Business in Edmonton

In this Monthly Profile, we feature World Floorcoverings, the Edmonton-based flooring company co-owned by lifelong friends Mike McCormick and Markus Gerbrandt. Since taking over the business in 2021. Visit: businessinedmonton.com/building-a-leg…

Character isn’t just revealed in victories – it’s revealed in how we let people leave. In her latest column, Cheryll Watson explores why the true measure of leadership comes during those quiet, challenging moments when an employee departs. Visit: businessinedmonton.com/character-reve…

In Edmonton, the business landscape is evolving faster than ever, and so are the skills leaders need. Continuing education for managers is more than professional development – it’s a critical tool for staying relevant, confident and effective. Visit: businessinedmonton.com/empowering-lea…

For 90 years, Page the Cleaner has been more than a dry cleaner – it’s a city institution. From the iconic pageboy logo to their dedication to preserving memories through expert laundering, tailoring and restoration.... Read the full profile: businessinedmonton.com/page-the-clean…

Planning Future Estate planning is more than “death planning.” In Alberta, it’s about protecting your family, preserving business legacy, & minimizing taxes. Estate plan includes wills, powers of attorney, & beneficiary designations. Visit: businessinedmonton.com/the-importance…

Many of Canada’s greatest business stories began as startups – a bold idea on a napkin, a whiteboard, or a pencil (yes, that was me). But our startup pipeline is shrinking, and other nations are racing ahead. Visit: businessinedmonton.com/canadas-startu…

Local, caring hospitality devoted to your community. BusInEdmonto Monthly Profile shines a light on Nova Hotels, a second-generation, family-owned hotel group that has spent 25 years growing with Alberta, Saskatchewan & the Northwest Territories. Visit: novahotels.ca

In this Off the Top column, we highlight Stingray Security, named one of the top concepts in the 2024 ScamShield: Investor Protection Challenge — a joint initiative by the Alberta Securities Commission, Edmonton Police Foundation. Read the full column: businessinedmonton.com/stingray-secur…

Building a legacy that lasts. In our December 2025 cover story, we shared the story of Ted Kouri, co-founder of INCITE, and how his family transformed personal loss into a lasting legacy through the Edmonton Community Foundation. Read the full: businessinedmonton.com/building-a-leg…

Public confidence in Edmonton’s justice system is under increasing strain as repeat offenders continue to cycle through arrests, release and reoffending. In this column, Cheryll Watson examines how gaps across policing......... Read full: businessinedmonton.com/cheryll-watson…

As traditional lenders tighten credit amid ongoing economic uncertainty, more Calgary businesses are exploring asset-based lending as a flexible path to growth. Secured by tangible assets like equipment, inventory or receivables form financing. Read Full: businessinedmonton.com/article-catego…

From a small service shop opened in Edmonton in 1975 to one of Canada’s leading drivetrain and power steering parts and service providers, The Gear Centre Group’s 50-year journey is a story of vision, adaptability and industry leadership. Read Full: businessinedmonton.com/profiles/drivi…

Edmonton’s commercial real estate market is showing signs of stabilization, with declining vacancy rates, positive absorption and renewed leasing momentum across key sectors. For investors, the landscape remains cautious but opportunistic. Read full: businessinedmonton.com/article-catego…

Bill C-5 was introduced as a major step forward for Canada’s investment climate, but does it deliver real reform or just good headlines? Catherine Brownlee breaks down why Alberta needs more than fast-tracked promises for a select few. Read: businessinedmonton.com/catherine-brow…

Founded by CEO Stephanie Rodenkirchen, Lotus Search Group Ltd. is redefining professional & executive recruitment through an exclusive consulting-led model built on trust & outcomes. Read full: businessinedmonton.com/profiles/a-uni… Lotus Search Group Ltd. (587) 735-1646 lotus-group.ca

A Canadian discovery with global potential. Innovation, collaboration, and transformative change. This Off the Top article explores how academic research, national innovation support, and entrepreneurial leadership. Read the full article: businessinedmonton.com/article-catego…

Celebrating Edmonton’s best and brightest. Our 2025 Leaders Winners represent the visionaries, innovators, and community builders driving Edmonton’s business success. Read more about the 2025 Leaders and their impact: businessinedmonton.com/leaders-2025

Named after the Oak tree, Quercus IT is built for longevity Celebrating 20 years, President Andrew Bryson shares how the company pivoted from software to Managed IT, protecting Edmonton businesses from cyber threats with human defense & AI. Read the full: businessinedmonton.com/profiles/querc…

Leadership does not take a holiday Cheryll Watson reminds us that while elections define our leadership, our daily participation defines our city. She writes that casting a ballot is more than civic pride; it is an economic act. Read More: businessinedmonton.com/cheryll-watson…

Is your benefits plan stuck in 2015? A new report from Alberta Blue Cross shows a major shift: employees now expect holistic support covering everything from sleep quality to financial security and chronic disease management. Read More: businessinedmonton.com/article-catego…