Business
WATCH: Red Shed Malting wins Business of the Year in “1-10 Employees” category

As a proud platinum sponsor of the 2019 Business of the Year Awards, we hope you enjoy these videos, produced by Todayville in association with Are You Social.
Our first story is about Red Shed Malting, winner of the Red Deer and District Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award in the category of “1-10 Employees”.
“…Red Shed Malting is a Malt House. The concept started as a small seed, when Joe started brewing small batches of beer. It took root through numerous conversations at the family dinner table and was nourished by our desire to taste our own barley in Joe’s beer. We began touring breweries within Alberta and through our conversations with the brew masters, we identified a need for locally sourced, traceable specialty malt. Currently, most specialty malts are imported into Canada. After extensive research, conversations with industry experts, and attending the CMBTC Malt Academy, we decided to start a malt house…”
There were 2 other finalists in this category. Click on the links and watch the videos to learn more about these amazing companies!
KCB Cabinets and Renovations
“…At KCB Cabinets & Renovations in Red Deer, we’ve spent decades expanding our skills and experience, allowing us to do everything from installing beautiful custom cabinetry and countertops to organizing and overseeing major home and commercial renovations.
With a team of dedicated design specialists and a network of reputable contractors, we can help turn your vision into a comprehensive design plan and see it through to the finishing touches. Whether you’re looking to add a beautiful cherry wood bar to your den or you want to transform your basement into an exciting home theatre, we have the commitment for quality, and design experience to enhance any home or business…”
Sorento Custom Homes
“…We believe a house is more than a place; it’s a feeling…”
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About the Chamber: The Red Deer & District Chamber of Commerce is the largest and most influential business association in Central Alberta. We are committed to promoting business growth and prosperity in the region by providing networking opportunities, educational and relevant speakers, benefit programs like group insurance and discounted merchant card rates to save you money, and being your advocate on issues that matter. Chamber membership is the most effective way to raise your business profile and capitalize on business development opportunities.
All companies, Chamber members and non-members, are eligible for nomination for an award in their respective category.
Todayville is proud to be a platinum sponsor of the 2019 Red Deer and District Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Awards.
Business
Canadian Press NewsAlert: Suncor cutting 1,500 jobs
Suncor Energy Inc. says it is cutting 1,500 jobs by the end of the year in an effort to reduce costs and improve the company’s lagging performance.
The Calgary-based energy company says employees were informed in an email this afternoon.
More coming.
The Canadian Press
Business
Peavey Industries LP, the Red Deer-based retailer, has announced the acquisition of long-term partner and fellow Red Deer stalwart, Guy’s Freightways.

News release from Peavey Industries
Guy’s Freightways, a leading logistics and transport company established in 1975 by Bernie Schwartz, began its journey as a single truck operation delivering products to just six Peavey Mart stores. Today, with 16 full-time trucks and 43 trailers, Guy’s has evolved alongside Peavey Mart, now part of Peavey Industries LP, to service their vast retail network across in Canada.
National Farmway Stores, founded in 1967 and later rebranded as Peavey Mart in 1975- has grown exponentially over the decades. Today, Peavey Industries LP (Red Deer, Alberta) has more than 160 retail locations with its brands Peavey Mart, ACE Canada & MainStreet Hardware, with Guy’s Freightways being instrumental in ensuring reliable product delivery to many of these stores in Canada.
The acquisition will see Guy’s Freightways operate as a subsidiary of Peavey Industries LP. This strategic move solidifies an already close relationship that has endured for nearly 50 years. Peavey Industries LP recognizes the enormous value that Guy’s Freightways has brought to their operations, having played a pivotal role in their expansive growth over the years.
‘We’ve had a great relationship with Peavey for 48 years, so it was only natural to have Peavey continue the Guy’s legacy. I’m thrilled for our people to be able to continue being a part of the Peavey family’ said Todd Schwartz, Guy’s Freightways.
‘Today marks a historic moment for both Peavey Industries LP and Guy’s Freightways,’ said Doug Anderson, CEO of Peavey Industries LP. ‘By formalizing this symbiotic relationship, we are enhancing our operational efficiency while preserving Guy’s Freightways’ legacy. We look forward to continuing our growth journey together.’
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