Small Biz is an initiative from Norgress that delivers up to $1,500 in free digital services to eligible small businesses.
What can we do for you?
All the digital services your business needs. All for free.
Helping small business owners across 20+ industries achieve their digital goals.
Home Services
Automotive
Beauty
Restaurants
Professional
Recreation
and More!
Free Custom Website
for your small business.
Get a free custom website tailored to your business. No templates, no shortcuts, built from the ground up by our experts.
Expert built and delivered in 3 days
Mobile-friendly and responsive
No cost, no catch — ever
Free Phone Service
for your small business.
Get a professional business number at no cost. Keep your personal number private, and never miss a call again.
Live and active within 1 day
Voicemail, call forwarding & more
No contracts, no hidden fees
Free Graphic Design
for your small business.
Professional social media posts, business cards, mockups, logos, graphics and more, created at no cost.
Professionally designed in 3 days
Print-ready files included
No cost, no catch — ever
Free Ad Management
for your small business.
Reach new customers with expert online ad management. We set up and launch your online ad campaign for you.
Your first campaign live in 3 days
Google Ads handled for you
No minimum ad budget
Working with the Norgress team has been a great experience. Their eye for marketing and clear direction helped shape a website that truly supports our business goals.
What stood out most is the ongoing support — even after the website launched, they stayed onboard to guide us through updates and teach us how to manage things ourselves. Professional, reliable, and genuinely skilled. We’re happy to recommend Norgress to other small businesses.
Ajin Lee
Owner & Operator | Hide N Seek Playground
Program Partners
How It Works
A simple process to get your business the help it needs.
Step 1
Check your business's eligibility.
First, ensure your business is eligible for Norgress Small Biz. You can review our eligibility criteria below. Businesses that have worked with us in the past are more than welcome to apply again, however priority is always given to first-time applicants.
Business Size: Your business must have less than 10 full-time employees. Norgress Small Biz is designed for owner-operated businesses and small teams.
Annual Revenue: Your business must generate less than $500,000 in annual revenue. This ensures our free services go to the businesses that need them most.
Location: Your business must be based in Alberta. As our program grows, we plan to expand to additional Canadian provinces.
Business Type: Your business must be service-based. Norgress Small Biz is designed for businesses that offer services, such as trades, wellness, professional services, creative work, and more. Product-based or retail businesses are not eligible at this time.
Step 2
Complete your application & tell us about your business's needs.
Once you've confirmed your eligibility, it's time to apply. We accept 1–3 businesses per month based on our capacity and business fit. If your business is not selected, we will still provide resources and referrals to help you move forward.
Service Selection: Choose which service(s) you currently need. You can request a website, graphic design, ad management or phone services. Each service is delivered within 3 days of approval.
Business Description: Tell us what your business does, who your customers are, and what you're hoping to achieve. The more detail you share, the better we likely support you.
Supporting Documents: Depending on the service, you may consider uploading your logo, brand colours, or any existing materials. Don't worry if you don't have these — our team can work from scratch.
Step 3
Once you're approved, our team will get to work. Your project(s) will be ready in 3 business days.
Once your request is approved, our team of dedicated experts gets to work immediately. No back-and-forth, no lengthy onboarding. Just results, delivered free in 3 days or less.
Fast Application Review: Our team personally reviews every application within 1–2 business days and notifies you of your approval status by email.
3-Day Delivery: From the moment your application is approved, your service is built and delivered within 3 business days — ready to use immediately.
It's Yours to Keep: Everything we create belongs to you. Files, accounts, and assets are handed over in full with no ongoing obligations or hidden fees.
Contact Us
Friendly, helpful support. Always.
We're known for being fast, friendly, and easy to work with. From quick questions to technical issues, we're always just an call, email, or chat away.
1-855-273-5761
Call us at your convenience.
[email protected]
We typically reply in 24 hours or less.
Chat with us online
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Program FAQs
Before you apply, check to see if your business meets our eligibility criteria:
About Small Biz
Learn more about the program.
Offering free services and trusted partner offers to help Alberta's small businesses show up, stand out, and keep running smoothly.
Supporting the businesses that build our communities.
Norgress Small Biz is a free digital services program built to help small businesses across Alberta compete in an increasingly digital world. We believe access to professional digital tools shouldn't depend on your budget or the size of your team.Eligible businesses receive up to $1,500 in services to help them start or grow online — including a custom website, graphic design, phone service, and ad management — all delivered at no charge. The program is open to Alberta-based businesses with under 10 employees and under $500K in annual revenue.Norgress Small Biz is an initiative of Norgress Corp., supported by a growing network of program partners including Intuit QuickBooks, Xero, Ownr, Carrd, and more.
