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12 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…
Funding 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…
City 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…
City 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,…
New 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…
Business 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…
Is 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!
5 Minutes for Business: Sluggish Growth – The New Normal for Canada
Canada’s economy is shifting into a lower gear. It’s losing steam as our growth engines sputter in the face of global uncertainty and competitive challenges. So, what is in store for our economy as we head into a new year and new decade? Find out in this month’s 5 Minutes for Business where we take…
Province Implements Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance
The province is implementing the accelerated capital cost allowance enhancements adopted by the federal government. This change allows companies to write off 100 per cent of investments in manufacturing and clean energy equipment in the first year, as opposed to the previous rate of 25 per cent. For other types of capital investments, this enhancement…
New Tools Available for Alberta Consumers
New tools have been added by the provincial government to provide consumers protection. A Business Enforcement Search Tool allows consumers access to the history of enforcement against a business. Consumer Alert Programs issues proactive warnings about dishonest businesses and a Report a Rip-off Tip Line is an anonymous line that allows consumers and businesses to…