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Chamber Connection Vol 59 (July 29)

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TUES, AUG 04 | 12:30PM

WHITE LOTUS MASSAGE THERAPY

Ribbon Cutting - White Lotus Massage Therapy

TheGrandePrairie&DistrictChamberof Commerceinvitesmembersandthe communitytocelebratethegrandopeningof WhiteLotusMassageTherapy'sbeautifulnew location.

Guestsareinvitedtotourthenewclinic,meet theWhiteLotusMassageTherapyteam, connectwithfellowChambermembers,local professionalsandcommunityleaders,and helpofficiallycelebratethisexcitingnew chapterwithaceremonialribboncutting.

AU Delegation visits GP

TheGrandePrairie&DistrictChamberofCommerce welcomedaninternationaldelegationfromAustralia duringtheirdiscoverytouroftheMontneyoilandgas region.

ThroughVantageNorthGroup,visitingoilandgas executivesconnectedwithindustryleadersfromour regiontolearnfrommorethan20yearsofdevelopment experienceintheMontney.WithAustralia’sBeetaloogas fieldstillintheearlystagesofdevelopment,thesimilarities betweenthetworegionscreatedanimmediate connectionandsomeincrediblyvaluableconversations.

Facilitatingconnectionsliketheseisexactlywhatthe Chamberisheretodo—bringingtherightpeopletogether, creatingopportunitiesforlocalbusinesses,andhelping buildrelationshipsthatreachwellbeyondourregion. We’reexcitedtoseewheretheseconversationsmaylead andlookforwardtowelcomingmoreinternational delegationstoGrandePrairieinthefuture.

Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance

CHAMBER MEMBERS HAVE ACCESS TO CANADA'S LARGEST EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PLAN TARGETED TO SMALL-TO-MEDIUM SIZED BUSINESS.

Operating since the early 1970s, Chambers Plan now provides coverage to over 30,000 firms like yours. Regardless of the size of your organization Chambers Plan can be customized to meet your needs,requestafreequotetodayandletusshowyouhowwecan customizeaplanforyou.

Established

Your firm's rates will remain stable regardless of claims history. Additionally, Chambers Plan Group Health Insurance is noncancelable due to any claims experienced by your firm. Your companywillneverbesingledoutforarateincrease,ever.

Local

Your business is unique, so your business needs unique coverage. That is why a local Chambers Plan advisor administers your employee health benefits plan. A Chambers Plan advisor is a member of your community. Whether you want to add dental coverage,changeorupdate,orsimplyaskaquestion,youradvisor isthereforyou.

Customizable

Coverage can be tailored to suit your needs. Customize your plan selecting from a wide range of coverage – life, health, dental, disability, critical illness and much more! As well, Chambers Plan membershaveaccesstomy-benefits®anonlinemanagementtool. Thistoolallowsyoutoadministeryourplananywhere,anytime.

Neil & Associates 10715-102 Street Grande Prairie Website: https://neilandassociates. ca Local Agent - Cam Neil

AtNeil&Associates,webelieve you deserve the best when it comes to group insurance— personalized service from a team of advisors and support staff who live and work right hereinyourcommunity.Asyour local provider of the Chamber Plan, we offer affordable, flexible, and stable benefits designed specifically for small andmedium-sizedbusinesses.

Whether you’re looking for comprehensive coverage for your team or just starting to explore your options, our experts are here to guide you every step of the way. Get the best deal on insurance and peaceofmindforyourbusiness —contact Neil & Associates today!

Alberta Energy Rebate portal now open

ApplicationsarenowopenfortheAlbertaEnergy Rebate,puttingtaxdollarsbackinthehandsof Albertans.

Albertanscannowapplyfortheone-timeAlbertaEnergy Rebate,deliveringmoresavingswithmoreflexibilityto familiesacrosstheprovince.Withdirectpaymentsof$100to eacheligibleAlbertan,therebatewillofferreal,immediate reliefonthecostoffuel,groceries,utilitiesandother householdneeds.

FromJuly1toSept.30,eligibleAlbertanscanaccessthe secureonlineportaltosubmittheirapplicationbyvisiting alberta.ca/alberta-energy-rebate

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One card – that’s it!

Albertansnowgetaredesigned, moresecuredriver’slicenceorID cardthatincludesaCanadian citizenshipidentifierandtheir personalhealthnumber.

Thenewcardshaveenhancedsecurity featuresandamoderndesignthat celebratesAlberta’slandscapeand identity.Theintegrationofpersonal healthnumbersonthecardswill improveconvenienceforAlbertansby eliminatingtheneedtocarryaseparate paperhealthcard.

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Summer savings at Alberta museums and sites

Albertaismakingitmoreaffordable forfamiliesandyoungpeopletolearn ourhistoryatprovincialmuseums andhistoricsites.

ThroughitsparticipationintheCanada StrongPass,Alberta’sgovernmentis onceagainhelpingfamilies,youthand visitorsenjoysummerexperiencesata reasonablepricewithfreeand discountedadmissiontoallprovincial museumsandhistoricsites.

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Small Business Loans: What to Know Before Applying

Gettingabusinessloancanfeeloverwhelming,buttheright preparationcanmaketheprocesseasier.Learnaboutcommon financingoptionsinAlberta,whatlenderstypicallylookfor,and howtoorganizeyournumbers,documents,andfundingrequests beforeapplying.Readmoreandconnectwithourteamforfree one-on-onesupporttoday.

