Posts by kylehodgman

Alberta 3rd Quarter Fiscal Update and economic outlook presented by Finance Minister Joe Ceci earlier today maintains an optimism that is simply out of sync with Alberta’s fiscal and economic realities. The proposed path to balance pitched by the minister sidesteps the priorities for a healthy economy and sustainable fiscal position, and what the Alberta Chambers…

Communities and organizations are invited to apply for funding to host Alberta Culture Days events to showcase their arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit. Albertans have the chance to discover, experience and celebrate arts and culture in their communities during Alberta Culture Days, Sept. 27-29. Applications can be downloaded from the Alberta Culture Days grant website and submitted via…

We’re only eight weeks into the new year, but the good business and economic news that was a hallmark of Medicine Hat’s business beat in 2018 looks set to continue apace in 2019. In January, Folium Biosciences announced plans to build an industrial scale cannabinoid extraction facility in the northwest quadrant of the city. Upon…

Are you a woman from the Prairies or the North who owns or runs a business? Have you considered the Government of Canada (GOC) as a potential customer? The GOC purchases over $20 billion of goods and services each year, ranging from catering services to automotive fleets. Unfortunately, women owned and led businesses are currently under-represented among government suppliers.…

On February 12 while celebrating Canada’s Agriculture Day with farmers, ranchers, food processors, industry leaders and youth in Ottawa, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay announced the new Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program (CASPP), an investment of $50.3 million over five years. Funding available through this program will help facilitate the sector’s ability to address emerging…

In an effort to get a better understanding of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is conducting the first nationwide research on entrepreneurs’ mental well-being, supported by BDC. This study aims to identify challenges, facilitators and barriers to well-being and to understand commonalities among business owners. Please take a few…

Property owners can expect to see their assessment in the coming days. Assessment values provide the basis for property tax allocation. The tax revenue requirement was outlined in the 2019 budget approved by Council on December 17, 208. Although changes in the assessment roll may lead to a redistribution of the tax burden, total tax…

Desert Blume Estates is a community destined to establish a new standard of excellence in home and lifestyle satisfaction. We’ve combined community living with country club elegance to create the Desert Blume Estates community. An eighteen hole golf course of uncompromising standards features xeriscaping, a water-conservative approach to landscaping, that is in perfect harmony with the…

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