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Aug 2017
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Developments Coming to Campbell Park
by Monty Killoh (
[email protected] )

Concept for Campbell Commercial North


On a patch of land in the far south-east corner of Campbell Business Park, what used to be a driving range years ago is now the site for the Alberta Gaming & Liquor Commission's (AGLC's) new 546,000 square feet liquor distribution warehouse.  The $153 million project began in early 2016, and is scheduled for completion in spring 2018.

The new warehouse is part of AGLC's plan to consolidate their existing warehouses in Alberta into a centralized warehouse system; the Campbell Park site was chosen due to its location right next to Anthony Henday Drive, as well as the existing AGLC headquarters/warehouse and infrastructure that already exists in Campbell Park at 50 Corriveau Avenue. The old warehouse complex on Corriveau will be re-engineered to support the new facility and store slow-moving liquor products.

On top of the 1,000 administrative/warehouse jobs that AGLC expects the new complex to bring to - and keep in - St. Albert, almost every single liquor product in Alberta will have to be transported to/from the warehouse system. Once the massive new facility is open and operating, St. Albert - and Campbell Business Park in particular - will see a boom in people and traffic that will help spur a boom in development.

In anticipation of this increase in traffic, there have already been multiple permits approved for new commercial developments.  One such development has already broken ground - a new commercial retail unit located at the corner of Campbell Road and Corriveau Avenue, in the same lot as the Esso/Tim Hortons. This 4 unit building will have 2 retail units, as well as 2 units for restaurants (including one with a patio); the complex's current name is " Campbell Commercial North."

Additionally, another new commercial complex is being planned for the south side of Campbell Park, on Curial Drive near the entrance to the new AGLC complex. Plans for this development include a gas station, multi-tenant convenience store/restaurant (with a drive-through), and a large car wash. Furthermore, new plans are in the works to develop the lands around the Casino, which will contribute to the boom in development that's happening in Campbell Business Park.



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Development Updates: South Riel and Ville Giroux
by Harold Pacheco ( [email protected] )


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 If you have a development in St. Albert and would like Economic Development to capture aerial footage for you (no cost), please contact Harold Pacheco at [email protected].

2017 St. Albert Commercial Development Tour Presented by NAIOP- Book Your Seats Now!
Booked up last year--Two Dates Available This Year



Come Experience St. Albert's Smart and Steady Growth
Hot on the heels of last year's fully-booked tour, Economic Development is hosting their 2nd annual Commercial Development Bus Tour. 
Learn about the significant commercial, industrial, and residential growth that is changing St. Albert's landscape. Due to popular demand, we will be hosting two tours this year. 

The guided bus tour will begin promptly at 10:00am, and will be followed by a brief presentation and networking lunch (food will be provided). City staff will be on hand to answer any questions that may arise during tour. Come see why Western Investor claimed St. Albert is the top destination for real estate investment in Alberta!


For more information and to register, please visit https://commercialtour2017.eventbrite.ca


Sponsored By:

Addressing Bylaw Now in Effect


Did you know that St. Albert has an Addressing Bylaw? It requires owners of all buildings to display an address so that it's clearly visible from the road. It also facilitates the orderly numbering of land, buildings, units and internal suites.
 
So, what are your responsibilities as an owner of an office, commercial or industrial property?
  • Ensure your address is clearly visible from the street.
  • If your building has more than one internal suite or unit, address numbers must be displayed for each unit on, beside or above the front door.
  • All buildings set back greater than 10 metres from the property line are required to use address numbers at least 15 cm in size. If it's smaller than a 20-dollar bill, it's too small.
For complete details on requirements, click on the Addressing Bylaw .
 
All owners have a grace period until June 30, 2018 to comply with the new Bylaw. This Bylaw also regulates residential and multi-family property as well.
 
If you have any questions regarding your property, please contact the City of St. Albert's Planning and Development, 780-459-1642


NABI Upcoming Events
Looking to Start a Business in St. Albert? These Events from Our Local Incubator Can Help You
2017 Capital Region Golf Tournament -- A Success Thanks to You
Image courtesy of @EricaTSI (Twitter)

Thank you to everyone that sponsored and participated in this  year's capital region golf 
tournament at the beautiful  Glendale Golf & Country Club .

We had Mayors Lisa Holmes (Morinville), Tom Flynn (Sturgeon County), and Stuart Houston (Spruce Grove) join the event, as well as friends from Gibbons, Beaumont, Bruderheim, Devon, Leduc, Parkland County, Stony Plain, Strathcona County, Fort Saskatchewan, and Edmonton showing their support.

Our generous sponsors included:
  • Dentons Canada (Title Sponsor)
  • CN
  • Priority Printing
  • Brownlee LLP
  • TSI
  • RMRF
  • Lafrentz Construction
  • WSP
  • Core Network Solutions/Big J Arcade
  • M.A.P. Group of Companies
  • Town of Morinville
  • Fortis
  • RC Strategies
  • Canada 150
  • and Glendale Golf & Country Club
Thanks to everyone's support, we were able to present Valour Place with a contribution of over $10,000!

Next year's Capital Region Golf Tournament will be hosted by Sturgeon County.


