Central Office Supplies - Ponoka

09/28/2026

A local business owner came in recently and asked us for a quote, saying they wanted to support local. While talking, we asked where they currently get their supplies. Paper from Costco. Everything else from Amazon.

We're not sharing this to embarrass anyone. We're sharing it because it says something bigger about where we're at as a community.

Our community only grows if we actually support each other, not the big corporations we turn to just to save a few bucks. Every extra dollar spent here in town, or with any local business across Central Alberta, goes back into this community. It funds local sports teams. It funds community projects. It funds the fundraisers that keep this town moving forward.

Costco and Amazon will never sponsor your kid's team. They will never show up for a local fundraiser. Your local business will, every single time.

09/25/2026

💛 Thank you.

To our customers and to the businesses of Ponoka, thank you. For every purchase, every referral, every kind word, and every bit of support you've shown our business.

And beyond that, thank you for the support you've shown our family during this time. It means more than words can really say.

We are so grateful to be part of a community like this one. We appreciate every single one of you.

09/24/2026

🤔 A moment worth sharing.

We had someone call in looking for an item we happened to be out of. We told them the truth, we could order it in and have it here the next day, faster than Amazon could even ship it. Instead, they ordered it elsewhere. Then called back asking if we could still give them a discount on other items they wanted to buy from us.

We're not upset. We just think it's worth pointing out.

This community doesn't grow because a few businesses try hard. It grows when everyone, customers and businesses alike, actually chooses each other first. You can't ask for local pricing while sending your money somewhere else the moment it's convenient. It has to go both ways.

We're always going to do right by our customers. We just hope more of this town starts doing right by us too.

09/23/2026

An update on safety at our store.

We've taken recent events seriously and are upgrading our security system to better protect our staff and everyone who walks through our doors.

One change you'll notice starting this Saturday: we'll be installing a doorbell entry system. You'll ring to be let in, and let out, during that time. It's a small adjustment, but it makes a real difference in keeping our staff safe during the day.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make this change. Your safety and our staff's safety matter to us, and we're not willing to compromise on that.

Thank you for your continued support, Ponoka.

09/21/2026

A conversation that stuck with us this weekend.

A customer came in and mentioned they'd hired an out-of-town shredding company to handle a batch of documents. We let them know — that's actually something we offer too, right here in Ponoka. The response? A bit standoffish, like it hadn't crossed their mind that it was even an option.

We're not sharing this to call anyone out. It just got us thinking about something bigger.

This community isn't going to grow because a handful of businesses try harder. It's going to grow because we all start choosing each other first — before the big city names, before the "we've always done it this way" habits. Every one of us has to be willing to ask, "is there someone local who does this?" before picking up the phone to somewhere else.

We're here, we offer more than people sometimes realize, and we'd love the chance to earn that business too. Ask us first — you might be surprised.

09/21/2026

🙏 To everyone reaching out asking how you can help — thank you.

We've had so many people, both individuals and local businesses, get in touch asking how they can support Greg and his family. Honestly, it means a lot to see this community show up the way it has.

The easiest way right now is sharing and donating to the GoFundMe that's been set up for him. Every share puts it in front of more people, and every donation — big or small — helps.

If you or your business would like to do something more, like a fundraiser or a donation drive, reach out to us and we'll help connect the dots.

Thank you for caring about our community the way you do.

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09/21/2026

🕒 We're extending our hours — because we're not going anywhere.

Starting Tuesday, October 6th, 2026, we'll be open Tuesdays and Thursdays until 8pm. This isn't just about convenience — it's about showing up for this community, day in and day out.

Ponoka has always supported us, and this is our way of saying: we're here, we're committed, and we're not slowing down.

Come see the new hours in action — we'd love to see you.

📍 Central Office Supplies — 5026 50 Avenue, Ponoka Helping You Stay Organized

09/20/2026

💔 A message to our community.

Yesterday, a violent incident occurred just outside our doors. Our thoughts are with everyone affected — those directly involved, their families, and anyone who witnessed it. This kind of thing shakes all of us, and we want you to know we're thinking of you.

To the Town of Ponoka: it's time to take a serious look at safety on our streets. Our downtown should be a place where families, business owners, and staff feel safe — not somewhere this kind of violence can happen in broad daylight.

We're asking the town to prioritize the safety of the people who live, work, and shop here.

We remain committed to this community, and we'll continue showing up for it — but we need to know our streets are being looked after too.

09/19/2026

Please join us Thursday

09/18/2026

Thank you ALL for continuing to support us and giving us the ability to hire young students on their PD Days!

YOUR support is trickling down to the next generation and the love of supporting local can start in the teenage years.

If you see these young men working outside today, give them a wave or a kind word, they are building skills to use in the future around our community!