April 14, 2020
We are now closed to the public however are still operating.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; closed 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Reach us at: 403-742-3181
Together We Can
The Stettler Regional Board of Trade & Community Development, in partnership with Stettler Regional Emergency Management Agency, will be collecting emergency information from businesses along with details on their current situation to help share resources and prepare for recovery.

We are asking all businesses to please fill out this vital form. 
Have you prepared a Business Continuity Plan?
Yes
No
I don't know what that is
BUSINESS RESOURCES
From the Stettler Board of Trade and ECA Review

Local businesses are able to advertise their services and hours with the ECA Review at 50% cost sponsored by the Stettler Regional Board of Trade & Community Development

Contact Judy at  marketing@ecareview.com  or 403-740-2492

Have you heard about  Business Link ? They provide customized business advice and support for entrepreneurs navigating building, running and growing their own businesses. Right now, they are offering free advice, coaching and information on COVID-19 resources and supports.
Find out more on their website:  www.businesslink.ca
From Shopify & The Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Join us and Shopify on Wednesday, April 15, as we discuss options for navigating your business through this new environment. We will explore the use of resources and e-commerce tools that you can access through Shopify, as well as answer your questions about their platform and transitioning your business to online operations. 

Guest speakers for the event include: 
  • Kray Mitchell, Local Community Manager for Kelowna, Shopify
  • Nikki Thibodeau, Local Community Manager for Victoria, Shopify
  • Susanna Cluff-Clyburne, Senior Director, Parliamentary Affairs, Canadian Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday, April 15
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (ET)
From Community Futures East Parkland and Business Link Marketing Professionals
 
Are you a small business owner that wants to
  • Build your brand on Facebook
  • Create engaging content
  • Learn how to effectively promote your business using Facebook
  • Learn how to use Facebook tools to build your business and how to measure success of your Facebook marketing efforts
 
Who can attend these webinars?
Webinars are designed for participants in the 2020 Marketing Challenge Social Media but are open to any business owner looking to build the capacity of their marketing strategies on Facebook.
 
Build Your Brand on Facebook
April 16 @ 2:00PM
Learn how you can build your brand and grow your business using Facebook! This webinar will cover determining your target audience, setting goals, and building a social media strategy, so you can elevate your brand using a Facebook Business page. There will an opportunity to have a Marketing specialist answer any of your questions at the end of the webinar.
 
Creating Engaging Content for Your Small Business Facebook Page
April 23 @ 2:00PM
Posting on social media might seem simple, but posting the RIGHT content is a bit more complicated. Learn how to generate content ideas, create engaging content that will start conversations with your ideal customer, and get more value out of the time you put into your Business's Facebook page. There will an opportunity to have a Marketing specialist answer any of your questions at the end of the webinar.
 
Effectively Promoting Your Business Using Facebook
April 30 @ 2:00PM
So you have a Facebook page for your business, but how are you utilizing that page to connect with your ideal client? This webinar will teach you how to effectively promote your social media efforts. We will also cover the basics of advertising on Facebook, walking you step-by-step through creating your first ad. There will an opportunity to have a Marketing specialist answer any of your questions at the end of the webinar.
 
Facebook Tools to Build Your Business and How to Measure the Success of Your Facebook Marketing Efforts
May 7 @ 2:00PM
This webinar will cover some of the key tools available on your Facebook Business Page and how to use them to build and grow your business. In the second part of this online session, we will show you how to measure the effectiveness of your social media efforts using Facebook Insights. There will an opportunity to have a Marketing specialist answer any of your questions at the end of the webinar.
 
The Government of Canada has introduced the Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) to help Canadian businesses obtain financing during the current period of significant uncertainty. For additional information on any of the BCAP programs or to apply, Businesses should contact their primary lender, where they have a pre-existing relationship. Businesses that are impacted can contact them by phone or email to find out about their application process.

BCAP includes the following programs:
The Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) - Now Available
EDC Loan Guarantee for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises - Now Available
BDC Co-Lending Program for Small and Medium Enterprises - Coming Soon

Mental Health for Business Owners
Each webinar will be hosted weekly at the same day and time, and provide a 15 minute overview of a key micro-skill that you can do to support charging your mental health battery. After the 15-minute micro-skill review, there will be a 10-15 min Q and A for you to ask your own mental fitness questions. You can also view previously hosted webinars.
What's Good
With Easter just having passed and Administrative Professionals Day and Mother's Day approaching it is a great time to start thinking about putting together packages you can sell for these occasions. Whether this is a solo project or you partner with other local businesses it 's a great time to advertise that you are still here!
Business to Business
If your business is in immediate need of an item or resource to continue operations please contact us at 403-742-3181 or email info@stettlerboardoftrade.com
If your business is offering a special or promotion to assist other local businesses we would love to help you get the word out.
  1. 30 Second Spots - $22 (buy one get one free)
  2. 15 Second Spots - $12.50 (buy one get one free)
  3. Now and Then Package $500.00 - Fifty 30 second ads (split billing available)

Contact Kami: 403-741-4518 or kritz@stingray.com
Offers From Rairdan Services
1. I can offer web design on a payment plan until further notice. Cost split over 3-5 months to help businesses get online ASAP. Local businesses selling products need to get online ASAP and will be given priority. Free web design consults and quotes over the phone, Zoom or Google. 

2. 1/2 price business listings on StettlerLocal.com 

3. Free Classifieds on StettlerLocal.com 

4. Free business updates on StettlerLocal.com

5. 1/2 price Promoting Sales or flyers on StettlerLocal.com website, newsletters, and social media.

6. Work With Wendy this week (noon on Thursday) and will be on advertising options and how to change our advertising approach during COVID-19.  https://www.facebook.com/events/497046444296042/