The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Responds to 2022-23 Federal Budget |
The Government of Canada’s 2022-23 Budget, which was released on April 7, contains several important items for Saskatchewan businesses. |
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COVID-19 Impact Survey - Results |
The InputSask COVID-19 Business Impact Survey has been conducted in 2020, 2021, and 2022.
The results provide insights into what is impacting Saskatchewan business two years into the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The SCC Responds to the Government of Saskatchewan's 2022-23 Budget |
“The last couple of years have been a struggle. The Saskatchewan Chamber is happy that Saskatchewan is looking to get back on track and believes the 2022-23 Budget is a reasonable step in this direction.” |
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Green Bond Framework Letter |
The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce recently sent a letter to Minister Freeland and other provincial and federal leaders expressing our disappointment in the exclusion of nuclear energy from Canada’s Green Bond Framework. |
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Clean Electricity Standard Letter |
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Communication Styles, Team Dynamics & Stress Management Workshop |
SCC member Jolene Watson, Professional Speaker & Trainer, MBTI® Certified Practitioner and President of Clarity Coaching & Development, is currently offering an exciting new Communication Styles, Team Dynamics & Stress Management Workshop.
By attending this eight-hour course, you’ll gain valuable new skills in understanding communication styles, time management, team dynamics, team meeting etiquette (online and in-person), networking skills, and stress and change management.
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With the Government of Canada fast-tracking temporary residency for Ukrainian refugees, chambers across Saskatchewan have committed to welcoming individuals and families who are fleeing the conflict in Ukraine.
Hire to Help offers several ways that Saskatchewan’s business community can welcome and help settle newcomers to the province, including a list of programs, where and how to post jobs, ways to donate and more.
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COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Self Test Kits |
To help support the Saskatchewan business community, we are distributing two-week supplies of COVID-19 rapid antigen self test kits for personal use and for businesses with under 10 employees.
Days: Tuesdays + Fridays
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: 200-2221 Cornwall St., Regina
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University of Regina CCE Launches Business Essentials Program |
Starting in May, the U of R Centre for Continuing Education is launching Business Essentials for customer-facing workers and managers across all industries and builds skills in Stress Management, Change Management, Process Improvement, Customer Experience and Retention, as well as Employee Experience.
Completed in six three-hour modules and delivered by highly-experienced and engaging instructors from the local community.
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Sask-Ukraine TK-500 Project |
Or call UCC Saskatchewan: 1-888-652-5850
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Canada Digital Adoption Program |
The federal government recently launched the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) to help Canadian small- and medium-sized businesses grow their online presence and upgrade or adopt their digital technologies.
Under the CDAP, Canadian small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can assess their digital readiness and apply for grants and loans online.
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UR Alumni PD Award Fund Announced |
The University of Regina is excited about its first-ever U of R Alumni PD Award fund. $25,000 in professional development funding is available to U of R alumni for either credit or non-credit offerings.
Individuals can apply for up to $500 per term.
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7 Things Small Business Owners Should Look For In A CRM Platform - Marketing 360 |
All business owners want to achieve growth and do it in the most efficient way possible. In the digital age, this means leveraging technology that enables you to automate and streamline your marketing activities.
It’s time to retire that Excel spreadsheet used to keep track of your customers, and time to consider Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
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Energy On Tap - Geothermal Energy w/ DEEP |
When: April 28 @ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Crave Kitchen + Wine Bar (Regina) & Virtual
Energy On Tap is back in person with special guest Kirsten Marcia, President and CEO of DEEP!
Join us as we learn about DEEP Earth Energy Production – a privately held corporation whose mission is to develop Saskatchewan's geothermal resources for power generation.
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2022 AGM & Chair's Inauguration + Steve McLellan's Retirement Reception |
When: May 12 @ 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel
We invite you to join us for the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce's (SCC) 2022 Annual General Meeting & Chair's Inauguration. This event will include the 2022 AGM , the swearing in of the 2022-23 Chair of the SCC (Mr. Evan Doepker), a luncheon and a presentation from a keynote speaker.
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We will also celebrate past SCC CEO Steve McLellan’s retirement the evening of May 12 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
This reception-style event at the Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel will begin with a cocktail hour before moving into a program that will feature virtual and in-person speakers sharing memorable stories about Steve.
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The 2022 ABEX Awards presented by Conexus Credit Union - Apply or Nominate a Business |
When: November 5
Where: Prairieland Park - Saskatoon
Is there a business that you believe deserves recognition for demonstrating business excellence this past year? Nominate them for an ABEX Award!
If that business is yours, apply for one (or more) of our ABEX Award categories today.
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SCSA Constructing Safety Leadership Conference |
When: April 27 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Virtual
The Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA) presents this one-day online conference for construction industry leaders to learn from experts on issues, emerging technology and current trends in safety excellence.
