The Public & Government Affairs Department measurably contributes to the Chamber's profile and effectiveness. We are the leading edge business advocate and forum for debate, and a credible source for policy analysis and issue commentary. We advocate new and innovative solutions to improve the business climate on behalf of our members.

Highlights

March 11, 2010
Competitiveness Review changes will help restore investor confidence and attract new investment

March 4, 2010
Federal budget game plan to maintain economic recovery welcomed by local business community

News Release: February 9, 2010
Calgary’s business community concerned with increased spending and risk to balanced budget plans

Op-ed: January 28, 2010
Fair taxation a mere illusion

Op-ed: December 17, 2009
Our oilpatch needs Christmas miracle

Quarterly Summaries: December 17, 2009
2009 Results Summary

Article: December 3, 2009
Chamber makes recommendations to improve oil and gas industry competitiveness

Major Projects & Initiatives

Aboriginal Workforce Initiative
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Talent Pool Development Society, is seeking to undertake research and present recommendations regarding programming to improve the economic and labour market outcomes of Aboriginal people and entrepreneurs both within, and transitioning to, the Calgary region, with a focus on the current and emerging workforce - Aboriginal youth.

** New - Aboriginal awareness training workshops now available - visit the Chamber events page to learn more and register
Learn more about the Aboriginal Workforce Initiatitive

Coalition for Property Tax Fairness
A new coalition of organizations representing Calgary taxpayers have joined forces to grade the Mayor and Aldermen on how well each have done in defending the interests of taxpayers. The Coalition for Property Tax Fairness has released its first Calgary Municipal Report Card based on four criteria: Taxpayer-friendly voting record, office budget management, initiative in policy making, as well as proactive stakeholder engagement and responsiveness. View website
News Release
Municipal Report Card
Backgrounder

Summary of Initiatives and Results < More >

Fourth Quarter & 2009 Results Summary
Third Quarter 2009
Second Quarter 2009
First Quarter 2009

2008 Results Summary

Priority Areas

Economic Competitiveness
Workforce Development
Municipal Affairs
Land, Energy & Environmental Futures

Upcoming Political & Policy Events

Monday, March 15, 2010
Aboriginal Awareness Training Workshop

Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Hon. Ron Liepert - Minister of Energy

Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Melanie Aitken - Canada's Commissioner of Competition

Friday, March 26, 2010
Calin Rovinescu - President and Chief Executive Officer of Air Canada

Monday, April 19, 2010
Aboriginal Awareness Training Workshop

Publications & Presentations <More>

January 15, 2010
Response to the South Saskatchewan Regional Plan Phase I Feedback Questionnaire

December 2, 2009
2010 Federal Pre-Budget Submission

November 26, 2009
2010 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission

November 19, 2009
2010 Municipal Budget Submission

News Releases <More>

March 11, 2010
Competitiveness Review changes will help restore investor confidence and attract new investment

March 4, 2010
Federal budget game plan to maintain economic recovery welcomed by local business community

March 3, 2010
Chamber applauds focus on jobs in federal Throne Speech

February 18, 2010
Calgary Chamber of Commerce partners to provide Aboriginal awareness training

Op-Eds <More>

March 11, 2010
Let dollars move with the patient

February 25, 2010
Unseen fingers dip in our wallets

February 11, 2010
Chamber finds deficit dismaying

January 28, 2010
Fair taxation a mere illusion

Articles <More>

February 18, 2010
Chamber actions encourage a return to balanced provincial budgets and focus on competitiveness

February 18, 2010
City of Calgary explains parking strategy and outlines benefits

February 18, 2010
Reduction of downtown parking rates is a good first step

February 18, 2010
Environment and Natural Resources Committees tackle tough energy and environmental issues