Opinion: Alberta’s economic voice is being heard; don’t silence it

There is nothing better to remind Albertans about the importance of staying in Canada than the blockbuster deal announced this week between Halifax-based Emera and Calgary-based ATCO.
REPORT: Calgary Chamber underscores importance of immigration to Alberta’s economy

Alberta’s ability to develop, attract, and retain workers will be an essential part of meeting the province’s future workforce needs and supporting long-term economic growth.
REPORT: Calgary businesses concerned by economic risks of Alberta separation

New polling from Abacus Data, commissioned by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, finds Calgary businesses continue to see significant economic risks associated with Alberta separating from Canada.
Statement: Calgary Chamber welcomes Pacific Link pipeline designation as a project of national interest

The Calgary Chamber welcomes the Government of Canada’s decision to designate Pacific Link as a project of national interest.
Opinion: Alberta’s only firing rockets at its own goal if it starts down the path to separation

Deborah Yedlin examines why Alberta separation could put jobs, investment and economic growth at risk, and why Alberta’s future is stronger within Canada.
Explainer: Alberta’s economic advantage: What separation could risk

Alberta enters the separation debate from a position of considerable strength. Alongside its significant natural resource endowment, the province has a skilled and growing workforce, competitive tax environment, strong investment and access to customers across Canada and around the world.
New report from Calgary Chamber unveils high stakes of Alberta separation

A new report by University of Calgary economist Trevor Tombe, commissioned by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, examines the potential economic implications of Alberta separating from Canada.
Open letter: Alberta’s future is stronger in Canada

Open letter to Albertans on the October 19, 2026, referendum question on Alberta separating from Canada
REPORT: Alberta’s economy highly exposed to trade; separation poses risk of new trade barriers

As Canadian businesses face growing barriers in key international markets, a recent study by Trevor Tombe, Professor of Economics at the University of Calgary, commissioned by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, finds Canada’s internal trade barriers impose significant costs on the national economy – and that Alberta separation would likely exacerbate these barriers.
The Ten Referendum Questions Explained

On October 19, 2026, Albertans will vote on ten referendum questions covering immigration, provincial programs, voting requirements, constitutional reform and Alberta’s relationship with Canada.
Statement: Calgary Chamber welcomes new Building Canada Strong Act

The Calgary Chamber welcomes the tabling of the Building Canada Strong Act, advancing regulatory competitiveness and reliability of labour.
Calgary Chamber looks for Fall Session to promote investment, trade and competitiveness

As the federal government reconvenes for the Fall Session of Parliament, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce is encouraging government to advance the commitments announced through legislation, reducing barriers to investment and ensuring businesses have the conditions they need to compete and grow.
Opinion: Alberta could score big in global investment, if it doesn’t self-sabotage

Canada — and Alberta — were on the global financial stage earlier this week as investors representing $120 trillion in capital gathered in Toronto for a close-up view of the opportunities represented by the 167 projects outlined in the federal deal book.
Statement: Calgary Chamber applauds creation of Canada’s new Productivity Mega Deduction

On behalf of the Calgary business community, the Calgary Chamber welcomes the Government of Canada’s new Productivity Mega Deduction, giving Canada the lowest effective tax rate on new investment in the world.
Release: Calgary Chamber releases recommendations for City Council’s 2027-2030 budget: “Building Calgary’s Future”

The Calgary Chamber is pleased to release Building Calgary’s Future: A Generational Plan for a City of Two Million.