During these challenging times, the desire to support our local economy is growing. As an Alberta-founded and based business of over 95 years, we are grateful for the many communities that we are proud to be a part of — neighbourhoods we planned and developed, commercial properties we built or acquired and manage, our business partners and those we meet while giving back to our communities.

Let’s continue to rally together to see our favourite businesses through to the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic. Better times are coming! However, although there are now re-opening plans in place, it will remain a struggle for our local retailers for some time to come.

The term “local business” can take on many meanings. Let’s spread the love to all types of businesses within our communities, such as:

• businesses founded within your community
• franchises opened and run by your peers
• businesses close to home and within your own neighbourhood
• national and international chains that employ your local residents

By keeping these restaurants, services, and shops in business and your neighbours employed, we will be well positioned to breath new life into our economy in the coming months.