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To celebrate Small Business Month, TELUS Business launches online platform to help Canadians shop locally

British Columbia-based Gabi & Jules Handmade Pies and Baked Goodness named 2022 Technology Refresh winner for its focus on growing its business with inclusive employment and technology was

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TELUS Business is celebrating Small Business Month this October with ShopWithOwners.cais a new online platform that connects Canadians and local favorite shops, including past #StandWithOwners winners.

The platform helps support business owners across the country by increasing exposure to customers looking for local bargains and gifts during the holiday season. Canadians search by location, keywords and categories. to find great small businesses within your community that you can easily support. Visitors are directed to her website and social media pages to learn more about the owner and her business.

“Small businesses are at the heart of our communities and economies. TELUS is committed to supporting Canadian businesses through #StandWithOwners and ShopWithOwners.ca is another step in this effort to support local communities.” said Navin Arora, Vice President of TELUS and President of TELUS Business Solutions. “All businesses that apply to be listed on ShopWithOwners.ca will have the opportunity to gain exposure and connect with customers for free. There’s another way.”

2022 #StandWithOwners Technology Refresh Winners Announced

This October, we will also be closing our third #StandWithOwners program. Under the program, 30 local businesses across the country each received over $25,000 in technology, funding and advertising.In addition to this prize package, BC based businesses Gabi and Jules, a local homemade pie and baked goods shop, was selected to receive an additional prize package including technology from TELUS and its partners Samsung and Cisco. Lisa Beecroft, co-owner of Gabi & Jules, British Her focus on using seasonal, natural ingredients while supporting autism awareness and inclusive employment organizations across Columbia Known for, you can continue to grow your business and online ordering platform.

“We were so excited when we learned that we had won the #StandWithOwners competition. This will not only allow us to invest in our business, but also enhance the technology we rely on to run our business. It’s going to take a while,” said Lisa Beecroft, co-owner of Gabi & Jules. “Technology is essential for expanding our business.”

TELUS Business is committed to championing local entrepreneurship with funds to realize dreams, service innovations to save time, and technology solutions to thrive in the digital world. Through #StandWithOwners and previously through the Small Business Challenge and TELUS Pitch, TELUS Business has supported over $3 million in annual grants, local advertising and mentorships to businesses.

For more information about ShopWithOwners.ca, this year’s #StandWithOwners winners, or great offers for business owners, visit: telus.com/StandWithOwners.

About the terrace

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a dynamic, global leader with $17 billion in annual revenue and 17 million customer connections across wireless, data, IP, voice, television, entertainment, video and security is a communications technology company that Our social purpose is to harness world-leading technology and compassion to drive social change and achieve remarkable results for humanity. Our long-standing commitment to putting our customers first drives every aspect of our business and makes us the clear leader in customer service excellence and loyalty. The numerous and sustained accolades that TELUS has earned over the years from independent industry-leading network insight companies demonstrate the strength and speed of TELUS’ world-leading network and encourage the people of Canada to Reinforcing our commitment to providing access to superior technology that connects , resources and information that make our lives better.

With operations in 28 countries around the world, TELUS International (TSX and NYSE: TIXT) is a leading digital customer experience innovator that designs, builds and delivers next-generation solutions such as AI and content moderation. Growth industry verticals such as technology and gaming, telecoms and media, e-commerce and fintech.

TELUS Health is a global healthcare company that provides preventative healthcare and wellness solutions for employees and families. Our TELUS team, along with 100,000 healthcare professionals, leverages TELUS’ powerful digital and data analytics capabilities combined with exceptional client service to deliver treatment, prevention and mental health benefits to over 50 million people. Dramatically improved results. world. As the largest provider of digital solutions and insights of its kind, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods enables efficient and sustainable production from seed to storage, delivering food and other products in a traceable way to the final consumer. improve product safety and quality.

Driven by our determination and vision to connect all citizens for good, our deep, meaningful and enduring philosophy of providing a place where we live is recognized by TELUS, our team members , and retirees, through cash, in-kind donations, time, and this unprecedented generosity and unparalleled volunteerism, TELUS has become the world’s most contributing company. Let’s create a brighter future together.

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