Chamber Voice

On May 27, 2024, Statistics Canada released results for the Canadian Survey on Business Conditions, second quarter 2024. This quarterly survey collects information on businesses' current environment and their expectations for the future.

When I became President and CEO of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce last October my number one priority was to connect with you, the members. Not just by phone or online for a quick chat at an event, but in person for a proper sit-down conversation over a cup of coffee or a delicious lunch at my go-to Vons!

As a former politician, I know all too well government budgets are as much about political calculations as they are about financial ones. The 2024 federal budget was no exception.

Edmonton, Alberta – On April 25, 2024, the Government of Alberta unveiled Bill 20, the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2024. This legislation proposes changes to the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) and Municipal Government Act (MGA).

Edmonton’s business community – as represented by the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, UDI–Metro, NAIOP, and BOMA Edmonton – are deeply concerned about the proposed tax increases of 8.7% in 2024, 7.0% in 2025, and 6.4% in 2026, as outlined in the April 23, 2024, Financial and Corporate Services report FCS02361.

OTTAWA, ON – Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, tabled the 2024 Federal Budget in the House of Commons titled Fairness for Every Generation. The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC), the official voice of the Edmonton business community

EDMONTON, AB – Today, the President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Nate Horner tabled the 2024 Alberta provincial budget in the Alberta Legislature titled A Responsible Plan for a Growing Province. The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce (ECC), the official voice of the Edmonton business community, is feeling optimistic about the investments outlined in Budget 2024 to build an Edmonton where business can flourish and where Edmontonian’s can thrive.

EDMONTON, AB – The Calgary and Edmonton Chambers of Commerce jointly call on the provincial government to discuss the viability of a federal pharmacare plan in Alberta. With the ongoing labour shortage and need to attract talent, and the cost to employers for providing health-related benefits

The Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) program has ended – but for many business owners the CEBA headaches remain. So, I’d like to take this opportunity to update our members on what’s going on with CEBA.

By many measurements, Edmonton is set to have a good year. Inflation is easing, migration to the city is up, and the city’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is expected to grow by about 2 per cent. Of course, it’s all relative.