across Canada as an innovative and prosperous region. Our Mission: Empower our communities to advance sustainable regional economic development. Our Values: CAEP puts communities first, is open and inclusive, acts with integrity, and provides leadership. The needs of our members coupled with our strengths and capabilities as a partnership, CAEP is best positioned to empower Central Alberta communities by: Influential Relationships: We are catalysts for collaborative, community-minded relationships focused on advancing sustainable, regional development. Knowledge-sharing and Resources: We create, share, and foster knowledge-sharing and the use of economic development tools to ensure communities are enabled and supported to advance innovative practices and prosperity. Capacity Building: We create learning and training opportunities, lead research, and identify regional trends that enable communities – including their economic development professionals – to identify, pursue, and achieve economic development opportunities. Reflecting regional interests: We work to understand and reflect the collective and unique interests of our region and communities, sharing, promoting, and actively representing our opportunities, successes, and desired outcomes.