October 24, 2024
Susan Holt, Premier-Designate
Province of New Brunswick
715 Brunswick St.
Fredericton, NB, E3B1H8
Via E-mail : info@nbliberal.ca
Dear Premier-Designate Holt:
On behalf of our network of 38 Chambers and 5,600 businesses in New Brunswick, the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce wishes to convey our congratulations to you on your election and becoming Premier of New Brunswick. 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 New Brunswick
Businesses are facing new challenges that are reflective of the issues in their community and province. While the cost of doing business and talent attraction will always be front of mind for a business, there are also matters of healthcare, housing, and public safety that are now equally as important to the private sector.
The Atlantic Chamber was pleased to see your prioritization of many of these issues while also committing to balancing the budget each year of your mandate. Balancing the budget while increasing affordability for businesses and residents will be crucial in ensuring that New Brunswick is a competitive province for the private sector.
The Atlantic Chamber looks forward to working with you throughout your term as Premier and wishes you success as we hope you lead New Brunswick into a future where both economic development and social well-being are prioritized.
Sincerely,
Rhonda Tulk-Lane
Chief Executive Officer, Atlantic Chamber of Commerce
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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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