Childcare in Alberta during and after COVID-19: an economic necessity
Dive deeper into the economic benefits of childcare, how the system looks in Alberta today, and the opportunity we have to make improvements that benefit of our families, our children, and our economy.
Business Community Survey: Calgary
We surveyed Calgary businesses to learn more about their experience with COVID-19. Here’s what we learned.
Calgary Chamber supports COVID-19 Community Affordable Housing Advocacy Plan
Plan supports our economy and our community, and aims to grow our economy for all of us.
Infographic: Equalization 101
The cheat sheet on why equalization exists, how it works, and what it has meant for Alberta.
Reflections on Alberta: A Conversation with the Honourable Lois E. Mitchell
As she completed her tenure as the 18th Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Her Honour sat down with us virtually to reflect on the highlights and challenges over the past five years, the road ahead for herself, and to share a few words of wisdom for citizens and entrepreneurs.
Policy 101: Internal Trade in Canada
Trade barriers between the provinces prevent Canadians from enjoying products and experiences offered by their neighbours. See how we got here and why we need to finally secure free trade within Canada.
Dive Deeper: Canada’s Constitution
How Canada’s constitution works, how it can be changed, and the implications for equalization.
Innovation in Calgary: An Interview with Dr. Terry Rock
Dr. Rock was gracious enough to sit down with us (virtually) to discuss the current state of innovation in Calgary.
Dive Deeper: The Gendered Impact of COVID-19
We dive deeper to understand how COVID-19 looks different depending on gender, and the calls to action that advocates say would lead to better solutions for all of us.
Internal trade liberalization as part of economic recovery – it just takes two
Letter from Canadian Global Cities Council to Premier Kenney and Minister Tanya Fir.
Letter to the Prime Minister: Support for Canada’s Municipalities facing severe financial impact of COVID-19
This letter was originally sent on June 10, 2020.
Letter from the Calgary Chamber on CEWS and CECRA
On May 6, 2020, we requested extension and changes to the CEWS and CECRA programs. Both are critical to the re-opening of our economy.
Joint Letter to Premier’s Economic Recovery Council
Calgary and Edmonton Chambers recommend bold action for long-term sustainable jobs
Letter to Minister Morneau: COVID-19 supports and Budget 2020
On April 9, 2020, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce submitted this letter to Finance Minister Bill Morneau on how the federal government can support Albertan and all Canadian businesses weather COVID-19 in advance of Budget 2020.
Letter to City Council: COVID-19 property tax relief for business owners
On April 2, 2020, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce submitted the following letter to Mayor and Council on property tax relief for businesses struggling due to COVID-19.
