Early Trade and Commerce

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The Canadian Bank of Commerce (later CIBC) has been a focal point for trade and commerce in Stony Plain since 1906. The bank originally served clients out of a tent before occupying and extraordinary fir structure in 1908. In 1953, that building was replaced by a brick building and in 1983 a more modern structure was erected. The mural depicts the evolution of banking in the community from a fur and gold exchange to financial advice and services. Some of the senior staff and customers are featured.