Edmonton Chamber of Commerce

Does Edmonton need a 'brand'? Chatted with Edmonton Chamber CEO Doug Griffiths about how to push downtown rejuvenation further (more CRL, office-to-condo retrofits). He also suggested the city could benefit from branding eg reviving 'City of Champions' podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how…

📑 Read & download the full plan: edmontonchamber.com/municipal-acti…

At the Chamber, we believe this city should be rich, in every sense of the word. Rich in opportunity. Rich in vibrancy. Rich in ideas. Rich in what it delivers for the people who live, work, and do business here. Our Municipal Action Plan is a roadmap for the next City Council, grounded in what the #yegbusiness community says we need to get back on track. We’re calling on candidates to think more like business owners: bold, disciplined, accountable. Because Edmonton can, and must, be richer. 📑 Read & download the full plan: edmontonchamber.com/municipal-acti…

Nearly 3 out of 4 hashtag#yeg businesses say infrastructure is critical to their success — but most rate it as underperforming. Our latest Policy Insight reveals where investment is falling short, what matters most to local companies, and the top recommendations they want governments to act on. Visit our website to download the full report and see what Edmonton’s business community is saying. edmontonchamber.com/2025/08/18/pol…

We placed a little something in Modern Luxuria this month — our proud media sponsor for Chamber After Hours. Drinks, dialogue, and the kind of connections that go somewhere. 🎟️ Get your Chamber After Hours ticket: business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details…

Each week, we track key developments across all orders of government that could impact our business community. From elections to trade policy, we monitor what matters—and speak up where it counts. Here is this weeks' update:

Back by popular demand—Chamber After Hours returns Thursday, June 26! Join us for an evening of rooftop views, curated cocktails, and unbeatable conversations at the Pendennis Building. This is your chance to reconnect with Edmonton’s business community in one of downtown’s most iconic spaces. Reserve your spot here: business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details…

Get your business playoff-ready with our new Oilers Playoff Business Toolkit. Let's get our city ready for the final round! Whether you’re a restaurant, retailer, or service provider, this toolkit is packed with everything! Download it now: edmontonchamber.com/gooilersgo/

Restaurant spending near Rogers Place jumped as much as +89% on game days — with city-wide increases up to +24%. The playoffs boost restaurants, retailers & more — and it brings our whole city together. So, consider this your reason to go watch the game tonight, let’s go, Oilers!

From one centre to 11 locations, @kepler_academy has grown with purpose — and it all starts with how they’re rethinking early learning. We stopped by their downtown location to learn more. 📍 Newest site now open in Summerside! #YEGBiz #YEGParents

All aboard for connection! 🚢 Join us aboard the @YEGRiverboat for a special summer edition of Coffee with the Chamber. 🗓️ June 20 | 9–10:30 AM 🎟️ Tickets are open to Chamber members exclusively for the first two weeks 🔗 Learn more + RSVP: business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details…

Downtown Edmonton has 69,000 jobs, 1,600 businesses & 12,000 residents—but high vacancies persist. We’re excited City Council endorsed the $553M Downtown Action Plan to bring people & investment back. 📩 Want to speak at June’s hearing? Email us at policy@edmontonchamber.com. 🔗 Read our full statement: edmontonchamber.com/2025/05/22/dow… #YEGBiz #YEGDowntown @CityofEdmonton

This is your weekly pulse check on the policies, politics, and decisions shaping Edmonton’s business landscape. Stay informed. Stay ahead. Sign up to receive our member-only Policy Pulse newsletter, where we delve into the details here: edmontonchamber.com

If you were mayor for a day… what would you change? That’s what we asked at State of Our City: Let’s Get Down to Business, presented by @EPCOR. The event sparked bold, solutions-focused dialogue from Edmonton’s civic and business leaders. 🔗 Recap: edmontonchamber.com/2025/05/12/may…

Mental health, safety & recovery impact us all—especially Edmonton’s business core. Join @EdmontonChamber + Minister Dan Williams for a timely discussion on policy + economic impact. 🗓 May 12 | 8:30–10:00 AM | 📍 World Trade Centre 🎟 RSVP: business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details…

#ChamberAfterHours is where Edmonton’s leaders connect—and it wouldn’t be possible without our partners: 🎶 @artsedmonton 🍸 @lloydsadd 📸 @inceptionyeg 🎟️ Halfway sold out–secure your spot now: business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details…

On May 23, join us at The Villa by Nerval for a cultural twist on Coffee with the Chamber – in partnership with @Sifarishorg – as we celebrate #AsianHeritageMonth! Enjoy chai & mango lassi, connect from Spice Bros Edmonton, and learn about @sevayeg. 🔗 heyor.ca/zXABsh

Join us May 15 at the beautifully restored @PendennisYEG for Chamber After Hours — an evening of curated conversation, connection & community. 🗓 May 15 | 🕓 4:00–late 📍 Pendennis Building 🎟️ heyor.ca/XwCKuJ 📩 Sponsor this event: sponsorship@edmontonchamber.com.

Crime is down, but 911 calls are rising—especially near Edmonton transit centres. Join Minister Dan Williams to discuss mental health, addiction recovery & building a safer, more resilient downtown. 🗓 May 12 | 8:30 AM | 📍 World Trade Centre 🔗 heyor.ca/R9FI61

Just days away! Join us May 8 for State of Our City: Let’s Get Down to Business, presented by @EPCOR. Real conversations. Real solutions. 📅 May 8 | 🕚 11:00 AM–1:30 PM 📍 Edmonton Convention Centre – Hall D 🎟️ Get your ticket(s): business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details…