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June 2012

Issue: 1

Guy Boston NEW Executive Director, Economic Development

 
St. Albert City Manager Patrick Draper has appointed Guy Boston as the Executive Director of Economic Development effective July 3, 2012.

Boston will be moving from being the General Manager of Planning & Engineering at the City of St, Albert, a position he has held from 2003 to 2007, and again since 2011.

Guy Boston
Guy Boston

"I am very pleased that Guy has agreed to take on this new role. Guy brings three decades of experience in both the private and municipal sectors relating to development - from managing relationships to business development, to bringing large scale infrastructure projects to fruition - Guy has done it all, and done it well," says Draper. "He brings a depth of knowledge and extensive network of contacts locally, regionally, provincially and nationally that we need to lead the development of a thriving business community in St. Albert.

"We are moving ahead on one of Council's priorities, economic development, which was confirmed in our most recent community survey as one of the top priorities for residents," adds Draper.

"I believe the opportunity facing St. Albert is significant and a game changer. We have several hundred acres of employment lands coming on stream by the end of the year, so parallel to that process, it will be my priority to develop a vision with stakeholders on what development we want to see and how we're going to achieve that. It's a huge challenge, but I'm up for it," says Boston.

"The possibility of Guy taking on this new role took shape over the past few weeks," says Draper. "With my extensive economic development background and his knowledge of local municipal matters and the development industry, we have a unique blend of experience that is hard to find in a single individual. I am impressed by Guy's track record of brokering complex deals, creating value for organizations he's worked for, and his pioneering spirit."

Boston, a civil engineer, started his career as a bridge engineer for eight years with Canadian National Railways. He then joined the City of Edmonton, where over a 15-year period he held a variety of management positions in transportation and infrastructure before joining the City of St. Albert as General Manager, Planning & Engineering for four years. He left the City for executive positions at CH2M HILL Canada Ltd. He was responsible for growing and successfully expanding this multi-national engineering consulting firm's transportation portfolio in Alberta, then Canada, for three years before rejoining the City of St. Albert in the same general manager position he previously held.

The external search for the executive director for the newly formed economic development division commenced late September 2011 at Council's direction. 

Business & Tourism welcomes Guy to our new Division and we look forward to his leadership.

 

In This Issue
Guy Boston NEW Executive Director, Economic Development
What's Happening in St. Albert this Summer?
The Maps are Coming!
PechaKucha Night
Focusing On...Art Beat Gallery
New Business Listings
May 2012 Charts & Stats

 

 

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What's Happening in St. Albert this Summer?! 

 

Looking for ideas to keep the kids busy and explore St. Albert this summer? Check out these events, and for an updated list all summer long, go to www.visitstalbert.com

 

July

Artwalk - Thurs. July 5, 6-9pm

Farmers' Market - Every Saturday until Oct. 6, 10am-3pm

Doors Open Walking Tour - Thurs. July 5- Mission Hill 6:30-7:45pm 

Historic Walking Tour - July 12 & 26, 6:30pm at Little White School House  

A Taste of the Past - Sunday July 22 at Mission Hill 12-4pm

Craft Wednesdays - All summer at Grain Elevator Park 12-3pm  

 

 

August

Rock'n August - Aug. 7-11  

Historic Walking Tour - Aug. 9 & 23, 6:30pm at Little White School House  

Mission Hill Day - Sun. Aug 12 at Mission Hill, 12pm-4pm

Annual River Valley Picnic - Sun. Aug 26, 12pm-5pm 

 

The City of St. Albert 2012 / 2013 Maps are Coming!

2012 2013 streetmap coverYour new street map will be delivered to all
St. Albert households with the July 14th
St. Albert Gazette.  

 

If you require additional copies they will be available at the Business & Tourism Centre,
71 St. Albert Trail for $2 each.

 

 

 

PechaKucha Night in St. Albert

Come check out this new, interesting and engaging event which is all about sharing ideas, networking and learning.

Thursday July 19, 2012
7pm - 10pm

The Enjoy Centre - Park Room
101 Riel Drive, St. Albert

For tickets and information visit www.pknstalbert.com
 
Pecha Kucha Night  
 

 

Focusing on...
Art Beat Gallery    

 

Each month, we feature a St. Albert business in our Focus on Business Newsletter to help support our business community and get the word out about all of the great businesses we have here!  

