About Us

Working hard for our home.

SouthGrow’s mission is to accelerate and enhance quality of life, development and sustainability for the communities of the SouthGrow region of Alberta.

The SouthGrow Regional Initiative

SouthGrow Regional Initiative is a member-driven, non-profit regional economic development alliance in south central Alberta. Voting representatives among member communities consist of one elected and one designated community member from each municipality. Our focus is on working with member communities, industry/business, government and others to achieve common purposes in the area of economic development and shared services opportunities.

Strategic Collaboration

We foster a shared vision for regional economic development, encouraging our communities to create opportunities through cooperation.

Marketing & Communication

We provide south-central Alberta with a unified voice on regional priorities.

Economic Development & Innovation

We create new economic development opportunities in the region.

Our Team

Driven. Passionate. Experienced.

SouthGrow Regional Initiative is operated by a small but dedicated team of employees and an Executive team of the Board of Directors.

Chairperson

Jim Willett

We have an outstanding region with tremendous potential, and SouthGrow is working to see that potential recognized worldwide. I’m happy to be able to play a part in this great adventure.

Vice Chairperson

Laurie Lyckman

I’m honoured to be on the SouthGrow Board & helping bring more to Southern Alberta which I have always called God’s country because it is so beautiful.

Director

John Turcato

The work we do at SouthGrow opens doors for people across the region and I’m proud to be part of that.

Director

Matt Evans

SouthGrow as a region has so much to offer the world. I'm proud to be part of the team advocating for our home.

Director

Lyndsay Montina

I am excited to foster further collaboration and growth for the SouthGrow region.

Executive Director

Peter Casurella

It is my honor to be able to play a key role in helping our region seize these opportunities so that all of our communities can enjoy a high quality of life together.

Economic Development Officer

Kim Welby

I am so excited to be a part of the Southgrow Regional Initiative as we continue to build on our many successes.

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Marketing Manager

Jessie Stilson

I'm excited to work hard to put our region on the world stage as one of the best places in the world.

Grants Manager

Emma Dering

I'm so grateful for this opportunity to work hard completing beneficial projects for our region.

2023 Operational Plan

We pave the way for the future.

The SouthGrow region continuously produces companies, organizations, and communities which are successful on a provincial, national, and even global stage. Here are a few projects we're working on:

Download Operational Plan

Download Annual Report

Past Projects