Posts by Katalin Lang
Review on Alberta Health Services Released
Ernst & Young LLP released their Alberta Health Services performance review. The recommendations address four key areas: people, clinical services, non-clinical services and governance. The report indentifies a range of long-term savings initiatives with the potential to save between $1.5 billion and $1.9 billion annually. Read the summary report and full report.
Read More2020 Update on Business Vehicles
The Department of Finance Canada has announced the income tax deduction limits and expense benefit rates that will apply in 2020 when using an automobile for business purposes. To find out what has stayed the same or changed read the press release from the federal government.
Read MoreWho’s Your Nominee for the Face of the 5 Dollar Bill?
That’s right, you can nominate a Canadian. A number of candidates have already been nominated, including L.M. Montgomery, Terry Fox, Tim Horton, Bill Bishop and more. Deadline for submitting nominations is March 11, 2020. Find more info and nominate a NOTE-able Canadian today!
Read MoreFeedback Needed on Local Election Rules
The provincial government has opened consultation on the rules that govern municipal and school board elections to help meet the needs and expectations of Albertans. The government wants to hear from voters, elected officials, community advocacy groups and campaign volunteers on how rules can be improved to enhance transparency and participation in local elections. Take…
Read MoreBusiness Priorities Survey
Our Member of Parliament, Glen Motz, is looking to connect with business owners to understand their priorities in advance of the federal government’s upcoming Budget 2020 and beyond. This short survey will only take a few minutes of your time and should be completed by Monday, February 24, 2020. If you require assistance with the…
Read MoreMember News: Sanatec Celebrates 20 Years
As 2020 will be our 20th business anniversary, and we have always called Medicine Hat our home, our staff and management wanted to find a way to give back to the fantastic community that has given us so much support these many years. Our team realizes that hunger and food insecurity is an on-going issue…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: What is the State of our City?
Invictus was a fitting conclusion to the State of the City address held by the Kiwanis Club and the Chamber of Commerce on January 28th with his Worship, Mayor Ted Clugston delivering the annual address. With over 300 community leaders in attendance, that message summarized the fortitude of our community in the face of adversity,…
Read MoreCity Announces New Sewer Related Fees
In alignment with the ten-year Financially Fit initiative, the City of Medicine Hat will no longer provide free services for sewer back up, CCTV camera inspection, and root foaming calls. The City has provided these services at no charge for several years, but with increasing economic pressures, changes are necessary to focus on high priority,…
Read MoreApply for Canada Summer Jobs Funding Now
Canada Summer Jobs Grant is now taking applications. Submit your request for funding until February 24, 2020. Canada Summer Jobs is an initiative of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy. They aim to provide flexible and holistic services to support all young Canadians develop the skills and gain paid work experience to successfully move to…
Read MoreFunding Available for Leading-Edge Ag Projects
The Canadian Agricultural Strategic Priorities Program (CASPP) can help not-for-profit organizations undertake projects to help the agricultural industry seize opportunities, respond to emerging issues and explore solutions to new and ongoing challenges. Program priorities are: Adaptation to new technology Environmental sustainability Strategic planning and capacity building Emerging issues AAFC funding of up to $1 million…
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