Built With Business: From Feedback to the BR+E Action Plan

STONY PLAIN, AB: The Town of Stony Plain has released its Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) Action Plan, translating insights from the BR+E Survey Report into practical actions that support business retention, expansion, and long-term economic resilience.  

Developed through collaboration with local businesses, business resource network partners, and the University of Alberta's Cities Institute, the Action Plan responds to opportunities and challenges identified in the BR+E Survey Report and establishes priorities for future action. 

The Action Plan focuses on four priority areas identified through the BR+E process: 

• Workforce & Talent 
• Space to Grow 
• Learning & Connection 
• Communications 

"This Action Plan demonstrates how collaboration creates results," said Mayor William Choy. "The insights shared by local businesses are helping guide decisions that strengthen our business environment, support investment and job creation, and advance Council's commitment to economic opportunity. Stony Plain's future growth depends on strong partnerships, and this plan provides a roadmap for moving forward together." 

“These actions focus efforts where impact will be the greatest,” said Kaleb Brink, Economic Development Specialist. “The program operates on a continuous cycle, and the Town will continue to check-in with businesses through implementation to ensure the actions are meaningful and reflect the needs of local businesses. Outside of these actions, the Town’s Economic Development Team remains a resource for businesses that call Stony Plain home, and we encourage you to reach out at any time.”  

Businesses, partners, developers, investors, and community stakeholders are encouraged to review the BR+E Action Plan and learn more about the program at stonyplain.com/BRE.