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In the NewsVolunteers serve up double doubles for a good cause and

NorQuest College makes big plans for future expansion.

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Summer in Our City

The chamber went to Lethbridge to talk policy and

came back with brand new resolutions to better serve

businesses in Alberta.

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THURSDAY JUNE 24, 2010EDMONTON EXPO CENTRE - NORTHLANDS

CHAOS

World Trade Centre Edmonton 17

Workforce Diversity Edmonton 18

Community Champions 20

Edmonton International Airport 21

EEDC 22

Chamber Special Events 23

Chamber Members 24

Faces and Places 27

Grey Cup FeverGetting ready to celebrate big10

The Best of EdmontonA guide to summer events14

The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival contributed an estimated

$10 million to the economy in Albertas capital last summer. That was just one big festival,add up all of the festivals, conferences and summertime events and the combined total

plays a vital role in the Edmonton economy.

Commerce Newsinvestigates this important sector, just in time for summer vacation.

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NorQuest downtown camp

usNorQuest College president and CEO Wayne Shillington

presented the colleges downtown campus vision to a full crowd

at the downtown Rotary Club luncheon on May 10. Plans call for a

new building, the North Learning Centre, to be constructed directly

north of the existing main building at 10215-108 St.

Once built, the North Learning Centre will meet our growth

needs for a decade, said Shillington. As Edmontons community

college, our vision is to create a vibrant downtown campus that

consolidates our existing Edmonton locations, improving access toservices, teaching technology and supportive learning space.

A sustainable and efficient building that will more than double

NorQuests existing on-site capacity, the North Learning Centre will

face Capital Boulevard (108 Street), bounded by 103 Avenue and

107 Street. The 27,500-square-metre, five-storey building will pro-

vide state-of-the-art smart classrooms, a daycare centre, a new li-

brary, food services, student activity space and green space.

While construction is not approved by government at this time,

the Government of Alberta has committed $5 million to complete

planning activities through the design development stage by early

2011. NorQuests goal is to continue to work with government to

be shovel ready when government has the funds to proceed withthe project.

The downtown campus expansion project is one of Shillingtons

final public announcements as president, as he gets ready to retire

at the end of June. During his 12 years as president, Shillington has

lead the college from the government-operated Alberta Vocational

College to a board-governed, public institution that is now the larg-

est community college in Alberta, providing foundational and career

programming to around 10,000 students a year. NorQuest College

welcomes new president and CEO, Dr. Jodi Abbott on July 1. She

was formerly senior vice-president of quality performance improve-

ment for Alberta Health Services.

Check outwww.norquest.ca

for more information.

Every spring Tim Hortons

outlets around Edmonton

promote Capital City Clean

Up (CCCU) programs in an

effort to fight litter.

On June 2, about a doz-

en CCCU staff gave back

by pouring double-doubles

and decafs for Tim Hor-tons annual Camp Day. On

Camp Day, the sale of every

cup of coffee goes toward

sending children between

the ages of nine and 12 to

a 10-day summer camp or a seven-day winter camp. These are kids

whose families could not otherwise afford such an adventure. CCCU

program manager Don Belanger was happy to chat with customers

about the benefits of the camps.

Its a wonderful opportunity for youngsters to learn leadership

skills and develop into responsible young citizens, he said.

Its also a great way to underscore the relationship CCCU has withTim Hortons. The company has long been an enthusiastic program

partner with the City of Edmontons anti-litter and anti-graffiti depart-

ment, providing support, prizes and funding.

Because of the strong partnership we have with Tim Hortons,

this was an excellent way to support their causes, said Belanger.

Viashally Singh, Tim Hortons regional marketing manager, was

pleased to have the help. We are delighted to see CCCU staff

helping out with Camp Day at various stores across the city, she

said. Volunteers on this day have a special impact in the commu-

nity by helping to send over 14,000 kids to camp each year. We

applaud you for your efforts and send a great big thank you from

Tim Hortons.

Pouring coffee for a cause

DOUBLE DOUBLE:Capital City Clean upprogram manager Don Belanger (left) and

Commerce Place Tim Hortons owner

Nick Naboulsi serve coffee to customers

on Camp Day. The annual event helps

send kids to summer camp.


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n last months Commerce News, we told you that represen-

tatives from the Edmonton Chamber of Commercewere preparing to take part in the Alberta Chambers

of Commerces 72nd Provincial Conference and PolicySession in Lethbridge on May 13 to 15.

Now that the conference is completed, we would like toshare some of the highlights f rom the conference:

General Highlights

The Lethbridge chamber performed the role of host forthe three-day event, and between the opening receptionat the Galt Museum overlooking the Oldman River Valley,the education sessions including one by Perrin Beatty,the CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, andtours of the community, the Lethbridge chamber did a

tremendous job highlighting its city and reg ion.The local chamber also had plenty of volunteers on

hand at every function to help the delegates, and theirpartners, find their way around the various conference

venues, which hosted a record number of 38 chambersfrom around the province.

Policy Highlights

Ron Chapman, who is the Alberta Chambers of Commerceparliamentarian, led all 89 delegates through a four-hourprocess to debate and vote on the 34 resolutions devel-oped by chambers for the 2010 policy session.

By the end of the session, the delegates had approved30 of the resolutions, defeated two and referred two tothe ACCs Executive Committee for further study.

The newly approved policies are in the process ofbeing rolled into the ACCs three-year policy book, whichis posted on Alberta Chamber of Commerces website(www.abchamber.ca).

Edmonton Chamber of Commerce policies

The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce came with astrong delegation made up of five (three staff and twoboard members). Our chamber debated hard to garner

support for our policies and to ensure that only the bestresolutions got to the final policy package.

Edmonton Chamber of Commerce policies that havebeen accepted by the Alberta Chamber of Commerceinclude:

Albertas Fiscal Policy, which encourages the Governmentof Alberta to develop a fiscal plan which protects publicfinances and maintains Albertas competitive advantageby supporting economic diversification and economicstimulus; maintains a positive investment climate; andencourages fiscal responsibility and tighter control over

spending, with specific emphasis on the capital regionand the north.

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in-patient addictions treatment programs, reinstatementof the funding formula to fund services on a percentagebasis and the use of an abstinence-based treatment andaftercare plan that supports patients in their solid followup regime.

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Chamber ViewsEdmonton Chamber of Commerce takes part in the

provincial cabinet tour

The Edmonton Chamber o Commerce gave its members

an opportunity to participate in discussions with members o

Premier Stelmachs cabinet as part o the ofcial provincial

cabinet tour on May 27.

The chamber event welcomed 17 ministers and nine Ed-

monton MLAs at a members-only breakast, where chamber

members got the chance to discuss issues o importance to

Edmonton business with their provincial elected ofcials.

