Read the latest media statements and releases from the Calgary Chamber.
Q3 Business Conditions: Optimism holds steady, supply chain confidence plummets
For the third straight quarter, optimism among Calgary businesses has held steady. According to the Q3 Canadian Survey on Business Conditions, conducted by Statistics Canada in collaboration with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, more than three-quarters (78%) of Calgary businesses report that they are optimistic about the year ahead, 5% higher than the national average.
Release: 54% of Albertans believe Canadian governments need to do more to champion economy in the U.S.
New report from the Calgary Chamber of Commerce finds that Albertans believe governments are not effectively advocating for national economic interests south of the border and offers recommendations to support strong bilateral trade relations
Two-thirds of rural Alberta and 80% of Indigenous communities lack reliable access to high-speed internet
Analysis from the Calgary Chamber finds significant digital divide in rural, remote and Indigenous communities and recommends solutions to close gap and unlock the full potential of all Albertans
Calgary Chamber calls for focus on productivity and economy as federal government resumes
As the federal government resumes fall session today, the Calgary Chamber calls for a clear and critical focus on productivity, economic growth and affordability
Release: 83% of Albertans expect U.S. election to impact economy
New report from the Calgary Chamber of Commerce highlights the enduring relationship between Canada and the United States – and the potential impacts of the U.S. election on Calgary’s business community
Letter to The Hon. Minister MacKinnon on the Rail Dispute
The Calgary Chamber urgently requests Minister MacKinnon to intervene in the ongoing rail dispute to prevent a disruption that could severely impact businesses, workers and the national economy.
Calgary business leaders urge for stability in Canada’s critical rail infrastructure
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce expresses deep concern over the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB)’s decision to declare rail as “non-essential”, despite the fact a potential labour disruption could create a full network shutdown.
Calgary Chamber encourages economic-focused Federal Budget 2025
The Calgary Chamber outlines its recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance as the Committee begins its preparations for the upcoming federal budget to ensure Canada has a strong, productive and thriving economy
Open letter to the federal government on proposed interpretation of Canada Health Act
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce expresses concern regarding the unintended repercussions of the Government of Canada’s proposed interpretation of the Canada Health Act - to ban employer-funded virtual care. This change would disrupt the existing care system and limit the provision of health care services in Canada. Full letter below.
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