Posts Tagged ‘COVID-19’
With Canada’s fiscal outlook at a critical juncture, careful and targeted action required to navigate second wave and economic recovery
The fall economic update, tabled today by Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, displays the breadth and depth of government action required to protect the lives and livelihoods of Canadians through the COVID-19 pandemic, and simultaneously the importance of planning the path to recovery.
Read MoreModest improvements in Alberta’s Fiscal Outlook reinforce need to curb COVID-19 today and diversify our economy tomorrow
Alberta’s projected deficit and debt burden have improved slightly, as the province’s deficit has been reduced by $2.8 billion per today’s fiscal update. In the short-term, Albertan businesses will continue to need support through the COVID-19 pandemic. In the long-term, a full focus on economic diversification and job creation will be required to rebuild resiliency in our economy and ensure fiscal sustainability.
Read MoreEdmonton Chamber Urges Public to Wear Masks
COVID-19, News, Policy Back Edmonton Chamber Urges Public to Wear Masks 14 July 2020 EDMONTON – The Edmonton Chamber is urging Edmontonians to protect not only themselves, but customer service workers and our economy by wearing masks when they’re out in public. “One of the best ways to protect jobs, protect workers and speed our…
Read MoreRe-entry isn’t Easy – A Trial Run at the Chamber
Getting back into the office isn’t easy but we thought we would give it a try. Read more.
Read MoreStatement on the Government of Alberta’s Relaunch Strategy
The Government of Alberta’s relaunch strategy provides a measured approach that strikes the right balance between upholding public health and helping businesses devastated by the impacts of COVID-19.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 3
COVID-19, News Back COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 3 16 April 2020 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce designed a survey to better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The survey was sent out to all members and promoted through the Chamber’s social media channels. Unlike previous Chamber surveys, this survey was…
Read MoreJob Creators Need Immediate Financial Relief to Withstand the Closure of All Non-Essential Businesses
The Alberta Government’s decision to close all non-essential businesses is necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Yet this important public health measure brings with it a new threat – the possibility that many local businesses will face very difficult decisions before COVID-19 can be contained.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 1
COVID-19, News Back COVID-19 Business Impact Survey Results – Week 1 25 March 2020 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce designed a survey to better understand the impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The survey was sent out to all members and promoted through the Chamber’s social media channels. Unlike previous Chamber surveys, this survey was…
Read MoreCOVID-19: Government Supports for Business
News Back COVID-19: Government Supports for Business 20 March 2020 Updated: April 29, 2020 The economic impacts of COVID-19 are unparalleled in their scope and severity, and they come at a precarious time for our province. Businesses across the province have already done all they can to survive since the economic downturn began in 2014,…
Read MoreA Message to Our Members, Partners and Stakeholders Regarding COVID-19
News Back A Message to Our Members, Partners and Stakeholders Regarding COVID-19 17 March 2020 While the current risk to Albertans posed by COVID-19 remains low, we have seen several measures put in place to help protect our families, colleagues, friends, and our communities. Currently, the practice of social distancing has proven to be the…
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