Policy
Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Calls for Swift Federal Action to Prevent Air Canada Strike
The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce is deeply concerned about imminent disruptions to Canada’s air transportation sector, as collective bargaining negotiations between Air Canada and the Air Line Pilots Association reaches an impasse. Strike action and/or a lockout could begin as early as September 18, 2024.
Read MorePress Release: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Unveils Dynamic New Brand – Paving the Way for a Brighter Future
Business, Edmonton, From the CEO, 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 MoreConcerns Grow Over Potential Rail Strike: Edmonton Chamber Urges Swift Government Action
News, Policy MEDIA RELEASE – Concerns Grow Over Potential Rail Strike: Edmonton Chamber Urges Swift Government Action August 21, 2024 MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2024 Concerns Grow Over Potential Rail Strike: Edmonton Chamber Urges Swift Government Action EDMONTON, AB  – The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC) is deeply concerned about a potential…
Read MoreA reason for optimism: Canadian Survey on Business Conditions, second quarter 2024Â
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 MoreThe new federal Capital Gains Tax threatens everyone’s bottom dollar, not just the ultra-wealthy.
From my own, once-upon-a-time experience as a cabinet minister with the Alberta government, I acknowledge the complexities and difficulties of balancing fiscal responsibility with strategic investments. But as President of the Edmonton Chamber, I must call to everyone’s attention our concerns with changes to the tax regime, specifically the increased inclusion rate on capital gains tax for corporations.
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 MoreJoint Letter – Spring 2024 Supplemental Operating Budget AdjustmentÂ
Edmonton’s business community – as represented by the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, UDI–Metro, and BOMA Edmonton – are deeply concerned about the proposed tax increases of 8.7% in 2024, 7.0% in 2025, and 6.4% in 2026, as outlined in the April 23, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02361.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber of Commerce responds to the 2024 Federal Budget
News, Policy Edmonton Chamber of Commerce responds to the 2024 Federal Budget April 16, 2024 Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 OTTAWA, ON – Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, tabled the 2024 Federal Budget in the House of Commons titled Fairness for Every Generation. The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce…
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC) statement on 2024 Alberta Budget
News, Policy Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC) statement on 2024 Alberta Budget March 1, 2024 February 29, 2023 EDMONTON, AB – Today, the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Nate Horner tabled the 2024 Alberta provincial budget in the Alberta Legislature titled A Responsible Plan for a Growing Province. The…
Read MoreNews Release: Calgary & Edmonton Chambers ask province to explore pharmacare
The Calgary and Edmonton Chambers of Commerce jointly call on the provincial government to discuss the viability of a federal pharmacare plan in Alberta. With the ongoing labour shortage and need to attract talent, and the cost to employers for providing health-related benefits, along with the financial benefit of pooling resources across provinces, a national pharmacare program, if developed well, could benefit Alberta’s economy.
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