Resources for businesses during COVID-19

Economic Development and Tourism is here for you.

Our dedicated team is here to assist you every step of the way. While our office is currently closed to the public, we are here to support your business with the tools, services and expertise to change, respond and innovate to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Call us today at 780-464-8095 or email scedt@strathcona.ca.

Strathcona County recognizes COVID-19 could have a significant impact on our business community. While the links below point to business and economic response recovery tools, we welcome you to call us and we will help you navigate to the resources and support you need.

Local 

• Support for your well-being
  If you are struggling or stressed, Family and Community Services can connect you to supports in the community. Call 780-464-4044 for assistance. 

• Stay informed
  Sign up for our Economic Development and Tourism e-newsletter, and follow us on Facebook. We are sharing new information when it’s available.

• Temporary signage allowances
  Strathcona County is making additional allowances, wherever possible, for temporary signage for businesses facing service changes as the COVID-19 situation continues to change rapidly.

• Make sure your business is listed
  The Strathcona County Business Directory is your resource for sourcing companies, products, services and expertise located in Sherwood Park and the rural areas of the County.

• Update your business information online
  Make sure your customers have the latest information about your business on Google and your other social media platforms such as Linked In, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

• Supports for local business

  • Strathcona County has partnered with the Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce to provide our community with tips on how to support local business.

  • Connect with Business Link, for free advice, coaching and information on COVID-19 resources and supports.

  • The Institute for Sustainable Development has provided tips and additional information for business and community leaders working to address the social and economic fall-out from the corona virus.

  • Edmonton Global provides resources and links for businesses in the Edmonton Metro Region. 

Provincial

• Visit the Government of Alberta COVID-19 response website for information regarding:

  • Financial supports and programs for Alberta businesses

  • Education property tax deferral for businesses and WCB deferrals

  • Tax relief for tourism industry

  • Relief for the energy sector

  • List outlining essential services that can continue to provide services at locations accessible to the public.

• Connect to Business Link
  Business Link is Alberta’s entrepreneurial hub, that helps people navigate the steps toward starting their own businesses. They have a growing list of COVID-19 related programs and resources for businesses both provincially and federally.

Federal 

• Government of Canada - Economic Response Plan website

  • List of specific programs and services available to businesses

• Business Development Canada (BCAP program)  
  Federal agency that administers COVID-19 related business credit and loans program (BCAP) 

• Canadian Business Resilience Network
  Canadian Chamber of Commerce established the Canadian Business Resilience Network to help Canadian businesses navigate the COVID-19 reality and prepare for recovery.

Other Resources

• Retail Council of Canada resources for retailers

• International Council of Shopping Centres

• Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

  • Business continuity plan (318.7 KB)

• Facebook for Business - Resource Hub 

• Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) resources

• WCB premium payment deferral

The health and safety of our community remains our top priority, and the COVID-19 situation continues to change rapidly. As an economic driver, we value the critical role your business plays in our community providing products, services and employment.

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