Posts Tagged ‘Alberta’
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post Strike
Business, CEO, News, Policy November 15, 2024 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post Strike The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post strike, which commenced on November 15, 2024, following unsuccessful negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). …
Read MoreMy Reflections on Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address: “A bright future for the Edmonton Capital Region.”
Business, CEO, Policy November 13, 2024 My Reflections on Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address: “A bright future for the Edmonton Capital Region.” By Doug Griffiths, President and CEO, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce I am an optimistic, glass-half-full, get-things-done kind of person. Doubly so after Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address…
Read MoreEconomic Reconciliation is a Moral Imperative for Edmonton: Just Look At Our History
The Edmonton Chamber is committed to economic reconciliation, addressing past injustices and building a stronger, inclusive future for all Edmontonians.
Read MorePress Release: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Unveils Dynamic New Brand – Paving the Way for a Brighter Future
Business, CEO, City of Edmonton, News, Policy Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Unveils Dynamic New Brand: Paving the Way for a Brighter Future September 3, 2024 EDMONTON, AB – The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC), a cornerstone of the city’s business community for over 135 years, is thrilled to announce the launch of its dynamic new brand.…
Read MoreA reason for optimism: Canadian Survey on Business Conditions, second quarter 2024
Business conditions look positive. The majority of businesses (72.1%) reported being “very optimistic” or “somewhat optimistic” about their prospects over the next twelve months. This represents an 8.2% increase in confidence from the fourth quarter of 2023.
Read MoreStatement on Bill 20: The Municipal Affairs Statues Amendment Act
News, Policy Statement on Bill 20: The Municipal Affairs Statues Amendment Act April 26, 2024 Statement on Bill 20: The Municipal Affairs Statues Amendment Act Edmonton, Alberta – On April 25, 2024, the Government of Alberta unveiled Bill 20, the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2024. This legislation proposes changes to the Local Authorities Election…
Read MoreA Proposed Alberta Pension Plan: What would be the impact on the business community
By many measurements, Edmonton is set to have a good year.
Read MoreFederal Budget 2023: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Statement
The Alberta economy is showing some encouraging early signs of recovering from the shocks of the pandemic although there are continued risks that the recovery could be uneven and interrupted by future waves of COVID-19 or by changes to global market forces.
Read MoreAlberta Budget 2023: Building on strengths – lacking in Capital City investment
The Alberta economy is showing some encouraging early signs of recovering from the shocks of the pandemic although there are continued risks that the recovery could be uneven and interrupted by future waves of COVID-19 or by changes to global market forces.
Read More2023 Federal Budget Recommendations
The impacts of the global pandemic continue to affect businesses although 2021 has brought recovery. Businesses are dealing with uncertainty and volatility, changing regulations and supply chain disruptions. Some sectors, such as hospitality, tourism and the arts continue to face major barriers to their normal operations.
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