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For The Love of Art: The Gilded Rabbit
Passing Into The Right Hands Marian Switzer started at The Gilded Rabbit Art and Framing when it was “Colours Art and Framing” in 2005. When the owners retired in 2018, they asked if she was interested in buying the business that she knew so well. This did not come without some challenges: The same year…
Read MoreChocolate, Coffee, Art: Ch.Cafeteria
Everything Came Together For Nadia and her husband Vincent, Ch. Cafeteria just seemed to fall into place. Having worked with chocolate for years in her home country of Mexico, they wanted to share the specific brands and sources of chocolate they had found, finding coffee the perfect pairing. Upon coming to Edmonton, Nadia noticed the…
Read MoreMacKinnon Ravine Pedestrian Bridge Update
Construction has begun on the replacement MacKinnon Ravine Pedestrian Bridge, located across from 148 Street, connecting Stony Plain Road to Summit Drive. The bridge is a great resource that connects our neighbourhood directly to Edmonton’s beautiful River Valley Trail system. The bridge has been closed since late 2021, and demolition occurred in early 2022. The…
Read MoreEdmonton’s New Single-Use Bylaw: A Step Towards Sustainable Future
Edmonton, one of Canada’s leading cities in environmental initiatives, has taken a significant stride towards building a sustainable future by implementing its new single-use bylaw. Aimed at reducing the consumption of disposable items, this bylaw demonstrates the city’s commitment to environmental conservation and responsible waste management. By addressing the issue of single-use items head-on, Edmonton…
Read MoreJuly 2022 Members Update
I hope you are liking the direction of our Member’s e-newsletter. Justin Keats, our Communications Coordinator, is doing some great work and I hope you are noticing our increased efforts. We are also exploring better ways to provide you with information as our members that is cleaner and more visually interesting to you. We know…
Read MoreSPRBA Seeking New Board Directors for 2022
Stony Plain Road Business Association was established in 2005 and focuses on the beautification and marketing of the area. We work to develop and coordinate marketing, promotions, special events, street beautification, safety and security, and place making all through the lens of economic development. We serve as a united voice for businesses in Edmonton’s west…
Read MoreSummer Positions 2022
You are our first point of contact for our business members and activate community building and meaningful relationships. You are a passionate brand ambassador and embrace the culture of SPR. You are organized and pay special attention to details and connecting and empowering people. You are service-orientated and strategically connect people and opportunities.
Read MoreInstagram for Small Businesses
Join local influencer, Linda Hoang on March 1, 2022 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm, for our next virtual social media info session! This workshop will focus on Instagram and is FREE to join. Please contact [email protected] to RSVP for this event. Instagram for Small BusinessesThis workshop, led by social media strategist Linda Hoang, will provide strategies for how…
Read MoreSocial Media 101 & The Digital Economy Program Video
On February 15, 2022, the Stony Plain Road Business Association held an online info session on the basics of social media for businesses as well as The Digital Economy Program. You can watch a recording of this hour-long information session here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FXIgmltQ6xTxCrqEZKKoxrVzX1smpgcu/view?usp=sharing
Read MoreNavigating Alberta’s Health Measures Update
Public health restrictions for the province of Alberta will be lifted in 3 steps starting February 9, 2022. Alberta will enter step 1 on February 9, and will progress to the next steps once conditions show Alberta’s health system’s capacity is recovering. STEP 1 What does this mean for businesses? As of February 9, Restrictions…
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