25 Minutes in 2025 to Help Shape the Future of Business in Revelstoke!

As a valued business owner, your insights are essential in shaping Revelstoke’s economic future. The Revelstoke Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Community Futures, Community Economic Development (City of Revelstoke) and Tourism Revelstoke, are conducting this survey to understand business challenges, workforce needs, and opportunities for growth. Your feedback will directly inform business retention, workforce development, and economic initiatives that benefit yourself and the entire community.

Plus, by completing the survey, you’ll be entered into a draw to win a $1,000 gift card to spend at local businesses!

The 2025 Business Retention survey will take a maximum of 25 minutes, and your responses will remain confidential in the Chamber of Commerce’s database. Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective and help strengthen Revelstoke’s business environment.


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Company Information

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Lifestyle
Business Opportunities
Market Demand
Existing Business Purchase
Community Support
Tourism Potential
Access to Resources
Transportation
Affordability
Networking Opportunities
Other

Cost
Lack of Resources
No Successor
Not a Priority
Regulatory Challenges
Uncertain Market Conditions
Lack of Capacity
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Local Workforce and Employment Trends

Full Time Part Time Seasonal Contract

Full Time Part Time Seasonal Contract

Full-time Part-time Seasonal Contract

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Local
Regional
Provincial
National
International
Other

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Skilled Trade
Customer Service
Technical
Administrative
Sales
Management
Health Services
Construction
Hospitality
IT/ Software Development
Other

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Higher wages
Training
Remote work
Immigration
Employee Retention Programs
Housing Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Apprenticeships
Other

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Housing
Cost of Living
Wages
Competition for Talent
Limited Advancement Opportunities
Work-Life Balance
Employee Engagement
Other

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Leadership Training
Customer Service Training
Digital Skills Development
Technical/Trade Certification
Workplace Safety Training
Project Management
Diversity and Inclusion Training
Financial Literacy
Marketing and Sales Training
Mental Health and Wellness Programs
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Sales and Market Trends

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Inflation
Tourism - Travel impacts due to weather or events (i.e. forest fires)
Tourism - Lack of tourists during shoulder season
Competition
Supply Chain
Technology
Consumer Preferences
Workforce Shortages
Changing Regulations
Other

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New Product Lines
Digital Services
Exporting
Travel Trade
Retail Expansion
Collaboration/Partnerships
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Facilities, Infrastructure and Expansion

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Financing
Permits
Infrastructure Limitations
Lease Issues
Lack of Available Space
Skilled Workforce Availability
Other

New Equipment
Additional Workforce
Larger Facility
New Location
New Product/Service Line
Other

Financing
Relocation Costs
Loss of Clientele
Marketing Costs
Permits
Lack of Available Land
Zoning
Skilled Workforce Availability
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Business Climate and Economic Development

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Business Grants
Infrastructure Investment
Workforce Development Programs
Industry Networking Events
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