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April 11, 2025 | Media Release
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Premier Lantz Tables Bill Aimed to Eliminate Trade Barriers
Today, Hon. Rob Lantz, Premier of Prince Edward Island, introduced the Interprovincial Trade & Mobility Act in the provincial legislature. This bill will allow Prince Edward Island to eliminate unnecessary barriers to trade and labour mobility with reciprocating jurisdictions.
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April 9, 2025 | Media Release
Statement on U.S. 90-Day Tariff “Pause
Today’s pause shows the power of dropping tariffs. Unfortunately, they aren’t dropping for Canada.
Despite being America’s closest and most reliable business partner, we’re still being treated worse than almost anyone — second only to China.
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March 18, 2025 | Media Release
Canadian Businesses Are Struggling, and Exporters Are Feeling It the Most
Canadian businesses are facing mounting economic uncertainty, and exporters are getting hit the hardest. The latest Business Insights Quarterly from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab (BDL) shows that business confidence remains weak for the third consecutive quarter, with goods exporters now trailing other businesses in optimism.
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Publications
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ACC's Op-ed.
April 7. 2025
Window of Opportunity: Free Trade Zone
Windows of opportunity are often unpredictable and fast moving in public policy. They are described by policy experts as fleeting moments where the convergence of problems, solutions, and political will creates a rare chance for impactful change
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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.
With geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and global economic shifts intensifying, Canada must act decisively to strengthen national sovereignty, secure supply chains, and enhance competitiveness. This submission outlines immediate and longer-term priorities to drive trade, investment, and economic self reliance, ensuring Canada remains a leader in an evolving global landscape.
This is a pivotal moment - one where bold provincial and territorial leadership can remove internal barriers, fortify critical industries, and position Canada for sustained prosperity. This joint submission offers a united vision and actionable recommendations for consideration by the Council of the Federation, aimed at driving economic growth and trade competitiveness across the country
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Upcoming Events
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Guest Speaker will be Scott Beck, who will discuss A Culture of Cyber Security
Scott Beck is CEO of the fast-growing Cybersecurity & IT Services firm BeckTek. He’s a two-time international best-selling author and award-winning speaker, including appearances at NASDAQ and Harvard Club of Boston. Co-star of the Amazon documentary “Cyber Crime” and “Cyber Crime:Fallout”, Scott is a frequent TV celebrity guest expert with appearances on CTV, Global, NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, and The CW.
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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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