Posts Tagged ‘Economy’
Driving Alberta’s Tourism Future: Insights from Minister Joseph Schow
Business, CEO, News, Policy November 18, 2024 Driving Alberta’s Tourism Future: Insights from Minister Joseph Schow On November 18, 2024, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted Hon. Minister Joseph Schow, who discussed Alberta’s bold vision for tourism and sport with our business community. Attended by over 120 policymakers, business leaders, and industry experts, this…
Read MoreThe Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post Strike
Business, CEO, News, Policy November 15, 2024 The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post Strike The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the ongoing Canada Post strike, which commenced on November 15, 2024, following unsuccessful negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). …
Read MoreMy Reflections on Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address: “A bright future for the Edmonton Capital Region.”
Business, CEO, Policy November 13, 2024 My Reflections on Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address: “A bright future for the Edmonton Capital Region.” By Doug Griffiths, President and CEO, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce I am an optimistic, glass-half-full, get-things-done kind of person. Doubly so after Premier Danielle Smith’s State of the Province address…
Read MoreNews Release: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce to lead major initiative to position the Edmonton region as a leader in the Artificial Intelligence and Construction/Engineering sectors
News Release: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce to lead major initiative to position the Edmonton region as a leader in the Artificial Intelligence and Construction/Engineering sectors Edmonton Metropolitan Region – Today, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with key industry, academic, and government partners, is excited to announce the launch of the AI x CE…
Read MorePress Release: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce Unveils Dynamic New Brand – Paving the Way for a Brighter Future
Business, CEO, City of Edmonton, 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 MoreLet’s Keep Our Momentum Going: A Call To Action for Edmonton Business Leaders
But how do we do that? How do we sustain this momentum? In economic terms, how do we capitalize on this pride? These are not rhetorical questions but urgent challenges. Consider this column a call to action and a challenge to all of us in the business community.
Read MoreA reason for optimism: Canadian Survey on Business Conditions, second quarter 2024
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 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 Adjustment
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…
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