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News Releases
Friday, October 25, 2024Chambers & boards of trade from across Atlantic Canada convened in Halifax last week to participate in two significant national conferences: the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada (CCEC) Conference and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM). Atlantic Canadian chamber’s staff were recognized for their exemplary contributions to the network and the communities they serve. Read more
Thursday, October 24, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce applauds the Government of Nova Scotia's announcement to reduce the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) by one percentage point, effective April 1, 2025. This decision marks a significant step towards alleviating financial pressures on businesses within the region. Read more
Friday, October 18, 2024The ACC, along with 20 local chambers and boards of trade from Atlantic Canada will convene with their national counterparts for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Conference and AGM in Halifax, NS. This national convention provides a platform for chambers and community business leaders to engage in discussions regarding the economic and political factors affecting the prosperity of Canadian businesses. Read more
Tuesday, April 16, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) remains concerned with high deficit spending in Canada. Government’s sustained deficit spending has led to a projected deficit of $41.1 billion this year and to debt servicing charges now eclipsing the total amount that Canada spends on health transfers each year. Interest charges in Canada will now cost Canadians $54 billion this year. Read more
Friday, March 22, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is pleased to see the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador take steps to reduce the cost of doing business in Budget 2024. Government has committed to reducing the small business corporate tax rate, effective January 1, 2024, from 3 per cent to 2.5 per cent on the first $500,000 of active business income. Read more
Tuesday, March 19, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is pleased to see the Government of New Brunswick make key investments in housing and that the province is projecting a budget surplus of $41 million. While the ACC applauds New Brunswick’s track record of fiscal restraint, several social concerns burgeoning throughout the province should not be ignored. Read more
Tuesday, March 19, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is urging the Government of Canada to fully end the carbon tax ahead of the planned increase scheduled for April 1, 2024. With Atlantic Canadians and businesses already grappling with rising inflation, interest rates, and revenue shortfalls, the ACC believes this additional cost burden will further impede economic growth in the region. Read more
Wednesday, March 6, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) unveils its top three policy priorities designed to propel Atlantic Canada towards sustainable growth in 2024. Following a period of economic challenges, the focus now shifts to strengthening the region's economic foundation. These priorities were identified through the 2024 Atlantic Insights survey, which gathered valuable insights from members regarding the most critical issues impacting the private sector. Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is pleased to see the Government of Prince Edward Island increase the basic personal amount and make investments in housing and skills but remains concerned with continued deficit spending and no new measures to reduce the cost of doing business. Read more
Friday, March 1, 2024The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) is pleased to see the Government of Nova Scotia continue to make critical investments in healthcare and housing. We are concerned with continued spending in other areas, a forecast of 30% increase in the province’s net debt over the next four years, with no measures to mitigate the increased cost of doing business. Read more
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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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