Dale Swampy discusses the challenges that communities face in addressing poverty, including the need for employment opportunities and community involvement. He shares a personal story about his sister, who moved back to the reserve and started a program to provide food and other necessities to community members in need. The post highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to addressing poverty, including employment opportunities, education, and community involvement, rather than relying solely on government programs. Dale also emphasizes the need for self-reflection and taking responsibility for addressing the issue, rather than blaming external factors.

Highlights The Honorable Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta, spoke at a meeting of the Alberta Enterprise Group about the importance of striking a balance between free enterprise, individual freedom, and government intervention. She praised the group’s work in helping Alberta recover from economic turmoil and thanked them for their dedication to supporting growth in the […]

Dr. Jack Mintz gave a speech about federal-provincial relations and the role of the West in Canada. Western Canada is a large economic power but has weak political power. Dr. Mintz suggests that Alberta should consider more provincial autonomy to control its own life and create its own opportunities, and control its economic powers as well. He also discussed the need for a just transition for Alberta’s oil and gas sector, and the importance of affordability in energy policies. Dr. Mintz also touched on other topics such as the high tax rates in Canada, the need for more police forces, and the healthcare system. He suggests that the UCP and the NDP both agree on the need for developing more clinics and that they should be well-operated, and that the goal should be to move more things out to clinics. Dr. Jack Mintz believes that the centralization of power is occurring everywhere in government, and the only way to protect the interests of the provinces is through provincial leaders and governments. He also thinks that climate policies will take a long time to adopt and that the public is not ready for it. He comments on inflation, saying that Canada’s inflation is not as outlandish compared to other countries but is reckless with the checkbook. He believes that Canada’s indebtedness is much bigger than the official numbers suggest and that the country needs more national savings to fund future commitments.

In this discussion, a panel of experts explored the topic of the future of the energy industry in Canada, with a focus on sustainability and the transition to a low-carbon economy. The panelists shared their thoughts on various aspects of the industry, including the importance of partnerships, the need for comprehensive data, and the role of governments in shaping policies that promote innovation and sustainability. While there was agreement that the transition to a low-carbon economy presents challenges, the panelists also highlighted the opportunities that this transition can bring, both in terms of economic growth and in creating a more sustainable future. Overall, the discussion shed light on the complex and multifaceted nature of the energy industry in Canada, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the transition to a more sustainable future.

Ian Murray is the Owner, President, and General Counsel of IMC (Ian Murray & Company Ltd.). IMC is aSpecial Situation consulting company that focuses on challenges and opportunities that are outside of aclient’s core activities and involve new projects, products, markets, and technologies, as well asrestructurings and transformational challenges.  Ian’s expertise and experience relates to […]

The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal Award Ceremony  given to individuals who have made significant contributions to their community, country, or the Commonwealth, and reflects the Queen’s appreciation for their dedication and service Our winners: Previous Next Photos from the event:

https://youtu.be/vIXu-7Bqig8 The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal Award Ceremony  given to individuals who have made significant contributions to their community, country, or the Commonwealth, and reflects the Queen’s appreciation for their dedication and service Our winners: Previous Next Photos from the event:

We want to thank Kelley Charlebois with Maple Leaf Strategies, David Mann with Dentons and Dr. Tammy Nemeth for attending our AEG discussion on Oil and Gas! #alberta #oilandgas @MapleLeafStrat @Dentons

The Alberta Enterprise Group (AEG) is excited to announce its first trade mission to Texas in partnership with the Canadian Blockchain Consortium (CBC). The AEG is a non-profit, business advocacy organization representing the interests of Alberta-based enterprises in the province and across Canada. Our goal is to help our members grow their businesses, create jobs […]

The antithesis of the status quo, Kim is driven to innovate new and better ways to do things for the clients he serves, the advancement of the firm, and other professionals in tax. His relentless obsession with getting to know everything in the Tax Act makes him a highly sought-out resource for peers and clients.