De Havilland Canada Breaks Ground on New Manufacturing Facility Near Calgary
De Havilland Canada has officially broken ground on a new aircraft manufacturing facility in Wheatland County, located approximately 11 kilometers west of Strathmore, east of Calgary. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on May 15, 2026, marks the beginning of construction for 'De Havilland Field,' a 1,500-acre site that will house manufacturing, assembly, research and development, education, and distribution centers, along with an aerodrome. Company owner Sherry Brydson described the project as the start of a new chapter in the company's history, emphasizing its role in rebuilding Canada's aviation industry and contributing billions to the economy. According to Alberta’s Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Minister Joseph Schow, the facility represents one of the largest aviation investments in Canadian history and is expected to create up to 3,000 jobs. The project, first announced in 2022, aims to diversify Alberta's economy beyond oil and gas, positioning the region as a growing hub for aerospace and advanced manufacturing. Local officials highlighted the long-term benefits for skilled employment and regional growth.
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