The recent federal election in Canada was marked by unusual events including recounts of spoiled ballots, incorrect postal codes leading to uncounted votes, and an imported replacement emerging as a top candidate. The campaign also heavily featured the opposing party’s policies and the controversial idea of Canada becoming the 51st state, sparking extreme reactions from voters.
This Canada Day, Alberta Enterprise Group (AEG) reflects on the enduring spirit of Canadian entrepreneurship – from the legacy of the Hudson’s Bay Company to the small business owners driving today’s economy. As we celebrate, it’s also a time to honour the risk-takers, innovators, and community builders who continue to shape Canada’s future through resilience and determination.
As Stampede season kicks off, Alberta Enterprise Group tips its hat to the hardworking tradespeople who keep our province running all year long. From welders to truck drivers, these unsung heroes are the backbone of Alberta’s economy. This week, we salute their grit, pride, and work ethic – because Alberta doesn’t move without them.
Discover how Alberta’s relentless entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to exponential thinking drive innovation and economic growth, regardless of federal politics. Learn how reducing red tape, unlocking capital, and fostering ambition can propel the province into a future of bold achievements.
The federal government’s rush to pass Bill C-4, the Making Life More Affordable for Canadians Act, should alarm Canadians. This bill tightens privacy controls on businesses but exempts political parties. Political parties collect extensive data with minimal oversight. By exempting themselves from these rules, political parties make future data breaches inevitable. AEG believes that if businesses are held to strict privacy laws, political parties should be too.
Prime Minister Carney has ambitious plans to build millions of modular homes over the next decade, echoing Trump’s rhetoric with ‘We are going to build, Baby, build.’ While this initiative aims to address housing shortages, details remain scant. Will these homes be affordable? Who will build them, and where? How will this $25 billion project impact our debt and taxes? Find out the pending details behind Carney’s bold promise!
Renowned investor Ray Dalio warns of a predictable pattern of fiscal mismanagement that leads countries to economic decline, which he terms ‘The Big Cycle.’ This cycle, characterized by excessive government spending, borrowing, and money printing, results in inflation, social unrest, and a loss of trust in currency. Dalio’s insights serve as a critical reminder for regions like Alberta to prioritize fiscal responsibility to avoid similar pitfalls.
Join us for an afternoon of insight and inspiration as we explore “What’s Next for Alberta?” with special guest Dimitri Pantazopoulos, Partner with Maple Leaf Strategies. Dimitri will share his unique perspectives on Alberta’s future, covering everything from economic trends to innovative opportunities. Whether you’re a business owner, investor, or simply curious about our province’s trajectory, this event promises to be a game-changer.
Join us on June 12th in Edmonton for an exclusive AEG Member-Only and Member-invited guest(s) opportunity to engage with the Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Dale Nally at the Red Tape Reduction Roundtable. Be part of the conversation that will drive meaningful change. Register today and help us build a stronger, more prosperous business community!
As a foundational technology, Bitcoin joins the ranks of civilisation-altering innovations like fire, the wheel, and the printing press.
Yet its capacity to advance fundamental human rights through censorship-resistant value transfer remains profoundly under appreciated by the mainstream.
This talk with Krista Edmunds of Access Tribe, explores the power of Bitcoin has to enforce human rights.
