The pandemic continues to put a pause on many small businesses including boutique fitness studios struggling to pay their bills and pay back government loans.
Among the hardest hit businesses during the pandemic which forced a complete shutdown of their operations were those involved in helping people keep fit.
Even though the last of Alberta s remaining COVID-19 public health measures will be removed on Wednesday, some gym and fitness operators are straining to find creative ways to encourage clients to return to in-class workouts.
Over the years, I’ve covered many scrappy food start-ups, with countless local entrepreneurs launching small businesses to sell anything from artisanal hot…