Policy
Budget 2025 Letter to the Mayor
Business, City of Edmonton, Municipal, Policy November 28, 2025 Budget 2025 Letter to the Mayor November 28, 2025 Dear Mayor Knack: Edmonton’s business community remains concerned about the City’s financial trajectory and the impacts of rising municipal costs on businesses, workers, and residents. As Council prepares for the 2025 Fall Budget Adjustment and the final Spring…
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Historic Agreement as a Major Win for Alberta’s Competitive Advantage
Chamber Statement, Federal, Policy November 27, 2025 Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Historic Agreement as a Major Win for Alberta’s Competitive Advantage November 27, 2025 EDMONTON, AB – The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce welcomes today’s historic agreement between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith. This level of cooperation is a powerful signal for Alberta’s business…
Read MorePremier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address 2025: “Edmonton is on the Rise.”
Policy, Provincial October 22, 2025 Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address 2025: “Edmonton is on the Rise.” By Doug Griffiths, President and CEO, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce I believe maintaining a positive outlook is important — especially during uncertain times. And right now, many in the business community are facing uncertainty around rising…
Read MoreRoundtable Recap: Building a Stronger Canadian Economy with Minister Eleanor Olszewski / Compte rendu de la table ronde : Renforcer l’économie canadienne avec la ministre Eleanor Olszewski
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce convened a roundtable with MLA David Shepherd, the Alberta NDP’s Shadow Minister for Public Safety and Emergency Services. The session provided a direct line for Edmonton’s business and community leaders to share lived experiences, propose solutions, and respond to the NDP’s draft Public Safety Blueprint.
Read MorePolicy Pulse Insight – Building Better Infrastructure
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC) hosted an industry consultation with local manufacturers in May 2025, bringing together key business leaders in the manufacturing sector from across the Edmonton region. The session provided a platform for participants to candidly share the challenges and opportunities shaping their operations in today’s complex manufacturing landscape.
Read MoreA Snapshot of Edmonton’s Manufacturing Industry – May 2025
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC) hosted an industry consultation with local manufacturers in May 2025, bringing together key business leaders in the manufacturing sector from across the Edmonton region. The session provided a platform for participants to candidly share the challenges and opportunities shaping their operations in today’s complex manufacturing landscape.
Read MoreRoundtable Recap: Chamber Members Share Frontline Safety Realities with Shadow Minister David Shepherd
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce convened a roundtable with MLA David Shepherd, the Alberta NDP’s Shadow Minister for Public Safety and Emergency Services. The session provided a direct line for Edmonton’s business and community leaders to share lived experiences, propose solutions, and respond to the NDP’s draft Public Safety Blueprint.
Read MoreLetter of Support on Economic Corridors and Trade-Enabling Infrastructure
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.
Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Hosts Roundtable on Canada-U.S. Trade Relations with Minister Terry Duguid
On February 12, 2025, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce and Prairies Economic Development Canada hosted a roundtable with Minister Terry Duguid to talk about Canada’s trade relationship with the U.S. and what it means for businesses in Alberta.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Statement on U.S. Tariffs: Protecting Our Economy, Strengthening Canadian Trade
City of Edmonton, Federal, News, Policy February 3, 2025 Edmonton Chamber Statement on U.S. Tariffs: Protecting Our Economy, Strengthening Canadian Trade February 3rd, 2025 EDMONTON, AB – The U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods are a direct hit to Edmonton businesses. A 25 percent tariff on most exports and a 10 percent tariff on oil will…
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