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Filming in Calgary
Filming in Calgary Find out what Calgary has to offer your next production!
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A great place to live, the place to do business

Whether you're starting a business in Calgary, are already a business owner or want to expand your business, Calgary Economic Development can connect you to information and networks vital in making your location and expansion decisions. Visit Calgary Economic Development services

Calgary - A Global Scorecard on  Prosperity- May 2009


A Conference Board of Canada report recently commissioned by Calgary Economic Development (CED) ranks Calgary first in overall economic prosperity compared to 22 other cities around the world.

Read the Report- 1,278KB

2008 Annual Report- May 2009


Highlighted in this report are the results of CED’s work over 2008. Focus - this year's theme, speaks to the shared vision that binds all Calgarians.

Read the Report - 2,883KB

Workforce Adjustment Resources


In response to a shifting global economic environment, Calgary Economic Development (CED) has assembled resources to support business with workforce adjustment. More>

Green Business Report - Simple Steps for Going Green - March 30, 2009


As part REAP's Down to Earth Week 2009, Calgary Economic Development and REAP released a research report aimed at small to medium sized companies, assisting them in their efforts to become more sustainable.    

 


Calgarypedia is a groundbreaking online initiative to engage and connect Calgarians. 

This wiki-based website, developed by Calgary Economic Development (CED) and Critical Mass, a world-class interactive marketing agency, will be a location where Calgarians can communicate and find any information about Calgary.  From the businesses we have in our city, to activities, events, history and stories which make our city great to best places to dine and shop.  In addition to being a great source of information for Calgarians this wiki will also serve as an important source of information for those interested in coming to live in Calgary.

See here for more information on Calgarypedia...

Alberta businesses can bid on London 2012 Olympic contracts.

London is hosting the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in 2012. Procurement started in mid-2007 and successful businesses will benefit from worldwide exposure — for years before and after the event. The Games are generating huge commercial opportunities for thousands of companies — from construction and manufacturing firms to organisations in catering, merchandising, retail, financial services, media and creative industries. Find out more>>

 

Economic Development Plan Charts Course to Prosperous Future

Investing in people, innovation and leveraging our existing economic strength will ensure that Calgarians will enjoy prosperity well into the future, according to the new 10-year Economic Development Strategy.

Strategy Media Backgrounder - 67KB

Strategy Press release - January 9, 2008 - 16KB

Calgary Economic Development Strategy - 4,550KB

Calgary Economic Development Strategy Implementation Plan - 767KB

Note: To print the Strategy and Implementation plan, print on ledger sized paper for better readability.




CalgaryWorks is about developing Calgary’s workforce. Calgary Economic Development with leadership from business and community partners is taking an innovative and collaborative approach to strengthen our workforce by communicating the diversity of careers and job opportunities in the Calgary Region.

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Behind The Scenes is Calgary’s film friendly initiative. This program connects the film and television industry with our communities to bring stories to life.

Learn more about Behind The Scenes

For more information on Bill C10 please visit the following links:

March 3, 2008 - Statement by Honorable Josée Verner -Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages


July 3, 2009



Calgary Economic Development's
corporate partnership program


News Releases
May 20, 2009
NEW REPORT RANKS CALGARY FIRST PLACE IN GLOBAL PROSPERITY
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