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This is a once in lifetime opportunity for young leaders ages 16-30 to kickstart their future by working with global leaders to develop realistic and implementable business ideas.
Want to learn more?
Too excited to wait?
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TOWN OFFERING 25% REBATE PROMOTION ON LOTS |
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn, Town Council has approved a policy to provide a 25% rebate on all Town-owned serviced lots. This includes residential, commercial and industrial lots within the Town of Wainwright.
Council and Administration hopes this promotion will encourage construction and help local contractors and trades with employment, thereby helping to stimulate the local economy and increase the tax base.
The promotion is for a limited time only, starting on August 5th, 2020 and ending on June 1st, 2021. There are conditions on the promotion such as the lot(s) must be paid in full and the building must be fully constructed prior to receiving the 25% rebate. For full details, contact Carley Herbert or Scott Flett, Director of Planning & Development at the Town Office.
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LOCAL PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES |
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In order to assist local business in gaining information on business opportunities with local municipalities, Wainwright Garrison etc., the Wainwright Economic Development Office will periodically send out business opportunities featured on merx.com and buyandsell.gc.ca that pertain particularly to Wainwright and area.
These are systems used by the Government for procurement of goods and services over $25,000.
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FUTURPRENEUR SIDE HUSTLE PROGRAM |
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Side hustling entrepreneurs ages 18 to 39 may be eligible for up to $15,000 in loan financing to support the launch and growth of their side business. Entrepreneurs are also matched with a business mentor who can help the entrepreneur navigate the first two years of business.
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COMMUNITY INITIATIVES PROGRAM
PROJECT-BASED GRANT
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Re-opens with a September 15, 2020 intake.
Alberta's government is reopening the Community Initiatives Program Project-Based grant stream to support economic recovery and build social connections.
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Alberta's non-profit and community organizations can now apply to the September 15 intake, which aims to foster healthy and vibrant communities across Alberta. Funding will focus on events, festivals, programs and projects delivered in innovative and creative ways that align with public health measures.
The Community Initiatives Program Project-Based grant was paused in May 2020 to reallocate funds to help struggling front-line charities and non-profits maintain their core operations and provide services during the COVID-19 pandemic. The May 15 intake willbe combined with the September 15 intake, with noticiations to orgaizations in march 2021. For more information and to apply, visit Community Initatives Program (CIP) Project-Based grant.
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COOPERATIVE INVESTMENT PROGRAM |
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Cooperative Investment Program will incentivize tourism operators and regions across Alberta to RESTART consumer marketing activities and aid in the development of traveler products, experiences, and packaging in a COVID-19 travel environment. The program is to support partners with product/experience development and partnership marketing.
Go to the Industry Hub for revised guidelines and new program highlights including:
- Fall / Winter intake is September 1-30, 2020
- The program does not require partners to match funds
- Capital costs related to COVID-19 for product development will be eligible up to $5,000
- Support for e-commerce, on-line booking/ticketing platforms are eligible for funding
- Development and delivery of virtual experiences are eligible
The main intent with the revised program is to assist businesses in developing and delivering experiences in a COVID-19 travel environment, stimulate revenue to tourism businesses, get Albertans back to work and inspire pride of place in local communities and the province.
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BUSINESS LINK WEBINARS
ASK A LAWYER
September 2nd 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
HOW TO SELL YOUR BUSINESS WITH SUCCESSION PLANNING
September 3rd 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
IMMIGRANT ENTREPRENEURS: ASK AN ACCOUNTANT
September 8th 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ASK AN ACCOUNTANT
September 9th 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ALBERTA AGRICULTURE AND FOOD VIRTUAL EXPORT INFORMATION SESSIONS
PIVOT YOUR BUSINESS DURING & POST-PANDEMIC WITH NON-BRANDED MANUFACTURING
Wednesday, Septempber 9 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
HOW TO ENTER THE FOODSERVICE SECTOR
Thursday, October 15, 2020 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
ALBERTA WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS WEBINARS
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This program can be used to train an unemployed Alberta that you may want to consider hiring...and at 100% reimbursement. Apply online through the portal and check out the comprehensive applicant guide that you can download with the details for the program. |
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TAX RETURN PAYMENT DEADLINE EXTENDED |
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The Canada Revenue Agency is further extending the payment due date for 2019 individual tax returns and 2019 or 2020 corporation, or trust returns, as well as for instalment payments, from September 1, 2020, to September 30, 2020.
The CRA will also waive arrears interest on existing tax debts related to individual, corporation, and trust income tax returns from April 1, 2020, to September 30, 2020, and from April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2020, for Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) returns.
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RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES AFFECTED BY COVID-19 |
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While every effort is made to ensure the currency, accuracy and completeness of the information provided, The Town of Wainwright (Wainwright Economic Development) is not liable for any loss, claim or demand arising directly or indirectly from any use or reliance upon the information provided. |
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