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Accelerating Well Cleanup
As the first step in Alberta Budget 2020, the province is extending its loan to the OWA by up to $100 million. This loan will bolster the association’s immediate reclamation efforts and generate up to 500 direct and indirect jobs in the oil services sector. “Today’s investment is part of our Blueprint for Jobs. This…
Read MoreHow to Prepare, Prevent, Protect, and Respond to COVID-19
There are currently 62 confirmed cases of the Novel Corona Virus in Canada. While Canada has not experienced the impacts that other countries are experiencing right now, we must be prepared for all scenarios and closely follow best practices around the world. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the creation of a new Cabinet…
Read MoreWhat makes the Chamber Group Insurance Plan the #1 Plan in Canada?
There are many group benefit insurance carriers to choose from. The number of options can be overwhelming if you don’t have an expert on your side to guide you through the process. An experienced advisor has access to quote all of the insurance carriers, including the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan. They can compare…
Read MoreAlberta 2020 Budget Released
On Thursday, February 27th the Alberta 2020 budget was released. It was coined the ‘Blueprint for Jobs’ and maintains the Alberta Government’s plan of balancing the budget by 2022. Here’s how it could impact your business: Business Development Finalizing the findings of the minimum wage expert panel to restore fairness to Alberta’s current minimum wage…
Read MoreProperty Assessment Notices Start Arriving This Week
Property Assessment Notices will begin arriving in resident’s mailboxes beginning February 28, 2020 for Single Family Residential and Farmland properties. Property owners of Non-Residential and Multi-Family properties will receive their notices a month later beginning April 9, 2020. Assessment Notices are now being mailed out earlier and under separate cover from the Property Tax Notices.…
Read MoreWork Sharing Program to Avoid Layoffs
Work-Sharing (WS) is an adjustment program designed to help employers and employees avoid layoffs when there is a temporary reduction in the normal level of business activity that is beyond the control of the employer. The measure provides income support to employees eligible for Employment Insurance benefits who work a temporarily reduced work week while…
Read MoreWorkplace Training Program
This program will assist employment-ready job seekers to update their workplace skills and experience to gain full-time employment. Through On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience, Being Human Services will help connect employers with willing workers. Once Being Human Services has matched job seekers to employers, they will assist both parties through the steps required to fill the gaps…
Read MoreChanges in Canada’s Privacy Laws
Over the next 18 months, Canadian businesses can expect to see changes in Canada’s privacy laws. In particular, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada will likely be granted more enforcement powers. The government sees compliance enforcement as incentive to business to build trust in the digital economy, but there are more compelling business…
Read MoreFuture of Echo Dale Open House
The City is seeking community feedback to develop a master plan for Echo Dale Regional Park. The City of Medicine Hat is working with a consultant to develop the concept plan, which will help guide operations and capital priorities for the park in the short, medium and long-term. “Echo Dale has been referred to as…
Read MoreTeck Frontier Project
On Sunday February 23, Teck Resources Ltd announced it would be withdrawing its application for the Teck Frontier Project. The announcement was unfortunate news for Albertans and unfortunate news for all Canadians. This project was set to create thousands of jobs and 70 billion dollars in revenue. The CEO of Teck Resources Ltd. addressed the…
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