Calgary to provide $5,000 payments to businesses dealing with city construction

Businesses in Bridgeland and Marda Loop dealing with prolonged road closures, detours and sidewalk work will receive a one-time payment from the city to try and help offset the impacts of ongoing construction. Last week, councillors approved a Main Streets Business Support Grant Pilot to provide one-time payments of $5,000 to help businesses adapt their location during city work and to encourage customers during ongoing work. "I mean, every little bit helps with the business community," said Cou