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Business Leaders Sound Alarm over the Future of WTO
A group of Canadian business organizations urged the federal government to redouble its efforts to reform the World Trade Organization (WTO) in the face of U.S. moves to shut down a key component of its dispute-settlement system. The WTO plays a critical role in protecting rules-based international trade and resolving disagreements among member countries. However,…
Read MoreSpeech from the Throne: Canadian Business a Willing Partner to the 43rd Parliament
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement today regarding the Speech from the Throne. “The Canadian Chamber has consistently advocated a focus on economic growth as a critical mechanism of national unity, one that can only be successful if works for all Canadians in every part of the country. The business community understands…
Read MoreCannabis Regulations Need Alignment with Market Reality
Over a year after recreational cannabis for adult use became legal in Canada, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s National Cannabis Working Group is calling on all levels of government to work with industry to evaluate and update their cannabis legal and regulatory frameworks to ensure Canada realizes the potential long-term economic benefits of this new…
Read More12 Days of Policy Wins
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the entire chamber network works hard all year to ensure that business concerns are heard at all levels of government. In a yearly tradition, the Canadian Chamber looks back at the year and celebrates 12 Days of Policy Wins of 2019. On the first day of policy wins we…
Read MoreFunding Available for Cultural Awareness and Inclusion Initiatives
The Government of Alberta is accepting applications for a new grant program designed to build greater cultural awareness and more inclusive communities. The Multiculturalism, Indigenous and Inclusion Grant revitalizes the Anti-Racism Community Grant to support a broader range of projects. Projects will focus on promoting cross-cultural understanding, celebrating diverse backgrounds and helping Albertans understand the…
Read MoreCity Wants Feedback on Senior Services
The City of Medicine Hat is conducting a consultation around senior services. In August 2016, city staff were directed by City Council to examine alternative operating models, along with associated operating costs, as part of the Seniors Centre Development Project. Throughout the month of December, residents will have several opportunities to share their thoughts, ideas…
Read MoreCity Offers Fixed Rate Option for Ratepayers
The City of Medicine Hat is offering residents a fixed rate option for ratepayers after the elimination of the price cap program for Regulated Rate Option. Introduced in 2017, the rate cap program ensured that Albertans did not pay more than 6.8 cents per kilowatt hour for electricity. When rates were above the capped rate,…
Read MoreNew Member: Advanced Exteriors Inc.
We at Advanced Exteriors Inc. are a fully established business and we build our business on pride;Â we include a 5-year Workmanship Guarantee on everything we do. Using top-notch products with reasonable rates, we can transform your home into something brand new, adding value to your property and creating a more energy-efficient living space for you…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: What’s Your Workforce Vision for 2020?
A new year always presents an opportunity to reflect on the past and set goals for the upcoming months. Even though it will soon be 2020, you may feel planning for the future is anything but clear, but the importance of forecasting and strategizing cannot be overlooked. This is especially true for businesses in our…
Read MoreIs it Time for a Financial Health Check Up?
Does your bank account have a fever? Maybe you should make an appointment to see EBT Chartered Accounts or JMH & Co. to get your FREE financial health!
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