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Teck’s withdrawal of Frontier project is a clear signal that we need real, decisive action on climate change. The success of our businesses, the well-being of our families, and strength as a country all depend on it. #ableg #cdnpoli Full statement: bit.ly/37P89OM
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"Calgary is important. What happens in this city matters. It matters to Alberta, and it matters to Canada" says @JustinTrudeau
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Thank you @RachelNotley for being a champion of our province, our energy industry, pipelines, the environment and of course the @calstampeders!
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Equalization payments 101: They are not payments made between provinces. “Have” provinces do not directly transfer anything to the “have not” provinces. Learn more about Equalization in our latest deep dive blog: calgarychamber.com/resources… #cdnpoli #PodiumofRecord
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“A good leader needs to be a good listener. You’re not gaining a lot by always being the voice. A good leader has a notebook in their pocket, and is listening to their employees and customers, writing it all down as they go” says @richardbranson #EDU2018
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Closing remarks from @JyotiGondek: "the next four years will require a steady hand and a leader that can build a team. I will lead with optimism."
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We are thrilled to announce that Deborah Yedlin (@ddyedlin) will lead the Calgary Chamber as President & CEO, effective July 5. Thank you to Murray Sigler, interim CEO, for his steady and thoughtful leadership. #yycbiz calgarychamber.com/ceoannoun…
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This morning @WestJet announced non-stop flights to Paris, London, and Dublin from #yyc on their new 787 Dreamliner planes. These international destinations will inspire and connect businesses both locally and globally. #itsgrowtimeyyc
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We are excited to announce our new President & CEO, Dr. Sandip Lalli. With a wealth of global knowledge and a fresh perspective, she will help us grow and evolve in our mission to make #yyc the best place to live, work and grow a business.
▶Read more: calgarychamber.com/wp-conten…
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We are extremely disappointed that the Senate has voted not to accept the recommendation of the Transportation and Communications Committee to reject Bill C-48. This Bill unfairly targets Alberta and will cause significant damage to the Canadian economy if it becomes law. #C48
Vote result on the seventeenth report of the Standing Senate Committee on Transport and Communications, Bill #C48: Yeas: 38 Nays: 53 Abstentions: 1 ow.ly/aR4K50uywqo #SenCA #cdnpoli
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Support for post-secondary institutions: @RachelNotley criticizes the 'hollowing out' of post-secondary, emphasizing importance of educating and attracting young people, retraining existing workforce and being more adept at partnering with private sector to build applied skills.
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The time to agree on childcare is now.
Quality childcare is an investment in the next generation of talent and inclusive economic growth.
Our letter to Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau and Premier @jkenney: ⤵️ #ableg #cdnpoli calgarychamber.com/letter-tr…
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Pleased to see our provincial government take a strong stance on climate leadership today. Important for business. #abclimate @YourAlberta
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Join us on July 3, for a Conversation with Vivian Krause, @FairQuestions. Vivian will share insights into what she predicts for the future of Canada's energy industry. calgarychamber.com/event/con…
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Calgary is extraordinary. A city of entrepreneurs, scientists, and dreamers with a spirit like nowhere else on earth. Today we launch a renewed commitment to grow. Join us. #itsgrowtime
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Great insights from @BradWall306 and @WBrettWilson today around the long term health of the economy, national unity, energy and what’s next for Canada.
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Congrats Cole from @RossoCoffeeCo on being named top barista in Canada! cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/c…
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Official opposition leader @RachelNotley will be speaking to #YYC's business community in January, focusing on her strategy for diversifying the economy and building a strong recovery.
Join us for this dynamic and timely conversation. tockify.com/calgarychamber/d…
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Join us on Dec 15 as Hon. @RachelNotley delivers a keynote address to the Calgary business community on her vision for an inclusive and prosperous economy. A fireside chat with Chamber CEO @ddyedlin will follow Hon. Notley’s keynote.
