July 10, 2024

In this Issue:

 

Taste of Okotoks - July 20!

The Town is looking for local food providers, restaurants & caterers to participate & highlight Okotoks' diverse food scene at the Taste of Okotoks on Saturday, July 20! Showcase your restaurant & menu with featured food samples at this culinary celebration! Learn more & register by the end of the day Friday, July 12 below.

Learn more & register today


For all Okotoks event-related informatuion check out www.okotoks.ca/events! 

Get Involved in Downtown Events

Looking for a way to boost your visibility & engage with the community?

Consider registering to participate within the downtown core event zone and get your brand in front of thousands of festival attendees

Learn more & register

Downtown's Next Chapter - Share Your Thoughts!

Are you a Main Street (Elizabeth/McRae/N Railway St.) business owner/operator or staff member & haven’t taken the downtown improvement project survey yet? Share your thoughts on construction impacts, timing & how the Town can support you during the process by Wednesday, July 31. Downtown businesses that don't front main street are also welcome to provide feedback! Learn more about Downtown’s Next Chapter and take the survey by clicking below. Thank you for your input!

Learn more & take the survey

Business Grand Opening: D'Arcy Crossing

Photo credit: Okotoks Western Wheel

The D'Arcy Crossing shopping centre, open since last year, celebrated it's official grand opening on June 8. Congratulations! Check out details about opportunities in this shopping area below.

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Business Success Story Program

Highlight Your Business!

Are you a business in Okotoks that would like to highlight your success? Reach out to us today and we will share your inspiring story on our website, in our newsletter and on social media!

Email us at: ecdevokotoks@okotoks.ca

 

 

Summer Tourism Boost

Summer is here! Okotoks is set to experience a surge in tourism, bringing a welcome economic boost to our local businesses. Take advantage of the crowds that large events draw in by using the opportunity to promote your business, increase sales and engage with customers. 

Some suggestions to consider:

  • offer special promotions including unique summer-themed produces or services
  • offer extended hours
  • enhance online presence
  • provide local attraction info
  • collaborate with other local businesses to create package deals
  • host small events or offer special discounts during peak tourist times

Find out about all upcoming Town events to help you leverage summer tourism and boost your revenues!

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New Businesses 

The Town of Okotoks thanks all businesses for choosing to do business in our community! We are unable to provide a list of new businesses this month but wish to congratulate and welcome you to Okotoks!  

More Info

Business webinars can help businesses thrive. They often focus on specific skills or topics relevant to your industry. Check out what's coming up!

Business Webinars

Interested in learning more about, or bidding on, procurement opportunities? Find out more below!

Procurement Opportunities

Business Support Resources

We have compiled some resources that could be of interest or helpful to you as you do business in Okotoks.

There are numerous resources for small businesses to stimulate growth. Supports include loans, bursaries, financing, marketing, succession and other aids for small businesses - check it out below!

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 Please Share!

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