Funding of $3 million through Prairies Economic Development Canada will help small businesses in Alberta to develop an online presence and adopt e-commerce practices March 7, 2022 – Edmonton, Alberta – Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) Small businesses are the backbone of Alberta’s economy, representing 98% of all businesses in Alberta and accounting for high-quality jobs across the province. Yet, as the COVID-19 pandemic has led to more Canadians shopping online, only an estimated one-third of Alberta small businesses are equipped to sell online. Today, the Minister of Northe…