Fred Horne, MLA or Edmonton-Rutherord, brought

greetings rom the province. This was ollowed by an oppor-

tunity or chamber members got to spend time with mem-

bers o the cabinet to talk about issues ranging rom raising

children to deliberating on the uture o Albertas fnances.

The Alberta Cabinet Tour is Premier Stelmachs latest

initiative to better communicate with Albertans. During the

cabinet tour (which spanned the months o April, May and

June), groups o cabinet ministers travelled to dozens o

communities in all regions o the province. The idea is to

meet with Albertans ace-to-ace in their communities, to

learn more about the issues aecting them.

The Edmonton Chamber o Commerce was proud to pro-

vide this event exclusively to our members. In the uture, we

hope to be able to acilitate similar events or our members

to enable them to interact with politicians rom all three levels

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Attainable Modest-Market Housing, which encourages the

Government of Alberta to take a market-based approachto funding affordable housing projects, while encour-

aging private sector investment and involvement. This

resolution, as it is approved at the Edmonton Chamberof Commerce level, has already been communicated with

the Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, its accep-

tance at the Alberta Chamber level will help it receive

additional momentum in lobbying activities.

Applying the Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA) for Oil

sands Upgrading and Petrochemical Industries, which asks theprovincial government to urge the federal government to

retain state accelerated capital cost allowance for mining

and projects in Alberta and to extend ACCA to include

resource processing investment in the province.

Going forward

As summer gears up, the chamber sets its sights on prepar-ing for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce policy

conference, which focuses on federal resolutions. The

conference takes place Sept. 25 -28 in Gatineau, Que.

For more information on the approved Edmonton

policies or on the upcoming Canadian Chamber of

Commerce conference, visit www.edmontonchamber.com ,

or contact Berenika Kienc, manager, policy and research at

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FESTIVAL CITY by Emily Senger

ts the festival equivalent of a Choose Your Own Adven-

ture novel. Do you pay for a play, or gawk at pass-ersby free-of-charge? Do you dine on curry, or snack

on cotton candy? Do you wash it down with lemonade, orsip a beer? Do you bring the family, or take in a late show

with your sweetie?The cumulative choices more than half a million peo-

ple make at the Edmonton International Fringe TheatreFestival mean the August event is a banner one for thecity. It also pumped an estimated $10 million into theEdmonton economy last year, and it plans to keep going

strong into its 29th year this August.From direct jobs, to hotel stays, to hungry theatre go-

ers looking for a place to dine in the Old Strathcona area,the economic effects of Edmontons biggest summer the-atre festival are far-reaching, said Julian Mayne, executivedirector of Fringe Theatre Adventures.

First and foremost the festival, and other summer festi-vals like it, is an important source of employment in thetheatre industry. When theatre companies take a hiatusin the summer, actors hit the road. Most of the activ-ity for the theatre artists closes down during the sum-mer, said Mayne. The fringe festivals across Canada,

and North America, have actually become a good sourceof income for a lot of the theatre artists who, otherwise,

would be looking at pretty bleak months.Though the actors take centre stage, lots of job creation

at the Fringe happens behind the scenes. Fringe TheatreAdventures, the non-profit responsible for planning andoperating the Fringe, ramps up its staffing in August,from a core group of about 16 staff, to more than 150theatre professionals who perform all manner of tasks.These men and women light the stages, create sets andcostumes and keep everything running smoothly.

Hotels also get a big boost during Fringe as a large

number of the more than 700 Fringe performers comefrom out of town and need a place to sleep for the 10-dayfestival. An estimated 30,000 of the 550,000 Fringe-goers

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The summers biggest theatre festivalis more than just 10 days of fun, its an

important part of the Edmonton economy

are also from outside of Edmonton. Besides hotel stays,all these visitors eat meals at Edmonton restaurants andthey pass through the Old Strathcona area daily.

This is a good thing for business in the area, saysShirley Lowe, Old Strathcona Business Association exec-utive director. Besides the actual retail dollars spent dur-ing the 10 days of the Fringe, many people first discoverthe Old Strathcona area during their Fringe experience,and they may visit businesses there again when the festi-

val is over. It acts as an introduction to the general area,said Lowe. Thats one of the most important aspects of it.

Its 500,000-plus people in 10 days. When youre talkingabout foot traffic, that is an important measurement.

Besides the foot traffic, both Lowe and Mayne ex-plained that the Fringes long history 29 years in theOld Strathcona area has been a major catalyst for the-atre and art s development on Whyte Avenue and the sur-rounding area. This, in turn, has led to more businessdevelopment, said Lowe.

The fact that we have nine live theatre companies thatoperate all year-round here is a direct result of them hav-ing honed their skills at the Fringe, Lowe said. The the-atre district is very v ibrant. All of the theatres are booked,

and they collaborate with area businesses for food andaccommodation and all those things.

This year, the Fringe will expand its economic pros-perity further north of downtown than ever before, withshows at two new venues on 118th Avenue. The idea is totake advantage of the expanding theatre and arts sceneon Alberta Avenue. Mayne predicts that, in coming years,118th Avenue will continue to develop this theatre pres-ence, following in the footsteps of Whyte Avenue. Hope-fully, the Fringe w ill help it get there.

I think what you are going to see the exact same thingon 118th Avenue, Mayne said. You can see that the art-

ists, who generally, will move into and live in lower in-come areas, are transforming another area of our city.Thats exactly what happened here on Whyte Avenue.

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BALANCING ACT:A free performance at last year's EdmontonInternational Fringe Theatre Festival. The event pumped an esti-mated $10 million into the Edmonton economy last year.

Mark my words: In another 10 years, 118th Avenue willbe very different.

And with a prediction like that, maybe its time tochoose your own adventure in an 118th Avenue theatre

venue during this years Fringe.The Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

runs August 12 22.For more information,

go to www.fringetheatreadventures.ca.

FRINGEBY THE NUMBERS10Days in festival$7.2MILLIONMoney spent at the Fringe by locals$2.1MILLIONMoney spent at the Fringe by non-locals

550,000Estimated number of festival attendees

30,000Estimated number of out-of-city visitors4.2Average length of hotel stay for visitors during the Fringe

20PERCENTIncrease in paid attendance to indoor shows, com-pared to previous year

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On Edmontons EXPO 2017 bid advanceswith a support boost from the premierith the Province throwing its support behind the bid

to bring EXPO 2017 to Edmonton, bid commit-tee chair Tony Franceschini is optimistic the next

steps are closer than ever.The premiers EXPO announcement at his dinner was

terrific. We are now moving ahead and working on thebid submission, said Franceschini. We greatly appreciateprovincial support and look forward to working with theprovince as we further develop the bid. Gaining provincialendorsement was a critical milestone.

