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Canada’s entrepreneurial decline threatens innovation and growth
Canada has 100,000 fewer entrepreneurs today than 20 years ago. More business starts mean more competition – and more innovation, greater choice and lower costs for consumers, rising wages and steady growth. The Calgary Chamber calls for bold federal action as fewer entrepreneurs, lagging tech adoption and low competition hold Canada back.
Calgary Chamber of Commerce and Bow Valley College partner to offer exclusive tuition discounts for education
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Bow Valley College to offer exclusive tuition discounts to its members and their dependents. The partnership aims to enhance professional development opportunities, supporting Calgary’s business community by making education more accessible and affordable.
REPORT: Business concerns over supply chains surge 168% as trade pressures mount
Canada's economy depends on trade, but strained supply chains, outdated infrastructure, and over-reliance on the U.S. pose significant risks.
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Alberta group pushes feds for strategic CUSMA reforms
With the 2026 review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) on the horizon, a first-of-its-kind consortium of Alberta organizations is pushing for strategic reforms to secure North America’s competitive edge.
Post Event | A conversation with Naheed Nenshi, Leader of the Alberta NDP
On September 17, the Calgary Chamber hosted Mr. Naheed Nenshi for his first keynote address as leader of the Alberta NDP, and a fireside chat with Calgary Chamber President & CEO Deborah Yedlin discussing Mr. Nenshi’s vision for Alberta’s future the role of government in supporting the business community.
Post Event | National Indigenous Peoples Day Engagement Forum
On June 26, the Calgary Chamber hosted an insightful Engagement Forum honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day. The event, sponsored by Pathways Alliance, opened an important dialogue on truth, economic reconciliation and tangible ways businesses and individuals can be an ally and incorporate the practice of reconciliation in the workplace.
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