COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SURVEY | | MEMORIAL CLOCK TOWER CONSTRUCTION NOTICE | | 1 AVENUE CONSTRUCTION NOTICE | | |
ALBERTA'S CLASS 1 LEARNING PATHWAY AND
GRANT PROGRAM
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Application intake for the Employment Pathway Grant is open as of
April 1.
This program will:
- reimburse eligible employers for up to $10,000 for their training costs for new Class 1 drivers
- offer an onboarding incentive of up to $10,000 for hiring new Class 1 drivers with less than two years of experience in a Class 1 driving position
- provide an additional $5,000 for Class 1 driver professional development to ensure Alberta’s commercial drivers are the best on the road
| | IPHONE PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP | | |
Community Futures East Central Alberta is offering an iPhone Product Photography Workshop in Viking on May 13.
Discover the art and techniques of capturing stunning product images using just your smartphone.
Led by Carla Lehman, Carla Lehman Photography, this hands-on workshop is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners eager to elevate their product photography skills.
| | | The Government of Canada announced measures to support businesses impacted by tariffs. Measures include increasing access to markets, providing business loans and financing, and introducing flexibilities to the EI Work-Sharing Program. | | DEADLINES FOR COMMUNITY AND SUPPORT GRANTS AND EVENT SPONSORSHIP | | |
The Town of Wainwright values the significant contributions of community not-for-profit organizations and volunteer groups in enhancing community well-being and improving the quality of life for its residents. The Town also recognizes the efforts of local organizations, community groups and sports teams that host events and activities to raise funds for worthwhile projects, programs, or services while promoting economic growth.
In an effort to support these organizations and their initiatives, the Town is committed to providing assistance to such organizations, community groups and sports teams through the NEW Community and Support Grants and Event Sponsorship Policy.
2025 application deadlines are outlined below:
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Minor Event Sponsorship - May 1 and September 1
| | LOCAL PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES | | |
In order to assist local business in gaining information on business opportunities with local municipalities, Wainwright Garrison etc., the Wainwright Economic Development Office will periodically send out business opportunities featured on merx.com and CanadaBuys that pertain particularly to Wainwright and area.
These are systems used by the Government for procurement of goods and services over $25,000.
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ACCESS Shared Services connects social purpose organizations across Canada with trusted, values-aligned providers who understand their unique needs. By leveraging collective purchasing power, they secure bulk discounts, reduce administrative costs, and simplify procurement—so you can focus on what matters most.
Through their partnership with Econocoop, members receive exclusive savings on office supplies, food services, IT solutions, and more. Plus, purchases made through Econocoop partners qualify for a 2% quarterly rebate, putting money back into your organization.
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Some of the savings include:
✔ Office & Cleaning Supplies
✔ IT & Cybersecurity Services
✔ Shipping & Telecom
✔ Play Structures, School, Community & Workplace Furniture
✔ HR Software & More
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The Local to Global Forum provides elected officials, service providers, economic development professionals and community members the opportunity to network and discuss strategies to diversify and grow rural economies in Eastern Alberta. We are planning a line-up of speakers covering topics that include Economic Corridors, value-ad agriculture, the electricity landscape and much more.
- Wednesday, April 23rd - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Thursday, April 24th - 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Friday, April 25th - 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
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The Business Security Summit presented by the East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network and hosted by Startup Lloydminster and Community Futures Lloydminster and Region will be held May 13 & 14, 2025 at the Lloydminster Exhibition.
This event will equip your small business with essential knowledge and tools for crime prevention, security (physically and digitally), and fraud protection - actions we can do collectively to protect people, profits and places.
If your Business would like to Partner in Crime (Prevention) with us - please reach out to cmcgirr@albertacf.com for partnership or speaking opportunities.
| | CANADA-UKRAINE AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY TRAVEL (CUAET) EXTENSION | | The Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Ukrainians and their family members who arrived in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) on or before March 31, 2024, will now have until March 31, 2026, to apply for a new open work permit valid for up to three years, renew an existing work permit, or apply for a new study permit, subject to standard fees. | | |
Alberta Open Farms Days is taking place on August 16 and 17, 2025.
It is an incubator for agri-tourism and rural sustainability. They bring Albertans together through educational and experiential agricultural-based initiatives to learn about where your food comes from. As well, some of Alberta's most talented chefs and rural communities will be hosting a memorable series of farm to table culinary events that will be held around the province using Alberta farm products.
| | | UPCOMING BUSINESS EDUCATION | |
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs
April 17, 2025
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General
Industry-Specific
Apprenticeship related Incentives for Employers:
Youth and Apprenticeships
| | WAINWRIGHT APPAREL AVAILABLE | | If you would like to be featured as a Business Highlight in an upcoming newsletter, please email us at cherbert@wainwright.ca | | While every effort is made to ensure the currency, accuracy and completeness of the information provided, the Town of Wainwright (Wainwright Economic Development) is not liable for any loss, claim or demand arising directly or indirectly from any use or reliance upon the information provided. | | | | |
