2026 Business Walk Check-in 
This 10-question survey is a part of the 'next steps' identified in the Business Retention & Expansion Report. On-going and annual business walks are a part of our strategic approach and commitment to consistently reporting the state of doing business in Revelstoke.

Continuing to track progress over time helps us identify areas where additional support may be needed. It also provides an opportunity for you to share concerns, ideas, and any barriers impacting your business so we can better advocate on your behalf. Thank you for supporting our work by taking the time to answer the questions below.

Note: Business and Contact info is kept confidential

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Company Information

Business Performance

e.g. Did you experience growth in summer, but not winter?

Workforce Changes

e.g. What season did it increase/decrease, was this due to being previously understaffed or is your business growing?

Hiring Challenges

e.g. Finding qualified staff, harder to find staff in summer vs winter.

Retention Challenges

Market Trends

e.g. Demographic of customers (older, younger, locals, visitors, etc), purchasing less expensive items, more expensive items, larger groups of people, more solo shoppers, etc.

Growth & Expansion Plans

(The Chamber is gathering feedback through a commercial spaces needs assessment where businesses can share what their ideal space needs are with developers and the City of Revelstoke. Feedback is being gathered until: June 30, 2026)

Barriers to Growth

Select all that apply

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

Business Environment

1 – Poor (struggling to stay open, low sales, big challenges)
2 – Difficult (business is hard right now, slow sales, ongoing issues)
3 – Okay (getting by, steady but not growing, some ups and downs)
4 – Good (doing well, consistent customers, generally positive)
5 – Excellent (thriving, strong sales, very positive outlook)

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Support Needs

Select all that apply

Business Grants
Infrastructure Investment
Industry Networking Events
Succession Planning
Workforce Development
Other

Emerging Issues or Concerns

Select all that apply

Automation
Environmental Changes
Exports
Financial Restraints
Government Policies
Relocation
Selling / Succession Planning
Supply Chain Issues
Other

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