Read the latest media statements and releases from the Calgary Chamber.
Skills gap continues to impede economic productivity & competitiveness
Solving Canada’s productivity problem requires smart investments in our workforce, including upskilling, credential recognition, inclusive employment and immigration reform. The result? Stronger productivity, more resilient businesses and better outcomes for workers. Read more for our recommendations.
Keyera & Calgary Chamber invest in Indigenous economic inclusion through new partnership
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is honoured to announce a new partnership with Keyera as the organization joins as the Chamber’s Truth and Reconciliation Pillar Partner. This transformative and purpose-driven partnership will help advance opportunities for Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses and foster economic reconciliation across the business community.
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Canada's economy depends on trade, but strained supply chains, outdated infrastructure, and over-reliance on the U.S. pose significant risks.
REPORT: 78% of Canadians concerned by lagging economic productivity
Driving Canada’s growth and competitiveness requires modernized regulations, streamlined policies, and reduced red tape to boost productivity and attract investment.
Calgary businesses brace for impact: survey reveals deep concerns over U.S. tariffs
A recent survey shared with our members revealed 85% of members expect a significant impact on their operations due to tariffs driven by reduced consumer confidence and demand poor economic conditions.
RBC joins Calgary Chamber as Inclusion Pillar Partner
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce welcomes RBC as its 2025 Inclusion Pillar Partner. Through this partnership, RBC demonstrates its strong commitment to fostering inclusion and advancing women’s initiatives across our community.
PBO reports makes it clear: Emissions cap will hurt Canadian jobs, industry and the economy
The Parliamentary Budget Office report released today makes it clear that the federal government’s proposed oil and gas emissions cap will have severe economic consequences. Read our full statement.
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