310,300 net new jobs in 2012 impressive during modest economic expansion and global trends

Canadian Chamber of Commerce Economist Tina Kremmidas provides a report on labour market performance as one of a series of reports for members to provide added intelligence about specific issues facing Canadian businesses. Here is a recent interview with Tina by Canadian Chamber communication staff.
Q: Did you find anything surprising about the labour market performance [...]

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2013 Federal Budget addresses jobs and skills training — analysis

A news release issued by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is available on this website  or on the Canadian Chamber website
Analysis by our Canadian Chamber of Commerce
 
Fiscal Framework
Finance Minister Jim Flaherty’s eighth budget reinforces the government’s intent to balance the books by mid-decade (2015-16). In light of the risk-filled environment and modest economic growth, spending [...]

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Ottawa moves to confront skills challenge: federal budget

 
Canadian Chamber of Commerce News Release
Published: 03/21/2013
Ottawa, March 21, 2013 – The measures announced in today’s budget are a significant step forward in the federal government’s attack on Canada’s skills challenge. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce welcomes a more activist approach by all Canada’s governments to confront a growing problem.

“The skills problem leads our Top [...]

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Chamber of commerce voice of business leads to Small Business Accord in BC

 
 
 
 
News Release
Delta, BC (March 20, 2012) Delta Chamber of Commerce, along with chambers of commerce and boards of trade across the province, welcomed the Small Business Accord announced yesterday by Minister of State for Small Business Naomi Yamamoto as a huge step forward for small businesses in BC.
The Accord is a significant win for the [...]

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Strengthening commerce and industry and progress of Delta: Chamber Chair and Mayor [VIDEO]

Newly elected Chair of the Delta Chamber of Commerce Orville A. Nickel presents the Chamber’s new vision, “Strengthening commerce and industry because Delta matters.” Successful businesses are the backbone of a strong economy and this Chamber of Commerce is committed to supporting and promoting sound business practices to achieve positive economic results.
The world is knocking [...]

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Strengthening commerce and industry because Delta matters

DELTA, BC (March 13, 2013) The world is knocking on the doors of Delta businesses and the opportunities that lie before us are significant, according to the new Chair of the Delta Chamber of Commerce, Orville A. Nickel, of O.N.E. Corporation.

Speaking at the Delta Chamber’s annual general meeting, Nickel said that a strong economy helps [...]

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Apr 30 Delta North riding: 2013 Provincial Election All Candidates’ Meeting

[ April 30, 2013; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Delta Chamber of Commerce invites business owners and managers and residents, of Delta North area, to attend this provincial all candidates’ meeting to learn what positions the local candidates in the Delta North riding and their parties are taking on a range of business and community issues. Submit your questions for the candidates in [...]

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May 1 Delta South riding: 2013 Provincial Election All Candidates’ Meeting

[ May 1, 2013; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] The Delta Chamber of Commerce invites business owners and managers and residents of Delta to attend this provincial all candidates’ meeting to learn what positions the local candidates in the Delta South riding and their parties are taking on a range of business and community issues. Submit your questions for the candidates in advance or [...]

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