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Hi my name is Rene' Fredeen. I had a dream back in 2019 to open a restaurant in my rural community serving the immediate and surrounding area.
While decorating the interior a friend told me I couldn't open because a pandemic was being declared.
For the first 6 weeks we did take out, then it was we are open we are closed then we are open again due to the decisions of our provincial government.
I did not see the chairs down off the tables for the 1st year and a half.
It was a long 2 years but thanks to our customers and a family member and some great staff members who worked tirelessly to help me keep us open, we were able to overcome this hurdle.
Then 2 years later inflation and soaring food & utility costs have decided to test Nonnie's now. It is at this time we find this struggle even harder than COVID was on us.
We have had to think out of the box for income sources. We have done catering, held art classes, comedy nights and much more to help with the struggle. As a rural business we have more struggles ahead than if we were in a major hub. Most people when they think of dining out automatically think of going somewhere close or big box orientated. What people don't realize is that there are hidden gems just outside of the city and it takes a shorter drive to get to Nonnie's Grill & Artisan Shop in South Cooking Lake. Then it does to get to the West End of Edmonton.
I normally would not reach out or ask for help, but I have more reasons than myself to do this. I have 3 part time employees and if I close it will affect them. But Nonnie's Grill & Artisan Shop closing will also have an impact on the community and area.
As a business that did not have 2 years of Financials, I was not eligible for any of the Federal COVID relief funding. So you ask how have I survived? Well I believe in Nonnie's Grill & Artisan Shop with all my heart, I invested all of my retirement fund in my dream.
The goal I have set will allow me to catch up on things and allow me breathing room to apply for funding with the BDC. My long term goal is to continue to be a part of the community and I feel the BDC will help me with that long term plan for Nonnie's Grill & Artisan Shop in South Cooking Lake.
If you are a contributor, please come by Nonnie's Grill & Artisan Shop, introduce yourself so I can thank you properly with a home cooked meal on me and show you why Nonnie's Grill & Artisan Shop is a place where friends and family gather.
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