Your Weekly Tune Up
Alberta’s Premier has announced her new cabinet
Twenty-four members of the Government of Alberta’s cabinet are being introduced to Albertans in advance of their taking the oath of office. Cabinet members will be sworn in on Monday, Oct. 24 and will then begin receiving briefings from their departments.
See the cabinet Ministers, Caucus Leadership positions, Government Committee Chairs and Treasury Board members here.
Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee Medals
The Community Foundation of Medicine Hat and Southeastern Alberta (CFSEA) has been selected by the Government of Alberta as a trusted partner to facilitate a nomination process by selecting recipients from across the region to be awarded a Platinum Jubilee Medal. CFSEA is requesting the public’s participation by nominating worthy recipients from across Southeast Alberta to receive a Platinum Jubilee Medal.
The Medal may be awarded to a person who:
- is a Canadian citizen or has permanent resident status in Canada;
- was alive on February 6, 2022, and
- has made a significant contribution to Canada or a particular region of Alberta, community or field.
Within these criteria, there should be a particular focus on choosing individuals who:
- are leaders in their community;
- have made a significant impact on the local level; and
- are chosen from across Alberta.
The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, November 18th at 4:30 pm. Please note, individuals are not able to know they are being nominated.
Learn about updates to Taxable Benefits
There is a new taxable benefit category for virtual social events. Updates have also been made to simplify the business reporting obligations for the following employer-paid taxable benefits:
- gifts and awards
- parking
- social events
Find more information about these taxable benefits on the CRA’s Taxable Benefits webpages.
Advocacy in Action
Medicine Hat & District Chamber Policy Passes at Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM
On October 14th and 15th, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) held its annual AGM. Our Chamber retains membership in the Canadian Chamber for our member businesses, which allows us to submit policies for adoption into the CCC Policy Book and vote on policies submitted by other Canadian Chambers. Given that the CCC policy sessions took place during our annual Business Awards event, we were unable to attend.
However, we reviewed and provided feedback on the proposed policies, and sent our votes to Ottawa with a delegate Chamber that voted on our behalf.
Furthermore, we also submitted Building Canada’s Community Revitalization for consideration in the policy session this year. The intention behind this policy is to continue the funding for Canada Community Revitalization Fund, a temporary, two-year, $500 million infrastructure program intended to revitalize community spaces across Canada. The applications far outweighed the available funding, so we recommended that the federal government invest in the fund for another two years. We are proud to share that our policy was passed with amendments.
Municipal Red Tape and Business Supports
The Alberta Chambers network is conducting the fourth annual Municipal Red Tape and Business Supports survey. For business operators, this is your chance to be heard.
Help our advocacy efforts by providing insight on challenges and opportunities that you experience in your municipality.
More local responses means a stronger voice for business. The survey will take less than 5 minutes to complete. Survey Link
Next Level Events
Upcoming Chamber Events! - View All
Election Forum: Nov 3
Brooks-Medicine Hat will go to the polls on November 9th to elect the Brooks-Medicine Hat MLA. The Medicine Hat & District Chamber of Commerce has the opportunity and responsibility to provide an avenue to hear what your candidates have to say on issues affecting the business community.
Leadership Breakfast: Nov 9
Join us for our annual Leadership Breakfast bringing together representatives from all levels of government in our region. Connect with us, and our elected leaders, in an open dialogue and capitalize on the chance to influence the conversation.
Midnight Madness: Nov 18
The Medicine Hat & District Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with a downtown collective group of stakeholders, is pleased to once again launch Midnight Madness for 2022, taking place November 18th, from 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight.
Presidents' Reception and Membership Appreciation: Nov 24
More Details to come.
Grow Your Organization
Learn how your participants can apply for funding and bid grants available for your organization. Find out how to use these tools to help your organization grow. Register Here
Medicine Hat Public Library on Thursday, October 27 - 7:00pm-8:00pm
Guest Speakers:
- Connelly Sherwin with KidSport
- Brad Ellard with JumpStart
- Dave Young with the Medicine Hat Sport and Event Council Bid Committee
- Aaron Nelson, Kara Brake, and Josie Doll with the City of Medicine Hat
Innovate over Lunch
NOV 28, 12–1 PM.