Secure your seats: tockify.com/calgarychamber/d…
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Canada can be a leader in the production of natural resources and address global climate change. Today we are starting a conversation about the holistic benefits and positive impact our natural resources have on all Canadians. #OurNaturalResources ournaturalresources.ca
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Drum roll please…the 2017 #SBWYYC People's Choice Award goes to…@ToolShedBeer! Congratulations to you and your awesome team!
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Hosted by @CalgaryChamber, @RachelNotley speaks virtually to #YYCBiz about her vision for Alberta's economic future.
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“The work of change can be slow. It’s our job to keep pushing forward, even when things are pushing back against us” says @MichelleObama
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“If we can keep the bid financially modest and the vision bold, then the international platform the Games offers can grow commerce, bolster deal flow" says @SandipLalli in regards to the #Calgary2026 Olympic bid globalnews.ca/news/4619672/c…
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With a new #YYCCC and mayor-elect @JyotiGondek sworn in later today, we share our thanks with @nenshi for his years of service and leadership in #YYC: #ABLeg
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Removing internal trade barriers across Canada could help our economy grow by as much as 4%. We are encouraged to see the @YourAlberta adopt one of our platform recommendations & take a leadership role in removing barriers to trade. #ableg #abpoli @jkenney alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=6…
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Today we're happy to announce a 45M property tax relief program for YYC businesses with City Council and Calgary Econ Development #yyccc
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Wow, what an event. On behalf of #yyc, thank you @MichelleObama for your inspiring words on the importance of resilience, persistence, inclusion, and above all, positivity.
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Next week, Leader of the Opposition, @RachelNotley, will be speaking to #YYC's business community, focusing on her strategy for diversifying the economy and building a strong recovery.
Join us for this dynamic and timely conversation.
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We are excited to announce an inspirational evening with the former First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama. Early bird tickets for Chamber Members go on sale tomorrow at 9:00 am. calgarychamber.com/interact/…
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Wanted: Teams of 3 or 4 people to spend 2 hours reading to kids on Wednesday. ow.ly/VruA6 @GivetoGrowYYC
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ICYMI we won gold at the @CdnChamberofCom Comp for work in delivering value to #CCmembers in the digital age. Thank you for all the support!
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Couldn't let our Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau leave without outfitting him in the proper attire! #goflames
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The countdown is on: Join us April 5 as we connect industry leaders, government, and sector experts for future-focused conversations on Canadian agriculture.
Get your ticket: tockify.com/calgarychamber/d…
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The Chamber has an awesome new Director of Policy, Research and Government Relations. Meet Zoe Addington!
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Thank you @AndrewScheer for answering our questions and sharing your insights on free trade, pipelines, taxes, and beer.
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Today is also a special day for us here at the Chamber, it is our President and CEO @awlegge last event before he moves on from the Chamber. Thank you for all the hard work you have done over the past 7 years to move us forward, to become more successful.
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Business meets #FightClub at @UNDRCARD These are the people who fight every day for our economy.
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Today the Chamber's Indigenous Opportunities Committee was proud to attend the permanent raising of the Treaty 7 flag at City Hall
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Calgary businesses: we all know it's snowing. A LOT.
We hear from partners that the snow is likely to continue into tomorrow and 35-40cms of snow will accumulate.
This could be a good time to communicate with your staff, and consider having some work remotely if they can.
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Today, we're hosting the Hon. @RachelNotley for an insightful conversation leading into 2023, followed by a fireside chat with Calgary Chamber CEO @ddyedlin. We'll be live-tweeting some highlights, so stay tuned. #yycbusiness
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“We want to force engineering breakthroughs” – @roborace CEO @LucasdiGrassi sharing what’s under the hood when it comes to advancing AI, AR, and open source autonomous tech. #EDU2018
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The #TransMountainPipeline Project is demonstrably positive for Canada from an economic, social, and environmental perspective. For business in #yyc and Canada, today's announcement is good news, in a sticky situation.
Read our full statement: calgarychamber.com/TMXdeal
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On November 19th, Her Worship, @JyotiGondek, newly elected Mayor of Calgary, will address the business community and share her vision for a thriving, prosperous and inclusive Calgary.
