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05/29/2008
CANADA’S MAJOR ECONOMIC REGIONAL LEADERS MEET TO DISCUSS THE COUNTRY’S ECONOMIC WELL-BEING
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05/22/2008
GREATER THAN > CALGARY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 2008 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Our desire, determination and passion will make us become greater than we already are
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05/15/2008
DUBAI ARCHITECT YAHYA JAN TO PRESENT THE BUSINESS CASE FOR SIGNATURE BUILDINGS IN CALGARY
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02/26/2008
CALGARY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AIMS TO CREATE NEW BUSINESS SYNERGIES IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Calgary energy and real estate companies join Middle Eastern trade mission
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01/29/2008
10-YEAR EMPLOYMENT DEMAND FORECAST UNVEILED TO CALGARY BUSINESS COMMUNITY
Registered nurses, IT specialists and accountants among top jobs for projected growth
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09/27/2007
CALGARY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TD BANK FINANCIAL GROUP CHART THE COURSE FOR 2008
Local and Global Economic Outlook and Calgary Business Survey Results Shared
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(CALGARY, AB) – Economic trends, interest rates, oil prices, the Canadian dollar; all critical factors that affect the bottom line of any business. Successful business planning depends on a company’s understanding of the opportunities, cha ... view complete release
09/15/2007
THIRD ANNUAL MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION –“EL GRITO DE INDEPENDENCIA”
Mexcians and Calgarians alike gather to celebrate Mexico’s most patriotic day
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September 15, 2007
(CALGARY, AB) – The Calgary-Naucalpan Sister Cities Committee (led by Calgary Economic Development), the Mexican Consulate in Calgary and the Institute of Mexicans Abroad, are hosting the third annual ... view complete release
09/14/2007
CALGARY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT EMBARKS ON MAJOR RECRUITMENT TOUR
Career fairs in Toronto, Halifax and England to spread message of Calgary’s opportunities
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September 14, 2007
(CALGARY, AB) – Calgary Economic Development (CED) is heading east to spread the word about the vibrant lifestyle and plentiful job opportunities that await workers in Calgary.
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09/13/2007
Calgary emerges as a leading business and financial services centre
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September 13, 2007
(CALGARY, AB) - Calgary Economic Development (CED) has just released a report that offers a comprehensive overview of the Business and Financial Services (B&FS) sector in the city.
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07/09/2007
Calgary and Québec City: Sister city relationship strengthened through opening of permanent office in Calgary
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06/27/2007
Film friendly program set to roll
Calgary communities get support for behind the scenes filming
(Calgary, Alberta – June 27, 2007) oday Calgary Economic Development (CED) launched ‘Behind The Scenes’, Calgary’s film friendly program. Along with Calgary’s Mayor Dave Bronconnier and Alberta Film, Calgary’s film ... view complete release
06/26/2007
Creative Industries foundation of Calgary’s economic success
(Calgary, Alberta – June 26, 2007) Calgary Economic Development (CED) in collaboration with Calgary Arts Development (CADA) today released a comprehensive overview of the Creative Industries sector and it's importan ... view complete release
06/22/2007
Alberta government invests in Calgary Economic Development's CalgaryWorks
(Calgary, Alberta – June 22, 2007) The Honourable Iris Evans, Minister of Employment, Immigration and Industry for the Alberta government, implored Calgary businesses yesterday to give the Alberta government advice ... view complete release
05/01/2007
Act – the process of doing
Calgary Economic Development and The City of Calgary present their annual Report to the Community
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(Calgary, Alberta - May 1, 2007) The successes of Calgary Economic Development (CED) and The City of Calgary in 2006 will be outlined at the Report to the Community luncheon on May 1st, 2007. The event will feature a keynote address from Mayor ... view complete release
02/09/2007
Calgary Economic Development to attend two international trade missions next week
(Calgary, Alberta – February, 8, 2007) Calgary Economic Development (CED), City officials and members of Calgary’s business community will visit key international destinations in the upcoming week. Trade missions to the UK, China ... view complete release
01/18/2007
Calgary HR and creative community to share ideas on solutions to workforce challenge
Creativity & innovation in the workplace forum takes place today
(Calgary, Alberta - January 18, 2007) With a deejay spinning energetic tunes, the latest CalgaryWorks and Talent Pool best practices forum promises to be a memorable event, sure to get the creative juices flowing. And that is precisely the goal. ... view complete release
12/18/2006
Calgarians invited to shape the City’s economic future
(Calgary, Alberta – December 18, 2006) The City of Calgary is inviting input from all Calgarians on a planned ten-year economic development strategy to help guide the city’s economic future through the activities of the four City-funded ... view complete release
10/30/2006
Calgary and Quebec City announce strategic business partnership
Quebec City economic development agency to open office in Calgary
(Calgary, Alberta – October 30, 2006) Calgary Economic Development (CED) and its Québec City economic development equivalent, Pôle Québec Chaudière-Appalaches, will announce the opening of an economic development office in Calgary.
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10/26/2006
Building Calgary’s Talent:
Practical Solutions for the Labour Force Challenge
October 26, 2006 - Calgary, Alberta) The search for global talent is on. To compete globally, Calgary companies must find innovative solutions to attract and retain workers.
