• The Voice of Business In Action
  • Canadian Chamber of Commerce  A Portrait of Small Business in Canada: Adaption, Agility, All at Once
  • Your Voice Matters to Us
• Upcoming Events
  • Spring Tradeshow 2024 - BOOK NOW!
  • The Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce February Member Mixer featuring The Fort McMurray Golf Club!
  • 2024 Fort McMurray Job Fair Presented by the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce
  • 2024 Birdies Fore Business Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
• Chamber Insights
  

  • Agricultural Drought Assistance: Minister Sigurdson

  • Early Learning and Child Care Engagement Survey
  • 6 Strategies to Improve Your  Business Networking Skills
• Resource and Learning Hub
  • Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

  • Product Demonstration Program

• Member Benefits
  • The Embroidery Zoo
  • Group Health Insurance Plans for Chamber Members
  • Promote Your Business with Member-to-Member Deals
• New Chamber Member Feature
  • G.O.A.T. Mechanical Services
  • NXT Accounting & Tax Services

Canadian Chamber of Commerce

A Portrait of Small Business in Canada: Adaption, Agility, All at Once

We are pleased to offer you a look at The Canadian Chamber of Commerce Business Data Lab's report, "A Portrait of Small Business in Canada: Adaption, Agility, All at Once".

 

"Despite representing 98% of Canadian businesses and employing two-thirds of the Canadian economy, there's a lot we're still discovering about small businesses.

 

This report, produced by our Business Data Lab in collaboration with Amazon Canada, delves deep into the new reality of Canadian small businesses, providing valuable insights into their challenges, innovations and resilience. It also explores how these businesses can thrive as major economic forces work against them ? including the rising cost of doing business, the highest borrowing costs in over two decades and increased pandemic debt loads."

Your Voice Matters to Us

At the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce, advocacy is at the heart of our mission. As the unified voice of business, we tirelessly represent your interests on the issues that impact our vibrant business community.

 

Whether you need support, have concerns, or wish to contribute to our advocacy efforts, we invite you to reach out through our advocacy page submission.

 

Alternatively, you can connect directly with our dedicated Executive Director, Dianna De Sousa, at ed@fortmcmurraychamber.ca.

 

Our Business Advocacy Committee plays a crucial role in engaging with all levels of government to influence policies, regulations, and decisions that foster a favorable business environment for success and growth in the Wood Buffalo region.

 

Your insights are invaluable, and we encourage you to share any issues or barriers affecting businesses in our region, be they municipal, provincial, or federal. Together, we can shape a thriving business landscape.

The Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce February Member Mixer featuring The Fort McMurray Golf Club!

2024 Fort McMurray Job Fair Presented by the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce

We invite all businesses to join us at the Regional Job Fair, your gateway to unlocking your talent potential. This event offers you the opportunity to tap into a diverse pool of job seekers and expand your team, whether you're a local enterprise or looking to connect with talent from beyond our borders.

 

When: Wednesday, March, 2024

Where: Shell Place - Grand Ballroom

2024 Birdies Fore Business Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

Stay in the know and join the fun at our

exciting events!

Agricultural Drought Assistance:

Minister Sigurdson

Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement on how the government is preparing to assist agricultural producers:

“Alberta’s agriculture industry is one of our key economic drivers and is part of the fabric of our culture. Every day, without fail, Alberta’s hard-working farmers, ranchers and agri-food producers deliver food to our tables..."

Early Learning and Child Care

Engagement Survey

Parents and guardians can help shape the transformation of the Early Learning and Child Care system in Alberta. Complete the survey by February 11, 2024.

Your feedback will help inform the ongoing transformation of the Early Learning and Child Care system from one funded by parents to one primarily funded by government. 

6 Strategies to Improve Your

Business Networking Skills

“It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” The adage is especially true in an ever more competitive business world, where strong relationships can make a direct contribution to your bottom-line.

Bonnie Elliot, Manager of BDC's Calgary Entrepreneurship Centre in Calgary

Elliot recommends a few strategies to help entrepreneurs improve their networking skills.

Canada Mortgage and

Housing Corporation (CMHC)

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is Canada’s national housing agency. Apply for National Housing Strategy or other CMHC funding to build or renovate affordable housing. 

Product Demonstration Program

Together with a strategic partner, the Product Demonstration Program provides up to $150,000 to Alberta tech companies who want to commercialize their products and achieve optimal market position to increase revenue and potentially expand into global markets. 

The Embroidery Zoo

The Embroidery Zoo offers personalized embroidery on a wide selection of products! Specializing in business brand embroidery for hats, sweaters, polos, hoodies, jackets, duffle bags, etc. Reach out to us to see how we can enhance your brand!

Volume discounts are available to Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce members!

Group Health Insurance Plans for Chamber Members

Chamber members have access to Canada's largest employee benefits plan targeted to small-to-medium sized business.

Introduced in 1970, Chambers Plan now provides coverage to over 30,000 firms like yours. Regardless of the size of your organization Chambers Plan can be customized to meet your needs, request a free quote today and let us show you how we can customize a plan for you.

Promote YOUR Business with

Member-to-Member Deals

Here's a little insider tip: You can enhance your business presence and

connect with fellow members by creating Member-to-Member Deals.

 

It's easier than you think!

 

Just follow these quick steps:

1. Log in to your Member Portal.
2. Click "Member-to-Member Deals" in the shortcuts menu.
3. Hit "Add Member-to-Member Deals" at the top to create your deal.

By doing this, you can:

• Boost your visibility within the community.
• Get featured in our newsletter.
• Attract potential leads from our member base.
• And so much more!

Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to expand your

network and grow your business.

G.O.A.T. Mechanical Services

NXT Accounting & Tax Services

Welcome to new Chamber Member, NXT Accounting & Tax Services!

 

Tax, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Forensic Audits, and Insurance Services!