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March Mid-Month E-Newsletter
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Workshop: Own Your Value
April 1st, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Airdrie Regional Chamber Office
This workshop is designed to help professionals strengthen their confidence, clearly communicate their value, and approach sales conversations without hesitation.
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Over 90% Sold!!
Airdrie Home & Lifestyle Show
Exhibitor Registration
April 18th and 19th, 2026
Genesis Place, Airdrie
Showcase your products/services to thousands of local consumers and make direct sales and brand connections in one of the region’s largest public exhibitions.
Registration closes March 31st, 2026 or when all booths are sold out.
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Annual State of the City Address
April 23rd, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
525 Restaurant & Patio, Woodside Golf Course
This event provides valuable insight into key developments, economic initiatives, and what local businesses can expect in the year ahead. It’s also a chance to connect with fellow business leaders and stay informed on issues that impact our growing community.
It is an important opportunity for the business community to hear directly from city leadership about Airdrie’s progress, priorities, and plans for the future.
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New!
Chamber Connections
April 29th, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Blue Grass Nursery, Sod & Garden Centre
A relaxed and welcoming evening designed to help you grow your network. Connect with fellow business professionals, spark new ideas, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at one of our region’s beautiful local businesses. With light refreshments, great conversation, and a fresh spring setting, it’s the perfect opportunity to build meaningful connections.
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Early Bird Pricing on Sale Now!
Women in Business Conference
May 13th, 2026 | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Crossfield & District Community Hall, Crossfield, AB
Hosted alongside the Crossfield Chamber of Commerce, this conference brings together ambitious women from across our region for a day of inspiration, learning, and connection. Designed to support leadership growth and professional development, this conference features engaging speakers, practical insights, and meaningful networking opportunities.
| | The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is a federation of 108 community-based chambers of commerce representing more than 20,000 job creators. | | Airdrie Regional Chamber of Commerce | | |
Political Action Day & MLA Dinner
Our Executive Director, Marilyne Aalhus, recently attended the 2026 Political Action Day & MLA Dinner hosted by the Alberta Chambers of Commerce.
Over two informative days, Chamber leaders from across Alberta came together to discuss key policy priorities, strengthen advocacy efforts, and collaborate on issues impacting businesses across the province.
We were also pleased that Angela Pitt, MLA for Airdrie-East, attended, providing a great opportunity to connect and discuss the priorities of businesses in our region.
The event also included insights from Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta, who spoke about the province’s economic outlook and priorities for supporting Alberta’s business community.
Opportunities like this help ensure that the voices of Airdrie and our regional business community continue to be represented at the provincial level.
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Alberta Next: Agribusiness
Date/Time: April 27, 2026, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: BMO Centre - Palomino Ballroom
Address: 1912 Flores Ladue Parade SE, Calgary, T2G 2W1
50% off to members of any Chamber of Commerce in Alberta
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2026 Business Pulse on Hot Button Issues
We researched our community to explore perceptions of the province’s priorities.
Read full report
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Airdrie startups - Level up your operations!
Register now for the SMARTstart Bootcamp: Mastering Business Operations, designed for Airdrie businesses in their first three years.
Learn more
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Upcoming learning opportunities
The Cashflow Canvas: Want to improve your business' profitability by digging into your revenue streams, costs and pricing? Or determine if a new business idea is financially sound? Next two-part session June 4 and 11.
Negotiating Commercial Leases and Renewals: Learn how to negotiate and what to consider when signing a new lease or renewal. Next sessions June 9 and Nov. 17.
Mentor Meetup: This program offers startups a chance to build connections and receive focused, short‑term guidance from experienced business mentors. Next session June 23.
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BDC: How to become a supplier in the defence supply chain
New investments in the defence industry will create business opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises in Canada. There may be numerous sizable opportunities, but caution and strategy are required. Find out how to proceed with this free article from BDC.
Read article
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Coffee with Your Chamber - March 10th
We hosted our complimentary Coffee with your Chamber at New Horizon Mall on Tuesday for new and future members to learn more about your regional chamber and how we can support and advocate for your business. We had great conversations and made new connections!
We host a Meet Your Chamber/Coffee with your Chamber every couple of months so if we missed you this time, we hope to see you at the next one. It's free, but registration is required.
