The City of Spruce Grove
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π COVID-19 IMPACT SURVEY - NOW AVAILABLE! π
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πΊ NEW DEVELOPMENTS πΊ
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New developments in Spruce Grove will be featured in each newsletter.
RAVENWOLF BREWING CO. LTD.
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RavenWolf Brewing Co., Spruce Grove's newest micro-brewery and taproom, is officially open! Located at 45C South Ave, this husband and wife operated team specializes in bold, smooth, and finely crafted beers serviced with a menu of tasty snacks that are inspired with a "Caribbean" flair.
Owners, Jan and Randal Gillett, spent the last few decades brewing hundreds of batches, while refining their recipes multiple times to perfection.
Their symbol, the raven (also known as the "wolf-bird"), symbolizes curiosity, mysteriousness, and inspiration. The wolf symbolizes loyalty and passion for family connections. Their vision is to live in a community where they can share their daily lives, care for one another, and form valuable friendships.
"The brewery and taproom is truly FROM, IN, and FOR our local community. Committing both times and resources, we have always had a heart for the Tri-Region and are known for extending warm and open hospitality." - The Gilletts
The Gilletts focus on quality, connections, and inspire you to - "Craft Your Life". Congratulations, Jan and Randal, and welcome to Spruce Grove!
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The City of Spruce Grove's Support Local campaign encourages individuals to help businesses during this time of recovery, where all COVID-19 safety protocols and public health orders will be followed.
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Welcome, new Spruce Grove businesses!
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Liberty Donairs on Jennifer Heil Way offers mouth-watering donairs, freshly wrapped pitas, unique poutines, and flavorful milkshakes. π―
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Modern Trend Studio on King Street is a family-owned salon with a passion for haircuts, precision color, foils, and ombre/balayage! β
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Thank you to our existing businesses!
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All Precious Jewellers on McLeod Avenue continues to offer a stunning range of rings, necklaces, watches, snow globes, statues, and many more! π
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Cake Affair on Alberta Avenue is a licensed cakery that offers delicious custom designed cakes, cake pops, cookies, and pies for any event. π
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π©ββοΈ PUBLIC HEALTH RESTRICTIONS π¨ββοΈ
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For complete information on current public health measures, please visit alberta.ca/covid19.
For detailed information on the application of COVID-19 restrictions and protocols for businesses, please visit alberta.ca/bizconnect.
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In efforts to encourage economic recovery, restaurants in Spruce Grove can provide outdoor/sidewalk patio seating to customers, while following all provincial health protocols and meeting the Cityβs criteria.
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π COVID-19 SUPPORT PROGRAMS π²
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Federal Budget extends several key COVID-19 support programs to Fall 2021.
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Businesses operating since February 29, 2020 and those that began between March 1, 2020 - March 31, 2021 can apply for up to $10,000. Hotels, taxis, and ride-share services can now apply. Applications will be open until May 31.
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This program provides businesses heavily impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to access low-interest loans of $25,000 to $1,000,000 to cover cash flow needs. Applications will remain open until June 30, 2021.
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Commercial rent and mortgage support to organizations. Lockdown Support provides an additional 25% of support or 90% to businesses greatly impacted. Renters and owners can receive payment without participation of landlords. Applications for period 7 (March 14 to April 10) are open. Deadline extended to September 25, 2021.
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To promote investment and diversification, this grant provides up to a 20% tax credit towards Research and Development. The grant will be phased out for firms with $10M to $50M in taxable capital and will provide benefits up to $4M in annual R&D spending. This grant is delivered through the corporate tax system.
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The RRRF has expanded and now offers up to an additional $20,000 for eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) needing continued financial support. Deadline extended to June 30, 2021.
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Funding for employers to help employees and for unemployed Albertans to access training opportunities. Employers are required to contribute 1/3 of training costs and government contributes 2/3 to a maximum of $10,000 per trainee per year.
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The CERB program has transitioned to EI to provide support to those who qualify for EI benefits, but are unable to work. The number of weeks of regular EI benefits is proposed to be increased to a maximum of 50 weeks for claims made between September 27 and September 25.
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Individuals not eligible for EI can apply through CRB. A proposed extension to the time eligibility period will allow recipients to apply for 19 periods (38 weeks) between September 27, 2020 and September 25, 2021. Applications for period 15 (April 11 to April 24) are open.
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In addition to the $40,000 interest-free loan, eligible businesses, such as hard-hit small businesses and non-profit organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic will now be able to access an additional interest-free loan of up to $20,000. Applicants now have until June 30, 2021 to apply for the $60,000 loan or the $20,000 expansion.
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An employer who has seen a drop in revenue may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of employee wages. Changes allow a top-up of 35% and a subsidy amount of $595 for employees on leave with pay. The base revenue remains at 40%. Applications for period 14 (March 14 to April 10) are open. Deadline extended to September 25, 2021.
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Extended from 38 to 76 weeks, eligible employers may immediately enter into a new agreement. Eligibility has expanded to include businesses who have been in business for 1 year and essential staff.
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The Federal Budget 2021 extends the following COVID-19 programs to help get the economy through the final stages of the pandemic: CEWS, CERS and Lockdown Support, CEBA, and RRRF.
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The Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 2nd annual golf tournament on August 12, 2021. Register here to experience great golf, great networking, and great times, while supporting the Parkland Pregnancy Support Centre, an organization that provides support and resources to pregnant women, new mothers, and families with toddlers.
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On August 27-29, the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce hopes to host the Tri-Expo & Marketplace at Heritage Park in Stony Plain. This family-friendly event will now feature local food vendors on-site. They are hopeful that come Summer, they will be able to host this event. Click here to learn more.
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π WELCOME, BRENDA BUCHKO! π
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Brenda relocated to the Spruce Grove area in December 2016 from Fort McMurray with her family. She has been an active part in the community as a Board Member for the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre as well as volunteering with local organizations.
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Brenda completed her Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Health Education as well as her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Victoria and went on to work as a Manager at MacDonald Island Park and Shell Place in Fort McMurray.
In this role, she hosted numerous events such as the Edmonton Eskimos Northern Kickoff, the 2015 Western Canadian Summer Games, the 2015 Grand Slam of Curling, and numerous concerts including Arrowsmith and KISS. She currently owns a consulting and architecture firm with her husband and spends her days enjoying her acreage with her 3 children and 3 dogs.
Welcome to the City Centre Business Association, Brenda!
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As hydrogen is a vital component of our clean energy system, Canada launched the Edmonton Region Hydrogen HUB, an initiative to build Canada's first low-carbon hydrogen economy in our region.
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Spruce Grove released its permit activity reports for March 2021. These indicate building and development permit values, population growth, trends, the cost for providing infrastructure, and more.
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This program helps businesses reach their global potential by providing access to industry experts to develop and execute a personalized market-entry export plan. Companies from Spruce Grove are encouraged to apply.
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This program provides up to $55 million for businesses to improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and decrease operating costs, while creating skilled jobs and boosting economic recovery. Applications are open.
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Thank you for your engagement.
Together, we play an important role in keeping our community healthy and safe.
From our team to yours,
Dave, Karla, Jamie-Lynn, & Anika
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