PLEASE NOTE: The next edition of Chamber News will be on May 24 due to next week's Peace Region Energy Show.
Contact our office for more information by email info@gpchamber.com or phone 780-532-5340.

The next installment in this free online series is on Wednesday, May 11 from 10:00-11:00 AM featuring Brian Grant, CEO for the Grande Prairie Airport Commission. There's no cost to participate but registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Click on the image to register.
The Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce has a Ribbon Cutting for HeARTh Social Profit Company on Thursday, May 12, 2022.

The location is 10029 97 Avenue.

The Ribbon Cutting ceremony is scheduled for 2:00 PM.

"HeARTh Social Profit Company is a social profit business emerging to fill important gaps in our community care in Grande Prairie, Edmonton, Calgary and Red Deer and area. We have developed a model of care based on the Medicine Wheel, Maslow's Hierarchy of needs and a philosophy of outward accountability, self-reliance, and sustainability. We give a way of operating and a delivery system that gets people out of current and limiting boxes to discover new possibilities in the Art of "being"."

There's no cost to attend and no registration is required. 
The Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce has a Ribbon Cutting for Care in a Pinch Inc. on Friday, May 13, 2022.

The location is 11801 100 Street, Prairie Mall.

The Ribbon Cutting ceremony is scheduled for 11:00 AM.

"We know finding a babysitter or play-care facility you trust can be stressful and difficult. We have been there, lived it. At Care in a Pinch Inc, our focus is helping parents handle all of life’s possibilities, without the worry of finding quality childcare. We provide safe and inclusive environments for the children in our care, whether at our event play-care centre or through our residential babysitting services. Our secure and rigid screening process means we only work with highly-qualified and reputable childcare professionals and educators who are ready to help your child(ren) learn, grow and thrive. Care in a Pinch Inc. adopts a play-based, child-centered approach to all things we do. We are proud to offer residential babysitting services to keep structure and routine or provide a new environment for children 3 months to 12-years old. We are responsive to children's interests to create meaningful independent learning experiences, and prioritize active participation, relationship building, curiosity, and play-based learning."

There's no cost to attend and no registration is required. 
FREE DIGITAL ASSESSMENT FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

Your new guides to digital transformation, the Digital Service Squad of Emma Doris, Devansh Kapoor, and Max Kozlov are here to help local businesses with a free digital assessments. Book a 1 on 1 session by visiting our website and they will help you optimize your online presence at no cost.
Boosting tech innovation across the province

The province will invest $18.7 million over three years in the eight regional innovation networks, including the Grande Prairie Regional Innovation Network, to foster and support high-potential startups and entrepreneurs, help diversify the economy and create jobs.

Provincial Court of Alberta expanded

Four new judicial positions and eight vacancies have been filled, making this the largest number of judges to be appointed at one time in Alberta’s history. Steven Hinkley, QC, of Grande Prairie has been appointed to the Northern Region of the provincial court effective May 4.

Canada West Foundation
BLOG | Energy Jobs of the Future: How to Thrive in an Evolving Industry

In February, Canada West Foundation hosted Energy Jobs of the Future - a dynamic event that explored changing employment needs in the energy sector. Our panelists, who represented...

Expanding seats for veterinary medicine

Alberta’s government is investing $8.4 million over three years to support enrolment expansion in the faculty of veterinary medicine program at the University of Calgary. Additionally, $59 million in capital funding over three years will support the construction of new infrastructure to accommodate future learners.

Streamlining professional governance laws

Professional regulatory organizations are responsible for the governance, registration, conduct and discipline of their registrants. The proposed act affects 22 non-health professional regulatory organizations.

Expanding financial literacy programs for students

More students will gain valuable financial literacy knowledge and skills to prepare them for success today and in the future.

Building capacity for artificial intelligence

GovLab.ai will create opportunities for Alberta’s public and private sectors to create intellectual property while accelerating Alberta’s recovery and economic diversification through artificial intelligence.

Digital Economy Program: Marketing Essentials For Your Business

The business saying "build it and they will come" is no longer valid. Business owners now need to know up-to-date strategies and tools they can use to bring customers to their site or through their doors. Join us on May 18th to learn how you can grow your business through marketing. You'll walk away from this webinar knowing the following (and more):
  • How you can get help creating your online store for free
  • How to access one-on-one digital support in your area
  • What tools and strategies can improve your online presence
Sign up today and learn how the Digital Economy Program can help you!

Level Up Series: Purpose & Value Proposition
May 19

Learn how to define your unique purpose, offer, and value proposition in a crowded market.

Master Your Business Model
May 25

Learn how to utilize the Business Model Canvas to develop your idea or transform an existing business. In this workshop, you will see how each element of your business operates and how everything is connected.
You'll walk away from this interactive session with:
  • A tool to describe, design, challenge, invent or pivot your business model
  • Definitions and applications for each of the nine sections
  • How Business Link Strategists can support you with your Business Model Canvas or other planning resources
Presented by David and Joanne, Business Link Small Business Strategists.

Registration Opens Tomorrow: Women in Business Summit 2022 
Restarting, Reimagining, Accelerating and Recuperating: Women in the Post-Pandemic Era | June 22 | Virtual 

This full day virtual event will feature diverse panel discussions, candid sessions and spotlights female entrepreneurship, inclusive recovery in the workplace, women's mental health and the transitioning of women into high-demand jobs in high-demand sectors, including recruitment, retraining, retention.