#abpoli #yyccc
Don't miss this in-person conversation: tockify.com/calgarychamber/d…
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Today we are kicking off the first annual Natural Resources Summit with our CGCC partners. This is an important conversation about Canada being a leader in natural resource development AND fighting global climate change at the same time. #OurNaturalResources
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“The biggest barrier to innovation? Businesses have an execution engine but they don’t have an innovation engine” says @johnvardalos “We have to be willing to experiment and try things.” #ONWARDYYC
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A strong advocate for Canada's energy industry, @FairQuestions will be speaking to a Chamber audience on July 3. Join us for this important conversation. calgarychamber.com/event/con…
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.@AndrewScheer will be here May 4 sharing his vision for the next generation of Canadians. Get your tickets today: calgarychamber.com/event/con…
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For their passion & global approach to growing a local business, congrats to the 2017 ATB Small Business of the Year winner @RossoCoffeeCo!
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This Friday, join us in welcoming newly elected Mayor of Calgary, @JyotiGondek, where she will address the business community and share her vision for a thriving, prosperous and inclusive Calgary. #abpoli #yyccc
Don't miss this in-person conversation: tockify.com/calgarychamber/d…
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The coffee is on and we are about to kick Canada’s Agriculture Summit. Follow along as we share insights throughout the day. A big thank you to @Bayer4CropsCA for supporting this event. #OurNaturalResources
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The #yyc business community has lost an icon. A man who knew that strong business equals a strong community. Many leaders are better for knowing and working with Clay. Thank you, Mr. Clay Riddell, for always paying it forward and bettering those around you. You will be missed.
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#ABbudget 2017 was just tabled. Our verdict? Hope is not a strategy. Read our full statement here: calgarychamber.com/sites/def…
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"If we don't create wealth, there will be no wealth to distribute. Must find balance of economic growth & enviro stewardship" @jimcarr_wpg
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There are no words to describe how delightful this Q&A is. Lots of laughs, many ovations—@MichelleObama is winning the hearts of #yyc right now.
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“We need to stop talking in stats and percentages and relate policy to people, family and jobs” @BradWall306
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Rapid fire questions from @WBrettWilson now, Trudeau, cannabis, global trade, and climate change are all topics of discussion.
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From @JyotiGondek: "We could have a feminist economy. 30% of our tech firms are run by women. if we actually invested in women, we could add $150 million in GDP growth."
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[RELEASE] We are thrilled to announce our 2019 Board of Directors. @DesireeBombenon of @SureCallInc has been re-elected and we are welcoming for the first time @LaraLMurphy of @ryanmurphyinc to the Chamber board. #itsgrowtimeyyc calgarychamber.com/wp-conten…
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We are pleased to have Mayor-elect @JyotiGondek with us to offer some welcome remarks: "You are the heart and soul of our community. You deserve to be celebrated and supported. You know how to get things done." #SBWYYC #SBW2021 #YYCCC
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We brought some @FiascoGelato for @RachelNotley, @BMasonNDP, @DavidEggenAB et al to break the ice ;) #ABPoli
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Congratulations to @LaraLMurphy, @jamesboettcher, and Vincent Fung of @DebianIT for being honoured with the @BusInCalgary Leaders Award last night. #ItsGrowTimeYYC
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Join us in welcoming Alberta NDP Leader @RachelNotley, where she will speak clearly and candidly about her vision for Alberta's economic future, and the strong role Calgary will play in defining its success.
Reserve your (virtual) seat today:
ow.ly/W6Ai50Hx19i
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We are here with @RachelNotley, @joececiyyc and @calgaryeconomic talking about #CalgaryStampede, the #yyc economy and #abpoli read the full statement here calgarychamber.com/wp-conten…
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#OnwardYYC starting the afternoon with a little surprise and delight element: duelling cellos! WOW
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"If you think something is going on with a family member or friend, ask, dont overlook the symptoms" @KellyHrudey #NDSD2017
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Today, we join Chamber's and Boards of Trade across Canada, to show support and continue to advocate for Canada's resource industry, asking the federal government to amend Bill C-69. #NationalDayofAction calgarychamber.com/wp-conten…
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Coming October in 2023: @CalgaryChamber will host @CdnChamberofCom AGM & Convention, bringing chambers from across the country to showcase #YYCBiz and all #YYC has to offer! #YYCBiz #YYCCC
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On carbon tax, @JustinTrudeau says "Not a single $ drawn from carbon will leave AB. It's important to keep that revenue in the province".
