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Business growth a top priority for Calgarians, survey shows
Economy weighing heavily on the minds of local business community
2019-2022 City of Calgary budget summary
The “One Calgary Plan” outlines the spending and revenue direction taken by the City on everything as broad as economic diversification to as narrow as specific user fees.
Submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade
Canada ranks among the best places in the world to start a business, but the same businesses face significant issues when looking to scale up.
International competitiveness, cannabis, trade deals, tariffs, and taxes; looking back on 2018
The Calgary Chamber’s efforts have driven business friendly policies forward, helped lower taxes, removed red tape, kept government spending in check, and made sure Calgary remains a great place to do business. As we prepare for 2019, let’s look back at some of the major policy issues of 2018.
Expanding market access in the Asia-Pacific: What you need to know about Canada’s newest trade deal
For our businesses to succeed, Canada must continue to trade with the world and encourage investors to set up shop in our communities.
2018 property tax relief: A big win for your business
Significant support for Calgary business was announced on March 19, 2018 as City Council approved property tax relief for businesses facing increases due to the re-distributive effect of the 2018 assessment process.
U.S. tax reform: What your business needs to know about its impact on the Canadian economy
Here is what your business needs to know about the largest U.S. tax reform in several decades, and how our policymakers should respond.
Taking steps towards internal free trade: The Canadian Free Trade Agreement
As a city with a relatively small market, many businesses must sell outside of Calgary and Alberta to be successful.
150 years later, the Constitution may finally allow for free trade within Canada
Could a Supreme Court decision alter the nature of trade within Canada? Read this blog from the Chamber's Economic Policy Analyst, Franco Terrazzano, to find out.
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