Connect Social ā A New Way to Support Local Business & Participate Online
For business owners, entrepreneurs, and individuals exploring new models of participation.
I'm sharing this for those who are genuinely curious about alternative ways to support local small businesses while participating in the digital economy.
This is not a get-rich-quick idea. It requires understanding, patience, and participation ā but for those willing to learn, it may be worth exploring.
What Is Connect Social?
Connect Social is part of a growing ecosystem focused on creating a win-win-win-win:
- Real value for consumers
- Meaningful support for local small businesses
- Fundraising opportunities for local charities and community groups
- A stronger local economy through community-driven commerce
It's relationship-based and designed around practical, everyday participation.
Pilot Program (Early Positioning)
A pilot program is now being launched in select communities, beginning in Winnipeg and expanding into additional regions.
The first 20 local businesses to participate may receive early positioning advantages within the ecosystem.
If you are a business owner ā or know one ā this may be worth exploring sooner rather than later.
Understanding the Bigger Picture ā Connect Edge
Connect Edge is the business growth engine behind the ecosystem and is designed to help local merchants attract, convert, and retain customers more effectively.
Imagine purchasing a gift card from a local restaurant, coffee shop, retailer, or service provider. The merchant receives revenue upfront, the customer receives value, and more dollars stay circulating within the local community.
Benefits for Local Merchants
- Receive revenue upfront through gift card and promotional sales.
- Access marketing and customer engagement tools.
- Increase customer retention and loyalty.
- Gain exposure through referral-based word-of-mouth marketing.
- Compete more effectively with larger corporations.
Benefits for Consumers
- Access special offers, promotions, and rewards.
- Support favorite local businesses while receiving value.
- Discover new businesses within their community.
- Participate in referral and reward programs.
Benefits for Local Charities & Community Organizations
- Create fundraising opportunities through local business partnerships.
- Encourage local spending that benefits the community.
- Build stronger relationships between consumers, businesses, and charitable organizations.
Benefits for the Local Economy
- Keep more money circulating locally.
- Support independent businesses and job creation.
- Strengthen economic resilience within communities.
- Create a more connected network of consumers, merchants, and organizations.
The goal is simple: help local businesses grow, reward consumers for supporting them, and create opportunities for communities to prosper together.
Watch the Connect Edge Overview
The video below explains the Connect Edge structure and why positioning early may be important.
Take your time with this. Understanding the structure first can make a significant difference.
Early Participant Bonus ā 100 Connect Coins
As part of the current rollout, new participants are eligible to receive 100 Connect Coins (value $100) as an early participation bonus.
To ensure proper account setup and reward allocation, participants are asked to complete a free MyMarketplace account before claiming their Connect Coins.
How it works
- Create your free account at MyMarketplace using the same email address
- Verify your email and complete your profile setup
- Return to claim your 100 Connect Coins bonus
This ensures your rewards, access, and future ecosystem benefits are properly linked to your account.
š Step 1: Create your free MyMarketPlace account (opens in a new tab)
After completing signup, return to this page to claim your 100 Connect Coins.
š Step 2: Once verified, claim your 100 Connect Coins here: Claim Bonus (on next page click Join As Ambassador)
What Happens Next?
If you're interested, the next step is to attend a live Zoom presentation where the ecosystem, merchant opportunities, consumer benefits, and participation model are explained in greater detail.
Get More Information about Connect Edge
Choose one of the options below:
š View Official Information
š§ connectecosystemhub@gmail.com
This page is provided for informational purposes only. Participation involves effort, learning, and personal responsibility. Please do your own research and evaluate whether this opportunity is appropriate for your personal circumstances before making any decisions.