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.

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.

LinkedIn is essential for business networking, but are you doing everything you can to make yourself visible to the right eyes?

There are a few very simple steps you can take to create a more dynamic and interesting profile that will get you results.

Make your profile cleaner and easier to find in a few simple clicks!

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.

Get your tickets today to hit the fast lane!

Ward 8 Councillor Evan Woolley has recently proposed converting 11th Avenue South and 12th Avenue South from one-way to two-way roads to increase business activity and pedestrian safety.

The Chamber appreciates his considerations on how to better serve Calgary’s business community, but future considerations for the area are important in understanding how to proceed with this policy issue.

For more on the Chamber's reaction to Wooley's proposal, check out the Chamber blog.

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

This all-day workshop will be led by one of Canada's foremost diversity training experts, Dr. Neil McDonald, and is essential for anyone looking to forge relationships with Aboriginal groups.

You can't miss this exceptional professional development opportunity.

The Federal Reserve is starting the year under new leadership, poised to navigate through changing economic conditions. Last week, the US Senate confirmed Janet Yellen to lead the central bank, replacing Ben Bernanke as chair. But don’t expect major shifts in fiscal policy.

The big news here is that the US is, slowly, on its way to reducing monetary stimulus policies, indicating there will be less need in the future to prop up the US economy.

Find out how changes at the Fed could affect Canadian business.

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.

• Why the individual no longer rules in sales
• The people in your life are your personal brand team
• What makes a really good business idea?
• It's not you: Why your emails go unanswered
• Become a better communicator in 90 seconds

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.

Thursday January 16, 2014
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Calgary Chamber - RGO Room
600, 237 8th Avenue SE

The Calgary Chamber is dedicated to promoting our member’s businesses online and offline. We offer members a variety of online marketing opportunities to help your company gain more exposure in the marketplace.

The one hour workshop, for members only, will walk you through how to set up some of these online initiatives to better market your business.

Take advantage of this free workshop and maximize your membership!

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.