Archive News from Digital Main Street

This week we are featuring Susan Sax-Willock, the creative force behind Willock & Sax Ltd. Gallery, a haven for art in the heart of Banff National Park. The gallery is known for representing fine Western Canadian artists and their passion for historical art as well as their list of art services from appraisals to estate representation. Thanks to the Digital Economy Program (DEP), the gallery has embarked on a captivating digital transformation, enhancing its online presence and democratizing its operations for a more sustainable future.

Dok-Tor Harddrive Inc. is an IT Consulting company owned and operated by Gary Wheeler. They serve the Lethbridge, Alberta area with IT needs ranging from computers, networking solutions, software installations and other hardware integrations. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Gary and his team have the knowledge and expertise to support your business’s IT needs, and claim “If you need I.T – WE ARE IT!”.

Melissa Schafer & Bruce Foerster, owners of Temple Fitness in Medicine Hat, Alberta, have experienced a transformative journey with the Digital Economy Program (DEP). With the support of the program, Temple Fitness has enhanced its online presence, providing a modernized experience for their clients.

Today, we are featuring Aws Abdullatif, owner of PB and J YYC, located in Calgary, Alberta. PB and J YYC is a haven for peanut butter and jam enthusiasts, offering freshly ground nut butters and delicious panini grilled sandwiches. Recently, PB and J YYC expanded their offerings to include meats, cheeses, and delicious chocolate treats.

Lauren Morris is the proud owner and operator of Cheesy Monkii, a local-centric food truck in the heart of Bruce County. Cheesy Monkii serves mouthwatering, handcrafted meals featuring exclusively local ingredients. With help from the Canada Digital Adoption Programs microgrant and e-commerce support, Lauren built a new online store that will set her business up for success in the future.

Today we are featuring Celest Gilmour, owner of Celest Gilmour Counselling in Lethbridge, Alberta. Celest embarked on a transformative journey with the Digital Economy Program (DEP) where she was provided with invaluable support, guiding her to enhance her online presence and reach new clients. Through the DEP, Celest found the tools she needed to flourish in the digital landscape, ultimately leading her business to new heights.

Jan Ooi is the passionate founder of Ensemble Healthcare in Calgary, Alberta. Ensemble Healthcare is a multidisciplinary team of physicians that provide exceptional care and community-building by supporting families during pre-conception, pregnancy, post-partum, and early parenthood. Jan embarked on her digital transformation journey with the support of the Digital Economy Program (DEP) and their dedicated Digital Service Squad (DSS). Through this, Jan improved her clinic's online presence, created an informative website, and implemented an effective digital marketing strategy.

George received a $2,500 Digital Transformation Grant for his business, Return of the Dragon, and received training to help boost his digital skill set.

Hana loves pâte à choux. After spending years perfecting the craft of this crispy, sweet pastry, the Toronto- based chef and her ambitious business partner, Manny established Choux Lab, a small café in Etobicoke. With an abundance of positive feedback from customers on their 13 unique flavors of their signature pâte à choux, it was time for Choux Lab to bring their business online – a task Hana and Manny accomplished through the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP).

With a background in finance and a foundation in marketing through courses he took in university, the Knyota Drinks owner was able to plot out a digital strategy for his new physical location. However, he saw an opportunity to audit his approach when he found out about Digital Main Street, a program combining grants and one-to-one support from the Province of Ontario alongside partners to help main street businesses strengthen their online capabilities and plan for the digital future.