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From Challenge to Change: 2021 Federal Election Platform
The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented challenges for Canadian businesses, communities, and governments. It affected nearly all aspects of our lives, from placing immense pressure on our businesses, to exposing socioeconomic inequalities in our society.
Read MoreThe Importance of Air Market Access
News Back The Importance of Air Market Access 01 August 2021 Edmonton International Airport, or EIA as it’s commonly known, is among the most important assets in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region when it comes to economic development and growth. In short—EIA helps move our people, products and services to markets around the world. EIA is a logistics…
Read MoreEasing travel restrictions good for business.
“We will work with our partners at EIA to help attract U.S. and international flights back to Edmonton, as airlines work to establish their flight schedules following today’s announcement.” said Sundquist, “Edmonton’s business community looks forward to supporting the investments that airlines are making at our airport.”
Read MoreThe Next Chapter of the Edmonton Chamber
When I was approached about taking on the position of President & CEO of the Edmonton Chamber, I was honoured. It’s not every day you’re asked to lead an organization that has been a pillar of our community for over 130 years, let alone an organization with such strong national relevance. Having served on the Edmonton Chamber’s Board of Directors for the past three years, most recently as Vice-Chair, I’ve had a front-row seat to the modernization and evolution of this esteemed organization.
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 MoreEdmonton Chamber Reacts to Budget 2021
Budget 2021 maintains support for businesses struggling due to the impacts of the pandemic, while addressing some of the hardest-hit segments of our economy and society.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Welcomes Incoming President & CEO
The Edmonton Chamber is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Sundquist has been appointed President & CEO effective June 1, 2021, having succeeded Janet Riopel in this role.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber President & CEO Bids Farewell
Edmonton Chamber President & CEO Janet M. Riopel announced her departure, effective June 2021.
Read MoreHeightened Restrictions Are Disappointing But Necessary
Following weeks of rising case counts, the Government of Alberta announced increased restrictions as the province moves back to step 1 of the reopening plan.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Reacts to Budget 2021
The Edmonton Chamber is pleased to see that Budget 2021 takes a measured approach. “This budget appears to focus on stabilizing our economy and getting us back on track.” said Janet Riopel, President & CEO
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