A key next step for the EXPO 2017 bid committee isgaining the federal support required to represent Canadainternationally. Much work is underway on that front, in-cluding various visits and meetings with Canadian Heri-tage (the federal government department that approves

the Canadian bid) at the Canadian pavilion in Shanghaiat this years EXPO.

Over the summer, work will continue developing therecommended theme for Edmonton EXPO 2017: Ener-gy and our planet. Sessions are being undertaken to helprefine the theme and to discuss what it could mean andhow it will be used to generate the sense of possibility andexcitement that ensures the EXPO becomes a genuinelytransformative event.

The theme being developed for Edmonton EXPO 2017will explore: innovation in energy; the sustainability of ourplanet and the benefits energy offers humanity through

research, knowledge, culture and education.Were at the point in our bid process where we want to

spread the word and engage people in the possibility ofan EXPO, said Franceschini. Although it is being heldin Edmonton, its a made-in-Alberta and Canadian sub-mission. At the end of the day, Canada makes the submis-sion.

Awareness of the EXPO bid will be increasingly ap-parent, incorporated in a number of events throughoutthe province over the summer months. As an example,the EXPO bid will be visible at the June 28 celebrationof Canadas Olympic gold medalists and special salute to

the members of Canadas military and their families beingheld at Commonwealth Stadium.

Hosting EXPO 2017: An opportunity to transform

EXPOs sit side-by-side with the Olympics as events thattransform cities and their citizens. Canada has hostedtwo EXPOs EXPO 67 in Montreal and EXPO 86 in

Vancouver. EXPO 2017 is the right opportunity to cel-ebrate Canada's 150th anniversary with the world, whilealso highlighting the international contributions Canadamakes on an ongoing basis, through the efforts and inge-nuity of Canadians.

Like other Canadian EXPOs, EXPO 2017 will createa foundation of tangible benefits and legacies that out-last the event itself. Located on a 25-hectare site on the

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University of Albertas South Campus, EXPO 2017 wouldleave physical and knowledge infrastructure upon whichfuture generations of students and teachers will build.Post-EXPO the site will become an urban campus its pa-

vilions transformed into academic and research facilities.Edmonton is a famously welcoming and participatory

city. From the Universiade Games in 1983 to the WorldChampionships in Athletics in 2001, our track record asa successful host to various international events positionsus ideally for EXPO and allows us an opportunity to show-case what we, and Alberta, have to offer.

An EXPO here, in 2017, would provide the chance toprofile Alberta as a global centre for smart energy pro-duction, distribution and consumption. Alberta wouldbe seen as a place where innovation has created access tocost-efficient and environmentally responsible energy so-lutions for all.

We want you to join us. Lear n more. Sign up to

be a supporter and tell your friends. Visit www.

edmontonexpo2017.com. Your support is vital to oureffort to bring EXPO to Edmonton in 2017.

AN EXPO IN EDMONTONIN 2017 WILL: Garner international recognition

Galvanize our communities and provide tangible benefits and

legacies for the Capital Region, our province and Canada

Allow us to tell our story to the world; a story about the innovation

and expertise and ideas we possess and about the thoughtful,

responsible actions we are taking in energy and environmental

development

Allow us to collaborate with the world in developing solutions tothe challenges of energy and our planet we all face

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FESTIVAL CITY

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THE DETAILS: GREY CUPAND FESTIVAL 2010

Edmonton is proudly hosting the 98th edition of the Grey Cup on

Sunday, Nov. 28 at Commonwealth Stadium. The Grey Cup is

Canadas largest single annual sporting event. Edmontons three

previous Grey Cup games with attendance of 60,081 in 1984,

60,431 in 1997 and 62,531 in 2002 rank near the top of the all-time list of Grey Cups with the highest attendance.

The four-day festival is themed Hot to Huddle and it gets un-

derway on Nov. 25. Festival events include a kick off party, down-

town festival, CFL player awards, gala dinner, parade, cabarets,

cheerleader extravaganza and tailgate parties. The Grey Cup game

will be televised by TSN, with an anticipated audience of 14 million.

More than 30,000 visitors are expected to the City of Edmon-

ton, creating an estimated economic impact of $75 million. More

than 500 volunteers will commit their time, volunteering in various

capacities to deliver Edmontons famous hospitality.

Tickets prices range from $98 - $250. Tickets can be pur-

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more event information, visit www.greycupfestival2010.com.

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ith about one quarter of Albertas $5.8 billion in

annual tourism revenues generated in theEdmonton region, Albertas capital region is

critical to continued growth of provincial tourism. And with so much to offer visitors, Edmonton is well posi-

tioned to lead that growth.This is also important to Travel Alberta in fulfilling

W

byBruce Okabe, Travel AlbertaMEMBERSINCE 1997

Lelacheur, Alberta Venture publisher Ruth Kelly andcommunications consultant Sandra Thornton under-stand well the challenges facing our industry. The boardand the Government of Alberta are committed to sus-taining marketing programs during periods of tourism

downturn when tourism levy revenues that fund TravelAlberta are affected.

That commitment is also shared by the Strategic Tour-ism Marketing Council (STMC) where hotelier PeterBidlock and Jenifer Christenson, managing director ofmarketing serv ices at Edmonton Economic DevelopmentCorporation, are strong voices for Edmontons regionalindustry interests.

The STMC has endorsed a new business strategy forthe corporation that guides Travel Albertas marketingplan in Albertas domestic and international markets. Itsno coincidence that Albertas tourism markets also mir-

ror Edmontons tourism targets.This past winter, that marketing strategy was endorsed

by some 700 tourism operators who attended TravelAlberta open houses in Edmonton and in 20 other loca-

tions throughoutthe province.

Integral to the2010 marketingplan is the success-ful regional Staycampaign, tar-geted at our larg-

est tourism mar-kets in WesternCanada. Now inits third year, thecampaign is be-ing extended intoBritish Columbiafor the first time.

These programs have been the responsibility of theTravel Alberta regional marketing team, a dedicated di-

vision of the Edmonton-based Parcom Marketing, whichhas provided excellent service to Travel Alberta and Al-bertas tourism industry since it was awarded the residentmarketing contract 11 years ago.

The establishment of Travel Alberta as a corporation

our mission to grow tourism revenues with compellinginvitations to experience Alberta. The global economiccrisis has created serious challenges for tourism aroundthe world, and we in Alberta and Edmonton have notbeen immune.

