Economic Competitiveness

Businesses require the right conditions to prosper, including a competitive tax system, an efficient and stable regulatory system, R&D investment and a high quality of life. Economic competitiveness encourages investment, business development, and attracts global talent. The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is focused on positioning Calgary as 'the' premier destination for investment, business development and the best and brightest.

Action Themes

• Ensure competitive tax rates and undertake productivity enhancements
• Reduce regulatory burden
• Foster a competitive international business environment
• Ensure energy industry competitiveness

Policy Initiatives

• Provincial and Federal Pre-Budget Recommendations
• R&D Tax Competitiveness
• Energy Industry Competitiveness
• Eliminating Barriers to Trade
• Land, Energy & Environmental Futures
  ^{(this section includes Changing the Climate, Fostering the Next Great Energy Research and Development Surge, Restoring Market Functionality Through Carbon Pricing, and Provincial Land Use Framework)}

Results

Recent Highlights