(NC) Supporting local businesses is more important than ever. The onset of the pandemic forced many Canadians to witness the direct impact of their spending after watching numerous small businesses in their communities close their doors. Now, Canadians understand that supporting local businesses is vital in helping generate revenue that stays within their communities.If you’re interested in supporting local and … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is a volunteer-based business organization supported by its members to promote local business and ensure a strong economy.As a local chapter of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, its members access to a larger business community with unique benefits, programs, and opportunities.The chamber provides a strong voice on behalf of the business … Read more…
By Rob VogtThe Claresholm and District Chamber of Commerce is still accepting nominations for its The Best of Claresholmawards. Details and nomination forms are available on the chamber website at https://claresholmchamber.ca/awards. Winners will be announced at an event on a date yet to be determined. Local businesses will be recognized in the following categories: Community Builder AwardThis category is open to all … Read more…
(NC) Whether your business idea is just a twinkle in your eye or you’ve been planning the details for years, here are a few key points to remember so your self-made venture can thrive. Knowledge is powerWith a business idea in place, you need to become an expert on the market and create a solid business plan. Check out the library, … Read more…
By Rob Vogt Claresholm is one of several communities in southwestern Alberta that make up an innovative regional economic development initiative.The Alberta SouthWest Regional Alliance is a group of 15 communities, working together to help each other succeed. According to its website, the corporation is governed by a board of elected representatives from each member community.The real strength of an … Read more…
By Rob Vogt By all accounts, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot was a successful program for the Town of Claresholm.Officials with Alberta Immigration and Multiculturalism were recently in Claresholm where they were updated on the program.Claresholm was one of 11 communities in Canada approved for the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) program, and the only community to be … Read more…
By Rob VogtAbout two-thirds of each dollar you spend at a small business will stay local versus about 11 cents when you spend a dollar at a multinational retailer.That’s what the Canadian Federation of Independent Business found from a recent survey.The federation recently issued a release stating that for every dollar spent at a small business, 66 cents on average … Read more…