Posts by kylehodgman
Changes in Canada’s Privacy Laws
Over the next 18 months, Canadian businesses can expect to see changes in Canada’s privacy laws. In particular, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada will likely be granted more enforcement powers. The government sees compliance enforcement as incentive to business to build trust in the digital economy, but there are more compelling business…
Read MoreFuture of Echo Dale Open House
The City is seeking community feedback to develop a master plan for Echo Dale Regional Park. The City of Medicine Hat is working with a consultant to develop the concept plan, which will help guide operations and capital priorities for the park in the short, medium and long-term. “Echo Dale has been referred to as…
Read MoreTeck Frontier Project
On Sunday February 23, Teck Resources Ltd announced it would be withdrawing its application for the Teck Frontier Project. The announcement was unfortunate news for Albertans and unfortunate news for all Canadians. This project was set to create thousands of jobs and 70 billion dollars in revenue. The CEO of Teck Resources Ltd. addressed the…
Read MoreNew Member: Creative Minds Consulting Inc.
Creative Minds Consulting is a private practice mainly focusing on children, adolescents and their families. Carolina Hall, Registered Psychologist, specializes in play therapy in conjunction with other modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Emotion-Focused Therapy. She also has expertise in assessment services that include: social-emotional and cognitive assessments (Psycho-Educational)…
Read MoreNew Member: Active Healing Massage
What is Active Healing Massage? It is a natural mending of the body through the physical force of massage. At Active Healing Massage you will be greeted by professional and educated registered massage therapists in a relaxing and inviting environment. Our goal is to have you leaving in less pain and less stressed, healing body…
Read MoreUpdate on the Rail Blockades
On February 21, 2020 we participated in a call with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and other provincial, territorial and local Chambers to address the mounting economic damage as a result of the ongoing rail blockades. The following response was issued by the Canadian Chamber: “We heard directly from local chambers about the economic impacts…
Read MoreShare Insights on Skills, Training and Labour Market
The Alberta Chambers of Commerce (ACC) is looking for insights on skills, training and the Alberta labour market. Do you struggle to find people with the skills you need to grow your business? Are there enough training opportunities in order for workers to capitalize on the current job market? What skills will be needed for…
Read MorePre-Budget Consultations 2020
The federal government has launched pre-budget consultations for the upcoming 2020 federal budget. This is your opportunity to provide feedback on the following: Strengthening the Middle ClassClimate Change and Protection the EnvironmentHealth and Safety of CanadiansReconciliation Take the surveys now. Do you have more to say? Send an email and add your voice to #YourBudget.
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Training is an Investment
Imagine this scene around a board table. Times are tight and balancing the budget is becoming an increasing challenge. As the costs for staff training are shared, one manager leans across the table and whispers to another, “Imagine spending that much money training our staff, and then they all leave.” The second manager whispers back,…
Read MoreNew Member: True North K9 Compound
True North K9 Compound is a outdoor 1.23 acre gated K9 compound which ensures lots of space to exercise, play or even train while stimulating your dogs mind. Come play! Never worry about unexpected company!
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