News for Press Release
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
May 9, 2023 - The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the expansion of the Saskatchewan Labour Market Council to include key business leaders and leaders of Saskatchewan’s educational institutions. The Council will take a solutions-based approach to providing labour market insight and recommendations to the provincial government and Saskatchewan employers.
“Saskatchewan is ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, General News Article, Human Interest, Media Releases, Press Release
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
REGINA, SK - The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is pleased to see that the 2023 federal budget includes tax incentives to help level the playing field for businesses competing with the US Inflation Reduction Act, and that it has announced plans to establish a Transportation Supply Chain Office and the development of a long-term roadmap for Canada's transportation infrastructure.
“Western ...read more
Categories: Economic, Political, Chamber, Media Releases, Press Release
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
News Release For Immediate ReleaseMarch 22, 2023Growth That Works for Everyone: Saskatchewan Chamber Reacts to Provincial Budget
Regina, SK – The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce (SCC) is pleased with many aspects of today’s Provincial Budget but it does fall short in addressing a few priorities that are important to our members.
A survey of SCC members identified several priorities ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Press Release, Political
Monday, November 28, 2022
Regina, SK – The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce (SSC) is excited to announce it will be hosting the first-ever Food, Fuel, and Fertilizer Business Summit (FFFBS). This unique event takes place Feb. 14 – 15, 2023 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon, SK. The FFFBS is being put on in partnership with the Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia Chambers of Commerce.
“Western Canada has 85 percent of ...read more
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Saturday, November 05, 2022
Saskatoon, SK - The 2022 ABEX Awards, presented by Conexus Credit Union, brought together a wide range of businesses from across the province at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon, SK on November 5.
Maven Water and Environment took home top honours of the night with the ‘Business of the Year’ Award, sponsored by the Grant Thornton LLP, as well as the ABEX Growth & Expansion award, sponsored by PFM ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Media Releases, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Regina, SK – On October 11, 2022, the Government of Saskatchewan released a paper titled Drawing the Line: Defending Saskatchewan’s Economic Autonomy during an event at the Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce. This document outlines notable costs to Saskatchewan’s economy – $111 billion over 12 years – due to nine federal climate change policies, with direct compliance costs being ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Media Releases, Education, Press Release
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Regina, SK – The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce (SCC) has been honouring the achievements of Saskatchewan business with the ABEX Awards since 1984 and is thrilled to be hosting the 2022 ABEX Awards, presented by Conexus Credit Union, in person for the first time since 2019.
The hybrid awards gala will take place at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon on November 5. For those who are unable to ...read more
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Thursday, April 28, 2022
Regina, SK – The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Prabha Ramaswamy as its new CEO. Ramaswamy is a champion of Saskatchewan business, a passionate community leader, and organizational visionary.
“I look forward to collaborating with all our stakeholders to build the strongest business eco-system in Canada,” said Ramaswamy. “Saskatchewan has what the world needs and is ...read more
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Friday, April 08, 2022
Regina, SK – The Government of Canada’s 2022-23 Budget, which was released yesterday, contains several important items for Saskatchewan businesses. This year’s budget did not introduce any COVID-19 support programs; coupling this with the strengthening of Canada’s economy has dropped the deficit from past projections, with the 2022-23 deficit estimated at $52.8 billion. While a balanced budget is ...read more
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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Regina, SK – The Government of Saskatchewan’s 2022-23 Budget, which was released today, contains several important items for Saskatchewan businesses. This year’s budget, themed ‘Back on Track,’ focused on economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and public investment in both human resources, capital, and health care.
“The last couple of years have been a struggle. The Saskatchewan ...read more
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Tuesday, January 25, 2022
WCB extending COVID-19 cost relief for employers with accepted COVID-19 claims
The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce (SCC) applauds the WCB for continuing cost relief for employers with accepted COVID-19 claims. The SCC believes it is unfair to unduly penalize employers for COVID-related claims, especially as most workplaces have made significant physical modifications, implemented mandates, ...read more
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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Business Wise Coaching Ltd partners with Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce to provide training opportunities for SMEs
Regina, SK – A new partnership between Business Wise (B Wise) Coaching and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce (SCC) will support SCC members and their employees by delivering targeted business development programs geared toward small and medium sized businesses ...read more
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Tuesday, November 16, 2021
Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is Transitioning with Retirement of Longtime CEO
The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce has served the provincial business community for over a century and is about to begin another chapter with the retirement of CEO Steve McLellan in late January 2022.
“Steve has served in the role of CEO since 2007 and he has decided that it’s time for him to retire, allowing ...read more
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Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Network Sees Huge Positive Response to Rapid Tests
This week, 18 chambers of commerce in Saskatchewan and several businesses began distributing rapid tests for individuals across the province.
“The response has been amazing. In Swift Current, they ran out of kits within 45 minutes and people are thrilled to finally have access to these important tools to aid in ...read more
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