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Alberta Enterprise Group: An NHL Hub City Would Boost Alberta’s Economic Recovery Efforts
“Businesses across Alberta would welcome the NHL with open arms,” said John Liston, President of Alberta Enterprise Group. “Covid-19 has left many of our entrepreneurs and job creators battling hard, and this opportunity would give us a much-needed shot in the arm and would be a huge boost to our economic recovery efforts. Optimism and hope are key elements of this recovery and in Canada, hockey provides that.”
“Businesses across Alberta would welcome the NHL with open arms,” said John Liston, President of Alberta Enterprise Group. “Covid-19 has left many of our entrepreneurs and job creators battling hard, and this opportunity would give us a much-needed shot in the arm and would be a huge boost to our economic recovery efforts. Optimism and hope are key elements of this recovery and in Canada, hockey provides that.”
Inspiring, Naturally! The River Valley and the Region’s Future
The article discusses the North Saskatchewan River valley parks system in Edmonton, which is the largest urban park in North America. During the pandemic, the park system provided a much-needed opportunity for people to get outside and enjoy nature. The River Valley Alliance is a not-for-profit organization that aims to create a world-class trail system within the park, and the article argues that supporting this initiative is a smart investment that will pay dividends for years to come. The article also highlights the park's potential for tourism and as an amenity to attract and retain top talent. The RVA plans to complete a 100-kilometre continuous connection from Fort Saskatchewan to Devon, but their funding will run out in 2025, and the article hopes that they will receive additional support to complete the project. The RVA will unveil the regional trail's name later this year, chosen through collaboration with Indigenous Elders and knowledge keepers.
The article discusses the North Saskatchewan River valley parks system in Edmonton, which is the largest urban park in North America. During the pandemic, the park system provided a much-needed opportunity for people to get outside and enjoy nature. The River Valley Alliance is a not-for-profit organization that aims to create a world-class trail system within the park, and the article argues that supporting this initiative is a smart investment that will pay dividends for years to come. The article also highlights the park's potential for tourism and as an amenity to attract and retain top talent. The RVA plans to complete a 100-kilometre continuous connection from Fort Saskatchewan to Devon, but their funding will run out in 2025, and the article hopes that they will receive additional support to complete the project. The RVA will unveil the regional trail's name later this year, chosen through collaboration with Indigenous Elders and knowledge keepers.
June 2021 – An Interview with the Premier of Alberta
Danielle Smith and Premier Kenney discuss how to move Alberta's economy forward as we come out of Covid-19 restrictions.
Danielle Smith and Premier Kenney discuss how to move Alberta's economy forward as we come out of Covid-19 restrictions.