Travel Albertas board of directors including vice-chair Bob Normand, Edmonton Eskimos CEO Rick

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last year has provided an opportunity to revisit and

examine our marketing model and core business

practices in all markets to stimulate business effi-

ciencies. Travel Alberta has decided to integrate

the regional marketing team into the corporation

on April 1 next year. As part of that process, Travel

Alberta will establish a permanent Edmonton of-

fice. Its functions, among other marketing activi-

ties, will include prime responsibility for education

programming and consultation services to Alber-

tas tourism industry to strengthen its marketing ca-

pabilities. Having a significant corporate presencein Edmonton will ensure that effective stakeholder

relations will continue without interruption.

Co-operative marketing programs that provide

support funding for industry-led marketing are

also continuing and much of this support comes

through the locally-governed Edmonton and Area

Tourism Destination Region. That funding is sup-

porting Edmonton Tourism and Northlands mar-

keting initiatives, as well as events and attractions

like the Honda Indy Edmonton, the Art Gallery of

Alberta, Fort Edmonton Park and West Edmonton

Mall, among others.Internationally, Albertas success in increasing

the number of visitors from long-haul markets is

directly dependant on direct air access. Edmon-

ton International Airport continues to attract excellent

air services, which Travel Alberta, working with Edmon-

ton Tourism, supports though marketing. Edmonton will

be hosting the world at major tourism events including

Canadas West Marketplace later this year and Canadas

most important tourism marketing opportunity, Rendez-

vous Canada, in 2012.

There are some encouraging signs that 2010 will bring

some improvement to Albertas tourism sector this sum-mer. Edmonton tourism operators surveyed in Tourism,

Parks and Recreations annual pre-season survey report

they are cautiously optimistic about future prospects.

They are suggesting the corporate market is showing

some signs of recovery, as corporate travel is increasing

and more companies are finding it necessary to hold

meetings. Special summer events including Capital X,

the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival and

the Honda Indy Edmonton are expected to do well, said

the Edmonton tourism operators who were surveyed.

While the corporate market shows some signs of im-

provement, some of those surveyed sa id operators in westEdmonton attract a larger tourist component, particular-

ly regional travellers, attracted to West Edmonton Mall.

These outlets, according to the report, suggest that as the

economy improves and discretionary spending increases,

business prospects will pick up.

This creates a positive climate in which to launch and

refine tourism marketing programs. And we are confident

that our industry partners in Edmonton, and the rest of

the province, will be among the first beneficiaries in Cana-

das tourism sector of a recovering global economy.

Bruce Okabe is Chief Executive Officer of Travel Alberta.

For additional information on Travel

Alberta and its marketing programs, please

visit www.Industry.TravelAlberta.com .

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June 16 - 26

Improvaganza Theatre Festival

www.rapidfiretheatre.com

Ten days of Canadas largest improv theatre festival

at the TransAlta Arts Barn and the Varscona Theatre.

June 25 July 4

Edmonton International Jazz Festival

www.edmontonjazz.com

Local, national and international artists croon,

bop and get funky at various city venues.

June 25 July 4

Feats Festival of Dance

www.abdancealliance.ab.ca

All kinds of dancing over 10 days, presented by the

Alberta Dance Alliance.

June 25 July 7

The Works Art and Design Festival

www.theworks.ab.ca

This free festival brings the best in cutting-edge design,

digital art and new media technology, and traditional visualart mediums to public spaces around the city.

June 29 July 25

Freewill Shakespeare Festival

www.rivercityshakespeare.com

Take in the best of the Bard with summer performances

in Hawrelak Park.

JuLy 1

Canada Day Celebrations

www.edmonton.ca, www.canadadayedmonton.com

Parades, pancakes, barbeques and fireworks at variouslocations around the city all say: Happy birthday Canada!

July 9 -11

Doors Open Edmonton

www.historicedmonton.ca

Celebrates built heritage with free guided tours of

architecturally significant buildings, both old and new.

July 9 - 18

Edmonton and Northern Alberta Historic Festival

www.historicedmonton.ca

Various events in Edmonton and the surrounding

area explore the rich history of this fine province.

July 9 - 18

Edmonton International Street Performers Festival

edmontonstreetfest.com

Sir Winston Churchill Square comes alive with jugglers,

fire-eaters and all manner of interesting artists to gawk at.

July 23 - 25

Honda Indy Edmonton

www.edmontonindy.com

This is your last chance to catch the worlds fastest

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July 23 - August 5

A Taste of Edmonton Festival

www.eventsedmonton.ca

More than 40 Edmonton restaurants bring bite-sized

portions to Sir Winston Churchill Square. Come hungry!

July 23 August 1

Edmontons Capital EX

www.capitalex.ca

Ride the midway, take in a show, grab a bite, play

a game and much more at Northlands for 10 days.

July 30 - Aug. 2

Blueberry Bluegrass and Country Music Festival

www.blueberrybluegrass.com

Take a trip west of the city to Stony Plain, where there is

bound to be lots of banjo.

July 31 August 2

Servus Heritage Festival

www.heritage-festival.com

A three-day showcase of Canadas vibrant multicultural

heritage with 63 pavilions representing more than 85 cultures

from all over the world.

August 5 -8

Edmonton Folk Music Festival

www.edmontonfolkfest.org

Sarah Harmer, Ben Harper, John Pine and Ian Tyson are just a few ofthe big names who will take to the stage at Gallagher Park this year.

August 6 - 8

Cariwest: Edmonton Caribbean Carnival

www.cariwestfestival.com

A colourful Caribbean showcase with costumes, dancing,

music and a block party.

August 12 - 22

Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

www.fringetheatreadventures.ca

Head down to Old Strathcona to help the citys biggesttheatre festival celebrate its 29th year.

August 20 21

Movies on the Square

www.edmonton.ca

Bring your lawn chair as the city presents a free, family-friendly movie

in Sir Winston Churchill Sqaure on a three-storey inflatable screen.

August 20 - 22

Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival

www.edmontondragonboatfestival.com

A showcase of Asian culture and a whole lot of

fun on the North Saskatchewan.

Aug 20 22

Edmontons Labatt Blues Festival

www.bluesinternationalltd.com

Western Canadas premier blues event fills Hawrelak

Park with some mean guitar.

Aug. 21 22

Intact Canadian Derby Edmonton Marathon

www.canadianderbymarathon.ca

Lace up your running shoes, or come out to cheer

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lanning any event can be a rollercoaster of emotions;

happy, overwhelming, exhausting, demanding,

exciting. Whether it is a community music festival

or a national conference for 2,000 delegates, every event

should be memorable and leave guests or delegates talk-

ing positively for months to come.

What wil l make your event better than any other event?

Glitz and glamour, fireworks and flash? Its understand-

able to look for a wow factor when creating an event to

remember, but not al l memorable events have to be over-

the-top in order to make a lasting impression.The most common obstacles to a successful event range

P from misinterpretation of objectives to unclear commu-nications and unrealistic expectations. Knowing yourclient, and working within a structure where there is ef-ficient decision-making and effective communication, is

vital to ensure a positive experience for all stakeholders.

