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On July 24, the SMARTstart entrepreneurs attended a Financial Tools & Reports workshop to learn how to read and understand key financial reports (e.g., income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements) and how to apply this knowledge to manage their business finances.Thank you to Patrick Seal, CPA, CA, and...
Picco Press - Now Open!
Jul 17 2025Spruce Grove's newest business, Picco Press, is officially open!Location#109, 115 First Avenue, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 2H4AboutPicco Press is a digital marketing agency that specializes in ad campaigns, graphic design, content writing, copywriting, web design and development, and email marketing. Visit piccopress.com for more information.
Equals LLP - Now Open!
Jul 14 2025Spruce Grove's newest business, Equals, LLP Chartered Professional Accountants, is officially open!Location#210, 5 Spruce Village Way, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 0B2AboutEquals, LLP Chartered Professional Accountants provides pragmatic, client-focused solutions driven by thoughtful analysis and a deep understanding of each unique challenge. Visit nashgirouxllp.ca for more information.
SMARTstart Workshop #5 - Cyber Security
Jul 10 2025On July 10, the SMARTstart entrepreneurs attended a Cyber Security workshop that covered cybersecurity concepts and easy-to-implement security solutions for small businesses.Thank you to William Downing from Blue Shield Cyber Protection for covering this important topic. If you missed out, SMARTstart will be back next year! If you have any questions,...
Agra Fair 2025
Jul 4 2025The Spruce Grove and District Agricultural Society is hosting their Agra Fair 2025 event on August 23-24 for a weekend filled with family-friendly fun to celebrate their agricultural roots and vibrant community spirit in the heart of Spruce Grove, at the Agrena, and Central Park.
5th Annual Grove Rotary Ribfest
Jul 3 2025The Rotary Club of Spruce Grove is hosting its 5th Annual Grove Rotary Ribfest on July 11-13 at Central Park located at 450 King Street. This event features a rib truck food competition, live music and entertainment, a VIP lounge, an auction, a vendor market, 50/50 draws, and a family...
SMARTstart Mentors Only Workshop
Jul 3 2025On July 3, the SMARTstart mentors attended a workshop to help prepare them to support their entrepreneurs. This workshop provided them with a clear understanding of their role as a mentor. Thank you to Dorothy Briggs from Womanition Inc. for sharing her experiences about mentorship. If you missed out, SMARTstart will be...
Summer at the Centre Night Markets
Jul 2 2025The City Centre Business Association (CCBA) is hosting four Summer at the Centre night markets on the following nights in the Spruce Grove City Centre:Saturday, July 5 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PMSaturday, July 19 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PMSaturday, August 2 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PMSaturday, August...
Would you like to recognize your employer for their excellence in leadership and creating a positive workplace? Nominate a Spruce Grove business for the Employer of the Year Award, which will be presented for the first time at the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Business Awards of Distinction.
Heavy Metal Place - Sponsorships Available!
Jun 30 2025Sponsorships are available at Heavy Metal Place! Spruce Grove's new sports, recreation, and culture facility is offering naming rights for the following:Black Box TheatrePublic Library BranchOutdoor CourtyardDressing RoomsThese sponsorships provide great brand visibility and community recognition. To become a sponsor at Heavy Metal Place, contact us at invest@sprucegrove.org. Black Box Theatre...
South Century Industrial Park - 2 Lots Left!
Jun 29 2025Only 2 lots remain in the City-owned 18-acre South Century Industrial Park. These fully-serviced industrial lots are located at Century Close (just east of the Public Works site) and are ready for your business. Click here to visit the brochure or email invest@sprucegrove.org for more information.
Community Spirit Award - Nominate a Business!
Jun 28 2025Do you know a local business that gives back to the community? Show your appreciation and nominate them for the Community Spirit Award. The award is presented each year to a business that shows outstanding community spirit by supporting events, programs, or initiatives that benefit the community.
Fuhr Sports Park - Sponsorship Available!
