BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT NEWSLETTER
Celebrating success stories and highlighting issues that impact local businesses!
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Are you a business owner in the Camrose region?
You're invited to a free breakfast to share your business perspective and hear updates about what is happening in the city and the county.
Your input will influence economic development initiatives and shed light on the opportunities and difficulties facing the local business community today.
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Are you interested in looking at businesses that are available for sale or spaces for lease?
Do you have a business or space for lease or sale that should be included on this list?
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Have you had the opportunity to visit your business's page on the Tourism Camrose website?
Send us pictures that highlight your business to tourists, and make sure that your information is up-to-date.
Check out these examples below, and share the site if you know someone visiting Camrose.
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Are you a tourism operator or interested in becoming a tourism entrepreneur?
Travel Alberta has 3 different grants now open for applications!
The Growth Fund & Innovation Fund are for established tourism businesses operating for over 3 years. The Incubator Fund is for tourism entrepreneurs and startups in operation for less than 3 years.
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Growth Fund
Used for purchasing, building, or renovating permanent tourism infrastructure.
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Innovation Fund
Used for developing and diversifying assets, programs, and experiences of existing operators.
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Incubator Fund
Used for supporting new and emerging tourism businesses.
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General Meeting & Networking Luncheon |
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Mayor PJ Stasko with the City of Camrose Annual update
Date: March 6th, 2024
Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m
Location: Days Inn by Wyndam Camrose Norsemen
Advance Registration: $25
Unregistered Walk-ins: $28
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Are you eager to drive traffic to your business and boost your digital presence?
Join us for an engaging session where 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐡 from 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞, a local digital authority, will share valuable insights on the digital marketing world.
Bring your questions - This is your chance to get answers and gain clarity on all things digital marketing.
Seize the opportunity to enhance your online game.
Date: Tuesday, March 19
Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Location: Camrose County Office
Cost: $25
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Smartphone Product Photography
Due to popularity, we have opened a second workshop. Once again, there is limited seating as this is very hands-on, so if interested, grab your spot today!
An Immersive Product Photography Workshop where you'll discover the art and techniques of capturing stunning product images using just your smartphone.
This hands-on workshop is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners eager to elevate their product photography skills. You will leave with a portfolio of images that you created.
Date: Tuesday, March 26
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: The Loft at Shocker Mechanical (4515 36 Street, #110.)
Cost: $85
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What is Lemonade Day?
Lemonade Day is a free program where kids from Kindergarten to High School can learn about business while having fun!
Participants acquire skills in goal setting, problem-solving, and gain self-esteem critical for future success.
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How can your business become involved?
We are seeking “Sweet Spots”, local businesses willing to host a lemonade stand on Lemonade Day. Kids are encouraged to partner
with these local businesses and "rent" space for their Lemonade Stand outside of that business to access higher traffic areas.
They receive a list of the local "sweet spots" to help them connect with business owners that are supportive and aware of the program.
(No guarantee of stand placement; children have the freedom to choose from the Sweet Spot list or approach any business of their choice)
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Finding an Ingredient Supplier |
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Selecting the right ingredient supplier can have a significant impact on your business. This 60-minute webinar will address the role of an ingredient supplier, how to find and evaluate a reputable company, and how to develop a supplier Food Safety Assurance program for your business.
Date: March 6th, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m
Location: Free online webinar
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Applications are still open - your business may be eligible for a $2,400 microgrant through the Grow Your Business Online stream of CDAP! Cover the cost of adopting new e-commerce technologies and reach more of your customers online. Plus, you can access a network of e-commerce advisors for advice and support!
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Business Link announces the launch of their new pilot mentor program. The program pairs aspiring entrepreneurs with established small business owners.
This free program is designed to support Alberta-based entrepreneurs who have been in business for less than a year and are in the initial stages of developing their business plan.
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Auditions Start in February
CBC's DRAGONS' DEN auditions are open, inviting Canadian entrepreneurs to pitch their innovative ideas to top business moguls for potential investment. Showcase your small business on national television and seize this opportunity.
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Click each of the links to learn more. |
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The Apprenticeship Service Grant is a hiring incentive program that aims to help mediate the labour shortage in the construction and manufacturing trades and set both the employer and apprentice up for success at the beginning of the apprenticeship.
The registration process can be accessed through the website, Career Launcher Apprenticeships, which takes just five minutes to complete. Once approved, employers could receive up to $20,000 in federal funding grants. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2024. The goal is to help bridge the gap in the trades industries and to inform employers about the funding available to them before they hire their new apprentice.
Register today for the Canadian Apprenticeship Service and receive up to $20,000 in grants for hiring and training first year-apprentices in 39 Red Seal construction and manufacturing trades.In addition to financial incentives, resources and training are provided to assist with recruiting, onboarding, and retaining apprentices.
The Events & Festivals Fund | Travel Alberta is a grant with 25% matching funding required. The purpose is to reignite existing events and activate new ones that drive overnight visitation. The application period will be announced early in 2024.
Applications are now open for the Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy for the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) wage subsidy program, with an application deadline of January 10th, 2024! CSJ provides wage subsidies to employers from not-for-profit organizations, the public sector, and private sector organizations with 50 or fewer full-time employees to create quality summer work experiences for young people aged 15 to 30 years.
The Alberta Catalyzer is a free program that supports entrepreneurs looking to start and grow a tech business in Alberta.
The Alberta Innovates Funding Programs provide several funding programs to support research, the growth of business, and the start-up community to build new technology and drive innovative ideas
Made in Alberta. Celebrate what it means to be Made in Alberta! Alberta producers and processors can use the new label on their locally-made products. The label helps shoppers quickly identify food products made in our province when choosing an item at their local farmers’ market or grocery store.
Business Benefits Finder allows you to view or search Federal Government services to find the right programs and services, whether you’re starting out or scaling up.
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Interested in a business visit, have a question, or require resources or support?
We want to hear from you!
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