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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 20 MONDAY OCTOBER 14, 2019 MONDAY JULY 4, 2016 PAGE 2
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
October 20 - 26, 2019
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners
of Small Business Week 2019
Edson Chamber of Commerce – “We're here for our businesses”
by Shaylyn Thornton Edson have suffered from the state of our As a community, we have the power to
economy, and the changes in the ways people support local businesses and help reduce some
The Edson Chamber of Commerce strives choose to shop. Shopping online and travelling of the struggle they are experiencing in this
not only to support local businesses in all the out of town for shopping trips have a large economy. Looking around town at the many
ways that they can, but also to encourage that impact on the success of locally owned and groups and organizations that benefit directly
same support from members of the community. operated businesses. from the success of these businesses should
Unsurprisingly, many local businesses in Supporting local businesses isn't just about make it clear how important our support is.
being kind to your neighbors, it's about putting The Edson Chamber of Commerce is “for
Letter to the Editor dollars back into the local economy, and businesses”, and they do their best to provide
supporting the same people who are extra opportunities for people to shop and
Small businesses sponsoring your kid's soccer teams or donating support local.
to that local charity you care about.
Events that the Chamber puts on include the
yearly Trade Show which will be held April
While online shopping may save you a
need your couple of dollars upfront, Amazon isn't 24-25 of the coming year, and the Summer
supporting local organizations around Edson or Festival which will happen next summer from
support too giving back to our community – but these local July 8-10.
This important upcoming holiday season is
businesses are.
a huge opportunity to support local businesses,
Without them and the time and money they
What does small business mean to you —a donate, Edson would not be able to offer the and the Chamber helps to encourage this with
job for you, your kids, grandkids, neighbours same amazing number of events, events like Light Up and Late-Night Shopping
or friends, convenience, easy follow-up, extracurricular activities, and general support on November 14 and the Night Owl Sale on
service, local expertise, or support for local of local non-profits and charities that we December 5.
non-profits? currently have. Other events that the Chamber puts on for
It is that time of year when requests for Kathy Arndt, Chamber Manager for Edson, the community is a Kid's Movie in December,
donations ramps up, some weeks coming in noted that there are many reasons to shop and the Santa Claus Parade on December 6.
daily. Some are for cash, others for items for locally and support businesses owned and They also hold a Chamber Christmas Party on
silent auctions. operated by those in the community. December 13, where local businesses and
Thymes Two Gifts, to date this year, has “These local businesses are more than employees are invited to get tickets and enjoy
donated about $4000 in products. Next time happy to help,” Arndt said. “If you buy great food, entertainment, and company in
you drop off a request for your organization, something and you don't like it, you can take it celebration of the holiday season.
ask yourself: 'Have I supported this business back and talk right to the business. The Up next for the Chamber is the Small
that I am now asking to support my customer service you get is great.” Business Awards Gala on October 19, where
organization? How much of my money leaves “There is also a social part to shopping individuals and businesses from our
this community but never comes back to locally,” she said. “You can go out and meet community will be recognized for their hard
support the organizations that I believe in?' the person you're supporting face to face. work and dedication.
Small business is a part of the community, That's a great part of supporting a local If you're looking to get involved with any of
and we support this community, we just ask business.” these events or hear ideas on how you can
that you support us.
Even in instances where it seems local support local businesses, reach out to Kathy at
shops may not carry an item, Arndt encourages the Chamber of Commerce in Edson at 780-
shoppers to ask the business directly. “You can 723-4918.
Louise Connolly
Thymes Two Gifts ask them, see if it's something they might be Support the businesses that support your
Serving Edson for 23 Years able to bring in for you,” she said. “They're community. Shop local whenever you can.
there and happy to help if they can.”