Big J Arcade -- Grand Opening on Sept 9



For more details, visit https://www.bigjarcade.com/

Business Spotlight on... Emelia Child Development Centre
by Harold Pacheco ([email protected])



Belinda Mendonca, Owner and Director

Belinda Mendonca loves kids, and it shows. In fact, she's worked with them over a career spanning 30 years.
 
The owner and director of Emelia Child Development Centre in Campbell Business Park, Belinda had also been a director for several daycare centres before finally deciding to start her own in St. Albert.

"I've heard lots of goof things about this community, and we wanted to move here as well!"

With a Bachelor of Arts as well as a Bachelor of Education, Belinda has taught all over the world including in Italy and Kuwait.

So what is it that makes Emelia Child Development Centre unique?

"My staff is like family here. We develop a strong positive relationship with each child and make sure that their needs are met individually." Belinda tells us, "We want to touch the souls of each child and make them feel safe and happy. That's why I am always present here to welcome them and to say goodbye each day."
A quick google search for daycares in St. Albert shows extremely positive reviews for the Centre. In fact, it has the most Google reviews of any listing, and nothing lower than a perfect 5 stars.

Another highlight about Emelia Child Development Centre is that diversity is encouraged and celebrated. The centre plans several field trips, and hosts multicultural events that parents are welcome to attend.

"We've had parents come in for Chinese New Years, and Canada Day. This Christmas, we are planning a dinner for the parents and serving Indian food!" Belinda exclaims.

As with many other well-received daycares and dayhomes in the community, Emelia is  fully accredited by the Government of Alberta Ministry of Children's Services. This is a voluntary process, and is subject to an annual review. Government subsidies are also available for qualifying families in financial need.
 
Green living and sustainability are important to the centre. The staff reuse or recycle materials, as well as have the children engage in activities that promote learning about nature. The centre also uniquely utilizes a smartboard for more innovative learning techniques with their older children.

For those looking to enroll a child (12 months to 12 years) into a daycare or out of school care program, Emelia Child Development Centre is still accepting applications. The centre is located just north of Servus Place.

Belinda takes great pride in what she calls "One the cleanest daycare playrooms in the community"


Emelia Child Development Centre
#202 100 Centre St.
St. Albert  T8N 3W2

Ph: 780-458-5355
 
New Businesses in St. Albert
Find local companies in our St. Albert Business Directory

Commercial/Industrial Businesses


Club Demonstration Services                                                                            587-578-2441
1075 St Albert Trail
Food and Other Product Demonstrations inside of Costco
 
Ellanda Office solutions Inc.                                                                               780-444-8040
290-6 Renault Cres
Bookkeeping, Administration, Health & Safety Support for Small Business
 
Image School of Dance                                                                                        780-960-0053
1000 Tudor Glen
Dance School Offering Classes to All Ages
 
Passport Health Canada LLC                                                                             1-844-806-6526
B-506 St Albert Trail
Canada's Leader in Providing Consultations and Vaccinations to Travellers
 
Sheffield Express                                                                                                              604-851-4312
233-375 St Albert Trail
Convenience Store Selling Lottery, Tobacco & Restricted Products/ Tobacco Retail
 
Sir Auto Sales and Finance                                                                                780-862-9001
B 210-506 St Albert Trail
Brokerage - Finding Best % & Loans on Vehicles Only
 
Top Knot Hair                                                                                                          780-569-2266
104-80 Mckenney Ave
Hair Salon
 
Wheatley Sadownik                                                                                                          780-423-6671
331-7 St Anne Street
Law Practice



 
Home-Based Businesses

Casa De Lala Creations                                                                                        587-983-3490
Crafts and Furniture Make Overs

CCI Mechanical Ltd.                                                                                              780-904-9654
Mechanical Contractor - Plumbing, Heating, Gas Installation
 
Eco Plumbing                                                                                                         780-232-7769
Service Plumbing and Gas Fitting
 
Ecoclean Maintenance Services                                                                                   780-729-1032
Janitorial Cleaning Maintenance
 
First Choice Dental Temp Agency                                                                                780-239-0976
Temp Agency for Temporary Work
 
Inspired Kids                                                                                                                       780-660-8475
Community Inclusion Support
 
Magnetic Hub                                                                                                          780-999-7600
Selling Magnets Over the Internet
 
Michelle Sadee Photography                                                                             780-690-2361
Newborn & Maternity Photography - Studio
 
Montessori Option                                                                                                 780-830-3361
A Montessori, Preschool-Aged Dayhome Enrichment Experience
 
Paula Girard Occupational Therapy                                                                 780-722-2284
Occupational Therapy Consultant
 
Precise Plumbing & Gas fitting                                                                          780-886-3817
Plumbing & Gas Fitting Services & Renovations
 
Tracey Demuynck                                                                                                  780-887-8406
Private Piano & Voice Lessons
 
Vocational Pathways Association of Edmonton (VPAE)                            780-458-8216
Providing Health Career Coaching and Home Care Services
 
Wheeler Ent.                                                                                                                        780-441-1312           
Preparation of Vehicle Sales and Leasing Documents, Contracting for PWC Documents

   
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