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Canadian Chamber Releases Joint Statement on Brexit
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce signed a joint statement with counterpart associations in the U.S., Australia, Japan and other countries to voice business concerns regarding a no-deal Brexit. These organizations which represent over four million businesses urge the UK and the EU to reach an agreement that includes a meaningful transition period and to swiftly…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: A Regulatory Report Card for Government
With our children now returning to school, we tend to focus on goals we want them to achieve and we wait with bated breath for the report card to see if they are meeting certain standards and achieving their goals. Serving as a communication tool, along with consultations held with our educators, report cards are…
Read MoreHow Agri-Tech is Shaping Farming in Alberta
In a business with the tightest of margins and astronomical land and equipment costs, wasting money is not an option and since the advent of computer technology, farmers have been employing new solutions to solve age-old problems. Read about one Alberta farmer who has embraced science and technology to manage and run her farm here. Source: https://www.albertaventure.com/how-agri-tech-is-shaping-farming-in-alberta/2/2826?utm_source=Alberta…
Read MoreMacKinnon Panel on Alberta’s Finances Releases Findings
The MacKinnon Panel released it’s findings on Tuesday, September 3rd. This panel was formed this past spring and was tasked with reporting on the government’s fiscal outlook; department and agency expenditures trends and cost drivers; a plan to balance the budget by 2022-23, without raising taxes; a new fiscal framework that requires future balanced budgets and a…
Read MoreAre You a Tourism Entrepreneur? Consider Registering in a Free One-Day Seminar
The Tourism Entrepreneurship Startup Seminar is a free workshop for entrepreneurs who want to build a tourism business or are new to the industry and want to strengthen their skills. The seminars cover topics such as seasonal demand, financing and marketing. The workshops also give participants an opportunity to build networks and meet business specialists. Seven…
Read MoreJustice Minister Collecting Feedback on ‘Talking Rural Crime’ Tour
Justice Minister Doug Schweitzer is embarking on a tour of the province looking for input from individual residents, business owners, rural crime watch groups and local officials to hear about their concerns. The Minister will be holding meetings in both rural and urban municipalities. The tour is expected to be in Medicine Hat on September…
Read MoreFarmCash Opens Fall Online Applications
Over the Labour Day long weekend, the FarmCash cash advance program opened the 2019 fall application period. As of September 1, Alberta producers can apply online through FarmCash for a fall advance on over 50 agricultural commodities. FarmCash is offered through the Advance Payments Program of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC). The FarmCash fall application…
Read MoreAgri-Risk Initiatives Program Now Accepting Applications
The Agri-Risk Program, which was renewed under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, supports the development of new risk management tools for the agriculture sector. It will prioritize proposals involving new financial tools allowing agricultural producers to manage a defined business risk. In addition, for minor and emerging agricultural sectors, support will be available for the development of…
Read MoreReminder: Nominations Closing for Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards on Sept. 20
Nominations for the 2019 Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards are now open and will be accepted until September 20, 2019. These awards recognize extraordinary Albertans whose volunteer efforts have contributed to the well-being of their community and community members. Visit the awards website for more information on the nomination process. Source: https://www.alberta.ca/stars-alberta-volunteer-awards.aspx
Read MoreNew Member: Carl’s Jr.
Founded in Los Angeles in 1941 by Carl Karcher, a legend in the restaurant industry, over the past 75+ years Carl’s Jr. has become an iconic California burger QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) serving affordable, classic American fare. Nearing 4,000 total restaurants globally, we are a leader in franchising operating in 43 countries and growing. In Canada we…
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