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Client Feature: Rose Flores - Owner of Iconic Beauty
Meet Rose Flores-Cantada , the owner of a Iconic Beauty lash and aesthetics studio right here in Slave Lake. Iconic Beauty offers a...
Jul 103 min read
Empowering Indigenous Businesses (Wabasca)
Unlock Your Success Through Training 🌟 About the Event Are you an Indigenous entrepreneur looking to take your business to the next...
Jul 83 min read
Wabasca Lemonade Day Stands & Winners 2025
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 and support our local young business owners by buying a cup of their lemonade!
Jun 182 min read
High Prairie Lemonade Day Stands & Winners 2025
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 and support our local young business owners by buying a cup of their lemonade!
Jun 182 min read
Slave Lake Lemonade Day Stands & Winners 2025
What an amazing Lemonade Day! Rain or shine, these young entrepreneurs showed up, worked hard, and poured their hearts into their lemonade stands. We are so proud of each and every participant who brought creativity, energy, and community spirit to the day! In total, we had 19 amazing lemonade stands!
Jun 182 min read
Client Feature: Marissa Biggs - Owner of Snip'N Dash Mobile Grooming!
Marissa Biggs brings the first mobile dog grooming service to Slave Lake Meet Marissa Biggs , the proud owner of Snip' N Dash , Slave...
Jun 172 min read
Lemonade Day In Our Region
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 and support our local young business owners by buying a cup of their lemonade!
Jun 113 min read
Client Spotlight: Maria Khan – Owner of Delhi to Lahore Restaurant
Meet Maria Khan, an inspiring entrepreneur who has made impressive strides in just two years. As the proud owner of Fas Gas in both...
May 293 min read
Introducing EDGE: Empowering Digital Growth & Engagement for Local Business Success
In today’s fast-paced digital world, having a strong online presence isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. That’s why Community...
May 232 min read
Hyperdrive Women in Business Summit 2025 Recap
All our gratitude goes to Community Futures Grande Prairie — the heart and hands behind this amazing summit. More than 90 dynamic women...
Apr 294 min read
Join us at Hyperdrive 2025
RESILIENT VOICES - Escape, unplug, and focus on your business in an inspiring RETREAT in Jasper, Alberta ** 7 KEYNOTES -MULTIPLE BREAKOUT...
Feb 282 min read
Business on the Lake Conference 2025
A Day of Learning, Growth, and Connection On February 8, 2025, more than 50 entrepreneurs, professionals, and business enthusiasts...
Feb 183 min read
Empowering Women in Business
Women-owned businesses play a powerful role in strengthening the fabric of our communities. Research consistently shows that women business
Oct 30, 20243 min read
The Importance of Strategic Planning for Organizational Success
Strategic planning is the process that empowers organizations to define their future, allocate resources effectively, and stay competitive.
Oct 30, 20243 min read
Bring Your Business Idea To Life: FREE Training
Do you have a great idea for a business but aren’t sure how to turn it into a profitable business venture? This FREE training....
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Social Media Bootcamp: In-person FREE Training with Anita Hicks
This FREE workshop is specifically designed for local business owners, helping them leverage social media to grow their businesses.
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Empowering Indigenous Businesses-High Prairie
Unlock your Success through Training On October 2nd, Wednesday, the Community Futures Lesser Slave Lake in partnership with High Prairie...
Sep 5, 20243 min read
Spark the North: State of the Lake Event A Great Success
"Uniting Communities for Regional Growth" On Thursday, April 25, 2024, Spark the North – State of the Lake was successfully held at the...
May 14, 20243 min read
Ambition Auto Ltd.,- A Digital Economy Program Success Feature
Featuring Dylan of Ambition Auto We are excited to introduce Dylan Giacomini, the proud owner of Ambition Auto Ltd., a brand-new mechanic...
Feb 5, 20243 min read
Mugs and Dough Peace River- A Digital Economy Program Success Feature
The Mugs and Dough Pizza used the Digital Economy Program (DEP) to create some amazing digital marketing success for FREE!
Nov 3, 20233 min read
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