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News Releases
Tuesday, March 21, 2023While Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) appreciates the investments in healthcare, education, and public safety, which are crucial to the province and local communities, ACC remains concerned with the lack of support for business in the 2023/2024 budget. Read moreAtlantic ChamberWednesday, March 18, 2020Windsor, NS (March 18, 2020) – The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce applauds the Federal government for today’s announcement of a new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy during a challenging time for people, business and communities across the country.The measures announced today align with the call for support the Chambers in Atlantic Canada are hearing from members. Interim results from a survey conducted over the past few days reveal that 82% of businesses in Atlantic Canada are reporting they are currently being impact by COVID-19 and more than 95% anticipate they will be impacted in the near future. Read moreAtlantic ChamberTuesday, March 10, 2020Windsor, NS (March 10, 2020) – The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is encouraged by the provincial government increasing the annual budget surplus to $125M. New Brunswick has made significant progress in stabilizing its fiscal situation and if their forecasts pan out, the province will be able begin to pay down $123M of the $14B public debt while still investing $600M in infrastructure to address health and education needs and produce facilitate movement of goods and people. Read moreAtlantic ChamberTuesday, March 3, 2020Windsor, NS (March 3, 2020) – As the only accredited business organization in Atlantic Canada and the unified voice of more than 16,000 business owners through its network of 94 Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade, the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) today released its four Pillars for Growth government policy recommendations. The ACC intends to highlight these opportunities to all Atlantic governments and work with provincial officials to advance economic growth priorities that translate into prosperous communities and provinces. Read moreAtlantic ChamberWednesday, February 26, 2020The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is launching an Atlantic Canadian pilot program aimed at helping business owners adopt smart technological solutions, and helping students understand the immense career opportunities within advanced manufacturing. Read moreAtlantic ChamberTuesday, August 21, 2018With the election a month away, the members of We Choose Growth are providing each of the political parties with a list of achievable objectives to get New Brunswick started down a road to growth and collective prosperity. Read more
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Business Truth & Reconciliation
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is taking 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. This entails a commitment to meaningful consultation, fostering respectful relationships, and obtaining the free, prior, and informed consent of Indigenous peoples before embarking on economic projects. Moreover, the Chamber advocates for equitable access to employment, training, and educational opportunities for Indigenous communities, ensuring they reap sustainable benefits from economic development initiatives.
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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