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Budget 2019 charts a clear path to balance for Alberta
News Back Budget 2019 charts a clear path to balance for Alberta 25 October 2019 After years of increasing deficits and little fiscal restraint, Alberta is now headed towards a more certain financial future. Today the Government of Alberta released its first budget since the spring election, which commits to reviewing government programs and eliminating…
Read MoreStatement on federal election results
News Back Statement on federal election results 21 October 2019 The Calgary and Edmonton Chambers of Commerce would like to congratulate Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party of Canada on their election victory. This federal election was an opportunity to discuss the critical issues impacting our country and our future. We thank all…
Read MoreHow to choose a reputable moving company and avoid a potential nightmare
Member Submission Back How to choose a reputable moving company and avoid a potential nightmare 17 October 2019 Our moving insiders have been in the industry over 15 years and maintain A+ accreditation with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), as well as the highest rated Google reviews in Canada. In this day and age, moving…
Read MoreMake your vote count in this year’s federal election
News Back Make your vote count in this year’s federal election 16 October 2019 October 21st is fast approaching, and Canadians have an important choice to make in this year’s federal election. With strong leadership, we can boost Canadian competitiveness and become a world leader in energy, innovation and talent. How can you support business…
Read MoreIntroducing our new website and online member platform
News Back Introducing our new website and online member platform 07 October 2019 We have exciting news! We have transitioned to a new website and online member platform, ChamberMaster – to better serve you, our valued members, and help you get more from your membership with the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. These changes will create…
Read MoreHow to ensure your benefit plan impacts employee well-being and productivity
Member Submission Back How to ensure your benefit plan impacts employee well-being and productivity 07 October 2019 growthzone Employee wellness strategies and programs are on the rise as more organizations see them as a strategic imperative. Yet they are still often siloed and offered as a program rather than a strategy that connects the dots…
Read MoreNominate a candidate for the 2020 Board of Directors
News Back Nominate a candidate for the 2020 Board of Directors 03 October 2019 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce is one of the most influential business organizations in Canada. It is part of a business community that extends regionally, provincially, nationally, and around the globe within the Chamber of Commerce and the World Trade Centre…
Read MoreJoin us for BDC Small Business Week™
News Back Join us for BDC Small Business Week™ 20 September 2019 BDC Small Business Week™ returns this October 22-25! As an annual, national event celebrating entrepreneurship, we are honoured to partner with BDC again to engage our vibrant business community. With 85% of our members being small enterprises, we have created sessions and events…
Read MoreUncategorized Back 20 September 2019 Waste Reduction Week in Canada is a yearly program, focused solely on the principles of circular economy, resource efficiency, and waste reduction. The celebratory nature of the campaign is how it encourages learning and behavior alteration. Waste Reduction Week in Canada provides information and ideas to reduce waste in all aspects…
Read MoreCanada needs a National Urban Strategy: Urban Chambers of Commerce
September 19, 2019— Edmonton At a news conference this morning in Halifax, the Canadian Global Cities Council (CGCC) called on the campaigning federal parties to support the development of a National Urban Strategy to help cities build the infrastructure they need to support Canada’s economic competitiveness. In the second playbook of its Agenda for Growth…
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