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Invest Olds Invest Olds is the Economic Development Office for the Town of Olds - one of the most innovative and progressive communities in Canada.

It combines the dynamic, entrepreneurial spirit for which Albertans are known.

Meet our speaker for October’s RBSN Biz Bite!We’re excited to host Brenda Kolasa, an ICF Certified Leadership Coach and ...
10/13/2026

Meet our speaker for October’s RBSN Biz Bite!

We’re excited to host Brenda Kolasa, an ICF Certified Leadership Coach and Prosci® Change Management Practitioner. Brenda specializes in guiding leaders and business owners through growth, organizational change, and the real-world pressures of team management.

If you’ve felt stretched thin or stuck in firefighter mode lately, this quick 30-minute session is tailored for you.

🗓️ Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Virtual / Free Registration

Give yourself 30 minutes to invest back into your own leadership.

Register today: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lead-better-stress-less-leadership-skills-for-overworked-entrepreneurs-tickets-1992574544100?aff=oddtdtcreator

Whether you’re working on staff retention, re-evaluating business challenges, avoiding burnout, or laying a strong legal...
10/12/2026

Whether you’re working on staff retention, re-evaluating business challenges, avoiding burnout, or laying a strong legal foundation, we’ve got a fantastic lineup of complimentary workshops scheduled for October 12–16!

Here is what’s happening this week:

Monday, Oct 12
• How Employee Engagement Leads to Productivity and Retention

Tuesday, Oct 13
• Have You Ever Thought About Starting Your Own Business? Learn How to Launch Your Business Idea

Wednesday, Oct 14
• Fumble, Fix or Fold: Redefining Failure as an Entrepreneur

Thursday, Oct 15
• How to Overcome Entrepreneur Burnout

Friday, Oct 16
• Building a Solid Legal Foundation for Your Business

👉 Reserve your spot & view full details:
https://investolds.ca/training-development/

Small business owners and managers: when was the last time you took a step back to look at how you’re leading?Scaling up...
10/06/2026

Small business owners and managers: when was the last time you took a step back to look at how you’re leading?

Scaling up or surviving busy seasons shouldn't mean burn-out. In our upcoming free RBSN Biz Bite, ICF Certified Leadership Coach Brenda Kolasa breaks down realistic, immediately applicable strategies to help you lead with confidence and calm.

What you'll walk away with in just 30 minutes:
✅ How to recognize early signs of stress-driven leadership
✅ Practical habits that cut down decision fatigue
✅ Clear communication techniques when under pressure
✅ Smart delegation strategies—without feeling like you’re losing control

🗓️ Wednesday, October 28 @ 11:00 AM MST
💻 Online Webinar (Free)

Save your seat now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lead-better-stress-less-leadership-skills-for-overworked-entrepreneurs-tickets-1992574544100?aff=oddtdtcreator

Whether you’re looking to boost profits, strengthen your cyber security, master business cash flow, or prepare your oper...
10/05/2026

Whether you’re looking to boost profits, strengthen your cyber security, master business cash flow, or prepare your operations for the year ahead, we’ve got a packed lineup of complimentary workshops scheduled for October 5–9!

Here is what’s happening this week:

Monday, Oct 5
• Top 5 Ways to Boost Profits in a Slower Economy

Tuesday, Oct 6
• Have You Ever Thought About Starting Your Own Business? Learn How to Launch Your Business Idea
• Unlock Tomorrow's Business Trends to Fast-Track Your Growth

Wednesday, Oct 7
• How Small Businesses Can Master Money and Reinvent Their Financial Reality

Thursday, Oct 8
• Running Your Business in 2025: Building Resilience in a Changing World

Friday, Oct 9
• Cyber Security Tips to Protect You and Your Business

👉 Reserve your spot & view full details:
https://investolds.ca/training-development/

10/01/2026

⭐️Important Date Change!⭐️
Halloween Howl will be on Oct 31st

Hey Folks! The members have changed the date of our Halloween Howl to be on Halloween this year!👻🎃🪾

Sorry for all of the confusion! 😵‍💫
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Are you a local business owner, non-profit, or organization in Olds looking to fill seasonal or project-based roles? Thr...
09/30/2026

Are you a local business owner, non-profit, or organization in Olds looking to fill seasonal or project-based roles? Through the Languages at Work program (delivered via Young Canada Works), Canadian employers can receive significant wage subsidies to hire motivated, bilingual youth (ages 18–30) who have completed the Explore language program.

Whether you need administrative support, customer service, tourism support, or project coordination, this grant makes bringing bilingual talent onto your team easy and affordable.

Key Program Benefits:
Wage Subsidy: Up to 65% of employee wages reimbursed
Work Term: Full-time positions (30–40 hours/week) lasting 6 to 16 weeks
Housing & Travel Support: Up to $500 in candidate travel support, plus accommodation subsidies to help bring out-of-region talent to Olds
Diverse Roles: Eligible jobs range from administrative support and activity leaders to marketing, teaching, and customer service

Employer Requirements:
✔️ Provide a supportive work environment for a bilingual participant improving their second official language
✔️ Registered Canadian employer capable of paying wages prior to subsidy reimbursement
✔️ Positions must meet provincial minimum wage standards +$2/hr supplement eligibility

Positions fill quickly as student placements are finalized!

Explore guidelines and submit your funding application: https://languesettravail.ca/en/employers/

Address

3501 70 Avenue
Olds, AB
T4H1L7

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

+14035074839

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