Policy
With 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 MoreModest improvements in Alberta’s Fiscal Outlook reinforce need to curb COVID-19 today and diversify our economy tomorrow
Alberta’s projected deficit and debt burden have improved slightly, as the province’s deficit has been reduced by $2.8 billion per today’s fiscal update. In the short-term, Albertan businesses will continue to need support through the COVID-19 pandemic. In the long-term, a full focus on economic diversification and job creation will be required to rebuild resiliency in our economy and ensure fiscal sustainability.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Recommends Ways To Forge Our Future
News, Policy Back Edmonton Chamber Recommends Ways To Forge Our Future 21 October 2020 The Edmonton Chamber has released Forging our Future – a set of recommendations on how governments can help ailing businesses withstand the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and harness new opportunities to boost our economic recovery, and build a more inclusive economy that supports…
Read MoreNatural Gas Strategy builds diversification opportunities for Alberta
By leveraging our existing expertise and strong global reputation in natural gas development while expanding our capacity in emerging areas – such as hydrogen, petrochemicals, and plastics recycling – Alberta can diversify and succeed in the global economy of the future.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Urges Public to Wear Masks
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 economic…
Read MoreAlberta’s Recovery Plan a Strong Step in the Right Direction
News, Policy Alberta’s Recovery Plan a Strong Step in the Right Direction 30 June 2020 EDMONTON, CALGARY – Alberta’s economy has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic and collapsing global oil prices. We are pleased to see the release of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, outlining a new path forward for our economy. “Alberta’s Recovery Plan…
Read MoreNaming Edmonton an NHL Hub City Would Boost Our City’s Economic Recovery Efforts
News, Policy Back Photo by Alexscuccato – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0 Naming Edmonton an NHL Hub City Would Boost Our City’s Economic Recovery Efforts 28 May 2020 The Edmonton Chamber fully supports the bid by the Oilers Entertainment Group, the City of Edmonton and the Government of Alberta to name Edmonton an NHL hub…
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…
Read MorePriorities for a competitive future in this year’s federal election
September 9, 2019 – Calgary, Edmonton With the federal election approaching, Canadians face an important choice. In a rapidly changing global economy, Canada needs strong leadership to navigate the way toward a more competitive and prosperous future. The Calgary and Edmonton Chambers of Commerce have united to speak with one voice to urge all federal…
Read MoreCity Budget Bulletin #10: Last Chance to Speak Up!
City Budget is in its final stretch! The Mayor and City Councillors are wrapping up budget deliberations this week, with the final vote expected either late Wednesday or Friday morning. While there are still many new spending package votes that you need to encourage your Councillor to be vigilant about, we have already seen some…
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