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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...
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...
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ERINnovation Meet-Up in Spruce Grove
May 27 2025The City of Spruce Grove and Edmonton Regional Innovation Network are co-hosting the ERINnovation Meet-Up with Spruce Grove event on June 11 at the Border Paving Athletic Centre. This event features local entrepreneurs, service providers, and networking opportunities to help grow the innovation ecosystem beyond city limits. Seating is limited,...
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Finding Success - Now Available!
May 26 2025Spruce Grove's Finding Success profile is back with a whole new look! Go behind the scenes with 18 industrial businesses and see what they have to say about finding success in Spruce Grove. For printed copies, please contact us at invest@sprucegrove.org.Learn about our business community and quality of life. These award-winning brochures help...
Nominate a business for an award!
May 25 2025Employer of the Year AwardWould 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...
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Spruce Grove's newest business, Jason M Kennedy Professional Corporation, is officially open!Location108, 323 McLeod Ave, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 0J6AboutJason M Kennedy Professional Corporation offers professional and personalized tax, accounting, and financial services to individuals and businesses in Spruce Grove and surrounding areas.Visit jmkprofcorp.com for more information.
Bird has returned!
May 23 2025Bird Canada's popular shared micro-mobility program is back in Spruce Grove for its third year, bringing convenient and eco-friendly transportation options to the community. This year, we’re excited to introduce e-bikes, offering residents an additional sustainable way to explore the city.For the first time, e-scooters and e-bikes are available in...
On May 22, entrepreneurs attended their first workshop, Monsters Under the Bed: Identifying Fears, to help identify and confront their fears about starting or growing their business. In the coming months, entrepreneurs will continue to attend in-person workshops, complete online learning, and work with their mentors on their business plan. If you...
Summer at the Centre Night 2025 Markets
May 21 2025The City Centre Business Association (CCBA)'s Summer at the Centre 2025 Night Markets are back, promising 4 unforgettable evenings of live entertainment, shopping, and food in Spruce Grove’s City Centre on July 5 & 19 and August 2 & 16. With over 10,000+ attendees expected, vendor and sponsor applications are...
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Sunset Motors - Now Open!
May 14 2025Spruce Grove's newest business, Sunset Motors, is officially open!Location128 First Avenue E, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 2Z8AboutSunset Motors is a local and family-owned car dealership that is a go-to destination for automotive needs such as buying, selling, trading, and financing a wide selection of quality vehicles. Visit their Facebook page for...
The 2025 SMARTstart Cohort is Here!
May 14 2025On May 9, the City of Spruce Grove hosted a SMARTstart welcome launch kick-off event with the new 2025 cohort! During this event, the entrepreneurs participated in a speed-connecting session with the mentors. In the coming weeks, entrepreneurs and mentors will be paired together based on common goals and skills. We are...
Plato's Closet - Now Open!
Apr 30 2025Spruce Grove's newest business, Plato's Closet, is officially open!Location140 St Matthews Avenue, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 4P9AboutPlato's Closet is a locally owned and operated thrift store that sells affordable and gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories for teenagers and young adults.Visit platoscloset.com/locations/spruce-grove-ab for more information.
Heavy Metal Place Grand Opening
Apr 23 2025The grand opening of Heavy Metal Place is Saturday, May 10 and you're invited! Join us for an official ribbon cutting at 2 p.m., then head inside for free public skating (bring your skates and helmet!), facility tours, live entertainment, cake, Pop-Up Playground games, and more! Follow the signs to...
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ChcKen - Now Open!
Apr 23 2025Spruce Grove's newest business, ChcKen, is officially open!Location240 St Matthews Avenue, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 3B1AboutChcKen has opened in the Super 8 by Wyndham hotel. The menu features fried chicken, sandwiches, fingers, wings, wraps, and a variety of kids meals, side items, soups, and desserts.Visit their Facebook page for more...
The City of Spruce Grove and Technology Alberta are hosting one of their FREE monthly Friendly Fridays in Spruce Grove!Date and time Friday, April 4 from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PMLocation Elks Social Hall at 400 Diamond Avenue, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7X 4C8Who is this event for?The Innovation community, tech companies, small...
SMARTstart - In-Person Information Session
Mar 6 2025The City of Spruce Grove and the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce are hosting a free in-person information session about the newly launched SMARTstart Program for those that are a new business or an early-stage business owner, as well as for those that are interested in becoming a mentor.Who...
Silky Milky Nail Salon - Now Open!
Mar 1 2025Spruce Grove's newest business, Silky Milky Nails & Spa, is officially open!Location3 Ballpark way, Spruce Grove, Alberta T7Z 4C2AboutSilky Milky Nails & Spa provides a luxurious atmosphere for manicures, pedicures, waxing, and aesthetics. They offer relaxed elegance, flawless details, and personalized care in a welcoming space.Visit silkymilky.ca for more information.