Alavieska

What Alavieska does

Alavieska (legally Alavieskan kunta) is a Finnish municipality located in the Oulu region of North Ostrobothnia, established in 1865 and governed by an elected municipal council with Mayor Kari Pentti serving as chief executive. It delivers the full statutory municipal service portfolio to its resident population — early childhood education, comprehensive schooling (Alavieskan yhtenäiskoulu), library services via the Joki-kirjastot regional network, cultural services including Kotiseutumuseo and Hannulan Talo museums, youth services (Nuorisotila Kulma), sports services contracted to Alavieskan Viri ry, employment services through the YKN multi-municipal area, business development via the Kalajoki Business Service Center, agricultural support administration via the KaSi cooperation, and social/welfare coordination with Pohde.

The municipality operates a hybrid service-delivery architecture spanning physical service points (municipal hall at Pappilantie 1, library at Pokelantie 3, school at Koulutie 9, youth space at Siltatie 1, museums, and sports facilities), digital self-service via the Kunta-Akkuna e-government portal, and shared back-office systems including Dynasty10 for case management, Finna for library e-materials, OmaPohde for health referrals, and Ruokavirasto for agricultural registries.

Its economic base is anchored by 101 farms (32 livestock including 25 dairy) operating on 5,322 hectares of cultivated land, with €4.28 million in EU and national farmer subsidies administered in 2025. Funding derives from municipal income and property tax, state subsidies, and service fees; the budget is not commercially disclosed. Alavieska holds a statutory monopoly on local government services within its boundaries, is one of 39 partner municipalities in the Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture program, and outsources specialist functions (data protection to Joki ICT Oy, agricultural and business services to Kalajoki) rather than maintaining full in-house capacity.

Name

Alavieska

Legal name

Alavieskan kunta

Website

https://alavieska.fi

Company type

Public

Founded year

1865

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Alavieska is a Finnish municipality in North Ostrobothnia providing statutory public services — education, libraries, cultural programs, employment, business support, and agricultural administration — to its residents through municipal offices, regional inter-municipal partnerships, and digital portals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Educational Services (61), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Management Services (8741), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Economic Development & Business Licensing (Local) (BPAIACAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Local Education Authorities & Municipal Education Offices (EDADABAD), Subsidy & Funding Compliance (CCDF/child care assistance program requirements) (EDACAKAN)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Local public administration
• Library and culture services
• Basic education services
• Agricultural support administration

Headquarters

HQ city

Alavieska

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Municipal Tax Revenue: Alavieska municipality operates primarily on tax-funded revenue from residents and businesses within the municipality, including municipal income tax and property tax.
2. Agricultural Subsidies Administration: The municipality administers EU and national farmer subsidies, with 4.28 million euros paid to local farms for agricultural support in 2025.
3. Business Development Grants: The municipality provides development subsidies to local businesses (15,000 euro budget in 2026), funded by municipal budget.
4. Sports Partnerships: Alavieska municipality purchases sports services from Alavieskan Viri ry, which organizes municipal sports activities and facilities.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Alavieskan kunta (Alavieska municipality) is a Finnish local government entity that provides statutory municipal services to its residents and local businesses, including basic education (comprehensive school grades 0-9), early childhood education, library services via the Joki-kirjastot network, cultural and sports services, youth services, employment services through the YKN area, business and agricultural development subsidies, and housing/infrastructure management. Services are delivered through a municipal office, dedicated service points, partner organizations, and the Kunta-Akkuna digital portal.

