Economic Development Events

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Let's Talk Economic Growth Forum - Event Recording (February 27, 2026)

Lac La Biche County and Portage College were proud to host the first “Let’s Talk Economic Growth” Forum on February 27, 2026. The forum brought together panelists like the Honourable Brian Jean (Provincial Minister of Energy and Minerals), the Honourable Todd Loewen (Provincial Minister of Forestry & Parks), Lac La Biche County Mayor Paul Reutov, and representatives from industry and local business. Together, they discussed topics key to the continued growth of our region as an economic hub in northern Alberta, all in format that was open and free to the public and local business community.

Watch the full event recording above.