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Agri-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…
Reminder: 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
New 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…
Provincial Government Releases Quarter 1 Financial Report
The provincial government released its Quarter 1 Financial Report on Tuesday, August 27. The report compares the first three months of 2019-20 to the first three months of 2018-19. Revenue compared to the same quarter last year remained the same. Read the press release from the government for their analysis of the report. The government did not…
Register Now for Free Online Training on Employment Standards!
Effective September 1, employers and employees will be able to agree to straight-time banked overtime hours agreements. Flexible Averaging Agreements are being repealed, as straight-time overtime agreements mean they are no longer needed. Also effective September 1, changes to general holiday pay will take effect, including a return to a qualifying period of 30 days…
Provincial Government Reacts to Proclamation of Bill C-69
Bill C-69 An Act to enact the Impact Assessment Act received Royal Assent in June and was proclaimed into law on August 28. This marks the final legislative step in a very contentious journey for this bill. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce spent many months attempting to work with government to fix the legislation’s flaws…
$10 Million Available for SMEs in the Low Carbon Economy Challenge
The Low Carbon Economy Challenge is part of the Low Carbon Economy Fund. It leverages Canadian ingenuity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and generate clean growth in support of Canada’s clean growth and climate action plan (the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change). A second intake is now open for small and medium…
New Member: Grover Dental
At Grover Dental, we recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented dental team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding dental experience every time you visit our practice. We provide a variety…
Business Beat: Selling Medicine Hat to the World
Foreign direct investment to Canada rose 5% in 2018, to $877 billion. This was the largest increase in four years, with most of it originating from North America and Europe. Measurable growth took place in chemical and food manufacturing, as well as wholesale trade and agriculture, forestry and fishing. A good percentage of that foreign…
New Member: Dr. John Jeffery MD. Laser & Aesthetic Centre
At Dr. John Jeffery MD. Laser & Aesthetic Centre we offer women’s health care and rejuvenation, warm sculpting, cosmetic skin treatments, injections of Botox and fillers and the best skin care products and peels on the market.