Small Business Week
The City Council of Spruce Grove officially proclaims Sunday, October 20 to Saturday, October 26 2024 as ‘Small Business Week’. To celebrate, we encourage our local business community to take part in the exciting learning opportunities within the region.
Events, Webinars, Resources, & Programs
To recognize small businesses, there are several events being hosted during Small Business Week. Spruce Grove businesses are also encouraged to explore the following business supports, resources, and programs.
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Small Business Week Presented by Servus Credit Union
From October 21-25, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating the small businesses that drive Edmonton’s economy. From industry panels to networking mixers, this is your chance to learn from and connect with the city’s most dynamic business leaders.
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Unlock Tomorrow's Business Trends to Fast-Track your Growth
On October 22 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, BDC will be hosting an online event with a panel of experts that will discuss concrete actions you can take now to position your business for future growth, one step at a time.

2024 Business Plan Learning Series - Alberta Women Entrepreneurs
From October 22-30, Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) is hosting an event in Cochrane to offer guidance on creating the key parts of a business plan. Sessions include inspiring success stories, real life examples, and a lot of discussion on starting a business, operations, marketing, finance, and what to do once your business plan is ready.
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Celebrating Small Business Week with Action for Healthy Communities
From October 22-24, Action for Healthy Communities is hosting an event at 10578 113 Street in Edmonton to present a series of enriching events designed to elevate and empower Canadian entrepreneurs. Connect, learn, and grow through engaging seminars and networking opportunities.

On October 22 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, the City of Edmonton and Business Link will host an online event to provide the basics about getting your business up and running in this informative webinar. Topics include: planning, financing, and start-up.
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Small Business Week BIA Panel & Mixer
On October 22 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at EPIC Market (8115 Gateway Boulevard #201) in Edmonton, the City of Edmonton is hosting an event that will feature a 45 minute panel Q&A with established businesses, followed by a mixer and networking session, and Shop Local Campaign Kits.
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On October 23 from 10:00 AM to11:30 AM, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is hosting a virtual event that will be part-presentation/part-panel discussion for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses and wanting to learn from those who have already successfully grown their operations.
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Market Research for Business Success
On October 23 at 10:30 AM, join Business Link's webinar to equip yourself with the necessary tools to strengthen your business decisions. This workshop is designed for entrepreneurs venturing into the start-up phase, looking for resources, support, and expert direction.
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Adapting to Tomorrow: Key Trends and Solutions for Your Business
On October 24 from 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM at an online event, StrikeUP Canada is hosting an event where you can prepare your business for the future and gain essential knowledge about the four key trends set to shape your business over the next five years. This event is designed to provide you with the strategies needed to navigate these changes successfully.
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Email Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
On October 24 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, join the Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) online to learn how to craft compelling emails that capture attention and drive action, from writing persuasive subject lines to designing visually appealing layouts. Additionally, they’ll discuss how to measure the success of email campaigns through key metrics, helping you refine your strategy and achieve better results.
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7 Key Tips for Starting Your Small Business: Edmonton
On October 24 at 4:30 PM, join Business Link at The Common (9910 109 Street) in Edmonton to celebrate Small Business Week and learn 7 key tips for starting your small business. Learn valuable business tips to help you get started, register your business, and plan your finances. Connect with other new and aspiring small business owners.

CyberSecure Canada Certification Program
A certification program to get certified to limit the impacts of a cyber incident, enhance competitive advantage, protect customer and investor information, and improve cybersecurity knowledge.nges successfully.

Canada Small Business Financing Program
The Government of Canada's Canada Small Business Financing Program aims to increase the availability of financing to establish, expand, and modernize Canadian small businesses by offering up to $1,000,000 Term Load (of which $500,000 for equipment, leasehold improvements, intangible assets and working capital, of which $150,000 for intangible and working capital) to small businesses in Canada.

Early-Stage Business Support Program
During Small Business Week, the City of Spruce Grove is proud to announce a new program designed to provide valuable resources, mentorship, and support for our startups and early-stage businesses, aiming to nurture innovation, create a thriving business ecosystem, and ensure that our small businesses have the tools they need to grow and prosper.
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Storefront Improvement Program
50% matching grants for Spruce Grove City Centre businesses of up to a maximum of $7,500 per storefront or up to $10,000 for improvements on a street corner where improvements are made to two façades.
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