Business

Province freezing education property tax, deferring WCB premiums to assist during COVID-19

Premier Jason Kenney has announced three government decisions he says will give Albertans and Alberta employers additional supports as they deal with the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. The three measures are an education property tax freeze, the deferral of WCB premiums, and the deferral of education property taxes for businesses. […]

Business

Premier announces economic relief for energy sector

Premier Jason Kenney began his 3 p.m. update Friday by commending and praising Alberta Health Services employees who are testing more than 2,000 people per day for the virus. The Premier also praised truckers, grocery store staff, and custodial staff.
[…]

Business

Business optimism slightly up in February, CFIB says

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) February Business Barometer shows Alberta’s small business confidence up 2.6 points from January to improved slightly to an index of 39.6, still well below the national index of 60.5 points. CFIB considers an index between 65-70 an indication of a strong economy. […]

Business

Ag for Life offering agricultural career day for young women in Calgary

Ag for Life, and organization that offers agriculture education to Albertans, including children, youth and adults, will host their first career event in Calgary on Mar. 18 to help promote careers in agriculture and allow young females to connect with professionals in the agriculture sector. The Free event, called Feed Your Future, is open to young women in Grades 9 to 12.
[…]