Last week in Torino, Italy the "Oscars" for chambers of commerce took place as part of the World Chambers Competition. It is the only global awards program to recognize the most innovative projects undertaken by chambers around the world.

Though the competition was fierce (and extremely inspiring)...

...we are thrilled and humbled to announce that your Calgary Chamber won Best Unconventional Project for our work on post-flood recovery and business continuity.

Read more about how your Calgary Chamber has become a leading authority on business continuity. 

Wednesday, July 15, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Delta Bow Valley
209 4th Avenue SE

As neighbouring provinces, Alberta and British Columbia have a deep history of collaboration and building strong trade ties. Sharing more than just the Rocky Mountains and the Peace River region, both provinces face similar industry challenges and know that interprovincial collaboration is simply good for business.

Working together to solve issues such as opening new markets for resource products and job creation helps ensure both provinces remain globally competitive, while building a stronger Canada.

Join us for an engaging dialogue with a delegation from the Vancouver Board of Trade of respected leaders from BC as they break down current interprovincial issues.

A change in minimum wage can have wide-ranging implications for families, businesses, employment and overall economic growth. Small businesses and non-profits are especially vulnerable to such changes.

These potential implications, and nuances associated with them, need to be reflected on when considering reforms. Together with the Government of Alberta we look forward to clarifying what problem we are really trying to solve, and what the best course of action is.

Take a look at our latest policy infographic to get an overview of the minimum wage landscape in Alberta.

Friday, July 3, 2015
6:30 am – 12:00 pm
The Palomino Smokehouse
109 7th Avenue SW

Please note that this event is a member-only event. To become a member or learn more about the benefits, please contact membership@calgarychamber.com.

They say some of the best business deals in Calgary are made during Stampede, so saddle up and come on down for a hearty Stampede breakfast hosted by your Calgary Chamber. This annual parade day Stampede breakfast attracts over 200 business leaders and government officials, for a fun and informal networking experience to kick off our city’s largest event.

The best part? Each ticket includes a spot in our premium bleacher seating to watch the Stampede parade.

Bring your colleagues, clients and the little cowpokes, and don't miss the best parade day breakfast networking of Stampede 2015!

Every year we shine a light on the vibrant community of small but mighty business owners in our city with the Small Business Week Calgary Awards and Expo. Help us celebrate these unsung heroes by letting us know who you think should be recognized for their valiant efforts.

Currently we are accepting nominations and applications for businesses that are doing incredible things. Finalists will be selected by a panel of industry expert judges, and for most award categories, will then be voted on by the public.

Head to SmallBusinessWeekCalgary.com to nominate an outstanding small business today!

Tuesday, June 23, 2015
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Theatre Junction GRAND
608 1st Street SW

As a proud partner, we invite you – the community builder, the entrepreneur, the philanthropist – to join us for the official launch of the Alberta BoostR, a new crowdfunding platform from ATB Financial turning local mavericks' ideas into a reality.

Imagine having entrepreneurs stand on a stage and give a sales pitch to a room full of people (sound familiar?), except this time you are one of those people and you get to decide who gets the funding.

Get ready to fund the local entrepreneur you think has the potential to be the next big thing to hit Alberta.

• Lois Mitchell sworn in as Alberta's new lieutenant-governor
• Get people to speak up during brainstorming meetings
• Democratic reform, corporate tax bump revealed in Alberta throne speech
• Raising corporate taxes: Who pays the toll?
• How to make unlimited vacation time work at your company

Tuesday, July 7, 2015
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Calgary Chamber
600, 238 8th Avenue SE

Europe’s faltering recovery and struggle to regain competitiveness, after the 2008 eurozone debt crisis, has had a serious impact on global and Canadian markets.

Join us as we welcome legendary economist, former Polish finance minister and crisis manager, Professor Leszek Balcerowicz who will share an insider’s perspective of where Europe is headed, and what that could mean for the Canadian economy and business.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear from this pivotal figure in European economic reform.

The first rule of any good traditional marketing campaign is: know your audience. The same principle applies to social media marketing. Having an informed idea as to who the core users are on each social network can be invaluable in helping decide which platforms your business should focus on.

Plus, if you know who you're talking to, you can tailor your messaging to fit that demographic and generate the social conversations that matter most to your overall strategy.

Check out this handy infographic that deciphers the demographics for the most popular social media networks.

Thursday, June 25, 2015
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Milestones Grill + Bar
107 8th Avenue SE

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.

Our next edition of Business After Hours takes us to the reopening of the Milestones Grill + Bar Stephen Avenue location to discover their brand new bar, newly renovated meeting rooms and brightly renovated patio space. Updated with modern décor, Milestones on Stephen Avenue is the perfect downtown location for your next business lunch, corporate function or a patio drink with your colleagues.

Join us for a tremendous evening sampling delicious summer favourites and networking with Calgary's business community. 

Exempt Experts assists companies in structuring their exempt market offerings to be eligible for inclusion in tax deferred accounts, such as RRSP, RRIF and TFSA. Since their founding in 2004, the firm has consulted on over 350 exempt market offerings, which combined have raised more than $1 billion.

Partnering with senior legal, accounting and tax advisors, Exempt Experts offers turn-key solutions ready for presentation to exempt market dealers, wholesalers, and the investing public.

Learn more at ExemptExperts.com

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

Golf is the game of business, and spending an afternoon on the course with the right people can be more influential than all the sales emails you send this year. 

With the Calgary Chamber’s annual Leaders Classic golf tournament presented by TELUS coming up fast, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better opportunity this summer to build, deepen and strengthen professional relationships. 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?

Only a few foursomes remain! Don't miss your chance to be a part of Calgary’s most prestigious business golf tournament.

Interchange transaction rates have been lowered and as a result of these changes, Chamber members can take advantage of an exclusive preferred pricing offer from First Data.

If you already take advantage of First Data preferred pricing on transaction rates, your exclusive rates have been lowered. If you're interested in the First Data interchange rates, you qualify for a free business analysis of your current transaction rate costs.

Connect with First Data to learn more about how you can save on interchange rates.

These Champion members have shown a substantial and unwavering commitment to supporting the work of the Calgary Chamber. We thank our Champion members: ATCO Group, Cenovus, Encana, Enmax, Imperial, Shell and Tervita for helping to make Calgary a better place to live and work for all.