Statement: Calgary Chamber pleased with canola tariff reduction, energy MOU with China
We applaud Canada’s agreement with China to significantly reduce canola seed tariffs and welcome the MOU on economic cooperation signed to increase energy exports.
Release: Business optimism falls despite eased labour and supply chain concerns
While Calgary businesses are reporting fewer operational pressures related to labour and supply chains in Q4, overall confidence in the future continues to decline heading into the new year.
Statement: Calgary Chamber supports Council’s fiscal prudence; concerned by tax shift reversal
With the mid-cycle budget adjustments approved, we commend City Council for its commitment to fiscal prudence. However, we are concerned about Council’s decision to reverse the proposed one per cent tax shift, increasing the share of the burden placed on businesses.
Statement: Calgary businesses commend Ottawa-Alberta MOU
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce welcomes the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Alberta and the federal government. This agreement comes at a pivotal moment, recognizing Alberta’s – and the energy sector’s – essential role in unlocking national economic growth that will realize our ambition to be an energy superpower.
Release: 81% of Albertans back Ottawa’s push to build Canada
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce has released Infrastructure in Waiting: Building Canada for a Prosperous Future – a new report featuring 62 recommendations for the federal government to ensure Canada can build beyond the major projects list, turning infrastructure in waiting into infrastructure in action.
Release: Business optimism declines, lowest level in two years
New data reveals that businesses in Calgary are facing mounting economic challenges, with 24 per cent of Calgary businesses feeling pessimistic about the future – the highest level since Q4 2023.
Release: Calgary Chamber encouraged by economic focus & regulatory changes in Budget 2025; concerned by mounting deficit
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is pleased to see Budget 2025 reflect a focus on key economic priorities – all with the goal of enhancing Canada’s competitiveness.
Statement: Calgary Chamber congratulates new Mayor & Council
On behalf of Calgary’s business community, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce extends its congratulations to Mr. Jeromy Farkas and the 14 Councillors being sworn in today as Calgary’s next Mayor and City Council.
Statement: Calgary Chamber encouraged by Throne Speech focus on diversification, fiscal prudence & quality of life measures
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is encouraged by the Government of Alberta’s Speech from the Throne, outlining priorities of fiscal prudence, diversification and investing in quality of life.
Release: Calgary Chamber releases ‘Small Business, Big Impact’
To mark Small Business Week, the Calgary Chamber releases Small Business, Big Impact – a policy framework with 18 recommendations for all levels of government to foster innovation, attract investment and strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of small businesses in a changing economy.
Report: Small Business, Big Impact
Policy Solutions to Support Small Business Success Background Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and our communities. They drive employment and prosperity across our city, province and country, and make […]
Release: 48% of businesses call for increased public transit investment
Ahead of Calgary’s municipal election, businesses are calling for strategic investment in both physical and digital infrastructure – including public transit, roads and supply chains – to support a more connected economy.
Release: Vibrancy & infrastructure top priorities for Calgary businesses
As Calgary approaches the upcoming municipal election, vibrancy has emerged as a top concern for the business community – 36 per cent of businesses identify housing affordability as their top priority, followed closely by downtown revitalization at 30 per cent.
Statement: Calgary Chamber welcomes Alberta’s leadership on pipeline proposal; calls for federal action
The Calgary Chamber welcomes the Government of Alberta’s announcement to act as the proponent for a new pipeline to the B.C. coast and calls on the federal government to act urgently on regulatory reform to enable a path to increasing production.
Release: 74% of businesses believe the City is not doing enough to address public safety
Community safety and well-being have emerged as top priorities for Calgary’s business community ahead of the upcoming municipal election, with 50 per cent of businesses identifying it as their primary concern.