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2026 Spring Regional Job Fair - March 11th
What an incredible turnout at the Spring Airdrie Regional Job Fair!
Hosted in partnership with Prospect Human Services, this event brought together over 40 employers actively hiring and welcomed more than 1,000 job seekers from across the region.
From meaningful conversations to on-the-spot opportunities, the energy in the room was a powerful reminder of the strength of our local workforce and business community.
Thank you to all the employers, job seekers, and partners who helped make this event such a success. We’re proud to support connections that help our community grow!
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Business After Hours - March 16th
A big thank you to everyone who came out to our Business After Hours at Venue Church last night! It was a fantastic evening of connections, conversations, and community.
We’re especially grateful to Venue Church for being such a welcoming host and providing delicious Chronic Tacos and a great space for local businesses to come together.
Events like these are what make our business community so strong — we love seeing new relationships form and familiar faces reconnect!
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Congratulations to Sweet Williams Co. on their grand opening on March 14th!
Visit them in their new location at 3161, 2920 Kingsview Blvd SE, Airdrie or online at sweetwilliamsco.ca
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"The Airdrie Home & Lifestyle Show is an all-around great experience. As a business based in Calgary but serving Airdrie all the time, this show gives us great exposure to Airdrie customers. It also allows us to showcase our business. Often customers do not realize we do more than carpet cleaning and it is a good way to let them about all our cleaning services."
~ Karen & Mark Norman, Dang Good Carpet and Furnace Cleaning
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Carson Dunlop
When you’re making one of the biggest decisions of your life—buying or investing in a property—having the right information matters. That’s where Kevin Gable comes in.
As the franchise owner of Carson Dunlop Premier Inspection Services in Airdrie, Kevin leads a team that proudly serves Airdrie, North Calgary, Cochrane, Crossfield, and surrounding communities. Backed by one of Canada’s most trusted names in property inspections, Kevin combines national expertise with a local, relationship-first approach.
What sets Kevin apart is his commitment to making the inspection process clear, approachable, and stress-free. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or a business owner leasing space, Kevin and his team take the time to walk you through the details—translating complex systems into easy-to-understand insights you can actually use.
Beyond standard inspections, Kevin offers a full suite of services to give clients even greater peace of mind, including sewer scopes, mould and air quality testing, and radon test kits. He also supports homeowners at every stage—whether you’re preparing to list your home or simply want a maintenance inspection to stay ahead of potential issues.
With fast turnaround times, comprehensive reports, and ongoing support, clients are never left guessing.
But beyond the tools and technology, it’s Kevin’s genuine care for people and his community that stands out. He understands that every inspection represents a new chapter—whether it’s a family home, a growing business, or an investment for the future.
At the end of the day, Kevin’s goal is simple: to give you the clarity and confidence you need to make the right decision.
Kevin and his team are here to help you see the full picture—before you make your move.
Book your inspection anytime at carsondunlop.ca/gable.
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March 18 | Cybersecurity Essentials for Every Business (SMB Edition) | VYINGS Inc. | Virtual | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Learn more
March 21 | Mindful Yoga in the Greenhouse | Blue Grass Nursery | 260130b Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Learn more
March 26 | Contractor's Day | Blue Grass Nursery | 260130b Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB | 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Learn more
March 26 | 3% Airdrie Meetup | High Road Leaders Canada | Old Town Pizza, 216 Edmonton Trail NE, Airdrie, AB | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Learn more
March 27-28 | Strings Attached - Rock Choir Meets Symphonic Sound | Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra | Summit View United Church | 3303 Capitol Hill Crescent NW, Calgary AB | 7:30 PM | Learn more
March 28 | Airdrie Easter Scavenger Hunt | Maverick Group | City wide throughout Airdrie | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Learn more
April 4 | Standardbred Opening Day | Century Downs Racetrack & Casino | 260 Century Downs Drive, Rocky View County, AB | 12:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Learn more
April 23 | 3% Airdrie Meetup | High Road Leaders Canada | Old Town Pizza, 216 Edmonton Trail NE, Airdrie, AB | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Learn more
April 30 | Exploring AI & Cloud for Your Business | Code to Cloud | Airdrie Public Library, 100, 805 Main Street South, Airdrie, AB | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Learn more
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March Mid-Month E-Newsletter
Sponsored by Creekside Pharmacy Plus
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