One Less Trip

One Less Trip The “One Less Trip” initiative is designed to help Battle River businesses survive and thrive by inspiring small shifts and encouraging local shopping.

Battle River Alliance for Economic Development (BRAED) has launched an initiative to support the region’s business owners by encouraging local shopping. BRAED is comprised of 25 member communities across East-Central Alberta that work cooperatively to address community economic development issues from a regional perspective. The “One Less Trip” initiative is designed to help Battle River businesse

s survive and thrive by inspiring small shifts in consumer spending patterns through education, municipal engagement and incentive programs like contests and special events. BRAED members are excited to team up with Downtown Camrose and the Camrose Chamber of Commerce in developing this initiative and anticipate welcoming other partners on-board as the year-long project gets underway.

“The One Less Trip initiative will help business owners communicate some important messages,” says BRAED Vice Chair Carl Marsh of Holden. “We know that even small changes can have a big impact. No one expects residents to completely change their shopping patterns, but even the choice to make one less trip out of the community can have big economic and social effects on the community.”

“We want people to see the connection between dollars spent locally and the contribution that local business owners make to community life,” says committee member Sharon Anderson of the Camrose Chamber of Commerce. “Not only do local businesses create employment and generate important tax revenue, they support the events, cultural activities and sport programs that are the fabric of our community.”

This will be the first time that communities across the Battle River Region have joined forces to support a regional shop local initiative. The program will highlight the savings in terms of time, money and environmental impact that small shifts in spending choices can mean. The One Less Trip initiative will help businesses affect real incremental change by communicating the benefits of shopping local, and cross promoting other local businesses through marketing, employee education, and public outreach. Local business owner Debbie Thompson of From Kicks to Kids of Camrose is excited to share the message that consumers need not travel to find selection and value. “People often assume that they’ll get better selection or pricing by traveling to a larger urban centre. That’s simply not true. We pride ourselves in being able to match competitors’ prices and ensuring that our customers have the best possible selection.”

Carl Marsh is hopeful that the shift will start with families doing back to school shopping in the coming weeks. “Why spend time in a car worrying about traffic and parking when you can get what you need right here? Think about what you’d do with the time and money you save. Whether it’s another round of golf or a little more time spent on the back deck, I know I’m happy to make One Less Trip!”

03/08/2024

As of this morning, we've received 210 responses to our 25-question 2025 Business Plan Survey. That's just shy of last year's record of 240 responses.

County and hamlet residents, if you haven't done so yet, please take a few moments now to do the survey at: https://bit.ly/Flagstaff2025BizPlanSurvey.

Complete it and you'll earn an entry in our April draw for $500 in Flagstaff Bucks! That's $500 that can be spent at any of a long list of participating LOCAL businesses!

Plus, your valued input will be considered in the development of the 2025 Business Plan. Thank you for your feedback!

Check out the amazing lineup of vendors at the Simply Bee Christmas im the Country 2022! 👀👀
10/27/2022

Check out the amazing lineup of vendors at the Simply Bee Christmas im the Country 2022! 👀👀

Every year we curate top quality makers to bring you an amazing shopping experience in the country! Check out all the amazing vendors joining us this year!

So many great local businesses in the region!
10/21/2022

So many great local businesses in the region!

The Castor Small Business Award Winners! :)

10/12/2022
We know our page is all about promoting our local shops and services. But, we're making an exception to ask you to share...
08/23/2022

We know our page is all about promoting our local shops and services. But, we're making an exception to ask you to share with folks who might be interested in the Health Care Aide program.

Local folks providing local care is an important part of our community and future economy.

Only 3 spots are left to be filled for the Wainwright Health Care Aide program being offered on weekends starting in September. Register today!

Visit bit.ly/HCAWainwright22 or contact Kaleigh Schmid, Enrollment Specialist, at [email protected] or 780.871.5429 for information.

A $9,000 Alberta Government Health Care Aide Tuition Bursary is available. Info can be found at: https://www.norquest.ca/applying-to-norquest/funding-your-education/government-funding/alberta-health-care-aide-bursaries

Regional vendors, including MLM - check out this amazing call for applications to take part in upcoming Fresh Markets. ...
08/02/2022

Regional vendors, including MLM - check out this amazing call for applications to take part in upcoming Fresh Markets.

Calling all MLM businesses 🛍! The Flagstaff Fresh Market is now accepting applications from multilevel marketing businesses to participate in the upcoming market on August 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. in Sedgewick. MLM businesses will be located inside the Sedgewick Community Hall during the Flagstaff Fresh Market.

Application to participate in the market does not guarantee acceptance. We will only be accepting one vendor per MLM business, i.e. one Arbonne vendor, one Tupperware U.S. & Canada vendor, etc. Vendors will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis.

Apply today before spots are filled! For more information about the Flagstaff Fresh Market in August or to apply, visit: https://flagstaffcrafted.ca/flagstaff-region-markets.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

So many amazing local vendors, makers and small businesses in our region. Flagstaff County does so much to help you find...
07/21/2022

So many amazing local vendors, makers and small businesses in our region. Flagstaff County does so much to help you find them 🙏

In the No. 5 spot on our Flagstaff Fresh Market vendor list is the dynamic husband-and-wife team of Dennis and Karen Wolbeck! Willow Hill Designs is a handmade business with a full line of finished and custom designs, as well as a vast collection of DIY kits and projects.
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In late 2013, this hardworking couple took a leap of faith and purchased their first CNC machine. In 2021, they added a new UV printer into their at-home workshop, rounding out their catalogue of designs with full-colour printed signs and designs – from small home decor to oversize business signage. Today, this inspiring duo wholesales their products across Canada and have become a well-known name in the entrepreneurial world. The Wolbecks attribute their success to their attention to detail and high quality of craftsmanship with each design that leaves their shop.
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Welcome to the Flagstaff Fresh Market vendor family, Dennis and Karen. We are thrilled to offer your high-end, well-crafted products to our market attendees!

If you're a vendor who lives in/near Town of Sedgewick take a look at the Sedgewick Lakeside Market this year!
06/11/2022

If you're a vendor who lives in/near Town of Sedgewick take a look at the Sedgewick Lakeside Market this year!

Thank you to our sponsors for their support of BRAED's 20th Anniversary AGM.Grant Thornton LLP CanadaCommunity Futures ...
06/09/2022

Thank you to our sponsors for their support of BRAED's 20th Anniversary AGM.

Grant Thornton LLP Canada
Community Futures East Central Alberta
Killick Leadership Group Ltd.

Shop Salted is a local producer of flavoured salted caramels from Sedgewick, Alberta. The Salted team is made up of 3 moms who believe in a balance between work and date nights. Follow our journey as we learn, grow, inspire, and share life’s joy by offer you everything Salted.

05/31/2022
Regional Vendors! Check out the marketplace at Big Valley Jamboree
05/12/2022

Regional Vendors! Check out the marketplace at Big Valley Jamboree

Browse a multitude of vendors showcasing the latest merchandise and one-of-a-kind crafts that are ready for you to take back home.

Camping Season is here!!! If you haven't planned for June check out Town of Sedgewick offer 👇👇
05/06/2022

Camping Season is here!!! If you haven't planned for June check out Town of Sedgewick offer 👇👇

The Town of Sedgewick has announced a special offer for the June 3rd to 5th weekend. The weekend deal, described as “Take a break in Sedgewick”, offers two nights of [...]

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