BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT: ENERGY CRYSTALS & BOOKS
Energy Crystals & Books was established in 2019 and is Wainwright’s only Metaphysical and Energetic healing shop to offer both a wide range of products, services and gifts at the best prices.

Our peaceful atmosphere provides a place to relax and heal the mind, body and spirit. Through our various services, classes, meditation and metaphysical products, we offer you opportunities for physical healing, personal growth and deepened spiritual connection.

We offer a large, ever-growing selection of educational (and beautiful) books, Tarot, Oracle and Divination tools, a beautiful ever-growing selection of ethically sourced Crystals, Altar and Ritual tools, Energy Clearing and Energy Cleansing aids like sustainably and ethically harvested Sage, Sweetgrass, and Palo Santo. We provide Reiki healing in our relaxing pyramid room and energy sessions that will leave you feeling recharged. Tarot and Rune readings are done onsite as well as via email and can be added onto any service. We take great pride in creating custom pieces of art, dreamcatchers and statement pieces as well as hosting a monthly Serenity Gathering for people to come together to be supported in their uniqueness.
Energy Crystals & Books
1019 - Avenue, Wainwright, AB
(780) 845 - 9988
In this eclectic and supportive environment, there is something for everyone. Come experience it for yourself, your soul will thank you. Energy Crystals & Books is located at 1019 2 Ave, Wainwright, AB and can also be found on Facebook and Instagram (@EnergyCrystalsandBooks).
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BECOME A HEALTH CARE AIDE FOR FREE
The Health Care Aide program will be offered by Lakeland College in Wainwright starting in September 2022!

Students can apply for a $9000 tuition bursary, paid out in two installments; $3000 after completion of courses 1-5 and $6000 paid after all courses have been completed and successful completion of the provincial exam. To be eligible students must sign a return of service agreement agreeing to work 2,000 hours, within two years of commencing employment with a continuing care operator (CC). CC operators include Wainwright Long Term Care and Points West Living. Lakeland College Health Care Aide students are eligible for this bursary. Please apply HERE

Entrance and program requirements are detailed HERE

The program will run from September 6, 2022 to April 23, 2023 with theory completed online and labs completed over 10 weekends. The exact weekend dates are still to be determined.

320 hours of practicum are also required and will be scheduled as follows:
  • December 5 – 16, 2022 (full-time, 80 hours)
  • March 13 – April 21, 2023 (full-time, 240 hours)
To apply for the program, please visit: Apply Alberta.  Please note that spaces are available on a first qualified, first accepted basis so in order to obtain a seat, don’t delay in applying!

If you have any questions, please contact Kaleigh Schmid, Enrollment Specialist, at  780.871.5429 or Kayleigh.schmid@lakelandcollege.ca
LOCAL PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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.

Click here for the list of   WAINWRIGHT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
WAINWRIGHT BIZ BOX
Wainwright Economic Development extends a huge thank you to the businesses contributing products to the first Wainwright Biz Box and to the sponsoring businesses! The Biz Boxes will be available for purchase during Small Business Week at the Town Office starting on October 17th.
GROW YOUR COMPANY'S DIGITAL PRESENCE
Applications for the Canada Digital Adoption Program, Grow Your Business Online Grant are open.

Learn how you can get a $2,400 grant to help you grow your company's digital presence!
$50M NOW AVAILABLE TO CREATE CHILD-CARE SPACES FOR NON-PROFIT FACILITIES
The Alberta government is focused on building capacity in licensed non-profit and home-based child care. The Space Creation Grant will help enable 42,500 total new non-profit licensed spaces to be created over the next 5 years.

Applications for the grant funding are open to non-profit groups interested in creating new child care spaces or starting new child care programs. New and existing non-profit, facility-based child care programs may apply.

Creation of spaces will be targeted in areas of high-demand for child care spaces through 3 funding categories:
  1. existing licensed facilities where there is high-demand
  2. new licensed facilities where there is high-demand
  3. locations identified as child care deserts (communities where there is limited to no child care)

Per space grant amounts provided to eligible recipients will be:
  • $5,000 per new space for existing licensed facilities where there is high-demand
  • $5,500 per new space for new licensed facilities where there is high-demand
  • $6,000 per new space for new licensed facilities in child care deserts (communities where there is limited to no child care)
TOURISM FUNDING AVAILABLE
The cooperative investment fund empowers communities to grow tourism revenue through destination development, promotion, and cultural events and festivals.
 
Tourism Relief Fund: Closes March 31, 2023
The Tourism Relief Fund, administered by Canada’s regional development agencies and Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), helps tourism businesses and organizations adapt their operations to meet public health requirements while investing in products and services to facilitate their future growth. Tourism Relief Fund projects will focus on Product Development and Destination Development. 
AUGUST "OUT OF OFFICE" EVENT
EXPLORE BATTLE RIVER COUNTRY
Battle River Country is a partnership between the Town & M.D. of Wainwright and the Villages of Edgerton, Irma, and Chauvin.

The Battle River Country website includes interviews and videos showcasing many of our local businesses and tourism sites. Find out more about our crystal clear lakes, vast open landscapes, historic sites, golf courses, friendly people and more!
WAINWRIGHT APPAREL NOW AVAILABLE
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