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The Future of Our Industrial Land
On January 11, 2011 a Request for Proposal was issued to select a company to provide a comprehensive understanding of the industrial land market and demand affecting St. Albert, providing an assessment of the City's current path to achieving its Strategic objectives in terms of a balanced, sustainable and viable community over the long term.
The contract was awarded in late February to Millier Dickinson Blais, the largest economic development specialist consultancy in Canada and Watson and Associates Economists Ltd, one of Canada's leading land economics firms.
The Report was presented to City Council on July 4, 2011 and at the August 15 2011 Council Meeting, the motion passed that Administration identify 260-300 gross hectares (642-741 acres) contiguous and non-contiguous for future industrial land use in the Future Study Area Review. That report is due back to Council by December 31, 2011. Administration is also to provide options of 150-175 hectares (371-432 acres) contiguous and 150-175 hectares (371-432 acres) non-contiguous for future light industrial land use.
The Future Industrial Land Requirements Study determined how much land should be identified for industrial development and the characteristics that make them attractive for development such as having land that is "shovel ready", modes of transportation and routes, proximity to customers, proximity to suppliers, educated workforce and vibrant communities. St. Albert is well positioned in most of these attributes.
Once the Future Study Area Review is complete later this year, it will identify where the land for light industrial use should be considered.
Anybody wishing to develop in St. Albert today should contact Bob Stoyand at the Business & Tourism Development Department at 780-459-1743 or bstoyand@st-albert.net. Business and Tourism Development is happy to assist with determining what lands might be available for development and provide contact names and referrals to the land owners and developers.
With the completion of the Anthony Henday Highway and Ray Gibbon Drive there are many opportunities to consider.
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Make Your Small Business Dollars Into Big Dollars!
Are you looking to increase your profitability? Would you like to offer a product or experience that will make you stand out from your competitors? If the answer is yes, the Edmonton Regional Tourism Group (ERTG) business program might be for you.
The intent of the business program is to build capacity and improve profitability of small businesses that earn a portion of their income from visitors. To date the ERTG Business Program has offered assistance to B&B's, restaurants, artisans, farms, museums, and more. If you would like additional information about this program please call Chris Parkins at 780.761.0062 or Alexis Nelson at 780.761.0063.
The Edmonton Regional Tourism Group is an organization that represents the cities, towns, villages, and counties that are part of the Edmonton Capital Region. The City of St. Albert is proud to be part of the ERTG and is very pleased that this program is available to assist with the success and growth of their business community.
 The Old Stone House"I highly recommend that if you haven't committed already, that you give serious consideration to investing in the modest registration fee and program task hours in exchange for the thousands of dollars of vast experience and knowledge that is provided in this program."
 Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm"We improved our profitability by over 60% the first season, have saved over $6000 in wasted marketing and insurance costs, and have improved the delivery of our experiences to our customers - who will come back to support us year after year."
 Pottery by Heather"To access such knowledgeable and capable consultants was not in my economic bracket without the help from the ERTG 'Grow Your Business' Program." |
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Focusing on...
Scorpion Plastics
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Claudia, from our Business Licencing Department recently caught up with Mark Chawa of Scorpion Plastics to find out about his business and their St. Albert roots. They reach a wide variety of industries and clients right from our very own Campbell Business Park!
Why did you start your business in St. Albert?
I was born and raised in St.Albert. I love this community and it has supported me and my family throughout our lives. I wanted to give back the same support by contributing to its economy as well as
assisting in the protection of the environment that surrounds us.
Who is your target market?
Supplying the oil and gas, agricultural, municipal, and resource industries, Scorpion Plastics & Environmental Solutions Inc. has become a trusted industry supplier of geomembranes and  environmental protection products and services. Our in-house support staff and installation crews are trained in quality control, safety, and project management so that every new Scorpion Plastics geosynthetic installation is as reliable as the last.
What makes your business different or stand out from others?
As a geosynthetics specialist, Scorpion Plastics is often aware of materials and techniques that are not widely known in the mainstream. We can assist designers, facility owners, and engineers to design withthe best features of available geosynthetics. With our intimate knowledge of the geosynthetics market we can often suggest uses for geosynthetics that will save our clients substantial time and money. Geosynthetics can often be used where conventional construction techniques will not work.