Working closely with your client under these guidelines

will garner you far more positives in the future than you

may realize now.

For an event to be memorable the event planner needs

to consider variety. Variety keeps things new, fresh and

presents planners with the opportunity to be innovativeand imaginative. As an added bonus, your resume will

FESTIVAL CITYby Pivotal Events Ltd.MEMBERSINCE 2005

boast a range in style of events. Creativity and expertise

is key in the planning stage. It is also important for each

event to include innovative elements for the client; wheth-er it is dcor, theme, catering, entertainment or simply

how they are treated. Take their breath away.

Every event is unique and every detail of the event can

make a lasting impression. The event must provide high-

quality service and satisfaction for all stakeholders. The

clients dreams and desires for the event should be trans-

lated from pen to paper and into reality. It is imperative

to understand that this is the clients event, not yours. It

can be challenging to loosen the reins, but earning and

keeping a clients trust is what keeps planners in busi-

ness.

A step that can be overlooked during the planningstage is to understand the guests or delegates. What are

the demographics? Events should not only meet the needs

of each particular client, they should exceed them. A suc-

cessful planner knows about the domino effect happy

guests or delegates equal happy clients happy clients

equal happy planners, and unhappy clients? Well, you get

the idea. What an attendee remembers determines the

success of the event and, ultimately, whether the client

uses the same event planner again.

Good luck and happy planning from the Team at Pivotal

Events Ltd! This article was co-authored by Lauren Kinney,

Alex Jones and Mandy Foster.

For more information about Pivotal

Events, go to www.pivotalevents.ca.

PERFECT SETTING:Innovative elements helps guests remember

an event for all the right reasons. Getting the little details right also

keeps clients coming back.


Bigger isnt always better. Its often the attentionto detail that leaves a lasting impression

RememberEVENTtoAN

START WITH APLANFor help with the stickiest obstacle in event planning, which is often

where do I start? it is important to remember the 6 Ps.

PURPOSE: What is the purpose of this event?

PEOPLE: Who is going to attend?

PRODUCT: What are you going to do?

PLACE: Where and when?

PRICE: How much is it going to cost you?

PROCESS: How are you going to get the job done?


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By Richard Wright

Chamber Department

T Notwst Titois is on of t st stb n

resource-rich places on earth, but without the nancial advantages

o provincial status, it remains reliant on corporate partnerships and

joint ventures to realize its economic potential, N.W.T. Premier Floyd

Roland told a World Trade Centre Edmonton audience May 26.

As Ottawa seeks to establish its sovereignty in Canadas North

during this time o economic stimulus and recovery, the premier

made his case, to approximately 50 Edmonton business leaders,

that a renewed ocus on development in N.W.T. will oer opportuni-

ties and benets or Alberta business and investors willing to getinvolved in world-leading projects that continue to emerge in the

North. Also in attendance was Alberta Deputy Premier Doug Horner,

who brought greetings rom Premier Ed Stelmach, but reserved

most o his time to listen and gather inormation.

In the Northwest Territories and Alberta, across Canada and the

U.S. and, in act, around the world, we have been aced with an

economic restorm the likes which we have not seen since the Great

Depression, said Roland.

For governments and businesses alike, it has been a time o

taking stock, adjusting, re-evaluating, and resetting our plans or the

uture. One thing that the global recession has reminded us is just

how connected and interdependent we really are, and how our chal-lenges and our successes can no longer be in isolation.

Roland inormed the audience o a number o encouraging acts

coming out o the Northwest Territories, acts he used as proo o his

territorys ability to not only create new opportunities, but to sustain

them through dicult times.

The Darnley Bay Project in the northwest region o the territory,

or example, is set to commence an aggressive drilling program

that could well be the largest mineral exploration project in N.W.T.

this year, he said. Our diamond mines have cancelled their shut-

downs.

A new era o mining and manuacturing potential is immerging in

our rare earth minerals. Natural Resource Canadas projections orexploration deposits have doubled or the upcoming year.

Indeed, there are signs coming rom all angles that the North-

west Territories has become Canadas diamond in the rough. Al-

ready owning the highest per-capita Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

o all provinces and territories, N.W.T. is looking nowhere but up.

The Conerence Board o Canada predicts that the territory with

a current population o approximately 44,000 will have a GDP o

$9.6 billion by 2020.

With our huge resource potential, the N.W.T. is poised to realize

substantial investment and economic activity in the years ahead,

he said. So much so, in act, that we believe that by investing in the

N.W.T., the Government o Canada can promote a sustained period

o national economic growth and nation building or all Canadians,

ensuring that our country continues to thrive and grow as a leader o

the industrialized world.Canadas sovereignty over the Arctic has been a big issue in re-

cent years, and while Roland gives the Harper government credit

or keeping the topic on the minds o Canadians over the past two

years, he eels that only baby steps are being taken to actually ad-

dress the issue.

Real boots on the ground and investment in the N.W.T. still ap-

pears to be something that is viewed primarily with a political lens,

Roland said. Dont get me wrong, the pillars underpinning the

ederal governments northern strategy are the right ones: social

and economic development, protecting the environment, exercis-

ing northern sovereignty and devolving northern governance. But

to turn this strategy into something concrete jobs, opportunities,choices requires action.

The position o Rolands government is that more ederal help or

northern development is needed.

Unortunately, our political infuence still lags behind our poten-

tial. Authority and control over natural resources have enabled prov-

inces, like Alberta and Saskatchewan, to capitalize on their resource

wealth. But even with the connes o our legal authorities and bor-

rowing limits, we have made some major strides.

Diamond mines in the Northwest Territories have provided over

16,000 person years o employment since 1998, including 4,400

person years to aboriginal residents. The combination o mining, oil

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and gas in N.W.T. contributed nearly $2 billion to the territories own

economy in 2007, and investment in northern and aboriginal busi-

ness is now over $5 billion.

Imagine what we could have done with the ull capacity o capital

tools, and resources to ully realize our potential, he said. Even

Canadas Minister o Northern Aairs Chuck Strahl speculated re-

cently that the cost o lost opportunities in the North could be morethan $15 billion over the next ew years.

What does that have to do with the Edmonton Chamber o

Commerce? he asked. Its an old clich, but whats good or us

is good or you.

N.W.T. pmi gs ptnsips n invstmnt in t Not

NeW arT: N.W.T. Premier Floyd Roland and chamber chair

Carman McNary unveiled a new painting by N.W.T. artist Bill

Nasogaluak in the chamber foyer on May 26.

