Businesses are eligible to receive thousands through Water Smart Business Grant.

This is your chance to apply for up to $10,000 to upgrade indoor and outdoor systems that conserve water. Not only can a business get the majority of initial costs covered, but these changes will also save money on every utility bill for years to come.

The grant has a total of $40,000 to allocate, and the deadline to apply is March 31! Click the button below for more info and to apply!

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The Okotoks & District Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2023 Trade & Lifestyle Show on Saturday, April 1 & Sunday, April 2.

The biggest tradeshow in the Foothills has once again partnered with Market Square to bring their Spring Fling Artisan Market to the Okotoks Recreation Centre during the same time as our Trade & Lifestyle Show, giving a bigger bang for your buck as both a vendor and as an attendee. For more info and to register as a vendor, click the button below!

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Grease interceptor requirements for food service establishments

Grease interceptors are an important pre-treatment system designed to be regularly maintained which will help in protecting your business.

The Town's Sanitary Sewer Service Bylaw requires each food service establishment to install a properly-sized grease interceptor in addition to maintaining documents of each cleaning or service.

Grease interceptors allow the separation and removal of fats, oils and grease as well as some solids from the wastewater before it is discharged into the Town's wastewater system.

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The Alberta Summer Games are coming soon: July 20-23, 2023! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteer, here's the info you need!

The games are expected to bring over 6,000 people to Okotoks and Diamond Valley: participants, coaches, staff, families, fans and volunteers! This exciting event is a great opportunity for local businesses to get involved and showcase what they have to offer! Here are some tips to get prepared:

• Check out sponsorship opportunities – sponsors are needed to help deliver an exceptional experience for everyone taking part and visiting Okotoks!
• Plan early – get your supplies, staffing and marketing strategy established ahead of time
• Get involved and be creative – help promote the event on your business website or put up event posters

With everything from becoming a “Friend of the Games” to investing in a “Partnership” level for premium recognition, there is a way for everyone to get involved!

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor:

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Email games organizers:

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Sign up to volunteer:

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Business Support Programs: There are numerous resources for small businesses to stimulate growth. Supports include loans, bursaries, financing, marketing, succession and other aids for small businesses.

Check out these business support links:

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If you have questions about the following programs, contact ecdevokotoks@okotoks.ca

Please visit the Town’s website to see what opportunites are currently available for bidding.

Bids & Tenders

Questions? Email Economic Development to find out more information.

There a many ways to help small businesses save energy; here is the sixth tip in a series of 12!

Use energy-efficient light bulbs. It's one of the easiest and simplest energy saving ideas in the workplace: switch out your regular incandescent bulbs with energy efficient bulbs such as CFL or LED. This will help you use a significantly less amount of electricity.

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