Jun 27 2025Sponsorship opportunity for field naming at Spruce Grove's Fuhr Sports Park is now available! This is a premier sports facility with two professional-sized artificial turf fields, plenty of spectator seating, and a rooftop viewing area. Perfect for boosting your brand visibility while supporting our vibrant sports community. Contact invest@sprucegrove.org for more details.
On October 9, 2024, Meridian Housing Foundation celebrated with a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Spruce Grove Lodge, located at 404 Calahoo Road. The new development will feature a 126,175-square-foot building, including underground parking, with 91,203 square feet of occupied space spread over three floors.The new lodge will offer 102...
On June 25, the SMARTstart entrepreneurs attended their forth workshop on Small Business Insurance. This workshop provided entrepreneurs with a clear understanding of the various types of insurance coverage necessary to protect their business from potential risks. The session also covered key insurance options, what’s covered and what’s not, and how to...
Tri-Region Mayors' Golf Classic - Event Recap
Jun 24 2025On June 18, the 2025 Tri-Region Mayors' Golf Classic took place at Cougar Creek Golf Resort. This tournament showcases the cooperation between Parkland County, Stony Plain, and Spruce Grove, which defines our region. At the event, $20,000 was raised for NeighbourLink Parkland, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families...
E-Scooter & E-Bike Safety Seminars
Jun 19 2025With the shared micro-mobility e-scooter and e-bike program once again underway in Spruce Grove, Bird Canada is offering a series of safety seminars on the following dates:Monday, June 23 at 12:00 PM at Jubilee ParkTuesday, July 15 at 12:00 PM at Jubilee ParkTuesday, August 26 at 12:00 PM at Jubilee...
Applications for EDAC - Now Open!
Jun 19 2025The City of Spruce Grove is looking for enthusiastic people from diverse backgrounds to join various boards and committees for the coming term starting January 2026. Being a member of a Council-appointed board or committee offers many benefits, including:Contributing to your communityPromoting diverse ideas and perspectives to influence decisions facing...
SMARTstart Workshop #3 - Legal Matters
Jun 11 2025On June 11, the SMARTstart entrepreneurs attended their third workshop on Legal Essentials. This workshop educated them on the following:Legal considerations involved in starting and managing a businessChoosing the appropriate business structureCreating sound contractsWhy hire a lawyer? Thank you to Main Street Law LLP for facilitating the workshop.
ERINnovation Meet-Up in Spruce Grove
Jun 11 2025On June 11, the City of Spruce Grove hosted Edmonton Regional Network Innovation (ERIN)’s ERINnovation Meetup at Elks Hall!This event connected local entrepreneurs, service providers, and ecosystem champions for an afternoon of real conversations and meaningful connections. Guest speaker, Tristan Ham from Unbounded Thinking, discussed what is innovation and why it...
On June 5, the SMARTstart entrepreneurs attended their second workshop on Business & Strategic Planning!The purpose of this workshop was to help identify their vision and mission statements as well as lay the foundation towards their business plan or strategic plan. If you missed out, SMARTstart will be back next year!...
2025 Annual Builder & Developer Luncheon
Jun 4 2025On June 4, the City of Spruce Grove hosted the 2025 Annual Builder & Developer Luncheon at The Links at Spruce Grove!With +120 attendees, this event recognizes the contribution that builders and developers to our economy. Mayor Jeff Acker highlighted the city's growth and development vision coming off a record year...
Gifts and Gadgets - 30 Year Anniversary
Jun 2 2025Congratulations to Gifts and Gadgets for hitting an incredible milestone — 30 years of business in Spruce Grove! On June 2, they celebrated three decades of bringing smiles, surprises, and offering cool kitchen gadgets to our community. Visit them at the following address: #28-308 Westgrove Drive,Spruce Grove, AB T7X 4P9
Heavy Metal Place - Now Open!
May 28 2025Heavy Metal Place officially opened on May 10 at 50 Westwind Drive in Spruce Grove! Over 4,000 people attended to celebrate the City’s new state-of-the-art, multi-purpose recreation and culture centre.Heavy Metal Place features two NHL-size ice surfaces, a versatile Black Box Theatre, a full-service branch of the Spruce Grove Public...