NeTWOrKING:Chamber and WTCE staff meets with members

of the South African Consulate on June 3.

NOrTherN dIalOGue: N.W.T. Premier Floyd Roland addresses

guests at the World Trade Centre.

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Edmonton Non-Proft News

Char-Leaders: A persal perspectve By Zachary WeeksPersally, the Char-Leaders Eablg Access evet s

o paramount importance to me, as I must deal with accessibility

issues every day. I was honored to co-ordinate a new event with

a resh perspective on issues such as accessibility, which I am sopassionate about.

We are very pleased with the support we have received rom

various community leaders and local businesses, including the

Edmonton Chamber o Commerce, Tim Hortons and Westmount

Shopping Centre. Some o our participants who spent the day in

a wheelchair included: Mayor Stephen Mandel, Coun. Amarjeet

Sohi, ormer Edmonton Coun. Michael Phair, Jim Hole o Holes

Greenhouses, Breakast Television weather specialist Michelle

McDougall and Lorna Stewart, director o Disabled Adult Transit

Service (DATS).

Organizations such as the Canadian Paraplegic Association

and events like Chair-Leaders will provide valuable insight to help

inorm designers, engineers, business owners and various levels

o government as to what needs to be improved upon. We need

to address current issues, as well as plan or the uture. I continu-

ally come across public acilities and buildings that do not have

adequate modifcations that allow those with mobility issues to be

more independent. It does not matter whether one has a spinal

injury, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy or is simply experienc-

ing the eects o aging; there has always been a strong need or

better access. In the uture, needs will be even greater as our

population ages and those with physical disabilities continue to

lead active liestyles.

For more formato about the Caada Paraplegc

Assocato, go to www.canparaplegic.org.

Breakfast Televso's Michele McDougall

Caada Paraplegc Assocato executve drector

Teren Clarke

Dsabled Adult Trast Servce drector Lorna Stewart

Edmoto Chamber of Commerce commuty developmet

maager Liz Tweddle

Edmoto Cou.Amarjeet Sohi

Edmoto Mayor Stephen Mandel

EZ Rock's Ron Clark

Former cty coucllor Michael Phair

Hole's Greehouse ad Gardes Ltd.Jim Hole

Past dstrct goveror of Rotary Ken Haverland

World Health Clubs Margeaux Morin

CHAiR-LEADER PARTiCiPAnTS

Utg Edt -prfts By Dennis Gane

The Edt Chaber Vlutary

Organizations (ECVO) is an incorporated non-proft

society and registered charity that serves and sup-

ports the non-proft and voluntary sector in the

Edmonton Region. The ECVO held its annual gen-

eral meeting on May 4, ollowed by an open house

event called the Community Connector.

The AGM ocused on ECVOs continuing role as

a not-proft organization, which advocates on behal

o its members and the non-proft and charitable

sector in general. In keeping within its objectives o

providing resources and a voice or non-profts and

registered charities in the Edmonton area, ECVO

executive director Russ Dahms spoke about the

need to increase communications and collabora-

tion in order to best showcase this sectors signif-cance in the community.

We wanted to take advantage o the assembly

o our members at the AGM, and to take that group

o non-profts and invite government and business to

join us and create an atmosphere where people can network and

connect with economic development opportunities, Dahms said.

Following the AGM, ECVOs Community Connector event pro-

vided an opportunity to bring public, private and voluntary sectors

together or networking. Among the many guests were Coun. Don

Iveson, Alberta Culture and Community Spirit Deputy Minister

Lois Hawkins and Assistant Deputy Minister Tom Thackeray, as

well as other notable Edmontonians who support the ECVO's rolein the non-proft and charitable sectors.

To kick o the event, Dahms introduced Ron Gilbertson, CEO

o the Edmonton Economic Development Corporation. Gilbertson

spoke about collaboration between sectors and the importance

o non-proft organizations in the community. He provided an ex-

ample o one initiative EEDC is involved with: Homeless Connect.

Liz Tweddle, Edmonton Chamber o Commerce community de-

velopment manager, also attended and provided additional inor-

mation on this initiative, as she represents the chamber on the

Homeless Connect committee.

In a sidebar conversation with one o the ECVO board mem-

bers, Commerce News learned o a workorce initiative they areinvolved with called the Alberta Nonproft and Voluntary Sector

Workorce Council. The council is a collaboration or the non-

proft and voluntary sector, and is tasked with developing a high

perormance, sustainable workorce. This council is a orum or

sharing inormation and resources on common workorce issues.

This initiative is a result o an Alber ta Immigration and Employment

strategy titled: Building and Educating Tomorrows Workorce.

The project receives unding rom the provincial government andis well underway.

For more formato about the Edmoto

Chamber of Volutary Orgazatos, cotact

Russ Dahms at [email protected] or 780-428-5487.

GET RoLLinG:From left to right, Chair Leader participant

Coun. Amarjeet Sohi listens as an onlooker explains that there

isn't much room on his left side to manoeuvre his chair, Chair-

Leaders participant Michael Phair negotiates the obstacle

course during wheelchair 101 and Jim Hole of Hole's Green-

house and Gardens Ltd. takes a coffee break.

TimE oUT:From left to right, Mayor Stephen Mandel, Janice

Melnychuk, Liz Tweddle, Coun. Don Iveson, Russ Dahms and

Dennis Gane at the EVCO Community Connector event.

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Chamber Department

Community Champions

Are yo ready o pan he own red?

Fri., July 23 is your opportunity to take part in Red Friday. Show

your support or Edmontons military personnel and their amilies,

simply by wearing red.

This is a non-political event that recognizes the tremendous

contribution that our military makes in a range o roles rom con-

ict to search and rescue, disaster assistance and peace keeping.

The event is also an opportunity to acknowledge the signifcant

role that the military plays in the Edmonton Capital Region.

Red Friday is sponsored by the Edmonton Salutes Committee,co-chaired by Edmonton City Councillor Ed Gibbons and Diane

Trenn, vice-president o operations o the Edmonton International

Airport. The committee includes members o the business com-

munity, military representatives and City o Edmonton sta.

Sale or mlary commny on Red Frday

On Mohers Day, 400 volneers ook me o of her

day to help out Edmontonians in need at the ourth Homeless

Connect event. An estimated 1,300 guests visited the Shaw

Conerence Centre, where almost 80 services were available allor ree.

Homeless Connect is a community-inspired initiative to oer

services to help people out o homelessness. Co-ordinated by

Homeward Trust, community partners include The United Way,

Edmonton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) and the

Shaw Conerence Centre.

