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September Mid-Month E-Newsletter
Sponsored by First & Main Financial
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- Upcoming Chamber Events
- Advocacy in Action
- Government News
- Grants & Funding
- Business Resources
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Chamber Perks App Campaign (Savings!)
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Value Added Discount Programs (Savings!)
- Members in Motion
- Member News, Events & Opportunities
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Call for Exhibitors!
Business After Hours
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
URSA, Airdrie
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Complimentary Open House & Ribbon Cutting
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Airdrie Regional Chamber of Commerce
The keys are officially ours! Come help us celebrate!
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Future Forward Chamber Connections (40 & Under)
Thursday, September 18, 2025
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
State & Main, Airdrie
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Fall 2025 Airdrie Regional Job Fair
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Genesis Place Fieldhouse, Airdrie
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Complimentary Meet Your Chamber
Thursday, September 25, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Canalta Airdrie
Are you a new chamber member? Do you have new staff? Need a refresher?
Join us for a coffee and learn about the benefits and perks of your membership, ask questions, connect with fellow and future members, and take advantage of your Chamber business network.
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Municipal Election Forum - Airdrie
Monday, September 29, 2025
Zoom
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Municipal Election Forum -
Rocky View County
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Zoom
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Conversation and Lunch with Minister Schow
Thursday, October 2, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Brella Vida, Airdrie
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Airdrie Regional Busiiness Awards Gala
Thursday, October 23, 2025
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Bert Church LIVE Theatre, Airdrie
| | The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is a federation of 108 community-based chambers of commerce representing more than 20,000 job creators. | | | | |
Reconciliation Through Employment:
FREE Virtual Event | September 30, 2025
Join us and keynote speaker Patrick Dinsdale, to explore how employment and entrepreneurship can advance reconciliation. Learn how businesses and communities can foster opportunity, strengthen relationships, and walk the path forward together.
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Canada–Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) | Learn more
Increasing access to low-cost loans for livestock producers | Learn more
Bursary programs to support northern Alberta’s workforce
1. For Students – Northern Alberta Development Bursary (NADB): Students in health, education, technical, and other high-demand fields can receive up to $14,000/year to study, in exchange for committing to work for 1 year in northern Alberta after graduation. Application window: January 2 – April 30, 2025 Learn more & apply
2. For Employers & Organizations – Bursary Partnership Program Businesses, chambers, and community organizations can sponsor students and have the Government of Alberta match up to $3,500 per student per year. Application window: May 1 – November 30, 2025 Learn more & apply
Green Skills in Manufacturing Certification Training | Learn more
Alberta Youth Incentive | Learn more | Alberta Jobs Strategy
Grants and funding programs
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Celebrate Small Business Week 2025 with Business Link
Celebrate Small Business Week 2025 with Business Link, October 20–24. Join us for in-person events in Edmonton and Calgary, plus free online webinars all week long. Hear inspiring entrepreneur stories, grow your network, and gain practical business insights.
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We have officially launched to the public!
Follow us on social media this fall to see where you can support local and save money with the Chamber Perks App! Two new videos posted every week, September through December.
Support local, save $$$!
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Chamber Perks App in the news...
The Chamber Perks App™ has been featured in over 25 local and national publications in the past 3 months alone — shining a spotlight on the importance of shopping local, supporting Canadian businesses, and the critical role Chambers of Commerce play in strengthening local economies.
This growing recognition shines a spotlight not only on these platforms but on our chamber and the Canada-wide chamber community, showing the world how chambers of commerce are innovating, uniting, and powering local economic growth.
Stay tuned for a national Small Business Week Rewards Campaign, where a lucky winner will receive $500 CASH!!
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airdrieFEST
We had a blast at airdrieFEST on Saturday, September 6th connecting with our members, future members and a large portion of the Airdrie community! The weather was beautiful and we had a lot of great conversations about the Chamber Perks App!
Looking forward to continuing to support local, save money and grow our local economy.
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Now Available in the Chamber Perks App!
Stay up to date and get notified of new members, chamber and member events, news, advocacy, contests, perks of course, and so much more!
September 17 | 6-week Master Class: How to Work with Complicated People | High Road Leaders Canada | Old Town Pizza, 216 Edmonton Trail NE, Airdrie, AB | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Learn more
September 20 | Grand Opening | West Reformer Pilates | 3157, 2920 Kingsview Blvd SE, Airdrie, AB | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Ribbon Cutting at 12:00 PM | Learn more
September 20 | Peace in the Park | Thumbs Up Foundation | Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, AB | 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Learn more
September 20 | Fall Bouquet, Garden Harvest | Blue Grass Nursery | 260130b Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Learn more
September 20 | Second Annual Paulaner Official Oktoberfest | Century Downs Racetrack & Casino | 260 Century Downs Drive, Rocky View County, AB | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Learn more
September 25 | Grand Opening | Main Street Wash & Bluebird Storage | 2725 Main St, SW, Airdrie, Airdrie, AB | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
September 25 | The 3% Airdrie Meet Up | High Road Leaders Canada | Old Town Pizza, 216 Edmonton Trail NE, Airdrie, AB | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Learn more
September 27 | Kids Nature Inspired Crafts | Blue Grass Nursery | 260130b Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Learn more
September 30 | New Blood | The Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society | Bert Church LIVE Theatre, Airdrie, AB | 7:00 PM | Learn more
October 11 | Pumpkin Fest | Blue Grass Nursery | 260130b Writing Creek Crescent, Rocky View County, AB | Get involved and Learn more
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High Road Summit | Maximum Impact Conference
November 21, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Century Downs Racetrack & Casino
Strong leaders build strong businesses—and strong businesses build thriving communities. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to join us at High Road Summit | Maximum Impact Conference, happening Friday, November 21, right here in the Airdrie region.
This half-day leadership experience is designed to help you and your team:
- Gain fresh insights on leadership and team culture
- Discover proven strategies for engaging and retaining customers
- Leave inspired with actionable steps to make a lasting impact in your business and community
To bring this content to life, you’ll hear from world-class thought leaders including:
- John Maxwell – #1 leadership expert in the world
- Jesse Cole – Founder of the Savannah Bananas, known for creating unforgettable customer experiences
- Valorie Burton – Life strategist and bestselling author on resilience and purpose
- Anthony Trucks – Former NFL athlete turned transformational identity coach
We would love to see our Chamber community represented at this incredible event.
👉 Reserve your seat today and be part of a leadership experience that will benefit you, your team, and your business for years to come. Check it out at HighRoadSummit.ca.
Use discount code AirdrieChamber (case sensitive) for 20% discount.
Early bird tickets are available for just 2 more days!
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MNP
MNP is one of Canada’s leading professional services firms, delivering personalized accounting, tax, and advisory solutions to individuals, entrepreneurs, and organizations across industries. With deep roots in the Airdrie and Calgary regions, the MNP team combines national expertise with a local approach, helping businesses grow, adapt, and thrive in today’s economy.
Whether you're starting a business, navigating tax planning, or managing complex challenges, MNP offers the insight and partnership to support your long-term success.
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Business Owner Series webinar
Thursday, September 25, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Canada’s economic landscape is evolving, and you’re looking for insights to guide your strategy in the months ahead. In this executive roundtable, MNP’s Susan Mowbray and Steve Kwasny are joined by MacKay CEO Forums’ Nancy MacKay. Together, they’ll explore what lies ahead for Canadian businesses in 2026 and how leaders can respond with resilience and foresight.
Whether you're preparing for growth or bracing for volatility, this session will equip you with the insights and strategies to lead with confidence.
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September Mid-Month E-Newsletter
Sponsored by First & Main Financial
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