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While electric vehicles or EVs are gaining some traction in larger cities (pun intended), the uptake in rural areas has been limited at best. Besides underlying philosophical and political leanings towards oil and gas-driven engines, many of us who live in northern Alberta have practical issues to consider as well, including cold-weather reliability and distances […]
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Conversations Lead to Successful Side-Gig Starting a new business is not always the result of a great deal of planning. Sometimes, everything just seems to fall into place. For Kayla Tkachuk, this was indeed the case. While on maternity leave from her job, she attended a brunch with a few friends. The conversation led to […]
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Don’t let the cold weather stop you from enjoying some time on the lake. From February 12-13, Lisa Roper will be hosting a ladies-only ice fishing adventure. During your adventure Lisa will lead you through the proper handling, catching, and releasing of fish so that you can feel more confident as an angler. If you […]
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What are Peerpreneur Sessions? Peerpreneur Sessions give entrepreneurs the chance to participate in live, peer-to-peer virtual group discussions facilitated by a Business Link Strategist. Over a 4-week period, each group will connect on a weekly basis to discuss their business challenges, exchange best practices, and learn how to best support each other. Now it is more important than ever […]
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If you can imagine a world filled with Disney characters and magical forests, or even if you are a gamer and better identify with Minecraft or other worlds of combat, Briget‘s Creative Cakes is ready to bake a cake to match your fantasy. Briget Vezeau, OwnerBriget’s Creative Cakes Online Learning Fueled Success Owner Briget Vezeau […]
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What is governance? What are the board’s roles? What are the board’s responsibilities? The truth is, there is no one answer to any of these questions. Join us as we help you understand governance from different perspectives. We will start with governance and what it means to the board. Then we will take you through […]
read moreOnline Webinar Event Wed, January 12, 2022 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM MST COVID-19 has changed everything about the way we do business – and sales are no exception. If you’ve wondered how you can pivot your business sales processes for more effect, then this webinar is for you. Nicholas Thickett will bring his […]
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The Straight & Arrow Boutique Is Not Your Typical Shopping Experience Life happens. After 15 years of running a home photography business, Allison Dupre knew it was time for a change, but it wasn’t a quick process. She often thought about operating a clothing boutique, and along with her husband Josh, they put a 2-year […]
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Dylan’s Things to Do… When you think about libraries, the first thought for many is borrowing books. With E-books and other forms of entertainment competing for our attention, libraries have had to become more than a place to borrow books. While our Lac La Biche County Libraries (LLBCL) continues to offer book borrowing services, it […]
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While electric vehicles or EVs are gaining some traction in larger cities (pun intended), the uptake in rural areas has been limited at best. Besides underlying philosophical and political leanings towards oil and gas-driven engines, many of us who live in northern Alberta have practical issues to consider as well, including cold-weather reliability and distances travelled, not to mention the availability of charging stations. Surveys have shown that less than 10% of Canadians considering purchasing a new vehicle are considering an electric vehicle. Among rural drivers, this percentage is certain to be dramatically smaller. Another survey by Deloitte (Globe and Mail, Jan 25, 2022) indicated that most Canadians would feel more comfortable with EV’s that had a minimal driving range of 600 kilometres, compared to the standard 300 to 500 kilometres that most affordable EVs offer right now. High Gears Touchless Wash at 9806-99 Ave While EV charging stations are limited in northern Alberta, most communities have at least one charging station option. In La La Biche, High Gears Touchless Wash at 9806-99 Ave has a charging station available to the public advertised as “free with $16 carwash. Check with High Gears for more details.
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Conversations Lead to Successful Side-Gig Starting a new business is not always the result of a great deal of planning. Sometimes, everything just seems to fall into place. For Kayla Tkachuk, this was indeed the case. While on maternity leave from her job, she attended a brunch with a few friends. The conversation led to an invitation to participate in a Ribbon Skirt workshop at the Native Friendship Centre. At the workshop, she discussed other courses, particularly beading workshops available through the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC). Taking inspiration from her Métis heritage and a few instructional videos and books, Kayla was on her way to developing the skills she needed to create a successful side-gig business named Continental Divide Beading Co. Themes From Nature Since September 2021, Kayla has created and sold jewelry online through her Facebook page and in-person at events like the recent Christmas Extravaganza held at Lac La Biche’s Bold Centre. To date, designs take their theme from nature, reflected through the names of her collections, including Snowy Owl and Great Plains. The Journey Continues Although the business is still in its infancy, Kayla hopes to expand her offerings to flat-stitch beadwork on items like moccasins and even dabble in the creation of hand-crafted soap. Needless to say, It will be interesting to see where her journey will lead. To learn more about the Continental Divide Beading Co or purchase Kayla’s most recent creations, visit Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/continentaldividebeadingco/ or call her direct at (780) 623-0460.
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