Program Partners
Who This Is For
Service-based businesses (trades, wellness, creative, professional, etc.)
Businesses with fewer than 10 full-time employees
Annual revenue under $500,000
Based in Alberta, Canada
Who This Is Not For
Product-based or retail businesses
Businesses with 10 or more full-time employees
Annual revenue of $500,000 or more
Businesses located outside of Alberta
Your success is our pledge.
For nearly a decade, Norgress has been in the business of creating purpose-driven ventures. We know what it takes to build something from nothing — and we believe every small business owner deserves a hand getting there.That belief led us to Pledge 1%, a global movement of 19,000+ companies dedicating their time, product, or profit to be a force for good. As part of our pledge, Norgress Small Biz delivers free digital services to small businesses across Canada.
1 to 3
small businesses selected each month.
Up to $1.5K
in market value delivered per business.
3 Days
average turnaround
per project.
Free Custom Website
Get your business online for free.
With Norgress Small Biz, your website is built completely free. Once delivered, choose how you'd like to move forward maintaining it.
How is this free?
Our free websites are powered by Carrd, a lightweight website platform trusted by millions. Carrd pays us a referral bonus, which helps fund this program. In return, you get our time, expertise, and a brand new website.
What happens after delivery?
After delivery, you choose how to move forward:
Keep it free and unchanged — your site stays live and is hosted on a Norgress subdomain at no charge. No strings attached.
Maintain it yourself ($19/year) — purchase an annual Carrd Pro plan for full editing control and the ability to use your own domain. This is paid directly to Carrd — not to us.
Let us maintain it for you ($19/month) — our monthly Done-For-You plan includes a complimentary Carrd Pro plan, 1 hour of monthly updates, and direct tech support. One price, everything included.
Build
Free
No cost. No catch. Ever.
A business-ready website, designed by our team at no cost to you and delivered within 3 days or less.
Expert designed one-page website.
Responsive across all devices.
Professional and modern site layout.
Tailored to your business and services.
Built and launched by our team.
No credit card required to apply.
Maintain
Keep It As-Is Free
Site remains live as originally delivered.
Hosted on a free Norgress subdomain.
Do-It-Yourself $19/year
Full self-editing access
Make updates to your website via Carrd.Use of your own domain name.
Connect your own domain like.comor.ca
Done-For-You $19/month
1 hour of updates monthly
Updates and small changes handled for you.Direct support line for technical issues.
Get expedited access to technical support.Full self-editing access
Make updates to your website via Carrd.Use of your own domain name.
We'll connect your domain name for you.
Here's a demo of the kind of website your business can expect:
Free Phone Service
A number just for your business.
Let Norgress Small Biz set up a free business phone line for you. Get a local or toll-free number with voicemail, call forwarding, texting and more.
How is this free?
We cover the platform costs for you. You get a fully functional business phone line — including your number, voicemail, and up to 200 minutes per month — at absolutely no cost. No catch, no credit card, no trial period.
What if I need more?
The free plan covers most small business needs. But if your call volume grows beyond 200 minutes, affordable upgrade options are available directly through the platform — but most of our clients never need them.
Do I keep my number if I leave?
Yes! Your phone number is registered to your own account. If you ever decide to leave the program or move to another phone provider, you can port your number out.
Essentials
Free
A professional business phone line with a dedicated number, voicemail, call forwarding, and more.
1 local or toll-free number for your business.
250 CAN/US minutes per month included.
Voicemail with email notifications.
Call forwarding to your cell or team.
Built on your own accounts — you own everything.
No credit card required to apply.
More
Growth Plan $5/mo
Everything in the Free plan, plus:
Extra 750 minutes per month included.
1 hour of adjustments monthly.
Number changes, forwarding updates, and tweaks done for you.
Professional Plan $12/mo
Everything in the Growth plan, plus:
Extra 1250 minutes per month included.
1 hour of adjustments monthly.
Number changes, forwarding updates, and tweaks done for you.
Here's a demo of what your phone system could sound like:
Free Graphic Design Offer
Make a great first impression.
Every business needs great design. Let Norgress Small Biz create a free and custom deliverables for your brand — from logos and flyers to social media graphics.
How is this free?
Our team donates the time and expertise to create one professional design deliverable for your business. No catch, no upsell — we do this as our way of giving back to the small business community.
What do I get?
