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Indigenous Entrepreneur Conference Coming to Slave Lake!
Discover how culture, tourism, and entrepreneurship come together at the Indigenous Entrepreneur Conference. A day of learning, networking, and opportunities to help your business thrive.
Jul 3113 min read
Shop Local For Mom | Motherโs Day Contest 2026
Celebrate the amazing moms in your life by shopping local to get a chance to win a curated Mother's Day Gift Basket.
Apr 272 min read
Business on the Lake Conference 2026: Bridging the Gap
A one-day mini business conference will bring together entrepreneurs, employers, HR professionals, educators, Indigenous leaders, youth organizations, government partners, and aspiring business owners for a powerful day of learning, collaboration, and forward-thinking action.
Nov 18, 20257 min read
Wabasca Lemonade Day Stands & Winners 2025
๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐, ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ ๐ญ๐ฐ, ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ and support our local young business owners by buying a cup of their lemonade!
Jun 18, 20252 min read
High Prairie Lemonade Day Stands & Winners 2025
๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฎ๐, ๐๐๐ป๐ฒ ๐ญ๐ฐ, ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ and support our local young business owners by buying a cup of their lemonade!
Jun 18, 20252 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 18, 20252 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
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
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
Hyperdrive Women in Business Summit
EmpowHER: Pave Your Way to Success! March 15- 17, 2024 - Jasper, AB Calling all women in business, leaders, and workforce! Ladies,...
Feb 1, 20246 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
FREE WEBINAR- Canada Alberta Job Grant
Presented by Deanna Basarab- Workforce Consultant, Labour and Workforce Strategies of Alberta Jobs, Economy, and Trade Government of...
Oct 31, 20232 min read
The Power of Shopping Local
Small Business Week is an exciting occasion that shines a spotlight on the essential small businesses operating in rural towns. These...
Oct 20, 20232 min read
DKSL- Dancin' Kids Slave Lake- A Digital Economy Program Success Feature
Featuring Heather of DKSL Today, we are pleased to feature Heather Auger, co-owner of Dancin' Kids Slave Lake. DKSL has been providing...
Oct 11, 20233 min read
Boom Eyelashes by Kelly - A Digital Economy Program Success Feature
Featuring Kelly Jean of Boom Eyelashes Today, weโre featuring Kelly Jean Omalin, the owner of Boom Eyelashes By Kelly. Specializing in...
Sep 12, 20232 min read
Empowering Indigenous Businesses
Empowering Indigenous Business Owners or aspiring entrepreneurs and enabling them to new soar to new heights.
Aug 8, 20233 min read
Capital Growth Initiative Program (CGI) 2023
Access low-interest loans designed specifically for women entrepreneurs, and offers flexible repayment options and forgivable loan portions
Jun 26, 20233 min read
Unleash the POWER in You! - FREE Women Empowerment Event
Prepare to be inspired and informed by a lineup of speakers who will share their insights into the transformative power of STORYTELLING.
Jun 2, 20232 min read
Business Retention and Expansion Strategy (BRE)
A BRE strategy and related programs contribute to community stability through the maintenance and creation of jobs.
May 31, 20232 min read
Beautification Loan Program
The Beautification Loan Program provides interest-free term loans up to $20,000 for three years to improve the appearance of a business.
May 31, 20232 min read
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