Why Alberta’s labour shortages may be more about hiring strategy than labour supply
Alberta has talent. Are we doing enough to recognize it?
In a new blog submitted by Prospect Human Services, CEO Kevin McNichol explores how employers can rethink hiring, look beyond traditional qualifications and recognize the potential that’s already here.
From Back Burner to Business Impact: How Calgary Businesses Are Moving Projects Forward with SAIT Students
What’s been sitting on the back burner at your business?
Maybe it’s a project you haven’t had the capacity to take on, a new idea to explore or an opportunity that could use a fresh perspective.
Work-integrated learning can help turn those ideas into action by connecting businesses with SAIT students who bring fresh skills, knowledge and perspectives to real-world projects.
In this blog submitted by SAIT, discover how work-integrated learning can help move important projects forward while building connections with emerging talent.
How Calgary companies can make office catering work for different dietary needs
Different dietary needs don’t have to make office catering complicated. In this practical guide, Ravi Sekhon, Owner of Freshii Sundance, shares tips for Calgary companies looking to make workplace meals more flexible, organized and easier for everyone to navigate. From collecting dietary needs privately to choosing the right catering format and clearly labelling meals, a little planning can go a long way.
Building Cyber Resilience
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT priority. It’s a business priority that impacts resilience, customer trust and long-term growth.
In this blog submitted by Fortinet, read more about the business drivers shaping today’s cybersecurity conversations, the importance of cyber resilience and how organizations can build security into their people, processes and technology from the start.
Welcoming our June 2026 Members
We would like to welcome and introduce members that joined the Calgary Chamber in the month of June. These companies are now part of Calgary’s vibrant business community and, as our newest members, they are ready to create impact and shape the future of our city, together.
Calgary Innovation Is Helping Transform Child Health
Calgary’s business community has always been known for big ideas, bold leadership and stepping up when it matters most. At the Alberta Children’s Hospital, that spirit is helping fuel made-in-Calgary innovation that is transforming care for kids and families.
For Nash, that innovation helped save his life. When he was rushed to the hospital at just 12 days old, specialists used bedside ultrasound to quickly understand what was happening with his heart and guide the urgent care he needed in a life-threatening moment.
Today, donor-funded tools and programs like KidSONO are giving care teams faster answers, supporting gentler care and helping train pediatric specialists across Canada — proving that what starts here in Calgary can improve child health far beyond our city.
2025 Air Canada Community Champion Award winner: Milk Jar Candle Co.
Spending nearly a decade building a business rooted in inclusion, creativity and community impact, Milk Jar Candle Co. was presented with the Air Canada Community Champion Award at the 2025 Calgary Small Business Awards. Read more about how founder Holly Singer turned a passion for candle making into a company creating meaningful change in Calgary and beyond.
What Calgary’s Innovators Need to Know About Canada’s Biggest SR&ED Update in a Decade
The 2026 SR&ED Enhancements are now law. In this blog submitted by Boast AI, learn more about what’s changed, what it means for Alberta businesses and how to make sure you’re not leaving money on the table.
2025 Krux Analytics Inc. People’s Choice Award winner: Clear Nordic Spa
Clear Nordic Spa is creating space for stillness, mindfulness, and connection in Calgary after earning the Krux Analytics Inc. People’s Choice Award at the 2025 Calgary Small Business Awards. Read more about how founder Bryce Weeks built an award-winning wellness community rooted in intentional experiences and meaningful connection
Alberta Separatism: Economic and business perspectives
Research on how Alberta separation could affect investment, trade, jobs, and business confidence, based on surveys and economic analysis.
2025 CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award winner: Women in Need Society (WINS)
Through retail-based programs, community partnerships and innovative initiatives, hear from WINS President and CEO Karen Ramchuk as she shares how they continue to redefine support for women and families in Calgary.
2025 ATB Financial Indigenous Entrepreneurship winner: Tawaw Architecture Collective
After winning the ATB Financial Indigenous Entrepreneurship Award at the 2025 Calgary Small Business Awards, Tawaw Architecture Collective continues to shape meaningful spaces rooted in culture, community and storytelling. Hear more as Founder and Principal Wanda Dalla Costa reflects on the firm’s journey and why authenticity matters when applying for this year’s awards.
2025 Bow Valley College Innovation Award winner: TCG Machines
From a single idea sparked by a trading card collection to an internationally growing Calgary tech company, TCG Machines now has machines operating in more than 20 countries. Read more about how founder Graeme Gordon built a company from a lifelong passion for trading cards and engineering.
Calgary Chamber Celebrates 2026 AGM Award Recipients
Every year, the Calgary Chamber’s Annual General Meeting provides an opportunity to reflect on the people whose leadership, expertise and commitment help strengthen our organization and the broader business community.
The Calgary Chamber is proud to recognize the recipients of the 2026 AGM Awards: Rick Andison, Gabriela Gonzalez and Amber Griffith. Through their professional accomplishments, volunteer leadership and dedication to advancing Calgary’s business ecosystem, each has made a meaningful impact on our Chamber and the city we serve.
The Story That Got You Here May Not Get You There
As businesses grow, their operations often evolve faster than the stories that define them. This article explores why a clear, updated brand narrative is essential for sustainable growth, especially in competitive markets like Calgary. From outdated messaging to disconnected customer experiences, it highlights how businesses can create stronger alignment between who they are today and how they are perceived in the market.
