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$2.5M Raised Through Support Our Troops
The province launched its Support Our Troops program in 2014 and Albertans have responded strongly – purchasing nearly 45,000 plates since then. This public support has resulted in almost $2.5 million raised for Support Our Troops. The Canadian Armed Forces official charitable cause is operated by Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services. Support Our Troops…
Ag and Food Sector: Top 3 Disruptors
Climate change, protectionism and automation are three forces Bloomberg identifies as major disruptors to the global economic outlook. They’re also among the biggest trends for Canadian agri-food supply chains to watch in 2020. With the potential to both promote and inhibit growth, these forces will shift the profitability of Canadian businesses. Climate change and protectionism shift ag…
How is Your Cyber Hygiene?
Although being on top of the latest trends in cyber security is incredibly beneficial, cyber threats come in many different, often unpredictable forms. Even with the most up-to-date cyber security protection and practices, an attacker only needs to find a single vulnerability to exploit and gain access to sensitive data. As such, it is important…
Alberta Farm Animal Care Awards Nominations Now Open!
The Alberta Farm Animal Care Awards of Distinction were initiated in 2001 to recognize individuals or groups who have made exceptional contributions in the field of livestock welfare. They apply new, innovative ideas and management practices to improve and ensure high standards of animal well being. They understand the public’s need for assurance that farm…
MLA’s Returning to Legislature on Feb. 25
Alberta’s MLAs will return to the Legislature for a Speech from the Throne which will outline the government’s legislative agenda for the year ahead. We will be watching to see what the government lays out as their priorities and will ensure that we advocate for on the policies that have been brought forward by our…
Have Your Say: Budget Consultation 2020
The provincial government is budget consultations to hear from Albertans for the Budget 2020. Join Finance Minister Travis Toews on a telephone town hall to share your thoughts on how to get Alberta’s finance back on track. Northern Alberta (north of Red Deer) – Monday, January 27 from 6:30 to 8 pm Southern Alberta (including…
5 Minutes for Business: Economic Rewind – A Decade in Review
Are you ready to rewind to the start of 2010? A time where your radio boasted the Black Eyed Peas and boot cut jeans were fashionable. While this may sound like a dystopian past, it really wasn’t. The start of this decade was actually a sign of hope for Canadians as we weathered the financial…
Participate in a Research Study about Entrepreneur Well-Being
The University of Calgary is conducting a research project on work-life wellness for Alberta-based entrepreneurs who work primarily from a home office or coworking centre. This is a voluntary five-minute, anonymous survey. Participants will have the option to receive a $20 Amazon gift card or donate $20 to a charity of their choice from a list…