No Images? Click here Opening doors to the global market to help your business growCalgary companies need to be able to tap into other markets to grow. That's why as a member of the Canadian Global Cities Council (CGCC), a coalition of Canada’s eight largest urban regional chambers of commerce, we're calling for airport policy reform to align Canada with global best practices so that our cities' airports can become true gateways to the global market. On December 8th, Calgary Chamber President Adam Legge was in Ottawa with members of the CGCC to present five recommendations that could, with the support of our government, help Canada's airports drive economic growth. Influence at work: The Alberta Investor Tax Credit your business deservesOver the past year we have worked closely with the Alberta Government on the Alberta Investor Tax Credit (AITC), a credit to help foster the growth of innovation and diversity in industries throughout the province. Recently there was some concern that the AITC's eligibility criteria would be too narrow, and exclude many industries and businesses that could benefit from it's support. We were happy to see MLA David Shepherd address this issue on November 24th, saying "eligibility criteria [will be kept] as broad as possible and allow investment and business leaders to make the best decisions to help diversify our economy". The future of electricity markets in AlbertaA number of fundamental structural changes have been announced for our province’s unique electricity market this year, and in the last 30 days we’ve seen two new big developments that could impact your business: a cap on the price of electricity for the regulated rate option, and movement toward a capacity market. This blog by our new Economic Policy Analyst, Franco Terrazzano, breaks down these issues for your business. Meet the Chamber's new Economic Policy AnalystThe Calgary Chamber is very excited to welcome Franco Terrazzano to the Department of Policy, Research and Government Relations as our new Economic Policy Analyst. Our advocacy work is one of the most important activities we do to help our members grow and succeed, and Franco's economic expertise will an invaluable asset in helping us make a lasting impact. [Next week] A conversation with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau📅 December 21, 2016 🕒 7:00 am – 9:30 am 📍BMO Centre In his second visit to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will discuss recent pipeline decisions, and share why he believes that combining pipeline approvals with strong environmental protections are “a major win for Canadian workers, Canadian families, and the Canadian economy.” Don't miss your chance to hear from Canada's Prime Minister live before 2016 draws to a close. |