Thursday January 30, 2014
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Speeders Indoor ProKarts
58 Aero Drive NE

It's Business After Hours like you've never seen it before at SPEEDERS ProKarts!

Business After Hours is fun, lively and a different take on the traditional networking event for only $10 (members). Meet potential clients, grow your network and spread the word about your business in a relaxed, after work atmosphere. Everyone attending will be entered a to win a 10 person team building package worth $680!

Get your tickets today to hit the networking fast lane!

Monday January 27, 2014
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
The Hyatt Regency
700, Center Street SE

During the June floods, Fire Chief Burrell took off his fire chief hat and started working around the clock as the head of the Calgary Emergency Management Agency, leading our city through the flood crisis. We can all learn from this experience and his leadership.

Don't miss the stories and lessons in crisis management from Chief Burrell.

Dividend Tax Credits just got a little more generous for small business owners.

The Calgary Chamber was pleased to see the advocacy work of our Tax & Economic Affairs Committee pay off when the Government of Alberta agreed to adjust the tax credit offered to small businesses that choose to issue dividends as a form of payment.

Learn more about how this happened and what its net benefit is on our blog.

Hashtags are a great way to find, track and share content around a specific topic. You'll find them on Facebook and Instagram but they are most useful on Twitter.

As a business, using hashtags will allow you to curate more discussion, increase your followers and create the potential for shareable or viral tweets.

Check out 5 ways you can use hashtags to grow your social media reach.

Thursday January 23, 2014
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Hotel Blackfoot
5940 Blackfoot Trail SE

Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Gerry Ritz will be taking to the Chamber podium to discuss the current state of Canadian agriculture, the dismantling of the Canadian Wheat Board, and outline the benefits of the recently signed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement with the European Union.

Join us as Minister Ritz shares his insight into the future of Canadian agriculture.

The Calgary Chamber creates benefits and value for our members through partnerships with a wide variety of service providers vital to your business.

As a member of the Chamber, you can save up to 70% on select OfficeMax Grand & Toy products through their Preferred Pricing Program.

Learn more about the massive discounts and start saving today.

Thursday January 23, 2014
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Calgary Chamber - RGO Room
600, 237 8th Avenue SE

Our business savings program saves you hundreds of dollars a year on business services. We offer discounted rates with trusted national brands on direct marketing support, payroll, home insurance, records management, fuel and much more.

The one-hour workshop, for members only, will walk you through how to make the most of these savings.

Take advantage of this free workshop and maximize your membership!

Thursday January 30, 2014
8:00 am – 3:30 pm
Calgary Chamber
600, 237 8th Avenue SE

Aboriginal communities are crucial to the growth of the Canadian economy. Join Dr. Neil McDonald for this all-day workshop that is vital for professionals looking to forge relationships with Aboriginal groups.

You can't miss this exceptional professional development opportunity.

• 8 traits of great sales people
• Why you should hire misfits
• How to overcome networking burnout
• First jobs demand fresh perspective
• Are you frustrating innovative employees?

Friday February 7, 2014
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Silver Dragon Restaurant
106 3rd Avenue SE

The Calgary Chamber is proud to team up with the Calgary Chinese Merchants Association to celebrate the Year of the Horse at its Chinese New Year Gala.

This inaugural gala aims to bring together all members of Calgary's business community to celebrate, connect, and learn about each other's business practices. The evening will include a lion dance, draw prizes, games and a Feng Shui master foretelling what the Year of the Horse will bring for business.

You will not want to miss this incredible cultural and business experience.

The Canadian Mental Health Association's 3-day conference strives to better recognize, address, and resolve mental health issues in and around the workplace by providing detailed, tangible and actionable information to improve overall psychological health and safety.

Focusing on leaders, HR professionals and wellness experts, the wide range of panels and guest speakers offers a full spectrum to address mental health issues in your place of business.

The early bird deadline is January 24. Register today.