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Join us in welcoming Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley, where she will speak clearly and candidly about her vision for Alberta's economic future, and the strong role Calgary will play in defining its success.
Reserve your (virtual) seat today:
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Who is as excited as we are for Energy Disruptors Unite tomorrow?!
Here's a sneak peak behind the setup scenes happening now. #EDU2018
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Welcome to the #CSParade Leader of the Opposition @ThomasMulcair - meet'n'greet'n with some of our policy folks.
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This Q&A was awesome, one of the best. 🙌 Big thanks to @ArleneDickinson for asking the tough questions.
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CEO @EverettBreanne from @orpyxinc -"Everyone can support women by changing the ways that we include others. One of the ways I feel most excluded is when in the boardroom and you are left out of eye contact, it's small, but it physically excludes others. We need to be more aware"
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It's official: Your Calgary Chamber is one of the best in the world! We won Best Unconventional Project at the @WorldChambers Comp! #9WCC
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This just in: We are excited to announce that we will be hosting PM @JustinTrudeau next Wednesday, Dec 21!
Get tix: calgarychamber.com/interact/…
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Our national economy relies on strong relationships between businesses, communities, and indigenous people across all provinces. Today, along with our friends at @BoardofTrade and @EdmontonChamber, we showed how strong that alliance is. #federationflight
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Great article from @OilGasCanada's CEO Tim McMillan on why we need to #BuildKM to build #ConfidenceinCanada. Give this one a read on your way home: theglobeandmail.com/opinion/…
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We’ve been asking #yyccc to think bold around a new Events Centre. The option is on the table, we encourage everyone to read the proposal and share your feedback with councillors and help move this project forward. #yyc @nenshi
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ICYMI: @sonyasavage will deliver a keynote address at the Natural Resources Summit on Oct. 2. Join us for a conversation on Canada’s potential to be a leader in natural resource development AND fight global climate change. #OurNaturalResources calgarychamber.com/event/nat…
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A HUGE congratulations to @calgaryroofers on winning the 2016 @atbfinancial Small Business of the Year Award! 🎉
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Have you heard the news? @freshii's Founder & CEO, Matthew Corrin, is the keynote at the 2017 #SBWYYC Conference! smallbusinessweekcalgary.com…
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Some final words to live by from @richardbranson at #EDU2018:
“Screw it, just do it—get on with it!”
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The Calgary business community welcomes the announcement from the Government of Canada this morning of new commitment to, and indemnification support for, the Kinder Morgan pipeline.
Further action will still be required to break the roadblocks put up by the BC Government. #TMX
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"His voice lives here" says Karen Prentice, as she reads us an excerpt from her favourite chapter in @JimPrentice's 'Triple Crown'.
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.@BradWall306 will be here Mar. 12, giving his first address since being Premier of Saskatchewan, followed by a q&a session with @WBrettWilson calgarychamber.com/event/bra…
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What do you think of today's office? 🙊 We're at the @calgaryzoo for #RevYYC! Looking forward to a full day of networking & killer workshops!
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We are proud to have a strong relationship with our local and national media so we can be the fair and non-partisan voice of Calgary’s business community. We stand in support of #chambersforafreepress
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Minister Toews starts off his keynote address by saying “Friends we have a problem, we spend too much and are heading into debt.” #abpoli #ableg #PodiumofRecord
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MP Calgary Skyview @ChahalGeorge shares opening remarks: “During the pandemic, I've seen so many small business start and grow, a testament to their resilience and strength." #SBWYYC #SBW2021 #CDNPoli
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Tonight 8 members of #YYCCC showed themselves to be deeply unconcerned with the needs of business in this city. #suiteyyc #verydisappointed
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