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G20’s Indo-Pacific Focus: Canada Can’t Afford to Miss This Opportunity |
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With the G20 taking place in New Delhi in early September, we have the chance to focus our attention squarely on the Indo-Pacific market, and India specifically.
Indeed, doing so was our goal as we took part of the B20, the official G20 dialogue forum with the global business community, that also took place in New Delhi..
Our President and CEO Perrin Beatty and EDC’s President and CEO Mairead Lavery recently penned an op-ed that spoke to the importance of participating in this event that had several of our members as part of the delegation.
Diversifying and strengthening Canada’s economic activities in the Indo-Pacific is critical to supporting ongoing free trade negotiations, as well as for securing our participation in major regional initiatives. As a priority market for Canada, India will continue to be a key focus of our engagement in the Indo-Pacific region. |
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ICYMI - Policy Matters: Our Blueprint for a Stronger Economy |
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As we all get our head back in “back to school” mode leading up to Labour Day, it’s time to turn our attention to “back to business”.
In our August edition of the Policy Matters Series, we talked about the upcoming Federal Budget and the recommendations the Chamber made as part of the pre-budget consultations.
As the government hunkers down over the priorities leading to its next Budget, it reaches out to various groups representing every sector of the economy to share their insights and recommendations.
These recommendations are shared through Pre-Budget Submissions to the government’s Standing Committee on Finance, and provide an opportunity for sector-specific expertise to shape the next budget.
Our submission and our subsequent Policy Matters focused on what we believe the priorities for the government should be as we head into 2024. It may be a useful (re)read as you get “back to business” and the government returns to Ottawa after summer break. |
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Are you a Small Business Owner? We Want to Hear from You! |
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Small Business Week (October 15-21) is coming up and we want to know what would you tell your younger self setting out on your entrepreneurial journey? Why did you take the entrepreneurial route? What advice would you share with new entrepreneurs? Share your wisdom with us in a brief survey and we’ll share your insider tips during Small Business Week. |
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The Business of Business: Supporting Small Business with TD’s Tara-Lynn Hughes |
Despite Canada's strong entrepreneurial spirit, SMEs face immense challenges that are unique and unlike those large businesses face. In this latest Business of Business video, our President and CEO Perrin Beatty sits down with Tara-Lynn Hughes, Senior Vice President of Retail Banking at TD as they look at the challenges that small businesses face and how they can best be supported. |
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IMPACT |
Executive Summit Series - The Future of Canada’s Aviation Sector | September 25 | 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET | National Arts Centre, Ottawa |
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After a brief hiatus over the summer, our Executive Summit Series begins again. Our first summit takes off with a focus on the aviation sector. We will delve into challenges, opportunities and solutions that support a strong and resilient air transportation sector in Canada.
Against a backdrop of intense competition, regional connectivity, financial strain, consumer dissatisfaction, labor issues and governmental influence, we’re facilitating this important national conversation. |
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Update from Accessibility Standards Canada | August 31 | 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET | Virtual |
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The Rick Hansen Foundation is pleased to present this upcoming webinar. Created under the Accessible Canada Act, Accessibility Standards Canada (ASC) is an accredited standards development organization, creating accessibility standards for federally regulated entities and federal organizations, advancing research, and sharing information related to accessibility.
In this session, Dino Zuppa, Chief Operating Officer, will provide an overview and update on new and forthcoming accessibility standards, how people with lived and professional experience can apply to join technical committees and funding opportunities for accessibility research. |
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Canada Small Business Financing Program: Helping Your Small Business Start or Grow |
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The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.
Recent changes to the program provide lenders and small businesses with additional financing products, new class of loans, increased loan amounts and terms, improved loan conditions and decreased administrative burden. |
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Receive Support, Advice and Tools for Your Small Business in Your Inbox |
Gain access to our SME Institute’s top picks for resources and hear about any updates or offers we have by signing up for our SME Institute Insider newsletter. |
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Alternative Fuels: The Port of Montreal Embarks on an E-Methanol Research Project |
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Our member, the Port of Montreal, is going the distance to decarbonize shipping.
Earlier this summer, it launched a research project with numerous parties -- over the next two years, the Port and its partners will commit to the shipping industry's energy transition, and will strive to identify, characterize and test optimal blends of e-methanol, a 100% decarbonated alternative fuel, and marine diesel suitable for use by vessels on the St. Lawrence.
Through this bold initiative, Quebec could cut its greenhouse gas emissions from shipping by 40,000+ tonnes a year.
Coincidentally, we recently participated in an event with the Port of Montreal, that brought various Canadian Chamber Network members together for a productive work session. The future of the St. Lawrence corridor is also the future of Quebec, Ontario, the Atlantic provinces, and all of Canada. |
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The Mosaic Company Unveils Mosaic Biosciences |
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Earlier this month, our member The Mosaic Company announced the formation of the Mosaic Biosciences platform, a global initiative to bring the latest science and innovation to the agriculture market. The technologies from Mosaic Biosciences enhance crop health and support the natural biology in plants and soil, maximizing the yield potential of every field.
Analysts suggest the market for agricultural biologicals could reach $30 billion by 2029, and Mosaic continues to invest in biological technologies to bring best-in-class technology to growers. An established leader in crop nutrition, Mosaic’s growing portfolio of proven biological products complements and enhances the performance of traditional crop nutrients. |
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