Posts by Scott Channon
Federal Budget 2022: A small step toward recovery
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce is encouraged to see thoughtful investment in Budget 2022. While there is still work to do, the budget outlines steps towards economic recovery from the pandemic.
Read MoreMunicipal 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the ending of the Restrictions Exemption Program, most businesses would prefer to see the municipal Face Covering Bylaw repealed in coordination with the provincial program, although some of our members have shared different perspectives on this issue.
BIE November Feature: eMotors Direct
Powerlink Electrical Ltd. is an Alberta Based business that has provided electrical service and repair work to Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park, and surrounding areas since 201
Read MoreEdmonton & Calgary Chambers congratulate Liberal Party on re-election
The Edmonton and Calgary Chambers of Commerce congratulate the Liberal Party of Canada for its successful re-election, and the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau on his forthcoming re-appointment as Prime Minister of Canada. We thank all federal party leaders and candidates for their public service and efforts to bring important issues to light throughout the election campaign.
Read MoreLiability Exposures in a Challenging Economy
An economic downturn can be a turbulent time for businesses in every sector worldwide. Sinking revenues and economic uncertainty can exacerbate our already litigious society, and even companies that successfully weather economic downturns relatively unscathed can still face long-term uninsured risks. For this reason, Lloyd Sadd Insurance Brokers Ltd has compiled these tips to effectively manage your company’s exposures as it adapts to the current business climate and moves into the next economic cycle.
Read MoreUnlocking the economic potential of trade—2021 Federal Platform: From Challenge to Change
The Canadian federation is complex with much variation between provinces in laws, regulations, permits, licences and other rules. Differences impede interprovincial trade flows and labour mobility, increase operational costs, reduce efficiency and limit investment. They also reduce consumer choice and lower Canada’s productivity.
Read MoreBuilding connections to build potential—2021 Federal Platform: From Challenge to Change
There is a global battle for talent as businesses and governments around the world recognize growth of skills and people are vital to innovation and economic prosperity. With immigration forecasted to be the key driver of Canada’s population growth over the next 50 years, building a labour force that develops, attracts, and retains world-class skills and abilities is imperative.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Partners to Promote Shop Local
The Government of Canada confirmed a partnership with the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce and the Alberta Chambers of Commerce to promote local businesses as they recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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 MoreChamber Welcomes More Certainty for Businesses
“We’ve urged governments to develop a risk index that would use public health triggers to indicate when restrictions are easing, and we’re glad to see the Province provide exactly that.” said Riopel, “This staged approach will give job creators a much better sense of when they can expect to bring their staff back, and get their operations up and running again.”
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