Being an owner operated  geosynthetics supplier, installer and fabricator we are able to provide our clients with shorter turnaround times for supplied products as well as a substantial cost savings to help lower overall project costs.
Do you incorporate technology into your business?
We have recently updated and redesigned our website at www.scorpionplastics.com and we are currently looking at adding video content to help our clients better understand our processes and
quality of work. We are also anticipating our Twitter debut within the next few months.
 What is your favorite thing about St. Albert?
St.Albert is a community that provides a quality of life that I feel cannot be found anywhere else. The farmers market is exceptional and I love the mature and well maintained trees throughout the city.
Scorpion Plastics
20-35 Corriveau Ave, St. Albert, AB
p. 780.651.3217 e. info@scorpionplastics.com
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New Businesses in St. Albert
Commercial/Industrial Businesses Cast-A-Dream Dance Studio & Magnifica Real Estate Investment 780-233-6398 9 44 St Thomas St Real Estate sharonryan2@gmail.com Chasm Tech 780-669-4516209, 200 Carnegie Drive IT Services for Field Data Collection, Specializing in Digital Pens info@chasmtech.com Chipmaster Auto Centre 780-460-424625B Rayborn Cres Auto Paint Repair, Detailing Services, Auto Accessory Sales info@chipmasterauto.com Cranio Sacral Therapy, Clinical Acupressure
(Samatic Works, Ltd.) 780-430-1680 101 Riel Dr (Water Garden) A Light Touch Form of Therapeutic and Restorative Bodywork christybruce16@gmail.com Developing Possibilities 780-569-5434108, 14 Mission Avenue Private Speech Language Therapy for Children valerie@redekopp.com Karen Zemanek, RMT 780-604-0397315 7 St Anne St Massage Therapy Contractor Kimberly Fontaine 780-910-4953101 Riel Dr Massage Therapist in The Water Garden @ The Enjoy Centre Kinetix Personal Training 780-237-5848101 Riel Drive Personal Training, Boot Camps & Fitness Equipment jon@kinetixfitness.ca Marcus & Co. Estate Buyers Inc. 905-895-5005 156 St Albert Tr Buying Only of Antiques, Coins, Jewellery and Watchesmarcus@marcusandcompany.com Rolfing, Body Psychology - Samatic Works Ltd. 780-432-1607101 Reil Drive (Water Garden) Rolfing Is A Form Of Deep Tissue, Therapeutic Holistic Body Workdbrolfing@gmail.com Sandy View Farms 780-651-7363101 Riel Dr Delicatessen/ serving Fresh Meats, Specialty Groceries, Processed Meats and CateringJason@sandyviewfarms.com Whitemud Crossing Sports and Therapeutic Massage Clinic 780-414-2053101 Riel Dr Sports Therapy / Proprioceptive Taping / Onsen / Massage Therapywmcsportstherapy@hotmail.com Home-Based Businesses
Dar Don Roofing & Waterproofing 780 569-5085
Fix Roof Leaks
Eledance 780-868-8700
Ballroom Dance Instruction. No Partners Needed
LSI Contracting Services Inc. 780-405-3734
Landscaping / Snow Removal
Smallcrete 780-459-3844
Flat Concrete Installation and Repair
Sun Hugger Solar Design & Consulting Inc. 780-569-0214Solar PU Design, Site Analysis, Quality Control, Project Management and Consulting Servicesinfo@sunhugger.ca |
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Follow Joan Barber around St. Albert as she blogs about her adventures in this fine City. Joan doesn't sit still for long, whether she is running away from the mosquitoes in Riverlot 56, shopping on Perron Street or out attending special events, Joan will share her unique perspective on life in St. Albert.
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July Charts & Stats
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St. Albert Business & Tourism Development proudly supports all of our local businesses. If you are not afraid of the camera and would like to answer a few questions, we would be pleased to feature you in an upcoming edition of Focus. If interested, please contact Leanne at 780.459.1759 or lmcbean@st-albert.net. |
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