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TEMPORARY LOCATION FOR THE BUSINESS LINK EDMONTON – effective MAY 30, 2011

As we transition from our Boardwalk location to our brand new space in Beaver House (currently under construction), we are now residing in TEMPORARY space at TEC Edmonton until further notice.

Temporary Address: 
Enterprise Square, 4^th Floor, 10230 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton

Temporary in-person service hours (Edmonton only): 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except holidays.

Telephone: 1 800 272-9675 (no change)
Fax:　780 422-0055 (no change)
Email:  buslink@canadabusiness.ab.ca

Enquiries by mail should continue to be sent to: 
100, 10237 104 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1B1

We will continue to do our best to serve you in person, over the phone, by email and through our website during this time of transition.　　

Our Calgary location will operate "business as usual" (see "Contact Us" for Calgary address and hours.)

Stay tuned for updates and announcements about our move to Beaver House on our website and future E-News issues.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Starting or Growing Your Business

Are you an entrepreneur starting a new business? Or are you a business owner in the first 5 years of your small business? As we continue to celebrate our 15^th anniversary as the Canada Business Service Centre for Alberta, here are 15 things to think about when starting or growing your small business.

1. Do you have a detailed, written description of your ideal target market that includes, at a minimum: typical buyer demographics, geographical area, annual revenues, industries, and psychological characteristics?

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Two Key Elements Determine Start-Up Success

Many factors will contribute to the success of a new business, but two things are absolutely critical.

First, a sound business plan will give your company a strong foundation today and carry it into the future. Second, a dedicated mentor will guide you through the start-up process, provide advice and help you and your business succeed.

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The Alberta Farmers' Market Association

Without question, farmers’ markets are becoming big business in Alberta. With over 100 approved farmers’ markets and close to 3000 vendors across the province, Alberta’s farmers’ markets are part of the charge leading the local food movement in Alberta.

The Alberta Farmers' Market Association provides direction and support to its member markets, vendors, managers, boards and sponsors through advocacy, education, promotion and innovation.

Entrepreneurs of the Month

Business partners Brenda Davis and Suzanne Ferguson operate their consulting company Canaglobe Compliance Solutions which assists a range of clients, from small private companies through to mid-sized corporations.

They help their clients navigate the maze of listing requirements mandated by stock exchanges and securities commissions, and take care of electronic regulatory filings in Canada and the United States.

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This issue's sponsor:

Thank you to our volunteer presenters and to all our clients who participated in our Learning Sessions.

Fall Season of Learning Sessions will run September 19 to December 15. Schedule should be posted online early September. Stay tuned!

Networking Event

June 21, 2011
2-4 p.m.

Please join us to meet entrepreneurs, exchange business cards, hear an educational presentation, and enjoy light refreshments. The event will be held in our Calgary office; in Edmonton it will be held on the 4th Floor, Enterprise Square (our temporary location).

For more information, click on the MeetUp button above for Calgary or Edmonton.

Grow your business with the SBIP!

Do you want to grow your business and increase your visibility online?

The CDÉA can help you through the Small Business Internship Program (SBIP). With a financial contribution up to $10,000, you could increase your sales and market share, save time by benefiting from the knowledge of a post-secondary student who will work on YOUR e-business project.

A funding envelope of $225 000 is available to Alberta companies. Last year, 32 companies benefited from this unique program, why not you?

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