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Thursday, March 10, 2022
Most Atlantic Canadian Businesses In Good Shape, But Labour Concerns Persist
Atlantic Canadian businesses are still coping with challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic but they also have a sense of optimism and expectations for growth in 2022. That’s according to The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce’s (ACC) 2021-2022 Atlantic Insights Survey. The ACC polled members last fall to find out how their businesses were doing and what they expect in the future.
Friday, October 29, 2021Mandatory vaccination debate continues to be divided
In recent weeks, federal and provincial governments have introduced mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements for their employees, health-care workers and within sectors like the federally regulated transportation sector. As we found our way through each of the four waves and sought to end the pandemic through vaccination, a vigorous debate has waged on this year across the country between those in favour and those opposed to vaccination.
Thursday, August 12, 2021A Call-to-Action for Candidates: The Ballot Box Issues for NS Businesses
Nova Scotians head to the polls on August 17th to decide who will govern the province. There are many issues that are being brought to the attention of political candidates, but one of the core planks of any political platform is always the economy. At the heart of the economy are our resilient businesses who are ready and eager to recover from the past 17 months of the pandemic. The Atlantic Chamber asks candidates to address the critical issues for business and recover for at-risk communities in Nova
Monday, July 19, 2021Atlantic Chamber Program Will Help Companies Break Into Asian Markets
The Asia Market Development Program (AMDP) is now accepting applications from Atlantic Canada businesses with export experience looking to access new markets in South Korea, Japan, and the ASEAN countries. AMDP builds off the Chamber’s European export program, the European Market Development Program (EMDP) which is currently serving twenty Atlantic Canadian companies.
Thursday, May 27, 2021Atlantic Chamber members want tax reform coming out of pandemic
It’s a common suggestion that businesses are singularly focused on seeing a reduction in their corporate taxes but calls for comprehensive tax reform – at the federal and now provincial levels – are given greater weight by many, in the look to the post-pandemic future. There was a taste of the idea in the responses to the annual Atlantic Chamber of Commerce member polling, meant to help the Chamber establish policies and its priorities for the coming year.
Monday, March 8, 2021Businesses and provincial officials hopeful for reopening of Atlantic bubble
The CEO of the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce says the sooner the Atlantic bubble can be restored, the better. Sheri Somerville says businesses are eager for COVID-19 restrictions to ease and borders to reopen to allow free travel within the region. The bubble last summer allowed residents of the four provinces to travel within the region without having to isolate for 14 days.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021Rural areas of P.E.I. face long-term challenges in pandemic recovery, report finds
P.E.I.'s Kings and Prince counties face some serious challenges for economic recovery following the pandemic, according to a study released Wednesday morning by the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council, and commissioned by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce.
Wednesday, February 10, 2021Flair Airlines expanding to Atlantic Canada in May
ACC welcomes news of additional routes by Flair Airlines
Tuesday, February 2, 2021National Post Opinion: The urgent need for widespread rapid testing
The Atlantic and Halifax Chamber join with Chambers and medical communities across the country in signing the following open letter arguing for the adoption of widespread rapid testing in Canada.
Wednesday, January 20, 2021As flight service collapses in Atlantic Canada under strain of COVID-19, some worry the region’s being cut off from the rest of the country
Sheri Somerville, CEO of the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce, cites some sobering figures: a $3-billion loss to the tourism industry in Atlantic Canada in 2020, part of a $12-billion overall loss in the region’s six core industries. Recovering from those kinds of economic losses will take time, said Somerville, and the lack of efficient air transport service will extend that time. “One thing that we know for sure is reducing air service, or suspending air service, creates uncertainty,” she said.
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Business Truth & Reconciliation
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce takes proactive steps to promote reconciliation and respect for Indigenous rights within the corporate sector. In response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action 92, the Chamber urges its members to embrace the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as a guiding framework.
Recognizing the importance of education, the Chamber encourages businesses to provide comprehensive training for management and staff on the history of Indigenous peoples, including the legacy of residential schools, Indigenous rights, and Aboriginal-Crown relations. Emphasizing intercultural competency, conflict resolution, and anti-racism, these efforts aim to foster a more inclusive and harmonious corporate environment rooted in mutual understanding and respect.
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