On Thursday, October 26th, 2006, CalgaryWorks is hosting i ... view complete release
10/05/2006
Calgary Economic Development and TD Bank Financial Group Chart the Course for 2007
Local and Global Economic Outlook and Calgary Business Survey Results Shared
(Calgary, Alberta – October 5, 2006) Economic trends, interest rates, oil prices, the Canadian dollar; all critical factors that affect the bottom line of any business. Successful business planning depends on a company’s understanding of the oppo ... view complete release
10/02/2006
Manufacturing Sector Challenges Discussed
Alberta's manufacturing industry gathers to hear Deputy Chief Economist
(Calgary, Alberta – October 2, 2006) Alberta manufacturers gathered today to listen to Douglas Porter speak on the major challenges that are facing their growing industry.
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09/26/2006
Remington breaks ground for $1 billion redevelopment project
One of the largest land redevelopments in North America is set to begin
(Calgary, Alberta – September 26, 2006) Remington Development Corporation officially broke ground today for the much-anticipated Quarry Park redevelopment project.
Quarry Park, located in southeast Calgary, is one of the largest land rede ... view complete release
07/20/2006
Calgary Makes Real Estate History
One of the largest land redevelopments in North America to take place in the city
Calgary, Alberta (July 20, 2006) City council has approved a 314-acre land redevelopment project submitted by Remington Development Corporation.
Quarry Park, located in southeast Calgary, is one of the largest land redevelopments in North Americ ... view complete release
06/29/2006
2nd Annual American Picnic:
A celebration to honour Calgary’s 75,000 Americans
(Calgary, Alberta – June 29, 2006) The 2nd annual American Picnic is taking place Sunday, July 2nd. The event is an initiative of Calgary Economic Development (CED) and the Calgary-Phoenix Sister Cities Committee.
Manfred Merkel, chairman of the ... view complete release
06/27/2006
Building for Business:
Calgary Office Market Forecast
(June 27, 2006 - Calgary, Alberta) Calgary’s stellar economy has resulted in a space crunch. The total office vacancy rate has plummeted from 14% in 2002, to the present rate of 2.6%. The real estate market is even tighter in the downtown core, with ... view complete release
06/13/2006
Calgary and Houston Sign Cooperation Agreement
Global energy leaders foster a climate of innovation and advancement
(Calgary, Alberta – June 13, 2006) Houston’s mayor, Bill White and a delegation from Texas are in Calgary this week to sign a historic economic and cultural cooperation agreement with the city. A Bilateral Agreement will be signed by Mayor White ... view complete release
06/12/2006
Building Calgary’s Talent:
An Interactive Session on Practical Solutions for the Labour Force Challenge
Calgary, Alberta (June 12, 2006) Labour supply in the Calgary Region is reaching a critical and decisive stage. Access to skilled labour is a number one priority for most businesses now, and in the future – forecasts indicate 90,000 potential new job ... view complete release
06/09/2006
THE FUTURE OF FILM IN CALGARY
Calgary Economic Development Releases Film Studio Proposal
Calgary, Alberta (June 9, 2006) The profile of the film & television industry in Southern Alberta is at an all-time high. Many high profile movies have been shot in and around the Calgary region. Recent Hollywood blockbusters, such as “Brokeback ... view complete release
04/07/2006
Calgary Leads the Nation in GDP growth
Calgary, Alberta (April 6, 2006) Calgary will be number one in 2006 for metropolitan GDP growth according to the Conference Board’s Metropolitan Outlook – Spring 2006. Real gross domestic product is expected to increase by four per cent in Calgary, t ... view complete release
01/10/2006
2005 Calgary Economy Roars, Record Year for Building Permits
Calgary, Alberta (January 10, 2006) 2005 was a banner year for building permits in Calgary, with construction activity values hitting the unprecedented $3.6 Billion mark – up 47% over 2004.
These impressive figures were re ... view complete release
10/26/2005
Calgary's Workforce Development Initiative launched - Collaborative Cross-Sectoral Program to address labour shortages
Calgary, Alberta (October 26, 2005) Calgary Economic Development (CED), in partnership with industry, business, government and the education sector has launched the Workforce Development Initiative: CalgaryWorks. The initial two-year program ... view complete release
06/08/2005
Mayor Unveils New Stamp Cancellation Stamp Celebrates "Calgary, Heart of the New West™"
>June 8, 2005 (Calgary, AB) Calgary is sharing its western hospitality throughout the world with today’s unveiling of a cancellation stamp featuring the ‘Calgary, Heart of the New West™’ brand. The brand symbolizes the proud heritage and pio ... view complete release
05/09/2005
Calgary Economic Development and The Calgary Chamber of Commerce See Progress in Federal Airport Tax Announcement
Calgary, Alberta (May 9, 2005) Team Calgary, including, Calgary Economic Development, The Calgary Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Calgary, The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, Calgary Technologies Inc. and The City of Calgary, is encouraged with ... view complete release
03/07/2005
Colorado Governer and Denver Mayor Visit Calgary to Strengthen North American Energy Security
Calgary, Alberta (April 7, 2005) Calgary Economic Development and Denver’s new Canadian Consul General, Michael Fine, are part of the team coordinating the 2005 Colorado-Alberta Energy Partnering Mission to Calgary April 11 and April 12. The ... view complete release
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