Guests accessed a variety o services. City o Edmonton em-

ployees oered help with taxes, and provided inormation on how

to obtain identifcation. Aboriginal elders provided counseling in a

teepee that was set up inside the hall and Shaw Communications

provided ree Internet access and long-distance telephone calls,

so guests could connect with amily and riends.Two o the most popular services were the haircuts provided

by students and instructors rom Marvel College, Flos Beauty

Salon and other salons, and the oot care provided by the Boyle

McCauley Health Centre. Guests were also treated to lunch and

received a care package at the end o the day.

Homeless Connect is held twice a year. The next event will be

held on Sunday, October 17.

For more information, visit www.homelessconnect.ca.

Homeless Connec 2010 a grea sccess

Lndsay Blacke, mnser of clre and commny

spirit, brought greetings on behal o the provincial government.

He indicated the Alberta government is supporting the Grey Cup

Festival through a program grant o $1.1 million and a urther

$200,000 was reserved or supporting cultural activities around

the Grey Cup.

Blackett stated, The government wants to highlight the value

we place on culture in Alberta. He indicated Grey Cup 2010 is

about more than sport, and emphasized the importance o volun-

teerism, culture and bringing the community together collectively.

He concluded his speech in the spirit o the games saying, In

2009, Calgary raised the bar in hosting the Grey Cup. I look or-

ward to seeing how Edmonton makes it even better.Edmontonians love a challenge, Minister!

Game On

While the Capital Region has always valued its military com-

munity, the establishment o a super base at Edmonton Garrison

in 1995 brought economic benefts to the area and increased our

international profle.

Red Friday is an opportunity to celebrate our military commu-

nity, and acknowledge that the work our soldiers do exposes them

to uncomortable climates and conditions, extended periods away

rom their amilies and riends, exposing them to dangers that ew

o us ever have to ace.

On Fri., July 23, encourage everyone you know to wear red andshow that we support and value our military personnel and their

amilies, and the sacrifces they make or us. Watch or Red Friday

events elsewhere around the city, including events at Capital Ex

and the Edmonton Indy.

GiANt MuRAL: The mural "Celebrating Volunteers" byJess Hogan and Nina Partridge is located in Beverley at 47th

Street and 118th Avenue.

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Revolutionize air service. Stop the Calgary habit and

fly Edmonton first.

Businesses from across the Edmonton region are accepting

the challenge to Stop the Calgary Habit.

By developing corporate travel policies to use Edmonton

International Airports (EIA) family of more than 50 non-stop

destinations and preferred routings that favour EIAs U.S. and

international hubs, the business community can continue to

cast a vote for Edmonton air service.

When we kicked off the Stop the Calgary Habit campaign,

we knew that many people were likely unaware of the impact

that driving or connecting through Calgary has on our abilityto grow Edmontons air service, said Peter McCart, EIA vice-

president of marketing and business development. Were en-

couraged by the support were getting from the community as

businesses and individuals become EIA activists.

A longstanding member of the Edmonton Chamber of

Commerce, All Weather Windows is just one example of a

local company that has stepped forward to champion a Fly

Edmonton every time corporate travel policy.

All Weather Windows proposed policy states that they will

request that all flights booked are direct, non-stop flights from

Edmonton to the destination. In the event that a stop must be

made, make every attempt to book a flight that doesnt stopin Calgary. For help booking, visit flyeia.com to get the best

routes. And: if booking through a travel agent, have a standing

request that all flights are out of Edmonton, non-stop or through

an EIA-preferred hub.

As a major manufacturing company in Edmonton with

branches across the country, we need quick and reliable

travel options based from Edmonton, said Aaron Latimer, All

Weather Windows director of marketing and communica-

tions. Employees that travel have to be away from their families

and from their regular work environment. Direct flights would

cut down on total travel time, meaning employees would have

more time to spend either at work or home. Improved work-life

balance, comfort and convenience are the outcomes of direct

flights.

As a national company, we also have frequent vis its to head

office in Edmonton by our numerous vendors, he continued.

Having non-stop flights is simply another way to create con-

venience when travelling to visit the Edmonton plant or attend

meetings, thus strengthening our client relationships.

All Weather Windows has identified the individual benefits of

an EIA focused corporate travel policy for the company, but the

benefits to the entire region are clear: the more people who use

EIAs non-stops, the easier it becomes for the airport to attract

new air service. With roughly one million people still driving to,

and connecting through, Calgary for flights annually equal to

giving Calgary 20 full 737s a day the potential for recapturing

those travellers and further expanding Edmontons air service

is strong.

Edmontons air service is already excellent, says McCart,

who notes that EIA has introduced 24 destinations and seen

almost 50 per cent growth in passenger traffic since 2004. The

airport works hard to build air service, but credit must also go

to our community. With the communitys active and continued

support, we can build even greater air se rvice for the Edmonton

region.

Nothing speaks louder about a regions belief in itself than

the strength of its airport and the air service to it. EIAs businesscase to the airlines for more air service only works if there is

Become an EIA Activist By EIA

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demonstrated demand from the local market.

Business and the community must choose

EIAs non-stops every time to revolutionize air

service in the region.

For more information about how your

company can Stop the Calgary Habit and

grow your air service with a fly Edmonton

every time corporate travel policy, contact

Gillian Adams, EIAs manager of marketing,

by calling 780-890-8091 or by e-mail at

[email protected]. And if you are already

championing Edmonton air service as anEIA activist, we want to hear from you!

Edmonton International Airport

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70,000-square-foot facility. The YMCA is a full service facility with

programs for all ages, with underground parking accessible from

102 Street for guests and members.

There is a lot more to explore on one of the YMCA's free tours,

which are offered to all visitors and will be run throughout the eve-

ning. Join us at this premier networking event that will help small

businesses gain insight, build relationships and keep informed of

emerging trends, all while enjoying a look at the all new Don Whea-

ton Family YMCA. We look forward to seeing you at the Y!

Table top exhibitor display tables

$125 + GST (members)

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Chamber Special EventsIts the Labour Day Classic rematch! Join us in sup-

porting our Edmonton Eskimos at the End Zone Tailgate

Party. This exciting Labour Day Classic rematch is a must.

You and your guests will enjoy a tailgate-style barbeque

catered by the Sawmill Group and will watch the football

game all at field-level, which is the best way to experi-

ence live football action! This event is ideal for corporate

entertainment, social clubs or to share with family and

friends. Buy you tickets early and dont miss out.

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Individuals with experience in any of the following areaswill excel: sales, marketing, teaching, public speaking or

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At frst glance, the company may seem like a typical advertising agency, but it isnt. Focused on

strategy and working with clients that ft within its value system, zag creative group inc. is dedicated

to providing collaborative client experiences and committed to taking the time to do the best job

possible. While the frm specializes in the development o synchronized strategic marketing plans,

it also provides graphic design and the ull spectrum o creative marketing services.

