On Friday, February 21, NASCO President Tiffany Melvin, J.D., addressed the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce at our MBiz Breakfast event, speaking about the economic impact of tri-national trade and the importance of USMCA/CUSMA to North America’s future success. “The bottom line is that trade throughout North America is absolutely essential…
Following protests and blockades, Via Rail has cancelled most of its service across Canada, and CN has shut down its rail network in Eastern Canada, halting freight traffic. In addition to rail blockades, there have been instances of bridge blockades. These disruptions may be having an impact on our members’…
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is asking for local chambers to take action in working towards a resolution to the CN rail blockades. To access a letter that Chamber leaders can adapt to send to regional political leaders urging government and law enforcement action, click here. To see Canadian Chamber…
We received many requests for access to Dr. Trevin Stratton’s February 6th, 2020 keynote address to the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce. He has graciously shared his presentation with us. Click the links below to access his stats and slides, as well as a short wrap-up video message: VIDEO MESSAGE (42…
Sheri Skalesky, Executive Director of the Selkirk Biz, says that their BizBucks gift card program has been an incredible success, helping to champion local business, and keeping important spending happening in the region. “The Selkirk Biz launched a paper $$$Chamber Dollar gift certificate program in 2001, and, although it worked…
The following op-ed, written by MCC President & CEO Chuck Davidson, was submitted to the Winnipeg Free Press and printed on January 28, 2020. For many Canadian communities on the fringes or further from this country’s largest urban centres, including many in Manitoba, broadband internet access remains an elusive goal….
Today (the third Monday in January) is often called “Blue Monday” or the “saddest day of the year,” although there isn’t any evidence to suggest that it’s any more sad than any other day of the month. So, what can we do at work to debunk this myth and combat…
When Invited by a Government Official to Attend a Roundtable Discussion on a Saturday Morning – You Go! By Kristi Meek, President & Executive Director, Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce Constituency staff of our newly elected Member of Parliament, Marty Morantz (PC), called me on a Thursday saying: “Do…
To read our pre-budget submission for 2020/21, click here. Every year, the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce submits a pre-budget commentary to the provincial government’s public consultation process. But we can all have our say. To participate in the consultation process, all Manitobans may send a written document by mail or…
Keeping Families Close When It’s Needed Most “At RMHC Manitoba, you’re assured that you’re not alone and there’s always support. Staying at Ronald McDonald House or Family Room gives you the feeling of a close-knit community, a family. To us, the H in RMHC Manitoba means Home.” – The Mistry…
