ACC EOS webinars
The ACC will host a complimentary webinar for chamber staff and board members to learn about the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) we have been using. This webinar—offered at three separate times—will provide you with actionable tools to assist your in moving your chamber forward.
Please note the content is the same for each webinar—please choose ONE to attend.
Supporting Canada’s farmers, food businesses, and food supply
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
announced
measures within agriculture programs and an investment of more than $252 million to support farmers, food businesses, and food processors who provide essential services to Canadians every day by ensuring a safe and reliable food supply. He also announced that the government intends to propose an additional $200 million in borrowing capacity for the sector.
Canadian Chamber says agri-sector funding falls short and calls on government to provide more meaningful assistance
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s President and CEO, Hon. Perrin Beatty, OC, OC, issued a
statement
regarding new support for the agriculture and agri-food sector announced today.
Agriculture Industry Advisory Committee
The Alberta government has
established
an industry advisory committee that will meet regularly and provide Agriculture and Forestry with strategic advice and recommendations on emerging issues and priorities.
Alberta relaunch
As Alberta's economic relaunch gets underway, chambers will likely hear from members requesting information and guidance. Because chambers are not in the position to provide health and safety advice, here are key websites where you can refer your members:
We also encourage you to continue sending members' feedback and concerns regarding Alberta's relaunch to
hclifford@abchamber.ca. The ACC will share this information with Alberta's Chief Medical Officer.
Alberta utility deferrals
Government will introduce
legislation
that will allow Albertans and businesses to defer electricity and natural gas utility payments. Residential, farm, and small commercial customers can defer bill payments for electricity and natural gas until June 18.
Provincial telephone town hall recap
Thank you to Lisa from Medicine Hat for sharing this
summary
on last night's telephone town hall discussing Alberta's relaunch strategy and the role of businesses in stage 1.