Comprised o a multi-aceted and experienced team with more than 50 collective years devel-

oping advertising and marketing strategies, zag creative group inc. is well positioned to handle any

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As the company approaches its frst anniversary, it is proud o the work it has done or its

clients and sta members eel ortunate that they have been able to work with like-minded indi-

viduals. Looking to the uture, zag creative group inc. is committed to continued involvement in

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Oct. 19 - Oct. 23, 2010

We need your nominations!

Every October, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce

celebrates small business by presenting this prestigiousaward to businesses in three categories: companies with

10 or under full-time employees; companies with 50 or

under full-time employees; companies with 100 or less

full-time employees.

This is how Small Business Gets Started!

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The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce needs your voice

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services and facilities we provide to grow your business.

Introducing Chelsey Shankhuizen Account Executive

Chelsey Swankhuizen is a native Edmontonian who

recently graduated from the University of Albertas

School of Business. She majored in marketing and

received honors with distinction. In her spare time she

likes to travel, particularly to her familys native countryThe Netherlands. She previously worked at the

Downtown Business Association as a summer student.

During her time at the Downtown Business Association

Chelsey had the opportunity to meet many of

Edmontons small business owners. She also worked

with the Bissell Centre and the Alberta Council of

Womens Shelters.

She is looking forward to working with the Edmonton business community and the

chambers member development department to increase membership through

membership sales, thus helping to make Edmonton an economically stable and

environmentally sustainable city.

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Chamber MembersMember Listings Renewals50 + Years

Quebecor World Edmonton

25-45 Years

Jedco Limited

Norseman Group Ltd./CampersVillage

Red Arrow

The Economical Insurance Group

Best Western Cedar Park Inn

The Westin Edmonton

Matco Transportation Systems

Ltd.City Lumber Corporation

EPCOR

Art Gallery of Alberta

Coronet Electric Inc.

M & Z Industrial Supply Ltd.

Unipac Packaging Products Ltd.

ITT Water & Wastewater

Peace Hills Insurance Co.

Wm. Dale Somerville ProfessionalCorporation

Dynamex Canada Corp.Gateway Mechanical ServicesInc.

Institute of CharteredAccountants of Alberta

10-24 Years

Clark Builders

P.M. Electric Ltd.

Alberta Business Research Ltd.

Alberta Cancer Foundation

Edmonton Folk Music Festival

Wood Group Pressure ControlCanada Inc.

Accurate Data Services Inc.

SHOWTECH POWER &LIGHTING

Rancho Realty (Edmonton) Ltd.

Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.

TELUS World of Science -Edmonton

Alberta Motion Picture IndustriesAssociation

Cine Audio Visual

D.C. Solutions Ltd.

C.H. William Cheung ProfessionalCorporation

Twilite Music Services Ltd.

Alberta Traffic Supply Ltd.

Downtown Business Associationof Edmonton

Hanscomb Limited

Igloo Building Supplies Group

Certified Radio

Radco Food Stores Ltd.

The Running Room (RunningRoom Canada Inc.)

Advertising Images Inc.

AVW-TELAV Audio VisualSolutions

Canadian Circumpolar Institute(CCI)

Groupex Systems Canada Inc.

Simson-Maxwell

Wade Engineering Ltd.

Westbrook Shopping Centre Inc.

Canadian Valuation Group Ltd.

Comfort Inn & Suites

Holiday Inn - Convention Centre

Nunastar Properties Inc.United Protection Services Inc.

Cencomp Systems Solutions Inc.

CNIB

Gimbel Eye Centre - Edmonton

Intuit Canada Ltd.

Eleventh Hour BusinessCorporation

Odvod Media

Ticketmaster Canada Ltd.

Best Western City Centre Inn

Canadian Red Cross - AlbertaEdmonton Veterinarians'Emergency Clinic

Fuller Austin Insulation Inc.

O & J Consulting Services

5-9 Years

Power Express

Est-Elle Academy of Hair Design

Redco Restoration SpecialistsLtd.

Sung Lee Taekwondo

The Inspections Group Inc.

XCURA Systems & Consulting

Ye Olde Plumber Ltd.

Belmont Esso

Campbell College Ltd.

Diversified Staffing Services Ltd.

Marketing By Design

Stielow Canada Inc.

Advantage RV Service Centre

Canadian North

Capital Industrial Sales &Services Ltd.

CCD Health Systems

Cohos Evamy integratedesignTM

Direct Energy Business

Dragon FX

Homes By Avi (Edmonton) Inc.

Orbis Engineering Field ServicesLtd.

Safety West Inc.

SECURIT/SHRED-IT

Wenzel Downhole Tools Ltd.

Western IT Solutions

Alberta School of Business,Executive Education

Capital Truck Body & Equipment

EBA Engineering ConsultantsLtd.

Fred Katz Fine Art Photography

Predictable Futures Inc. -Business Family Centre

Qualimet

R D Nathan Real Estate

Royal West Homes Inc.

University of Lethbridge

Advantage Installations

Alberta Recycling ManagementAuthority

Arctic Chiller Ltd.

Cook County Saloon / Von'sSteak and Fish House

EECOL Electric

Express EmploymentProfessionals

Infolink Inc.

Lewis Estates Golf Course

Monarch RegistriesOasis Edmonton ConferenceCentre

Orkin Pest Control

Park Avenue Interiors

RE/MAX Real Estate - CentralBranch

Sawridge Inn - Edmonton South

The Works

Torque Communications

Less Than 5 Years

Best Landscaping Supplies

California Closets

Applied Electronics Ltd.

Ashley Fine Floors

Canadian Cystic FibrosisFoundation, Edmonton Chapter

Easyford Meats

Dynacor Media

Building Trades of Alberta

On Time Express

Canwest Corporate Air Charter

Hi-Way 13 Transport Ltd.

Canada Africa Trading Ltd.

Dynamic Water, Sewer & GasServices Inc.

Service Canada Centres ForYouth

Celico Builders Inc.

Carton Land Inc.

Continental Cartage Inc.

Technosub Inc.

Acces Emploi

eCycle Solutions Inc.

Genome Alberta

Alberta Business Family Institute

ADCO Power Ltd.

Mutual Propane Ltd.

Boychuk Ventures Inc.

Corporate Carriage Inc.

GlaxoSmithKline

Dylan McLernon

SEANAA Solutions

Danny Hooper Productions Inc.

Tyco Thermal Controls

ABSA the pressure equipment

safety authority

Cinema City Inc.

Wild Rose Websites

Love And Care Homes

Delcon Development Group Ltd.

Extreme Power

High Clouds Incorporated

007 Architecture

Monarch Granite & Marble Inc.

Air North, Yukon's Airline

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