THE BIG IDEA

Local small businesses make our communities run. They support community events and sponsor sports teams. They also provide nearly 70% of all private sector jobs in Canada.

They have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, and we want to support their recovery in the same way they have supported our communities time and again.

So, we are actively taking part in a one-day event called the Big Spend. On July 25, be part of helping to revive the Canadian economy by making an intentional purchase at a local small business of your choice.

ACTION PLAN:

1. BUY LOCAL: On July 25, make an intentional purchase at a local small business of your choice.
2. REPORT YOUR SPEND: Add your name to our Big Spend list, so we can map spending across Canada and track the economic impact we're making together.
3. SHARE THE NEWS: Share a story or photo about where you made your Big Spend on Facebook or Instagram! Use hashtag #TheBigSpend or @TheBigSpend