COVID-19
Edmonton Chamber of Commerce employees return to office full time
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce team will return to the World Trade Centre full
time. With COVID19 case numbers dropping and the easing of pandemic restrictions provincially,
Chamber staff were notified today that return to in-office work would commence April 11th.
Municipal Face Covering Bylaw
We are writing today on behalf of our members regarding the City of Edmonton Face Covering Bylaw
which remains in place as the provincial requirements end on March 1st, 2022. Like the views expressed on the ending of the Restrictions Exemption Program, most businesses would prefer to see the municipal Face Covering Bylaw repealed in coordination with the provincial program, although some of our members have shared different perspectives on this issue.
Municipal Vaccination Passport Program
We provide this correspondence from the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of our members. We would like to express concern relating to the potential city council decision to bring in a bylaw that would require a municipal proof of vaccination program to go into effect for public spaces and private enterprise.
Read MoreAccelerated Reopening Will Get Albertans Back to Work
“The Edmonton Chamber is gratified that the Government of Alberta is accelerating their thoughtful, phased-in approach to reopening our economy.” said Janet Riopel, President and CEO of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, “This is great news for our small businesses who are eager to reopen and welcome their customers back.”
Read MoreChamber Applauds Expanded Supports and a Measured Reopening
COVID-19, News Back Chamber Applauds Expanded Supports and a Measured Reopening 15 January 2021 The Government of Alberta will ease some public health restrictions starting on Monday, January 18. The Province will allow businesses offering personal and wellness services to reopen by appointment only. In addition, up to 10 people will be allowed to gather…
Read MoreWith Canada’s fiscal outlook at a critical juncture, careful and targeted action required to navigate second wave and economic recovery
The fall economic update, tabled today by Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, displays the breadth and depth of government action required to protect the lives and livelihoods of Canadians through the COVID-19 pandemic, and simultaneously the importance of planning the path to recovery.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Urges Public to Wear Masks
COVID-19, News, Policy Back Edmonton Chamber Urges Public to Wear Masks 14 July 2020 EDMONTON – The Edmonton Chamber is urging Edmontonians to protect not only themselves, but customer service workers and our economy by wearing masks when they’re out in public. “One of the best ways to protect jobs, protect workers and speed our…
Read MoreStatement on the Government of Alberta’s Relaunch Strategy
The Government of Alberta’s relaunch strategy provides a measured approach that strikes the right balance between upholding public health and helping businesses devastated by the impacts of COVID-19.
Read MoreSurvey Results Show That Businesses are Struggling to Hang On
Back Survey Results Show That Businesses are Struggling to Hang On 28 April 2020 After more than a month of losing most, if not all, of their revenues, Edmonton businesses are still struggling to hang on, according to the Edmonton Chamber’s most recent survey on COVID-19. Liquidity continues to be one of the most…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 4
COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 4 28 April 2020 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce designed a survey to better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The survey was sent out to all members and promoted through the Chamber’s social media channels. Unlike previous Chamber surveys, this survey was not conducted with a random sample of…
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