Business
Key Takeaways From a Public Safety Conversation with Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State
Business, Events, Federal, Policy August 17, 2026 2026 City Councillor Budget Engagement Series Takeaways In partnership with the Downtown Revitalization Coalition, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce welcomed The Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime. This event on August 13, 2026 was a timely conversation on public safety and what it means for Edmonton’s economic future. Joined by business leaders, community partners, and Chamber members,…
Read More2026 City Councillor Budget Engagement Series Key Takeaways
Business, City of Edmonton, Municipal August 14, 2026 2026 City Councillor Budget Engagement Series Takeaways Over recent months, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce has convened members of the business community to meet with city councillors in our City Budget Engagement Roundtable Series. These sessions covered business needs in the upcoming city budget, feedback on the Economic Action Plan, and insights on…
Read MoreLetter to the Prime Minister: The WestJet Dispute and the Broader Case for a National Transportation Reliability Framework
Business, Federal, Policy August 1, 2026 The WestJet Dispute and the Broader Case of a National Transportation Reliability Framework Aug. 1, 2026 The Right Honourable Mark Carney, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of Canada Office of the Prime Minister 80 Wellington Street Ottawa, ON K1A 0A2 Re: The WestJet Dispute and the Broader Case for a…
Read MorePress Release: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Calls for Immediate Action to Protect Downtown’s Momentum
Business, City of Edmonton, Municipal, News, News Release, Policy July 27, 2026 Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Calls for Immediate Action to Protect Downtown’s Momentum Edmonton Chamber asks City Council to direct Administration to act now on construction coordination, business relief measures and public safety. EDMONTON – (July 27, 2026) Edmonton is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country,…
Read MoreConsultation: Advancing Edmonton’s Economic Priorities with MP Karim Bardeesy
Business, Federal, Policy July 22, 2026 Consultation: Advancing Edmonton’s Economic Priorities with MP Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry On July 21, 2026, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce hosted MP Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, for a roundtable with business, post-secondary, and community leaders from across Edmonton’s aerospace…
Read MoreCity Councillor Budget Roundtables: Edmonton Business Leaders Talk Budget Priorities with City Council
Business, City of Edmonton, Municipal, Policy June 23, 2026 City Councillor Budget Roundtables: Edmonton Business Leaders Talk Budget Priorities with City Council The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce recently hosted Councillor Reed Clarke (Ward Nakota Isga) and Councillor Keren Tang (Ward Karhiio) for a candid conversation with Edmonton business leaders. This is first session in a new summer-long series designed to give Council direct input from the business…
Read MoreKey Takeaways: A Conversation with Minister Jason Nixon
Business, Events, Policy June 23, 2026 A Conversation with the Hon. Jason Nixon On June 22, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce welcomed brand new Minister of Finance, the Honourable Jason Nixon for a timely conversation with the business community. With shifting economic conditions the discussion focused on fiscal outlook, resource revenue, and opportunities for strategic investment. Here are the key takeaways. Oil price volatility continues…
Read MoreInside Alberta’s Industrial Heartland: Mayor Andrew Knack Joins the Chamber and Members on a Tour
Business May 29, 2026 Inside Alberta’s Industrial Heartland: Mayor Andrew Knack Joins the Chamber and Members on a Tour In collaboration with the Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association (AIHA), the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce was proud to host a tour of the Industrial Heartland alongside Chamber members, Mayor Andrew Knack, and Mayor of Fort Saskatchewan and Chairperson of the AIHA, Lisa Makin. What we saw was beyond…
Read MoreKey Takeaways: Luncheon with the Hon. Steven MacKinnon
Business, Events, Federal, Policy May 14, 2026 Luncheon with the Hon. Steven MacKinnon: Strengthening Canada’s Supply Chains and Trade Corridors, presented by the Edmonton International Airport & WestJet On May 13th, 2026, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce welcomed Minister MacKinnon for a discussion focused on Canada’s trade competitiveness, supply chain resilience, and Edmonton’s strategic role…
Read MoreEdmonton as a Global Connector: Advancing Trade with Indonesia
Business, International May 13, 2026 Edmonton as a Global Connector: Advancing Trade with Indonesia The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce was pleased to host a visit from the Ambassador of Indonesia, highlighting growing trade ties and emerging opportunities between Alberta, Canada, and Indonesia. The conversation focused on workforce strengths, strategic trade alignment, and the untapped potential…
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