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City 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 Chamber of Commerce Partners with Grow with Google to Bring AI Skills to Local Businesses
Chamber Team, News, News Release Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Partners with Grow with Google to Bring AI Skills to Local Businesses May 13, 2026 EDMONTON, AB – May 19, 2026 – To celebrate the beginning of the 2026 Upper Bound AI conference, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce announced a new partnership with Grow with Google to…
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…
Read MoreLetter to the Mayor: A Proposed Phased Return to In-Person Work for Municipal Employees
On behalf of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, I am pleased to extend our full support for
your call to action regarding economic corridors and trade-enabling infrastructure in Canada.
The Edmonton Chamber applauds your leadership in advocating for strategic investment in
interprovincial mega-infrastructure projects that will enhance our nation’s competitiveness and
economic prosperity.
Letter to the Mayor: Feedback on Proposed Performance Indicators
On behalf of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, I am pleased to extend our full support for
your call to action regarding economic corridors and trade-enabling infrastructure in Canada.
The Edmonton Chamber applauds your leadership in advocating for strategic investment in
interprovincial mega-infrastructure projects that will enhance our nation’s competitiveness and
economic prosperity.
Key Takeaways: Federal Spring Economic Update with Minister Olszewski
Business, Events, Federal, Policy May 1, 2026 Key Takeaways: Federal Spring Economic Update with Minister Olszewski The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce welcomed Minister Eleanor Olszewski for a luncheon focused on the Spring Economic Statement and its implications for Edmonton’s business community. The discussion reinforced a message that strongly aligns with what we hear from local businesses: strategic investment,…
Read MoreKey Takeaways: Canada–U.S. Business Roundtable
Business, Federal April 30, 2026 Key Takeaways: Canada–U.S. Business Roundtable The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce convened business leaders and stakeholders for a roundtable discussion focused on Canada–U.S. trade, investment, and economic cooperation. The conversation explored the real-world impacts of policy uncertainty, tariffs, and cross‑border rhetoric on Edmonton and Alberta businesses, while also highlighting long‑term optimism rooted in energy, innovation, and bilateral collaboration. The insights…
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