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New Member: Canadian Humanitarian
Canadian Humanitarian works to relieve poverty in Ethiopia and Malawi through innovative education support programs for children and youth. Our goal: to end poverty in one generation!
What are your Business Priorities? Take our Survey and Let Us Know!
Her Honour, the Honourable Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell delivered the speech from the throne outlining the provincial government’s priorities on May 22nd. The speech focused on three core areas: Getting our fiscal house in order, Standing up for Alberta, and Making life better for Albertans. The chamber network outlined our priorities in our Vote Prosperity platform during the…
Provincial Government Announces Bill 1 – An Act to Repeal the Carbon Tax
The provincial government tabled Bill 1 – An Act to Repeal the Carbon Tax on May 22nd. If passed, Bill 1 would repeal the Climate Leadership Act effective on May 30, 2019 and end the rebates associated with the Climate Leadership Act. The Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation (CCIR) would still continue to apply to large emitters. In…
Alberta Legislature United in Opposition Against Bills C-48 and C-69
The chamber network was pleased to see all political parties in the provincial legislature support a motion in challenging federal bills C-48, the moratorium on tanker traffic off British Columbia’s north coast, and C-69, altering how environment assessments on energy projects are conducted, on May 23rd. As part of the lead up to the federal…
Celebrate Medicine Hat & District During Tourism Week: May 26 – June 2
Alberta’s growing tourism industry is a major contributor to our economy. In 2016, nearly 35 million visitors spent about $8.5 billion in Alberta to generate more than a billion dollars revenue for our province. During Tourism Week we encourage you to take some time and discover all the great sights in our region! Want some…
New Member: Scotiabank – Downtown Branch
Our Scotiabank branch has been in the heart of downtown since 1952. We have a knowledgeable and experienced team of Financial and Service Advisors, committed to helping you achieve your financial goals. We provide valuable insight, relevant advice and appropriate solutions tailored to individual and small business needs. We enjoy being involved in our local community through…
Business Beat: Three Days Could Change Your Business
Having worked with a variety of business owners in southeastern Alberta for more than a decade now, I feel very fortunate to have met many who are the best at what they do. From an engineer who sold one of her first sports technologies to Nike, to others who made a name for themselves selling…
Commercial Property Owners Make Sure to Submit Your ARFI Forms by July 2,2019
Owners of commercial properties need to submit their Assessment Request for Information Forms to the City of Medicine Hat Assessment Department by July 2, 2019. In order to prepare an estimated value of your property an Assessor needs to know about the physical characteristics and condition of each property. Providing this information is important, as…
New Member: Redcliff Bakery & Eatery
The Redcliff Bakery has been apart of the local community for over the last 25 years. It’s been well known for its bread, donuts, cinnamon buns, and other products.
Senate Committee on Transport and Communications Defeat Bill C-48
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce appeared before Standing Committee on Transport and Communications on April 10, 2019. Aaron Henry, Director, Natural Resources and Environmental Policy, presented at length to the committee and emphasized that the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the chamber network has long supported responsible development of our natural resources and that development…