Monday, June 8, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Fairmont Palliser
133 9th Avenue SW

From pricing pressures to regulatory hurdles, foreign competition to the concerns of First Nations stakeholders, the challenges facing Canadian LNG are numerous. How will these challenges be faced, and what will it mean for the future of LNG in Canada and North America?

As part of our ongoing Energy Future event series, we have assembled some of the globe’s leading minds to discuss and debate the future role of LNG in Canada and beyond: 

• David Cornhill, Chairman and CEO of AltaGas Services
• Doug Arnell, former president of Golar LNG

Join us to hear their honest opinions on particular projects and where they think Canada will land in the LNG industry five and ten years down the road.

You Belong at the Calgary Chamber

An important part of our job as your Calgary Chamber is to understand the priorities of government and determine how we can align those priorities with those of business.

We work to ensure that throughout the government’s mandate, they are attentive to the needs of business as they craft budgets, policy and legislation. That’s why when Albertans voted in Rachel Notley and the NDP to a majority mandate, we knew that now, more than ever, Calgary businesses will need their chamber. 

Read more about how we're planning to support the Calgary business community during the NDP government's transition.

Thursday, May 28, 2015
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Monplaisir Delicacies
751 3 Street SW

In this latest installment of Business After Hours, you will enjoy Monplaisir’s line of French and European delicacies paired with fine Canadian wines while building connections with some of Calgary’s finest professionals. 

Please note that Business After Hours events are member-only events. To become a member or learn more about the benefits, please contact membership@calgarychamber.com.

Join us for another tremendous evening of networking and fine food.

• The rise of the intrapreneur
• Custom job: Why a made-to-measure training program might be your best bet
• Competitive intelligence shouldn't just be about your competitors
• Study suggests looming housing problem could affect all of Canada and needs federal government action
• Mastering the fine art of managing people

Thursday, June 25, 2015
7:30 am – 10:00 am
Calgary Chamber
600, 237 8th Avenue SE

Many small to mid-sized companies struggle to use technology to their advantage, often through a lack of awareness, deployment skills, or time.

Told through a series of real engagements, this interactive session will address how you can use technology to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace, to support you as you grow, to realize internal cost savings and to mitigate risk.

Join us for this timely conversation on performance improvement through technology and what it might mean for your business.

Grant Thornton, in partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, is proud to present the 2015 Private Business Growth Award. Calgary is home to some of the best private businesses in the country and this award represents a tremendous opportunity to share and celebrate these inspirational stories across the country.

If you know of a private business—whether your own or one whose achievements have impressed you—merits national recognition, nominate them today. Nomination deadline is July 10, 2015.

Visit PrivateBusinessGrowthAward.com for details.

Thursday, May 28, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Calgary Chamber
600 237 8th Avenue SE

Are you a small business owner struggling with digital marketing? Having your brand at the top of your customer’s and potential customer’s list is important to the success of your business, especially during challenging economic times.

Join Yellow Pages for an exclusive workshop on how to reach more customers by maximizing your digital presence.

Did you know you’re 14 times more likely to be viewed on LinkedIn if you have a profile photo? In an era of smartphones, everyone has the ability to take a great professional profile photo themselves to boost the visibility of their LinkedIn profile. 

Using a selfie as your LinkedIn photo may sound unprofessional but it’s the easiest way to take control of your professional presence online and cultivate a leading edge. Here's a hint that may surprise you: don't center yourself in the photo. 

Read more about how this handy 7 step guide can help you take the perfect work selfie. 

Monday, June 29, 2015
12:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Earl Grey Golf Club
6540 20th Street SW

It’s hard to find a better place to build, deepen and strengthen business relationships than at the Calgary Chamber’s annual Leaders Classic golf tournament presented by TELUS. After all, where else would you have the opportunity to network and share business tips with some of the most influential business and political leaders in Calgary?

Attracting top community builders as well as special guest celebrities, this tournament is really about high-level networking at its finest.

Join us and other top business professionals for Calgary’s most prestigious business golf tournament.

Established in 1987, the Indian Business Corporation (IBC) provides development lending and financial services to First Nations' business and individuals across numerous sectors and disciplines including agriculture, heavy equipment & transportation, service and hospitality industries

With a belief that access to capital for Aboriginal peoples provides opportunities for success and development, they have lent out over 70 million dollars to finance First Nation's business initiatives.

Learn more at IndianBC.ca

Friday, May 22, 2015
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Palliser Hotel
133 9th Avenue SW

Join Canada's Ecofiscal Commission, with speakers from the Calgary Chamber, for a meaningful panel discussion to explore the climate policy issues facing Albertans.

As Alberta’s government prepares to release its updated climate strategy, its policy decisions must consider a broader range of issues including its role meeting global energy demands and the economic importance of its oil and gas industry. 

Panelists include:

• Justin Smith, Director of Policy, Research and Government Relations, Calgary Chamber
• Amin Asadollahi, Oilsands Program Director, Pembina Institute
• Jim Dinning, Chair of Western Financial Group and former Treasurer of Alberta
• Judy Fairburn, Executive Advisor, Executive Office, Cenovus Energy & Board Chair – Alberta Innovates Tech Futures

Don't miss this timely dialogue with Canada's Ecofiscal Commission about the future of Alberta’s climate policy, and what it means for industry and consumers.

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

As a member of the Chamber, you automatically qualify to receive coverage from the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan, which offers traditional coverage such as life, health, dental and disability, critical illness and so much more.

Learn how you can take advantage of the comprehensive coverage today.

These Prestige members have shown a substantial and unwavering commitment to supporting the work of the Calgary Chamber. We thank our Prestige members: Suncor, TELUS and Nexen for helping to make Calgary a better place to live and work for all.