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK SMALL BUSINESS WEEK SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
Gelmici Jewellers
Gelmici Jewellers 5014 3 Avenue, Edson 302 53 St Unit 100, Edson, AB
123-50 Edson 780-723-361818
123-50 Edson 780-723-36 Ph: (780) 723-4722 Ph: 780-723-3514
Name of Owner(s): Eddie and April Name of Pharmacist/manager:
Number of employees: 5 Chase
Family Owned and Operated Since 1948 Number of employees: 5 Shawna Whipple
Offering Jewellery, Watches, Jewellery & Years of Operation: 1 Number of employees: 30
Service or Products: Prescriptions,
Watch Repairs, Giftware and Service or Products: Laundry and sewing
Engraving repairs Beauty, Grocery, Health and Pharmacy
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 20 MONDAY OCTOBER 14, 2019 MONDAY JULY 4, 2016 PAGE 2
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
October 20 - 26, 2019
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners
of Small Business Week 2019
Edson Chamber of Commerce – “We're here for our businesses”
by Shaylyn Thornton Edson have suffered from the state of our As a community, we have the power to
economy, and the changes in the ways people support local businesses and help reduce some
The Edson Chamber of Commerce strives choose to shop. Shopping online and travelling of the struggle they are experiencing in this
not only to support local businesses in all the out of town for shopping trips have a large economy. Looking around town at the many
ways that they can, but also to encourage that impact on the success of locally owned and groups and organizations that benefit directly
same support from members of the community. operated businesses. from the success of these businesses should
Unsurprisingly, many local businesses in Supporting local businesses isn't just about make it clear how important our support is.
being kind to your neighbors, it's about putting The Edson Chamber of Commerce is “for
Letter to the Editor dollars back into the local economy, and businesses”, and they do their best to provide
supporting the same people who are extra opportunities for people to shop and
Small businesses sponsoring your kid's soccer teams or donating support local.
to that local charity you care about.
Events that the Chamber puts on include the
yearly Trade Show which will be held April
While online shopping may save you a
need your couple of dollars upfront, Amazon isn't 24-25 of the coming year, and the Summer
supporting local organizations around Edson or Festival which will happen next summer from
support too giving back to our community – but these local July 8-10.
This important upcoming holiday season is
businesses are.
a huge opportunity to support local businesses,
Without them and the time and money they
What does small business mean to you —a donate, Edson would not be able to offer the and the Chamber helps to encourage this with
job for you, your kids, grandkids, neighbours same amazing number of events, events like Light Up and Late-Night Shopping
or friends, convenience, easy follow-up, extracurricular activities, and general support on November 14 and the Night Owl Sale on
service, local expertise, or support for local of local non-profits and charities that we December 5.
non-profits? currently have. Other events that the Chamber puts on for
It is that time of year when requests for Kathy Arndt, Chamber Manager for Edson, the community is a Kid's Movie in December,
donations ramps up, some weeks coming in noted that there are many reasons to shop and the Santa Claus Parade on December 6.
daily. Some are for cash, others for items for locally and support businesses owned and They also hold a Chamber Christmas Party on
silent auctions. operated by those in the community. December 13, where local businesses and
Thymes Two Gifts, to date this year, has “These local businesses are more than employees are invited to get tickets and enjoy
donated about $4000 in products. Next time happy to help,” Arndt said. “If you buy great food, entertainment, and company in
you drop off a request for your organization, something and you don't like it, you can take it celebration of the holiday season.
ask yourself: 'Have I supported this business back and talk right to the business. The Up next for the Chamber is the Small
that I am now asking to support my customer service you get is great.” Business Awards Gala on October 19, where
organization? How much of my money leaves “There is also a social part to shopping individuals and businesses from our
this community but never comes back to locally,” she said. “You can go out and meet community will be recognized for their hard
support the organizations that I believe in?' the person you're supporting face to face. work and dedication.
Small business is a part of the community, That's a great part of supporting a local If you're looking to get involved with any of
and we support this community, we just ask business.” these events or hear ideas on how you can
that you support us.
Even in instances where it seems local support local businesses, reach out to Kathy at
shops may not carry an item, Arndt encourages the Chamber of Commerce in Edson at 780-
shoppers to ask the business directly. “You can 723-4918.
Louise Connolly
Thymes Two Gifts ask them, see if it's something they might be Support the businesses that support your
Serving Edson for 23 Years able to bring in for you,” she said. “They're community. Shop local whenever you can.
there and happy to help if they can.”
SMALL BUSINESS WEEK SMALL BUSINESS WEEK SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
Gelmici Jewellers
Gelmici Jewellers 5014 3 Avenue, Edson 302 53 St Unit 100, Edson, AB
123-50 Edson 780-723-361818
123-50 Edson 780-723-36 Ph: (780) 723-4722 Ph: 780-723-3514
Name of Owner(s): Eddie and April Name of Pharmacist/manager:
Number of employees: 5 Chase
Family Owned and Operated Since 1948 Number of employees: 5 Shawna Whipple
Offering Jewellery, Watches, Jewellery & Years of Operation: 1 Number of employees: 30
Service or Products: Prescriptions,
Watch Repairs, Giftware and Service or Products: Laundry and sewing
Engraving repairs Beauty, Grocery, Health and Pharmacy
