Tuesday February 19, 2013
11:30 am – 1:15 pm
Fairmont Palliser Hotel
133 9th Avenue SW

The Government of Canada approved the CNOOC-Nexen and Petronas-Progress deals with the caveat that this would be the last time that state-owned enterprises would be allowed to purchase a company in Canada’s oil patch.

Despite a positive first step, there is still need for greater clarity on this issue – since it is unclear what circumstances allow for a foreign takeover of a Canadian company to be passed and what criteria will be used to determine the approval of future transactions. 

Join us as NDP leader Thomas Mulcair explains what he would like to see the government do to create an environment that encourages foreign investment and strengthen our economy. Regardless where you sit on the political spectrum, this is an important event to stay on top of the latest developments informing the discussion on foreign investment.

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No one truly gets you fired up and believing you can leap tall buildings in a single bound like Oprah.

While speaking in Calgary last week, Oprah had heaps of inspirational messages; doling them out to the thousands gathered to hear the lady who has become a global icon of possibility. But during her talk, Oprah had one message that stood out that can help all people and businesses.

Find out what the message is.

Wednesday February 27, 2013
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
The Westin Hotel
320 4th Avenue SW

The secret’s out: North America has vast domestic supplies of natural gas. Enough to power domestic needs for a century or more. Enough to change the energy game on a global scale. 

What does this mean for the future of the U.S. and Canadian economies?  How can we ensure natural gas continues to play a growing role in North American transportation, power generation and industrial uses?  What can and is being done to address public questions relating to safe and responsible development? 

Get the answers to all your questions relating to North American natural gas development and demand from Regina Hopper, president and CEO of America’s Natural Gas Alliance, which represents 29 of North America’s largest independent natural gas exploration and production companies.

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Norton Rose Canada is a global international legal practice. With close to 700 lawyers, we are one of the largest practices in Canada. We have served the business needs of clients — Canadian and international, established and emerging — since 1879.

We are an an energy and mining powerhouse that provides clients with seamless connections to business routes across the world’s major resource-based economies. Our key industry sectors include financial institutions, energy, infrastructure, mining and commodities, transport, technology and innovation, and pharmaceuticals and life sciences.

Learn how we can help your business.

Thursday January 31, 2013
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
CREB Main floor
300 Manning Road NE

If you run a business or manage people, you need to have a good understanding of employment law.

That includes understanding the implied terms of an employment contract, causes for dismissal and what constitutes a wrongful dismal, the obligations of an employer after termination,  as well as the responsibilities of an employer according to the employment standards code and humans right act. 

Get the answers to all your business questions relating to employment law from two lawyers with McLeod Law during this informative lunch-time presentation.

Every year Business in Calgary magazine recognizes people in the business community who have contributed to making Calgary the great city that it is, through their personal integrity, business initiatives, community involvement and philanthropic activities. These individuals are owners and managers of successful private and public companies based in Calgary, and are the primary people responsible for the performance of their employees and company direction.

If you know someone who fits this profile, nominate them today as a 2013 Leader of Tomorrow. The winners will be profiled in the July issue of Business in Calgary.

Nominate an outstanding leader today.

Thursday, February 21, 2013
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Ranchman's Cookhouse and Dance Hall
9615 Macleod Trail SW

Business After Hours is one of the best networking opportunities in the city.

These events are small and intimate, creating the perfect opportunity for you to discover new businesses and potential clients while networking with other people in Calgary’s business community.

Enjoy free appetizers and a complimentary drink with the purchase of your ticket.

Wednesday February 13, 2013
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Self Connection Books
125, 4611 Bowness Road NW

Corporate social responsibility isn’t a bunch of buzz words. It’s a cost-effective way to bolster your company’s bottom line.

When a business creates and implements a finely tuned CSR strategy it engages employees in a way that changes how they work. They become more passionate about they do. When that happens, they become more productive, more focused on customer service and more likely to contribute to the creation of an energized work environment that helps in the success of your business.

Learn how you can reap the rewards of a CSR strategy.

Rocky Mountain Dealerships on a growth curve
Calgary-based Rocky Mountain Dealerships has been an incredible growth story for the past five years and will now comprise 40 locations across the Canadian Prairies.

Calgary’s Folk Music Festival moves into new digs
The Calgary Folk Music Festival recently celebrated its grand opening with the unveiling of a new state-of-the-art facility and hall in Inglewood.

This winter’s must-have tasty treat 
Belvoir’s Mulled Winter Punch from Fresh Kitchen is a delicious glögg-like brew that will help you get you through the remaining long winter nights.

Pressure grows for new Calgary cancer centre
The Alberta Cancer Foundation is turning up the heat on the province to build to a new cancer centre in Calgary, saying more treatment space is needed.

Monday February 4, 2013
8:00 am – 9:00 am
University of Alberta – Calgary Centre
120, 333 – 5th Avenue SW

While Alberta is poised to have strong economic performance throughout 2013, global economic struggles will likely create a “downdraft” that will cool the province’s economy in the months ahead, leading to a decrease in oil demand as well as prices and slower economic growth.

Find out what these developments mean for your business and how they will impact other sectors in the economy from the Calgary Chamber’s Chief Economist Ben Brunnen.

Get your tickets today. (This event is for Chamber members only and will include a small breakfast.)

The Calgary Chamber has partnered with the Institute of Corporate Directors to give away five free tickets to our members to a professional development breakfast held at 7:15am on Tuesday, February 5th at the Calgary Petroleum Club.

This breakfast will feature a panel discussion on a board of directors’ role in determining whether your small or emerging company should consider going public. The session will compare and contrast public and private company ownership and evaluate the pros and cons of the two options. The expert panel will provide examples of “hits and misses” on the decision to go public vs. staying private.

Be one of the first five members to email membership@calgarychamber.com, citing this exclusive Chamber member offer (one ticket per person) or purchase your tickets online.

Friday March 8, 2013
11:30 am – 1:15 pm
Hyatt Regency Calgary
700 Centre Street SE

Fresh from delivering the 2013 provincial budget, Alberta’s Finance Minister Doug Horner will be offering extended views on the government’s budget position in a speech to the Calgary business community.

Join the Calgary Chamber to learn more about the fiscal direction of the province and get the inside story on how this budget will impact your business.

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Last week Calgary Chamber CEO Adam Legge dropped by CTV Morning Live to discuss the big business issues that we can expect to see in 2013 and what the Chamber will be doing to gives its members a leg up when it comes to tackling these developments.

Watch the video. 

Tuesday February 12, 2013
11:30 am – 1:15 pm
Terrace View Room, Global Business Centre
120 8th Avenue SE

A new government will take charge of China in March 2013, which has been tasked with running the country for the next decade. Chief among this government’s priorities will be moving China to a more sustainable model of growth and managing the country’s rise as a global political and economic power. Both of these developments will have a huge impact on businesses throughout the world, particularly those looking to access the growing Chinese market.

Find out what these developments mean for Calgary companies from the Canadian Ambassador to China Guy Saint-Jacques.

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