BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT: CLEANING BY LUCY
Cleaning by Lucy is an experienced Residential/Janitorial/Commercial service.

We have been in the business for many years, so we've learned that quality work plus good customer service is the secret to success. We are committed to client satisfaction by delivering work that is perfectly tailored to our client's vision. Let us take care of all your cleaning needs.

Our services:
  • Residential/Janitorial/Commercial
  • Move out
  • Floor (Stripping & Waxing/Carpet Cleaning)

Call for a quote at 780.806.1505
If you would like to be featured as a Business Highlight in an upcoming newsletter, please email us at cherbert@wainwright.ca
INVITATION TO APPLY FOR 2023 BIZ BOX
Wainwright Economic Development is excited to be putting together our 2nd annual collaboration box to showcase the wonderful and unique businesses the Wainwright area has to offer.
 
Last year, all 50 of the Wainwright Biz Boxes sold out in just 22 minutes! This year we are aiming to have 100 boxes available to be sold during Small Business Week, which runs from October 15 - 21, 2023.
 
New this year is the option for sponsors and vendors to include a discount or incentive in the box in order to drive follow-up sales to your business.
 
This is a non-profit initiative with the sole purpose being to highlight and promote our area’s businesses. Submission does not guarantee acceptance. 
CROWDFUNDING ALBERTA
The Government of Alberta may provide match funding for one campaign per non-profit organization per fiscal year. The Government’s next fiscal year begins on April 1st. All campaigns submitted in the new fiscal will once again be considered for match funding of up to $15,000. Visit the website for more information.
ALBERTA OPEN FARM DAYS
Alberta Open Farms Days is being held on August 19 & 20, 2023.

It is an incubator for agri-tourism and rural sustainability. It brings Albertans together through educational and experiential agricultural-based initiatives to learn about where food comes from. As well, some of Alberta's most talented chefs and rural communities host a memorable series of farm to table culinary events that are held around the province using Alberta farm products.
2023 HEALTH CARE AIDE PROGRAM
Looking for a rewarding health care career? Apply for the Lakeland College Canada Health Care Aide program, starting in Wainwright in September 2023.

A $9000 tuition bursary is available. 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 Lakeland College at hello@lakelandcollege.ca or 780.871.5429.
RETAIL THEFT PREVENTION: PART 2
Training Employees to Prevent Shoplifting

The most effective way to prevent thefts is to remove the opportunity for a crime to take place. The Wainwright RCMP recommends that you train your employees with the following in mind:
  • Greet customers as they enter the store and provide them with the best customer service possible - shoplifters shun attention.
  • Take note of people who frequently enter the store without making any purchases.
  • Watch for people who appear nervous, are wandering around, and possibly picking up items with little interest.
  • Watch for people carrying large purses, shopping bags, strollers, umbrellas or bulky clothing. Note that thieves concealing items may walk with short or unnatural steps.
  • Be mindful of distractions. Professionals work in pairs - one distracts while the other shoplifts.
  • Only show one valuable at a time to a customer.
  • Lock display cases.
  • Limit and know the number of clothing articles a person has with them in a dressing room at any given time.
  • Remove empty hangers from clothing racks so that the presence of one could more easily indicate a shoplifter is at work.
  • Watch for label switching, short-changing cashiers, and phony returns.

ONE FINAL NOTE: If you don't feel comfortable with the person(s) in your store, OR you have an uneasy feeling about them, then simply as them to leave. You can refuse business to anyone for any reason so exercise that right.
CHAMBER STAMPEDE KICKOFF
The Stampede Kickoff is being held on Thursday, June 22, 2023.

The Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce is looking for:
  • Food vendors
  • Chili Cook Off teams
  • Participants for the entertainment stage
  • Mascots
  • Market Vendors (both non-profit as well as home based Businesses) 

The Chamber is inviting all groups to participate.  If interested please email events.wdchamber@gmail.com for more information.
NEW WAINWRIGHT APPAREL
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 CanadaBuys that pertain particularly to Wainwright and area.

These are systems used by the Government for procurement of goods and services over $25,000.
UPCOMING BUSINESS EDUCATION
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs
Business Link Programs
Start-up Lloydminster
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT FUNDING
The Town of Wainwright offers funding to community groups or organizations providing an event or activity that will encourage positive economic activity in the community. Funding is made available annually through the Town of Wainwright’s Economic Development Support Fund Budget.

Please find below our application form with details on criteria, funding levels etc. 

For more information about this funding opportunity please contact Carley Herbert, Economic Development Officer @ 780-842-3381 or by email cherbert@wainwright.ca
SENIOR AA PROVINCIALS
We would like to welcome the teams, officials, families and spectators to our community for the Hockey Alberta Senior AA Provincials occurring from April 6 - 9, 2023.

Keep informed on game times, standings and more at senioraa.haprovincials.ca
9-1-1 BBQ
ECONOMY STATISTICS
ADDITIONAL FUNDING & RESOURCE PROGRAMS
BUSINESS RESOURCES
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.