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The Voice: May 23rd, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Alberta Wildfires Resources During these challenging times, we recognize the importance of providing support to those affected by the wildfires. The Alberta Chambers of Commerce has developed a dedicated Wildfire Resources page. This invaluable resource is available to you and anyone who have been impacted by the wildfire situation. Citizenship week…
Read MoreThe Voice: May 15th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Emergency financial help for wildfire evacuees Any Albertan who has evacuated under mandatory order for seven days or more can apply for a one-time emergency evacuation payment to help during this difficult time. Eligible evacuees will receive $1,250 per adult and an additional $500 per dependent child under 18 years. This…
Read MoreThe Voice: May 8th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Emergency Preparedness Week This May 7-13 is Emergency Preparedness Week, an annual national event supported by Public Safety Canada and emergency management organizations throughout the country. During this time, everyone is encouraged to think about what they would do in an emergency, and take action to ensure they are prepared if…
Read MoreThe Voice: May 1st, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Alberta’s Next Election Will Be Held on May 29th, 2023. The writ was officially dropped on Monday morning, with election day on Monday, May 29th. The Medicine Hat region has two constituencies, Brooks-Medicine Hat and Cypress Medicine Hat. See the Brooks-Medicine Hat map here and the Cypress-Medicine Hat map here. The Medicine…
Read MoreThe Voice: April 24th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Balancing the Economy and the Environment Alberta’s new Emissions Reduction and Energy Development (ERED) Plan charts Alberta’s course for cutting emissions, attracting investment and growing the economy. Albertans have been stewards of one of Canada’s largest economic engines, the oil and gas sector. For decades, Albertans have stepped up to deliver…
Read MoreThe Voice: April 17th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up National Volunteer Week – April 16-22 A successful community cannot function without volunteers, and we are taking the opportunity this week to pay tribute to the dedicated volunteers in our community. Our organization is dependent on volunteers putting their names forward to serve on our board, participate in our committees and…
Read MoreThe Voice: April 10th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Budget 2023 to provide a new grocery rebate for Canadians  Federal Budget 2023 delivers the new Grocery Rebate, offering targeted inflation relief for 11 million low- and modest-income Canadians and families who need it most, with up to an additional $467 for eligible couples with children; an additional $234 for single…
Read MoreThe Voice: April 3rd, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Chamber Launches Board Nominations for 2023 Each spring, the Chamber of Commerce holds an election to fill expiring or vacant positions on the Board of Directors, comprised of 12-member representatives. Directors serve a two-year term that commences following the Chamber Annual General Meeting in November of each year. To ensure the…
Read MoreThe Voice: March 27th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up Made in Alberta Voluntary Labeling Program The Government of Alberta announced the Made in Alberta voluntary labeling program to help consumers easily identify Alberta-made products. Alberta producers and processors will be able to use the new label on their locally-made products. The label will help shoppers quickly identify food products made…
Read MoreThe Voice: March 20th, 2023
Your Weekly Tune Up City Seeking Feedback on Public Engagement Efforts The City of Medicine Hat is working to improve public engagement efforts and is looking to the community for input, including an online survey. The process will gather feedback on what topics or decisions residents are most interested in; the best way to promote…
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