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Bridges, Business, and Bottlenecks: Let’s Keep Edmonton Moving
City of Edmonton, Municipal February 20, 2025 Bridges, Business, and Bottlenecks: Let’s Keep Edmonton Moving By Heather Thomson, VP, Economy & Engagement Edmonton’s Bridges Are More Than Infrastructure—They’re Economic Lifelines Edmonton’s bridges do more than connect neighbourhoods—they connect businesses to customers, workers to jobs, and industries to markets. They are the economic arteries of our…
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Statement on U.S. Tariffs: Protecting Our Economy, Strengthening Canadian Trade
City of Edmonton, Federal, News, Policy February 3, 2025 Edmonton Chamber Statement on U.S. Tariffs: Protecting Our Economy, Strengthening Canadian Trade February 3rd, 2025 EDMONTON, AB – The U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods are a direct hit to Edmonton businesses. A 25 percent tariff on most exports and a 10 percent tariff on oil will…
Read MoreDecember New Members
Chamber Member, City of Edmonton January 6, 2025 December New Members Welcome New Members at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce We would like to welcome and introduce new members that have joined the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. These companies are now part of Edmonton’s vibrant business community and, as our newest members, they are ready…
Read MoreNovember New Members
Chamber Member, City of Edmonton December 2, 2024 November New Members Welcome New Members at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce We would like to welcome and introduce new members that have joined the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. These companies are now part of Edmonton’s vibrant business community and, as our newest members, they are ready…
Read MoreStatement from the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce on Mayor Sohi’s Recent Comments
On November 20, 2024, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce hosted newly elected Alberta New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Naheed Nenshi. Speaking to over 150 business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts, Nenshi provided the party’s roadmap for advancing economic growth and addressing critical social issues. Mr. Nenshi also participated in a pre-event roundtable with key members and a post-event media scrum.
Read MoreStatement on the Government of Alberta’s Second Quarter Fiscal Update
On November 20, 2024, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce hosted newly elected Alberta New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Naheed Nenshi. Speaking to over 150 business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts, Nenshi provided the party’s roadmap for advancing economic growth and addressing critical social issues. Mr. Nenshi also participated in a pre-event roundtable with key members and a post-event media scrum.
Read MoreDriving Alberta’s Tourism Future: Insights from Minister Joseph Schow
Business, CEO, News, Policy November 18, 2024 Driving Alberta’s Tourism Future: Insights from Minister Joseph Schow On November 18, 2024, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted Hon. Minister Joseph Schow, who discussed Alberta’s bold vision for tourism and sport with our business community. Attended by over 120 policymakers, business leaders, and industry experts, this…
Read MoreThe Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post Strike
Business, CEO, News, Policy November 15, 2024 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post Strike The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post strike, which commenced on November 15, 2024, following unsuccessful negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). …
Read MoreMy Reflections on Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address: “A bright future for the Edmonton Capital Region.”
Business, CEO, Policy November 13, 2024 My Reflections on Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address: “A bright future for the Edmonton Capital Region.” By Doug Griffiths, President and CEO, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce I am an optimistic, glass-half-full, get-things-done kind of person. Doubly so after Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address…
Read MoreStatement on Draft Oil and Gas Emissions Gap Regulations
Business, Chamber Statement, Policy Statement on Draft Oil and Gas Emissions Gap Regulations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 4, 2024 EDMONTON, AB – The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce is gravely concerned by the Draft Oil and Gas Sector Greenhouse Emissions Cap Regulations published by the Government of Canada on November 4, 2024. If enacted, these regulations…
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