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Airdrie Economic Development

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Working to support local businesses and attract new entrepreneurs and investment to Airdrie.

Airdrie Economic Development is a team of economic development professionals at the City of Airdrie. We market Airdrie and support business development to meet the needs of businesses and residents and to create local employment opportunities.

10/22/2026

🚀 Applications are now open for SMARTstart 2027!

Get one-on-one mentorship, practical business training and guidance from local experts to help turn your new business into a sustainable, successful venture. SMARTstart can help you take the next step with mentorship, expert-led workshops, business planning support and connections to Airdrie's entrepreneurial community.

Want to learn more before applying? Join one of our upcoming information sessions: 📅 Nov. 10 (Virtual) 📅 Dec. 2 (In-Person)

Don't miss your opportunity to be part of the program that has helped more than 175 local entrepreneurs build and grow their businesses. Applications close Dec. 10.

👉 Learn more and apply today airdriecommon.ca/smart-start-airdrie

10/21/2026

Attention Airdrie Businesses: Level 4 Water Restrictions Begin Nov. 4

Starting Nov. 4, Level 4 water restrictions will be in effect for approximately four weeks while Calgary completes the tie-in of the new Bearspaw South Feeder Main to the regional water system, a critical project that will support long-term water reliability across the region.

During this period, all outdoor water use, including irrigation and landscape watering, is prohibited. Businesses are also encouraged to reduce indoor water use where possible by repairing leaks, running full loads in dishwashers and washing machines, and limiting non-essential water use.

As a business community, small actions can have a big impact in helping ensure a reliable water supply while this essential infrastructure work is completed.

Learn more: airdrie.ca/waterconservation | calgary.ca/savewateratwork

💧 Thank you for doing your part to help conserve water and support our region.

10/19/2026

🎉 Happy Small Business Week!

This week, we're celebrating the entrepreneurs, innovators and business owners who help drive Airdrie forward.

Small businesses are more than storefronts and services. They're job creators, community builders and a driving force behind our growing economy. Your passion, creativity and hard work help create opportunities, strengthen our community and make Airdrie a great place to live, work and play.

👏 Thank you for choosing Airdrie and for the dedication, resilience and vision you bring to our city every day.

💙 Here's to the businesses that keep Airdrie growing and thriving.

10/18/2026

Welcome to Airdrie, Rochelle and Ralph, the new owners of Macao Imperial Tea Airdrie!

This franchise from the Philippines is now open at 3121, 2920 Kingsview Blvd., serving milk teas, fruit teas, coffee and other specialty beverages and snacks. It’s exciting to see another new business adding to Airdrie’s growing and diverse business community.

Thank you to Filipino Airdrie Association President Jun Martin and Consul General Emma Sarne for joining us for the grand opening celebration.

10/15/2026

Where are the biggest opportunities for growth in 2026 and beyond?

At the 2026 Business Breakfast & Economic Outlook, Mark Parsons, Chief Economist with ATB will explore:

📊 Economic opportunities in Airdrie, the region, Alberta and Canada
🌟 Why Alberta continues to be a driving force in Canada's economy
🌎 The geopolitical factors influencing economic growth
📈 A data-driven forecast for Alberta's economic future

Want the full picture and what it means for your business or investments?

👉 Join us the morning of November 4. Get your tickets today before they sell out – airdrie.ca/businessbreakfast

10/14/2026

Downtown Airdrie is gearing up for a spooktacular afternoon, and we're inviting local businesses to join the fun!

On Saturday, Oct. 24, from 1 to 4 p.m., participating downtown businesses can decorate their storefronts, hand out treats, and help create a festive Halloween experience for families throughout the downtown core.

Sign up today to join the list of participating businesses! Registered businesses will be featured on the event map and receive a promotional poster to display.

🍬 Don't miss the chance to showcase your business, connect with the community, and be part of one of downtown's favourite Halloween traditions.

Sign up today at airdrie.ca/trickortreat

10/08/2026

Negotiating Your Commercial Lease or Renewal? Don’t Miss This.

Join Jeff Grandfield, Senior Consultant with The Lease Coach, to learn how to protect your business and negotiate smarter commercial lease terms.

✅ What to include (and avoid) in your lease
✅ How to limit or avoid personal guarantees & deposits
✅ Strategies to manage landlord relationships
✅ Lease assignment tips for selling your business
✅ What to watch for in renewal clauses
✅ PLUS: The 13 costly mistakes tenants make when negotiating

📅 Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026
⏰ 9 to 10:30 a.m.
📍 Genesis Place - Community Room
💲 $20

Perfect for business owners, entrepreneurs and anyone leasing commercial space in Airdrie.
👉 Register today – seats are limited at aridrie.ca/leasecoach

10/06/2026

Calling all certified testers, plumbers and property owners: managing backflow prevention devices just got easier.

With myAIRDRIE, you can now manage your backflow devices online and stay on top of testing requirements.

✅ View your registered backflow prevention devices
✅ Check device status and testing requirements
✅ Receive paperless reminders when tests are coming due
✅ Submit backflow test results online (for certified testers)

Visit myAIRDRIE.ca to help keep your records up to date and ensure compliance with backflow testing requirements.

10/05/2026

What is a living wage, and how can it strengthen our community?

Join the Airdrie Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Alberta Living Wage Network for a webinar exploring the living wage movement in Alberta and the Certified Living Wage Employer Program.

Learn how living wage rates are calculated, what certification involves and the benefits of joining a network of employers committed to fair pay and stronger local economies.

Register today to learn how your business can make an impact. https://ow.ly/7boJ50ZUHQ9

09/28/2026

🎃👻 Trick or Treat Downtown is BACK! 👻🎃

Spooky season is coming and we are getting ready for a hauntingly good time as we bring Halloween festivities to downtown Airdrie with Trick or Treat Downtown!

On Saturday, Oct. 24 from 1 - 4 p.m., Downtown businesses are invited to participate by decorating their storefronts and handing out treats. Register your downtown business to join the fun and be featured on our event map and receive a poster.

Sign up here today airdrie.ca/trickortreat

Address

400 Main Street SE
Airdrie, AB
T4B3C3

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14039488844

Website

http://www.airdrie.ca/business

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