Support Local
Bowness and Montgomery are open for business!
With the current Water Main Break the Bowness and Montgomery businesses are continuing to operate during this difficult time. Consider visiting and supporting them. There are some restrictions in place for businesses as well that are worth reviewing if you are a business operating during this state of local emergency.
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5 reasons to #SupportLocalYYC
Did you know Calgary has over a dozen Business Improvement Areas?
Another great resource for local shoppers is the directory of Business Improvement Areas (BIAs).
BIAs encourage neighbourhood revitalization, business diversification and, overall, the building of a great city.
Shoppers can explore options for local businesses and find new places to support and try out.
Currently, there are some 15 BIAs, each with a local neighbourhood flavour, with services and products that might be a pleasant surprise.
Each BIA has a website, with shopping directories, special events and other features. Try calgary.ca/bia.
For businesses:
#SupportLocalYYC Marketing Toolkit
Calgarians love supporting local businesses. These tools will help them find you.
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Download digital banners for social media
Download #SupportLocalYYC images to use on social media posts:
Local business marketing tips
Support Local is a celebration of local businesses and services in Calgary. Join Calgary businesses by using #SupportLocalYYC in your social posts and other marketing. It’s free to participate.
- Use #SupportLocalYYC marketing tools to identify your business as locally owned, and label Calgary made or grown products.
- Claim your business listing and location on Google My Business to increase your visibility online.
- Encourage your customers to use the #SupportLocalYYC hashtag to promote their favourite Calgary businesses and services.
- Ensure you’re active on social media. New photos and updates help keep your followers informed and interested in your business.
- Retweet, re-post and share everything satisfied customers say about your business on social media. Each customer post acts as a little testimonial that may encourage others to give your business a try.
- Respond to social media reviews online. This shows that you value your customers’ feedback, gives you an opportunity to highlight the positives and shows you care.