 

Claudia caught up with Brigitte Strand from Art Beat Gallery to chat about doing business in St. Albert...

 

Brigitte Strand and Lorna Paterson

Why did you start your business in St. Albert? 

Artbeat has been in St. Albert for almost 17 years & I purchased the gallery in October 2011. I have lived in this community for over 7 years & it is a place I love. People in St. Albert are very open and receptiveto many art forms & are very supportive of events such as the Artwalk.
There are many local artists with fantastic talent that take inspiration from the beautiful scenery found around St. Albert.

 

Who is your target market / who are your customers?

Anyone who loves art. The gallery has a very diverse clientele from many cultural, professional & social backgrounds with a wide variance in ages.       

  

What makes your business different or stand out from others?

We really care about our clients & meeting their needs.  You can always count on a smile, a fresh cup of tea & a hug if you need one.  Our gallery offers a lot of services - corporate gifting, professional framing services, commissioned works of art, art placement & hanging, gift certificates as well as a lay away option & try-before-you-buy.  Our framer comes with many years of experience, having owned a gallery-framing business herself.  We offer many forms of art such as abstract, impressionist, cubist, realism, urban/modern.  Our artists are some of the best in the area.  Among our artwork you can find bold, passionate & vibrant colors, while others are more subtle, but just as beautiful.

 


Do you incorporate technology into your business - twitter, facebook, web etc?
Yes - you can find us on facebook & we have a terrific website where you can find in the What's New section events such as Picasso & Pinot Noir (art lessons at the gallery with wine & appetizers).  All the information you need about the gallery is found on the website.  www.artbeat.ab.ca

 

What's your favourite thing about St. Albert?

Impossible to say - people, community events such as the Arden Theatre concerts & great shopping are all favorites of mine.     

 

Art Beat Gallery
26 St. Anne Street
St. Albert, Alberta
Phone: 780.459.3679
www.artbeat.ab.ca

 

New Businesses in St. Albert  
 
Commercial/Industrial Businesses

Anderson Hearing Aid & Audiology     780-460-8045

38 St Thomas St

Hearing Tests & Sales Of Hearing Aids And Related Items

suzanne@andersonhearing.com 

 

Apollo Communications & Satellite Ltd.     780-458-4933

60 55 Chevigny St

Specializing in Commercial Satellite Installations and Service and Support

apollocs@telus.net 

 

Arcadia Cafe And Bar     780-458-8226            

50 24 Perron St      

Cafe Bar, Soup, Sandwich, Panini Menu along with a Selection of Coffees, Lattes, Imported Beers & Wines

 

Arch Psychological Service     780-428-9223

1106 13 Mission Ave

Full Range of Clinical Psychological Assess & Comp Psychotherapy Services for Adult/Child/Youth              

archp@archpsychological.com 

 

Cloud Nine Pajamas     780-569-5321

6 44 St Thomas St

Retail Sale Of Pajamas, Robes, Nightgowns And Accessories

info@cloudninepajamas.com 

 

Christy's Day Spa       780-983-2059

5 76 Grosvenor Blvd

Day Spa, Esthetics, Pedicures, Manicures, Waxing

 

Erin Blanchard, RMT     780-458-8200

A1 60 Riel Dr

Registered Massage Therapist

 

Hudson Madison    780-458-6333

150 15 Perron St

Retail Sales of Furnishings and Home Decor

camille@hudsonmadison.com 

 

Jaguar Water & Sewer Services Ltd.       780-298-0541

280 6 Renault Cres

Water and Sewer Services - Repair and Replacement

jim@jaguarwss.ca 

 

Kingsbridge Medical Clinic     250-240-5077

207 200 Boudreau Rd

Medical Clinic

drop@nawell.yahoo.ca 

 

Liquor King     780-460-0006

240 665 St Albert Tr

Retail Liquor Store

seema_jassal@yahoo.com 

 

Mama 2 B Maternity Boutique     780-504-3138

218 2 Hebert Rd

Retail Sales

erin@mama2bmaternity.com 

 

Margot Steele Clinical & Counseling Psychology       780-222-2203

201 7 Perron St

Counselling and Psychological Support for Mental Health and Life Challenges

margot@margotsteele.com 

 