Medicine Hat College. Powered by Alberta Innovates & supported by APEX Alberta, Southeast Alberta's Regional Innovation Network.
Greenhouses, bakeries, food producers, construction companies––if you're in the business of making goods by hand or machine, you're a manufacturer. Manufacturing & Export Enhancement (MEE) Cluster Alberta helps manufacturing companies in Western Canada adopt new technologies to grow and expand their domestic and international markets.
Register here: https://APEXLunchandLearnwithDavid.eventbrite.ca
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Fuelling the Business Community
Dr. Phone Fix Grand Opening!!
We were glad to be able to be a part of another successful Grand Opening of a Business in our City! Dr. Phone Fix has over 30 locations and is pleased to open a brand new location in Medicine Hat. Just starting in 2019 they have expanded rapidly all across Canada.
Congratulations on yet another opening and we wish you the best of success in Medicine Hat and the Community!
Interested in hosting a Grand Opening/Re-Opening? Reach out to Pam to set up your Grand Opening - (403) 527-5214 ext. 223
Businesses aren’t built with luck. They’re built with purpose. Discover what’s possible with expert insight and direction on your side.
At ATB, we’re powering possibilities in communities across Alberta with solutions, strategies and tools designed to elevate your business. Whether you’re looking for top tier banking resources or focused advice tailored to your unique needs, we’re here to inject confidence into your financial journey at every stage.
Enjoy a banking experience with business owners in mind. Get to know the valuable tools we provide that can help you handle cash flow with ease and keep track of the payroll data you need. Looking to borrow to bring your business to the next level? We have solutions to offer the necessary financial boost. Questions about investing? We offer investment solutions from dedicated experts committed to empower you to make the most of your money.
With over 80 years serving as an Alberta-focused financial institution, we also have an extensive focus on industries that are vital to this province. That’s why we provide extensive field-specific expertise for categories like Agriculture, Energy and Real Estate Development. Take advantage of our research-backed strategies and client-focused approach. You won’t be disappointed.
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Inventures 2023 Startup Pitch Event – Applications Now Open!
Are you ready to take centre stage? Don't miss this incredible opportunity to pitch your product or service to a stellar panel of VCs, angel investors and industry heavyweights. Finalists receive free registration to all Inventures programming, access to professional coaching and on-site mentoring opportunities, plus a chance to score $10,000 in funding!
Applications are open now for startups focused on the following categories:
- The Metaverse
- Future of Work
- Ag/Food Tech
- Health Innovation
- Clean Tech
- Computing Infinity
Claim your Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives
The Self-Assessment and Learning Tool (SALT) helps you understand how to prepare to apply for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives. The SALT will help you:
- understand if your work may qualify as SR&ED
- estimate the amount of the SR&ED investment tax credits (ITCs) that you may be eligible to claim when you file your income tax return for a particular year
- understand the kinds of information you need to complete a claim, before you submit it
- understand the kinds of records you may need to support your claim
Tourism Relief Fund (TRF) – Applicant guide
The Tourism Relief Fund supports tourism businesses and organizations adapt their operations to meet public health requirements while investing in products and services to facilitate their future growth. The TRF provides $500 million over 2 years (2021-2022 and 2022-2023) to position Canada to be a destination of choice when domestic and international travel is once again safe by:
- empowering tourism operators to create new or enhance existing tourism experiences and products to attract more local and domestic visitors
- helping the sector reposition itself to welcome international visitors by offering the best Canadian tourism experiences we have to offer the world
Project costs must be incurred by March 31, 2022. Find out more.
Emissions Reduction Alberta – Energy Savings for Business
This program is 86% subscribed and helps Alberta businesses improve their efficiency and reduce emissions by funding commercial cost and energy-saving technologies. There are 3 streams available: Energy Savings for Business Program, Expanded Technologies Pilot, and Small Producers Energy Efficiency Deployment. Find out more.
Clean Energy for Rural and Remote Communities ProgramÂ
An additional $300 million is available until 2027 for your clean energy projects in Indigenous, rural and remote communities across Canada. The purpose of this NRCan program is to increase community access to federal clean energy funding and resources. There is no deadline to apply. The applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Other News
Global Economic Outlook—Autumn 2022
RFP launches for host of City Council podcast pilot - deadline for submissions is November 8, 2022
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