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The Alberta Enterprise Group (AEG) Response to the Passing of Bill C-235
In the autumn of 2022, on your behalf, AEG opposed federal bill C-235 "An Act respecting the building of a green economy in the Prairies". AEG stood up for Alberta's businesses by arguing that not only was the bill undermining areas of provincial jurisdiction but also that it was likely the bill would add to rather than alleviate the regulatory burden or costs of compliance of the numerous federal green regulations and programmes already being implemented in the Prairies.
In the autumn of 2022, on your behalf, AEG opposed federal bill C-235 "An Act respecting the building of a green economy in the Prairies". AEG stood up for Alberta's businesses by arguing that not only was the bill undermining areas of provincial jurisdiction but also that it was likely the bill would add to rather than alleviate the regulatory burden or costs of compliance of the numerous federal green regulations and programmes already being implemented in the Prairies.
A blog that is not about politics, tariffs, or Trump – more from the heart…
Discover the inspiring story of Lou MacEachern, a true embodiment of Alberta's entrepreneurial spirit. From humble beginnings to building a business empire, Lou's journey is a testament to hard work and generosity. With a legacy that continues to inspire entrepreneurs and philanthropists, Lou's story is a must-read. Learn about his remarkable contributions, achievements, the impact he had on his community, and find out why Lou MacEachern will be remembered for generations to come as a Calgary icon and a shining example of integrity and community spirit.
Discover the inspiring story of Lou MacEachern, a true embodiment of Alberta's entrepreneurial spirit. From humble beginnings to building a business empire, Lou's journey is a testament to hard work and generosity. With a legacy that continues to inspire entrepreneurs and philanthropists, Lou's story is a must-read. Learn about his remarkable contributions, achievements, the impact he had on his community, and find out why Lou MacEachern will be remembered for generations to come as a Calgary icon and a shining example of integrity and community spirit.
The AEG podcast, Episode 4: Scaling Up Innovation in Alberta: Navigating Barriers and Sharing Lessons with the World
This podcast discusses the work of ERA, an organization in Alberta that invests in technology and innovation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and grow the economy. Justin mentions the benefits of their investments and highlights some of their funded projects, such as the hydrogen train and hydrogen semi-trucks. He also mentions the challenges of scaling up technology, including the lack of risk-taking capital and the importance of having a good business model and company management acumen. Justin emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and experiences, both successes and failures, and mentions the efforts in environmental sustainability being made in Alberta. He also mentions the difficulty of finding help for innovators but encourages them to persevere and seek help from various sources.
This podcast discusses the work of ERA, an organization in Alberta that invests in technology and innovation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and grow the economy. Justin mentions the benefits of their investments and highlights some of their funded projects, such as the hydrogen train and hydrogen semi-trucks. He also mentions the challenges of scaling up technology, including the lack of risk-taking capital and the importance of having a good business model and company management acumen. Justin emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and experiences, both successes and failures, and mentions the efforts in environmental sustainability being made in Alberta. He also mentions the difficulty of finding help for innovators but encourages them to persevere and seek help from various sources.