MPE Engineering Ltd.     780-460-7777

120 20 Circle Dr

Municipal Engineering Firm

ryakemchuk@mpe.ca 

               

Primerica Financial Services       780-460-1017

1102 13 Mission Ave

Financial Service including Debt Reduction, Savings and Insurance

derrick@legacybuilders.ca 

 

Renew Autobody Ltd.      780-458-2282

11 I Rayborn Cres

Autobody Repair & Bumper Repair

renewautobody17@gmail.com 

 

Rico's Bistro Inc.        780-459-6401

6 205 Chatelain Dr

Lunch Bistro

mpazienza17@gmail.com 

 

Sodexo Canada Ltd.     780-496-9962 Ext. 10

209 200 Carnegie Dr

Administrative Office For Remote Site Camp Catering And Janitorial

pam.dragon@sodexo.com 

 

Twisted Yogurt       780-458-1140

40 11 Bellerose Dr

Retail Sales Of Self Serve Frozen Yogurt

michael@twistedyogurt.com 

 

 

Home-Based Businesses

A+ Real Estate Investment Ltd.     780-756-8221

Invest In Residential / Commercial Properties

 

A+ Renovations & Landscaping Ltd.     780-756-8221

Renovations & Landscaping, Residential/Commercial Properties

 

A Hand For Health     780-460-0102

Certified Professional Earcandling And Trainer, Aroma Thermatherapist, NHPC Member

 

Adrian Taggart / Backflow Testing         780-569-0456

Backflow Testing

ataggart1@hotmail.com 

 

Ashley Curtis Photography     587-988-5216 / 780-908-3211

Photography Business

ac@ashleycurtis.ca 

 

B. Truckey & Associates Inc.    780-499-0433

Bookkeeping, Travel to client offices to complete bookkeeping

briantruckey77@msn.com 

 

Clean Cut Land Maintenance     780-235-0460

Landscaping, Lawn Cutting And Cleanup

cleancutland339@gmail.com 

 

Express Computer Repair      780-953-1393

In Home Computer Repair. We Come To You!

expressrepair@shaw.ca 

 

Flowers By Mandi      780-459-5505

Floral Arrangements for Special Occasions

mandi2225@hotmail.com 

 

G & H Heating & Cooling Solutions Ltd.     780-782-5200

Replacement Of Residential Furnace A/C And Hot Water Tanks And All Ventilation For Home Comfort

gandhhvac@gmail.com 

 

Gary Glewinski Instrumental Instruction       780-569-4778

Instrumental Instruction to all Ages. Guitar - Bass Guitar - Double Bass

gglewinski@hotmail.com 

 

Guys With Squeegees      780-995-6405

Window Washing

mark.r.budzinski@gmail.com 

 

Heal 2 Toe Mobile Footcare       780-952-8902

Provides Therapeutic Foot Care to High Risk Individuals at Home

heal2toemobilefootcare@hotmail.com 

 

Home Check Canada       780-710-4367

Home Sitting Service, Lawn & Snow Maintenance

homecheckcanada@hotmail.com 

 

Jolly R Electronics Inc.       780 499 2654

Insurance Consulting Service

jollyr@telus.net 

 

Nourish Me        780-604-7357

Teaching Importance Of Real Food And How To Prepare It

carvalho-family@shaw.ca 

 

Red Services          780-919-3610

Roofing Asphalt & Shake

robertdesilets@hotmail.com 

 

Rover Property Maintenance         780-458-0656

Maintenance, including Janitorial and Minor Renovations to Commercial Properties and Buildings

nick.ammar@hotmail.com    

 

Saint City Painting      780-289-9749

Residential And Commercial Painting Service

saintcitypainting@shaw.ca 

 

Serenity Exteriors Ltd.        780-721-6269

Construct Decks, Fences, Gazebos, Etc.

serenityexteriors@gmail.com 

 

Sods & Odds           780-458-6061

Driveway Sealing And Exterior Household Maintenance

schedule.here@gmail.com 

 

Tinted Transformations     780-233-2846

Residential Painting

roxannekropf@gmail.com
 

May 2012 Charts & Stats  

 

May 2012 St. Albert Housing Stats