The 2022 conference theme will focus on Building a Resilient Future with sessions including a mental health keynote address, a safety leadership panel, facilitated networking, legal trends, a forum on safety innovation and a tech demonstration.
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When: May 3-4
Where: Virtual
This conference is a professional development opportunity for career development, employment, and education—bringing speakers, presentations, and relevant insightful discussions to solutions-focused participants.
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First Nations University of Canada Spring Celebration Powwow |
When: June 4-5
Where: Brandt Centre - Regina, SK
"First Nations University of Canada Powwow invites you to join us as we celebrate through song and dance! The event is open to the public and we highly encourage you to bring a friend or your family to enjoy the event!"
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Saskatchewan Still Canada's #1 Jurisdiction For Mining Investment (Government of Saskatchewan) |
"Saskatchewan has retained its #1 spot as the best place in Canada, and is the second-best jurisdiction globally, for mining investment attractiveness, according to the 2021 Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Mining Companies." |
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Saskatoon unemployment rate hits an 8 year low! (SREDA) |
"Economic recovery in Saskatoon continues at a fast pace. Saskatoon CMA has gained 1,600 jobs and the unemployment rate continues to fall further to 4.6% from 4.8% last month – the lowest since 2014 – approaching lows last seen before the 2008 Financial Crisis and the 2014 Oil Crash." |
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Great Western Brewing planning $40M brewery expansion after Saskatoon city council approval (CBC Saskatoon) |
Congratulations to SCC member Great Western Brewing Company on their expansion!
"The approval now means that the brewery will begin a multi-year process to modernize and expand production. In total, Great Western plans to spend just under $40 million on the project."
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$750,000 boost for families at Children’s Hospital (battlefordsNOW) |
"The families of children in the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatchewan will have another avenue for financial relief when it comes to details like buying food, paying for parking or even buying gas."
SCC member Conexus Credit Union announced that they would give $750,000 to the Children’s Hospital Foundation with the goal of helping families pay for everyday items while their children are in the hospital.
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Gensource steps closer to first production with Innovare acquisition (Mining.com) |
"Canadian potash upstart Gensource Potash Corporation (TSXV: GSP; AIM: GSP) has reached a binding agreement to buy the outstanding equity of Innovare Technologies, a privately-held developer of patented selective solution mining and brine processing technology to recover potash and other soluble minerals." |
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Cameco donates $35,000 to Blind River (Elliot Lake News) |
"Cameco has announced a $35,000 donation to the food bank and community centre in Blind River.
The food bank received $10,000 and the community centre $25,000 in the joint Cameco donation."
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SCC Indigenous Awareness Training |
Join SCC Director of Indigenous Engagement Nick Crighton for two half-day sessions of Indigenous Awareness Training Level 1: Myths & Misconceptions on May 3 & 4 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Open to SCC members and the general public, these introductory sessions cover the history of First Nation & Métis peoples in Saskatchewan from pre-contact to today, including Treaties and the TRC Calls to Action.
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SaskMétis Works - Certified Métis Saskatchewan Business Directory
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"The SaskMétis Works Business Directory will provide procurement managers and buyers with direct access to certified, Saskatchewan-based, Métis businesses in every sector of the economy.
In doing so, the SaskMétis Works Business Directory will enhance Métis inclusion in Saskatchewan’s economy and assist government and industry in achieving their indigenous procurement targets. "
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Reconciliation Action Planning - Morris Interactive |
When: May 17 @ 10:00 AM
Where: Virtual
This webinar will take stock of the efforts to advance economic reconciliation in the past seven years, as well as what action can be taken to provide more opportunities and economic sovereignty for Indigenous peoples across Canada.
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Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation to receive $43.3 million land claim settlement (The Star Phoenix) |
"Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation and the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have reached a settlement agreement for Ahtahkakoop’s Treaty Land Entitlement claim.
Ahtahkakoop will be paid $30.7 million from the federal government and $12.6 million from the provincial government, for a total of $43.3 million.
Treaty Land Entitlement claims are intended as a remedy for cases where First Nations did not get all the reserve land that was promised under a treaty. "
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FHQ Developments - Charity Fundraiser |
"Golf has never been more popular and what better way to showcase your company's logo than to partner with Cubbon on this Indigenous Awareness campaign.
For every dozen sold, $6.00 will be donated to the Regina Treaty/Status Indian Services.
Our goal is to donate $12,000+ to this amazing organization."
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'An Indigenous worldview': Reconciliation partnerships highlighted at SUMA convention (CTV News Regina) |
"Director of Indigenous Engagement for the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Nick Crighton said the province’s municipalities can be partners in reconciliation.
“Start seeing things with an Indigenous worldview to make it more inclusive,” said Crighton. “Call First Nation and Métis communities and bring them on to boards and committees – whoever is naming streets or parks. Those are just some aspects of inclusivity we can see long term.”"
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