The Business Improvement Program is currently closed to applications. A Call for Applications will be posted on this website at the beginning of each calendar year.
The Business Improvement Program gives an incentive to eligible local business owners in the hamlets of Plamondon and Lac La Biche under two streams: Business Specific Signage and Exterior Improvements. The program aims to revitalize downtown areas through:
- External aesthetic improvements
- Enhanced customer accessibility
- Increased customer utilization of businesses
- Increased business visibility
General Program Guidelines
- A Call for Applications will be issued by the County with a specific application deadline at the beginning of each calendar year.
- Applications will be assessed on a first come, first served basis. If the amount of funds applied for during the annual intake period exceed the Program budget, the County may pause or close the Program.
- The program grants 50% of eligible improvement costs, to a maximum of:
- $10,000 for the Signage stream, and
- $20,000 for the Exterior Improvements stream.
- Successful applicants must enter into an Agreement with the County before incurring costs for improvements.
- Grant recipients are required to submit a Final Report.
- Details are found in the Business Improvement Program Policy, and business owners are encouraged to contact the County’s Grants and Community Development staff for more information: grants@laclabichecounty.com.
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