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New Member: Cooper Equipment Rentals
Cooper Equipment Rentals offers a full line of compact construction and industrial equipment for the contracting community in the GTA. We operate from branches strategically located throughout the region. Our substantial industrial and construction equipment inventory includes top brands such as Bobcat , Wacker Neuson, Caterpillar, Atlas Copco, Volvo, Stihl, Makita, Husqvarna, Edco, Ingersoll Rand, Partner and…
Saskatchewan Court of Appeal Rules Federal Carbon Tax is Constitutional
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of the federal government in its decision on the carbon tax challenge. The decision which found the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act is not unconstitutional was split 3-2. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, who has said a carbon tax hurts his province economically, has stated that the…
AgriStability Program Extended for Alberta Producers in Response to Canada/China Trade Dispute
Agriculture and Forestry Minister Devin Dreeshen announced that Alberta, Canada and the provinces have agreed to extend the AgriStability participation deadline to July 2nd to producers affected by the Canada/China trade dispute. This 2 month extension will apply to all sectors and will allow producers to access business risk-management programs. The AgriStability program is provided by the…
Business Beat: Female Business Owners Continue to Shine In 2019
At the Entrepreneur Development Centre at Medicine Hat College, we help all students and recent alumni start businesses. When spring comes, however, I personally become more observant of female entrepreneurs and their accomplishments. I am not sure if it’s because March is National Women’s History Month and we look to nominate females for the RBC…
New Provincial Government Proclaims Preserving Canada’s Economic Prosperity Act
The newly sworn in provincial government proclaimed the Preserving Canada’s Economic Prosperity Act, or Bill 12, which gives Alberta powers to restrict the export of natural gas, crude oil and refined fuels across its borders. If used, this legislation would require any company exporting petroleum products from Alberta to acquire a license to do so,…
Check out AgSafe Toolbox Talks and Compliance Guides
AgSafe supports Alberta farmers and ranchers with safety initiatives. Check out their website page: Toolbox Talks and Compliance Guides. Toolbox talks are quick and easy way to provide safety training to your teams and can also be used to give timely safety reminders, improve safety awareness, and enhance safety culture. Source: https://www.agsafeab.ca/toolbox-topics
New Member: TNT Detailing
TNT Detailing is your premier source for auto and motorcycle detail services. Affordable packages that will bring back that new-car feel. The owner has over 13 years experience detailing and managing detail departments in Medicine Hat. That experience shines through when you choose TNT Detailing for your auto detail services.
New Alberta Premier and Cabinet Sworn in
Jason Kenney was sworn in as Alberta’s 18th Premier on April 30th at Government House in Edmonton. Along with Kenney, 22 cabinet ministers also took the oath of office. The cabinet is made up of 7 women and 15 men. A list of the cabinet is below: Doug Schweitzer – Minister of Justice Tyler Shandro…
City Seeks Feedback on Snow and Ice Control
Winter road maintenance affects everyone in Medicine Hat – whether driving, walking, cycling or using public transit. With memories of winter fresh on everyone’s minds, the City is seeking community feedback as part of a review on how it manages snow and ice control. Open Houses will take place on April 4 at the City’s Municipal…
New Member: House of Cars
House of Cars prides itself on being a company of opportunity and by offering the public – not only quality pre-owned vehicles – but access to House Of Cars’ exclusive (and very well-known) Credit Rebuilding Program. Over the years, the House of Cars has grown in its current location, and we have now hundreds of vehicles, Parts &…