Why Think Lloyd First?

Think Lloyd First aims to drive the local economy by supporting and advocating for our locally-owned businesses. Lloydminster
has a lot to offer and we want to shout it from the rooftops - Think Lloyd First!

Creating a culture of support for locally-owned business will be achieved through sustained, multi-faceted education and co-
operation with our local businesses and business supports.

10 Reasons to Keep It Local:

1. Lloydminster businesses invest in our community

Help keep the monies made in the community, in the community! By supporting local businesses, you are promoting and benefiting the local economic state.
Local businesses are owned or managed by people who live and work in our city, raise their families and invest in its future. They support our schools, charity initiatives, non-profits and other organizations.

2. Convenience

Shopping locally saves you time and money. A shopping trip outside of Lloydminster costs you for every kilometre you drive. Pocket your savings and spend it on yourself or your family in other fun ways!

3. Encourage economic development

Something wonderful happens when local businesses thrive. It attracts more businesses, creates an excellent business culture, and improves the selection offered right here in Lloydminster.

4. Money spent here stays here

When you support Lloydminster businesses, more of your money remains close to home, supporting the parks, programs and services, recreational amenities, the library and other things that make Lloydminster a great place to live!

5. Friends and Neighbours

Lloydminster businesses are staffed by local residents—your friends and neighbours. You get better service from those you know.

6. Keeps prices competitive

When you shop in Lloydminster, the sales volume of local merchants goes up. With reasonable returns on their investments, the local merchants can keep the prices very competitive with the bigger centres.

7. Go green

Shopping locally reduces your gas consumption. Think green and lower your pollution emissions

8. Keep dollars in Lloydminster’s economy

Every dollar spent in Lloydminster will recirculate approximately three more times before leaving the community, whereas money spent outside the community is gone forever.

9. A wealth of education

Lloydminster education means an incredible opportunity for everyone. Lloydminster offers affordable options, a friendly community atmosphere, and a chance to connect with our community.

10. Businesses support one another