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The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce actively monitors emerging issues that impact businesses across Atlantic Canada. It advocates on behalf of the business community, providing insights and recommendations to support the development of effective public policies. Below are ACC’s recent submissions:
Friday, March 14, 2025Chambers of the Federation _An Agenda for Economic Growth and Stability
The Chambers of Federation Policy Framework reflects a collaborative effort among provincial and territorial chambers of commerce to address shared challenges and unlock opportunities that benefit all Canadians.
Thursday, February 27, 2025Joint Letter to The Hon. Marc Miller re Atlantic Immigration Program
We write to express concerns about recent reductions in immigration allocations under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). These cuts disproportionately impact Atlantic Canada, a region that relies on tailored immigration policies to address its unique economic and demographic challenges. We urge the federal government to collaborate with provincial governments and regional economic partners to ensure immigration policies reflect Atlantic Canada’s distinct needs.
Friday, February 7, 2025Letter Received from Charles Ayles Acting Deputy Minister Intergovernmental Affairs
Thank you very much for your introductory e-mail of January 16, 2025, raising concerns of your members regarding the imposition of import tariffs by the Trump Administration. I know this is a difficult and anxious time for your organization and your 16,000 members across Atlantic Canada.
Friday, January 31, 2025Letter from CEOs of Provincial and Territorial Chambers to Premiers of Canada
As you know, recent months have been extremely challenging for businesses across Canada, given the uncertainty in both the U.S. trade relationship and in our own future national leadership. As CEOs of provincial and territorial chambers of commerce, we call on you – Canada’s premiers – to lead the way with immediate, comprehensive action to dismantle the internal barriers to trade within our country.
Tuesday, January 7, 2025NL Pre-Budget Submission 2025
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce, representing 19 chambers of commerce and boards of trade and more than 3,000 businesses across Newfoundland and Labrador submits the below 4 items for consideration in the 2025-2026 Budget.
Friday, December 20, 2024Congratulatory Letter to Premier Houston
On behalf of our network of 24 chambers of commerce and boards of trade and more than 4,800 businesses across Nova Scotia, the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce wishes to convey our congratulations to you on your re-election. At the same time, we want to offer the power of our network as a resource that can provide insight into how government and businesses can collaborate on the mutual goal of addressing the issues facing Nova Scotia.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024Joint Letter from Atlantic Chambers Re: Chignecto Isthmus
We are writing to request the commencement of restoration work on the Chignecto Isthmus. The Isthmus is an area of marshland that is below sea level and is vulnerable to storms and flooding. Since Confederation, Canada has always considered the railway between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to be a matter of national importance, and the rail corridor was a determining factor in both provinces joining Canada.
Friday, November 29, 2024Joint Letter from Canada’s Provincial, Territorial, and National Chambers Re: Postal Strike
On behalf of chambers of commerce from coast to coast to coast, we are writing to raise concerns we are hearing from our members about the strike by Canadian Union of Postal Workers that has now shut down operations at Canada Post for nearly two weeks. This strike is damaging to our retail sector and has considerable impacts on northern, rural, and remote communities. We need to see government leadership that gets the postal service working for Canadians again.
Monday, November 18, 2024Prince Edward Island Pre-Budget Submission
On behalf of our network of chambers representing more than 1,700 businesses across Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.), the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present 5 priorities for the 2025/2026 operating budget. This submission outlines critical areas that will unlock economic activity, improve conditions for housing, and increase competitiveness within the province.
Monday, November 18, 2024Nova Scotia Pre-Budget Submission
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC), representing 24 chambers of commerce and boards of trade and more than 4,800 businesses across Nova Scotia submits the following items for your consideration in the 2025-2026 Budget
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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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