One completed design project of your choice, delivered in ready-to-use formats. You also get the editable source file — so you can make changes anytime on your own.
What does it cost me?
Nothing. The design, the files, the revision — all free. There are no platform fees, no subscriptions, and no hidden costs. You walk away with finished work you fully own.
What if I need more design work?
This offer covers one deliverable per business. If you need additional design work down the road, reach out — we're happy to discuss options.
Design
Free
Professional branded design deliverables for your business, created by our team at no cost to you.
Professionally designed by our team.
Tailored to your business and brand.
Delivered in print-ready and digital formats.
Editable source file included — it's yours to keep.
One round of revisions included.
No credit card required to apply.
You Pick Your Deliverable
You'll be able to select any design project for your business. Each is built from scratch to match your brand.
Logo & Branding
Runs on your own platform accounts.Social Media Graphics
A set of branded templates for your channels.Mockups & Print Materials
Promotional flyer, poster, mockups and more.Business Cardss
Front and back, print-ready card design.Menus & Signage
Restaurant menus, storefront signs, or banners.Ad Creatives
Graphics for online or print advertising.
Here's a sample of the design work your business could receive.
Small Biz Perks
Save big on offers from our partners.
Explore offers on services to help you connect with customers, build your online presence, manage finances and optimize business operations.
Special Offer: Save 80% Off QuickBooks Accounting Plans
Manage your business anywhere, anytime with QuickBooks Online — the #1 accounting software for small businesses. Sign up today and save 80% off for 6 months.
(1) The above discount is only available to new QuickBooks customers, for the first 6 months of the subscription, and cannot be combined with any other QuickBooks Online offers. The monthly subscription price excludes HST/GST. Offer is valid for a limited time for new QuickBooks Online customers only. (2) #1 Accounting Software for Small to Midsize Businesses based on PCMag, as of Jan 2020.
Special Offer: Save 15% Off Ownr Business Incorporation
Save 15% when you incorporate your business through Ownr — plus earn $300 when you open an RBC business account within 60 days of incoporating.
(1) Ownr is powered by RBC Ventures Inc. and is not a law firm. The 15% discount is applied at checkout and cannot be combined with other Ownr offers. Services available in ON, AB, BC, and QC. (2) The $300 rebate requires opening and being approved for a new RBC business bank account within 60 days of incorporation. Account must remain open for one year. Approval is at RBC's sole discretion.
Special Offer: Save 90% Off Xero Accounting Plans
Get 90% off Xero for 6 months. Xero’s online accounting software allows you to work smarter and faster. See how it can help you take control of the numbers.
(1) This offer is only available to organizations new to Xero and applies to Starter, Standard and Premium subscriptions only. You'll get 90% off for 6 months when you sign up via the link on this page — no promo code required. At the end of the offer period, your plan will be charged at Xero's standard rates. (2) Offer valid until 11:59pm on 31 March 2027 and cannot be combined with any other Xero offer.
Special Offer: Save 30% Off Any Carrd Pro Website Plan
Build a beautiful website for your business in minutes — no coding or design skills needed. Carrd makes it easy to create a one-page site that looks great on any device.
(1) The 30% discount applies to the first year of any new Carrd Pro plan subscription and is available exclusively through Norgress Small Biz. The discount is applied automatically at checkout via the referral link provided. Regular pricing applies upon renewal. Carrd Pro plans include custom domains, forms, widgets, and other premium features. Visit carrd.co for full plan details and terms of service.
Special Offer: Get up to $75 Off Norton Cybersecurity Plan
Protect your small business from ransomware, viruses, and online threats with Norton Small Business. Keep your devices, customer data, and files secure.
(1) This offer is only available to organizations new to Xero and applies to Starter, Standard and Premium subscriptions only. You'll get 90% off for 6 months when you sign up via the link on this page — no promo code required. At the end of the offer period, your plan will be charged at Xero's standard rates. (2) Offer valid until 11:59pm on 31 March 2027 and cannot be combined with any other Xero offer.
Special Offer: Register your domain with full setup & support included.
Every domain from Domains for Small Biz comes with hands-on setup, DNS management, and dedicated support. No confusing dashboards, no figuring it out alone.
(1) Domain pricing starts at $26.99/year for .ca registrations. Pricing varies by extension and is subject to change without notice. Renewals are billed annually at the standard rate. (2) Hands-on setup and DNS management are included at no additional cost for domains registered through Domains for Small Biz. Support response times may vary. Domains are registered through Tucows/OpenSRS..
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