Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New CEO Prabha Ramaswamy |
The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome Prabha Ramaswamy as its new CEO. Ramaswamy is a champion of Saskatchewan business, a passionate community leader, and organizational visionary. |
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2022 AGM & Chair's Inauguration |
Last week, we hosted our 2022 AGM & Chair's Inauguration at the Sheraton Cavalier Hotel in Saskatoon, followed by a panel discussion on "Food, Fuel and Fertilizer" and a celebration of former SCC CEO Steve McLellan's retirement.
Thank you to everyone who attended and congratulations to the new Chair of the SCC, Evan Doepker!
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Results of the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Election |
We are pleased to share that the following candidates were successful in the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors election and were sworn in at the SCC's 2022 AGM + Chair's Inauguration last week:
Shawn Moen, 9 Mile Legacy Brewing Company
Cody Demerais, Limitless Gear Clothing
Leanne Parsons, K+S Potash Canada
Alicia Soulier, SalonScale
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InputSask 2021-22 Annual Report |
Over the past year, the SCC has gathered input from members and the public on subjects like economic landscape, government policy and regulations, and concerns or opportunities facing business in Saskatchewan.
This information informs our advocacy efforts and policy processes.
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EI Premium Increases - Letter |
On May 5, the SCC sent a letter to the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, to express the Saskatchewan business community’s concerns around the planned increases to EI premiums as outlined in Budget 2022. |
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Provide your input on subjects like economic landscape, government policy and regulations—and many other concerns or opportunities facing business in Saskatchewan.
Data gathered through InputSask is contextualized and shared with government and back to participating Insight Community users. It informs our advocacy efforts and policy process.
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SCC partners with SupplierLink Saskatchewan! |
The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce our partnership with SupplierLink Saskatchewan!
SupplierLink Saskatchewan is the construction industry’s single unified prequalification platform built to showcase vendor experience, capabilities and qualifications, featuring a filtered, searchable supplier directory.
Chamber members will receive a special discounted rate to have their business listed on SupplierLink Saskatchewan.
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Southeast College Summer Programs Released |
The SCC has partnered with Saskatchewan Colleges to deliver dynamic and informational management/leadership workshops that help employees build on their core business, supervisory and leadership skills. |
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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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Employer subsidies available through FuturePerfect by Katimivak |
FuturePerfect offers young people a vital stepping stone to a successful career by boosting their employability and professionalism. FuturePerfect covers the employers up to 90% of minimum wage during the 10-12 week employment program.
Katimavik welcomes partnership requests from all industry sectors including charitable organizations and non-profits. You support young professionals, we support you!
Program contact:
Nik Aleksijevic
438-372-6193
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Microsoft Coast to Coast Project |
Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned professional, mastering Microsoft Fundamentals can help jump-start your career while earning globally recognized and industry-endorsed Microsoft certifications.
From May 1-August 30, Saskatchewan Polytechnic is offering free self-paced online training for Microsoft Fundamental courses, including free certification exams!
Limited to 300 registrants.
Promo code: SPMS2022
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Canada Digital Adoption Program |
The federal government 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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Energy On Tap - Saskatchewan's Energy News |
When: May 26 @ 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Crave Kitchen + Wine Bar (Regina) & Virtual
Join us for a conversation with Brian Zinchuk, editor and owner of Pipeline Online – a publication dedicated to Saskatchewan's energy news that covers a broad scope of energy resources in the province.
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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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Mining Week in Saskatchewan:
Carbon Capture and Storage in Saskatchewan – Past, Present & Future
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When: May 31 @ 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Regina
Featuring insights from:
- Conway Nelson, Vice-President, Project Development & Advisory Services,
- International CCS Knowledge Centre,
- Adlai Majer, Director of New Energy, Whitecap Resources Inc.
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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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Indigenous Tech Sector Opportunities Forum |
Date: June 9 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Remai Modern (Saskatoon)
"The Saskatchewan Economic Development Network in partnership with the Government of Saskatchewan invites you to the Indigenous Tech Sector Opportunities Forum.
The event is designed to connect Indigenous leaders, business owners, educators, and investors with the leaders that are growing the tech sector in Saskatchewan. We will explore opportunities for education and training, careers, investment, start-up resources, and partnerships".
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2022 Sponsorship Opportunities |
Get your brand and business in front of hundreds of businesses across Saskatchewan! We currently have a number of sponsorship opportunities available for our 2022 events. |
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Minimum wage will increase to $13 per hour this year, $15 by 2024 (Government of Saskatchewan) |
On October 1, 2022, the provincial minimum wage will increase from $11.81 to $13.00 per hour.
“World events continue to put upward pressure on the cost of living in Saskatchewan and across Canada,” Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Minister Don Morgan said. “Our government is committed to ensuring life is affordable for our low income residents by increasing the minimum wage over the next three years. This commitment to affordability will support Saskatchewan workers, and ensure Saskatchewan is the best place to live, work, and raise a family.”
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BHP looking for ways to accelerate giant fertilizer project in Sask. (StarPhoenix)
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"BHP Group Ltd. is looking at ways to speed up development of a $5.7 billion potash project in Saskatchewan at a time when creaking supply chains are pushing up crop nutrient prices.
BHP isn’t building the Jansen project “for what may play out in the next six months,” but rather for its long-term value, said BHP's president for Americas minerals Ragnar Udd."
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Saskatchewan government boosting development on potential hydrogen hub (Global News) |
"The government of Saskatchewan has announced it will push development work on a potential hydrogen hub in the Regina-Moose Jaw area.
On Monday, the government said that it will provide investors with a “thorough analysis” of commercial-scale hydrogen opportunities and synergies with carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) infrastructure in the province.
Ministry of Energy and Resources officials are working with Whitecap Resources and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) on this front, while the Transition Accelerator and the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) will develop a foundation report study."
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Cameco and Orano increase ownership in Cigar Lake uranium mine (NucNet) |
"Canadian uranium company Cameco and Orano group subsidiary Orano Canada have reached an agreement with Idemitsu Canada Resources to acquire its share in the world’s highest-grade uranium mine, Cigar Lake, in northern Saskatchewan, Canada."
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SCC Indigenous Awareness Training: Level 3: Indigenous Protocols & Cultural Traditions in Saskatchewan
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When: June 14 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Virtual
This session has been designed as a supplemental course to Indigenous Awareness Training Level 1: Myths and Misconceptions and provides participants with an in depth look at Indigenous Protocols and Cultural Traditions in Saskatchewan, including how to interact with Indigenous senior officials, Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
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SaskTel Indigenous Youth Awards of Excellence |
"The SaskTel Indigenous Youth Awards of Excellence celebrate outstanding achievement in our young people. The Wicihitowin Foundation with our Title Sponsor SaskTel established the awards in 1997 with the support of the public, government, and private sector."
Deadline to apply: May 31, 2022.
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Saskatchewan Announces Funding of $532,000 to Train Indigenous Job Seekers in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector (Government of Saskatchewan) |
"The Government of Saskatchewan has announced one-time funding of $532,000 to provide training support for Indigenous job seekers to develop the skills they need to enter the hospitality and tourism sector.
The Hospitality and Tourism program is in response to labour needs and aims to improve the employment rate of Indigenous people in the Saskatchewan workforce. The funding will support approximately 100 Indigenous job seekers to increase their skills to enter or advance their employment in the hospitality and tourism sector."
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Pitch to win $200,000 in cash prizes, apply for the Indigenous Entrepreneur Awards, access on-demand and live learning sessions, and get free tools, resources and opportunities to reach more customers.
Deadline to apply: June 21, 2022
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