Product overview

Alavieska municipality operates as a comprehensive public service organization offering a diverse portfolio of municipal services through an integrated multi-channel delivery model. The core service portfolio spans education (early childhood and basic education through Alavieskan yhtenäiskoulu), library services (via Joki-kirjastot network), cultural services (including museums, Oulu2026 cultural capital participation, and cultural events), youth services (Kulma youth space, school youth work, outreach work), sports services (purchased from Alavieskan Viri ry), employment and business services (through YKN and Kalajoki business center), agricultural services (through Kalajoki), substitution services, housing and infrastructure services, and social support programs (Kaikukortti, cultural companion). Services are delivered through physical locations, the Kunta-Akkuna digital portal, and partner platforms including Omaolo for health services and mela.fi for agricultural substitution. The municipality maintains cultural attractions including Kotiseutumuseo and Hannulan Talo museum, and participates in regional initiatives such as Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Library Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Youth recruitment support covers 50% of salary costs up to 1,500 euros/month for hiring unemployed youth
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• Oulu2026 - European Capital of CulturemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Oulu is European Capital of Culture 2026 with 39 partner municipalities. Alavieska participates with cultural events including Ekouteria listening point, Kehityksen tiellä demolition art project, and Pohjoinen Pohjanmaamme concert.
• ODL - Oulun Diakonissalaitoksen SäätiöminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2025Partner in Virkeästi arjessa project (Feb 2025 - Aug 2027) promoting wellbeing and functional capacity of elderly residents across 10 municipalities.
• Pohde - Pohjois-Pohjanmaan hyvinvointialuecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional welfare area providing health and social services. Alavieska residents receive healthcare through Pohde, including mental health services, dental care, and specialized services.
• Kuntien Hetapalvelut OyminorOthersShared services company providing municipal financial and HR services to member municipalities.
• Kunta-AkkunacoreTechnology or IntegrationDigital service portal for municipal e-services, allowing citizens to apply for subsidies, permits, and access administrative services online.
• YKN - Ylivieska, Kalajoki, Nivala -työllisyysaluecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployment services partnership covering 6 municipalities (Ylivieska, Kalajoki, Nivala, Sievi, Alavieska, Merijärvi) providing job seeker services, employer services, and training coordination.
• Joki-kirjastot (Library Network)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional library cooperation covering 14 municipalities in Northern Finland, providing shared catalog, digital services, and interlibrary loans.
• Kalajoki Business Service Center (Kalajoen yrityspalvelukeskus)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides business services including enterprise development, business consulting, and startup support to Alavieska businesses. Elinkeinojohtaja Miia Himanka and Yrityspalvelupäällikkö Esa Marjakangas serve as contacts.
• KaSi - Maaseutupalvelut CooperationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgricultural services cooperation area including Kalajoki, Alavieska, Merijärvi, Pyhäjoki, Raahe, Vihanti, and Siikajoki. Maaseutuasiamies Pirjo Myllylä provides services.
• Alavieskan Viri rycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSports association contracted to provide municipal sports services since 1993. Organizes sports facilities, classes, events, and outdoor activities.
• Hannulan Kotiseutumuseo ryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal heritage society managing Hannulan talo museum and organizing cultural events. Association membership fee 10 euros/year.
• LinnakalliominorOthersTourism and recreation center at Taluskylä offering accommodation (50 summer beds), activities, event facilities, and summer theater.
• Toholammin lomituspalvelutminorOthersAgricultural respite services arranged through Toholampi local unit, with nearest service point at Kalajoki city hall.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Raahe: Finnish municipality in the KaSi agricultural services cooperation area and Virkeästi arjessa wellbeing project with Alavieska; comparable coastal North Ostrobothnia municipality sharing regional service cooperation.
• Kalajoki: Neighboring Finnish municipality that serves as Alavieska's primary regional service partner for business services, agricultural services, and economic development—directly comparable as a North Ostrobothnia kunta sharing inter-municipal cooperation arrangements.
• Ylivieska: Larger Finnish municipality serving as the YKN employment area anchor for Alavieska and other partner municipalities; provides shared employment, educational, and administrative services.
• Merijärvi: Small neighboring Finnish municipality participating in YKN employment area and Virkeästi arjessa wellbeing project with Alavieska; highly comparable as a small rural kunta in the same region.
• Siikajoki: Finnish municipality participating in the KaSi agricultural services cooperation area alongside Alavieska; directly comparable as a rural North Ostrobothnia kunta with shared agricultural administration.
• Nivala: Finnish municipality in the YKN employment area with comparable rural character and population scale; shares employment services cooperation with Alavieska.
• Pyhäjoki: Finnish municipality participating in the KaSi agricultural services cooperation area with Alavieska; comparable small rural kunta in North Ostrobothnia with shared service arrangements.
• Sievi: Small Finnish municipality in the YKN employment area alongside Alavieska, sharing employment services, library network membership, and regional cooperation structures in North Ostrobothnia.

Regional players

• Haapajärvi: Small Finnish municipality in North Ostrobothnia with similar population scale, rural-agricultural economic profile, and full municipal service mandate; comparable as a peer rural kunta.
• Reisjärvi: Small Finnish municipality in the same North Ostrobothnia region with comparable rural character, agricultural base, and service portfolio structure; does not directly share service agreements with Alavieska but is highly comparable in scale and function.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/alavieska
• Instagraminstagram.com/alavieskankunnankirjasto
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/alavieska

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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