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Celebrating Pride Month through Connection and Community
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Pride Coffee Connect this week. We were thrilled to welcome a fantastic turnout of local professionals, entrepreneurs, allies, and community members for a morning of conversation, connection, and celebration.
We're proud to support an inclusive business community and grateful to Wood Buffalo Pride for the incredible work they do throughout the year to create opportunities for our community to connect, celebrate, and learn together.
We hope to see many of you at the Wood Buffalo Pride Festival on Saturday, June 20. Be sure to stop by the Chamber booth and say hello! |
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Investing in Chamber Excellence at the CCEA Summit
This week, Tammy McGlennon, Member & Vendor Experience Specialist, and Jonathan Davies, Programs & Logistics Specialist, represented the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce at the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Alberta (CCEA) Summit in St. Albert.
The summit brought together Chamber professionals from across Alberta to explore leadership development, advocacy best practices, and member engagement strategies.
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Through workshops, peer discussions, and keynote presentations, our team is gaining valuable insights that will help strengthen the programs, advocacy efforts, and services we deliver to our members.
We're excited to bring new ideas back to Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo and continue building value for our business community. |
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Boots & Birdies: Rodeo on the Green presented by Kal Tire
One of the Chamber's most anticipated events is back! Join more than 140 business and community leaders for a day of networking, friendly competition, and western-inspired fun on the course. Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
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Limited team spots remain. Register today to avoid missing out! |
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Connect with fellow Chamber members and local business professionals from a private VIP suite as the Fort McMurray Giants take on the Sylvan Lake Gulls. Thursday, July 9, 2026 |
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Enjoy an evening of networking, relationship-building, and summer baseball in a relaxed atmosphere. |
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A Conversation with the RCMP: Downtown Safety, Crime Prevention & Community Action
Join Chamber leadership and the RCMP for an open discussion on downtown safety, crime prevention, and community partnerships. Learn about current initiatives, share your concerns, and connect directly with local law enforcement. Monday, July 13, 2026 |
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Registration is now open for one of Fort McMurray's premier recruitment events. Connect with hundreds of local job seekers, promote career opportunities, and build awareness for your organization. Wednesday, September 16, 2026 |
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Booth space is limited and this event regularly sells out, so early registration is encouraged. |
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Share Your Feedback, Strengthen Our Advocacy |
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Your voice helps shape the Chamber's advocacy priorities and ensures we're representing the issues that matter most to businesses across the Wood Buffalo region.
Our annual Membership Feedback Survey is now underway, and we're inviting Chamber members to share their insights on the challenges, opportunities, and priorities affecting local business.
Help us strengthen our advocacy efforts and build a stronger business community. |
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Last Chance: Provincial Priorities Survey
What are the biggest challenges facing your business today?
The Alberta Chambers of Commerce is seeking input to help shape provincial advocacy priorities for the year ahead.
The survey takes less than 8 minutes to complete and closes today at 5:00 PM. |
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Showcase Your Business |
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Want to connect directly with fellow Chamber members and tell your story? Our Member Feature Videos are a great way to highlight your business, showcase what makes you unique, and share your products, services, and expertise with the Chamber community.
Contact Tammy, our Member & Vendor Experience Specialist, to learn more and book your Member Feature Video. |
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Renewed Support for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities |
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A Busy June at Forbidden Chapters
June is full of opportunities for readers to connect at Forbidden Chapters. From author signings and book-themed events to community meet-ups and book discussions, there's something for every book lover this month.
Explore upcoming events and join Fort McMurray's growing community of readers. |
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Welcome, Alberta Employment First Network!
We're pleased to welcome Alberta Employment First Network (AEFN) to the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce. |
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AEFN is a provincial organization that champions inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities, helping build workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. Through advocacy, education, training, and collaboration, AEFN supports employers and communities across Alberta in creating more inclusive workforces.
We're excited to have AEFN as part of the Chamber community. |