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When It’s Time to Step Away: Why Succession Planning Matters

You’veworkedhardtobuildyourbusiness,andplanningforthe futurecanhelpprotectwhatyou’vecreated.Whetheryou’re preparingforretirement,exploringanewopportunityorfacing theunexpected,successionplanningcanmaketransitions easierforyou,yourteamandyourcustomers.Thisresource outlinestheoptionsavailableandhowpreparingearlycanhelp reduceuncertainty.

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Turn Routine Tasks Into Extra Time

Savingjust30minuteseachworkdaycanadduptomorethan120 hoursoverayear.Thisblogsharespracticalwaystoreclaimthat timebysimplifyingrepetitivetasks,improvingeverydaysystems andchoosingtechnologythatsolvesrealbusinesschallenges. Learnhowsmallchangescanreduceadministrativework,support betterdecisionsandcreatemoretimeforcustomers,growthor simplyendingtheworkdayalittleearlier.

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Member ExclusiveDeals

Service Plus Grande Prairie

BothhotelsareconvenientlylocatedofftheHighway43Bypassonthe AlaskaHighway.Greatlocationforshopping,diningandentertainment.

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Conveniently located off Highway 2, our West Western Plus West Edmonton hotel is just 3min from West Edmonton Mall and just minutes from local attraction. With comfortable and convenient amenities, our hotel is the perfect choice for business and leisure travellersalike.

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Kit Office Plus

10% off office furniture assembled or unassembled in our Grande PrairieShowroomorPeaceRiverStore

10% off unassembled furniture off our website, delivered to our ShowroominGP

Custom plans for stationary, office supply and janitorial. They can look at our website for options. For up to 20 of their most used SKU’s, we setup an account for them and offer the best price possible on those 20 items then full price after that. Great for schoolsaswell.

Please email gpsales@kitofficeplus.com or use in store/showroomcustomplanmustbeanemailtooksanam@kitofficeplus.com

CHAMBER MEMBER SHOUTOUT

Please Welcome Our New Chamber Members Month : July

TheCaptainsBoil

PeaceCountryMarketing

DuncanCraigLLP

TheBlackMarketFoodCo

CalideConsultingLtd

LaPraderaRestaurante

Check out our new Chamber Milestone Magazine for an in-depth look at the months milestone members and their stories!

“Behind every strong community is a network of resilient, passionate local businesses..”

GSL Construction

Joined:May25,2026

We’repleasedtowelcomeSangandGSL ConstructiontoourChambernetwork!Welook forwardtoseeingthisbusinesscontinuetogrow andserveourcommunity..

APPLE Schools

Joined:May05,2026

We’reexcitedtowelcomeCariFoster andAPPLESchoolstoourChamber network!Welookforwardtoseeingthis organizationcontinuetogrowand contributetoourregionalbusiness community.

Keep it maximum 200 charcters

Provide email or resume submission link

Provide end date for job posting

Email us with any questions

MEMBER CAREERS

FIND YOUR NEXT JOB | UPDATED JULY 2026

FEATURED EMPLOYERS

ProjectManager-Engineer

Aquateraisrecruitingaprojectmanager–capital projects,toleadtheplanning,design,anddeliveryof municipalinfrastructureprojectsfromconceptthrough completioninGrandePrairie,AB.

Learnmoreandapplyat www.aquatera.ca/who-we-are/join-our-team

EngineeringManager

Aquateraisrecruitinganengineeringmanagerin GrandePrairie,AB.Thisroleisresponsiblefor managingengineeringstudies,maintainingdesign standards,supportingcapitalplanningandensuring technicalexcellenceacrosswater,wastewaterand distributioninfrastructureprojects.

Learnmoreandapplyat www.aquatera.ca/who-we-are/join-our-team

CMMSCoordinator

AquateraisrecruitingaCMMSCoordinatorto administerandoptimizeAquatera’scomputerized maintenancemanagementsystem(CMMS)asacore componentofourassetmanagementprogram.

Learnmoreandapplyat www.aquatera.ca/who-we-are/join-our-team

MaintenanceSupervisor

Aquateraisrecruitingamaintenancesupervisorto leadandsupportthemaintenanceteamindelivering preventive,corrective,routine,andon‑demand maintenanceservicesfortreatmentplantfacilities,in GrandePrairie.

Learnmoreandapplyat www.aquatera.ca/who-we-are/join-our-team

ReliabilityEngineer

Aquateraisrecruitingaprojectmanagerreliability engineertodevelopandimplementstrategiesthat maximizeequipmentuptime,supportassetlifecycle managementanddrivecontinuousimprovement acrossouroperations.

Learnmoreandapplyat www.aquatera.ca/who-we-are/join-our-team

CTMANAGER-TRUEMEDICALIMAGING

https://www.careerspage.com/theagency212/job/RY7W7RWX

CTTECHNOLOGIST-TRUEMEDICAL IMAGING

https://www.careerspage.com/theagency212/job/Y6RWX9W5

MEDICALOFFICEASSISTANT-TRUEMEDICAL IMAGING

https://www.careerspage.com/theagency212/job/5WR47783

ASSISTANTSALES&EVENTSCOORDINATOREVERGREENPARK

https://www.careerspage.com/theagency212/job/3W63VR78

ULTRASOUNDTECHNOLOGIST-PEACE DIAGNOSTICIMAGING

https://www.careerspage.com/theagency212/job/Y6RWX9W5

HEAVYDUTYMECHANIC-BARRNONE MECHANICAL

https://www.careerspage.com/theagency212/job/63X6WWWR

BranchManager

Youwillbuildastrongteam,driveperformance,and deliveranexceptionalcustomerexperience,supported byEBH’sprovenmodelandtechnicalexpertise.

ApplyLink:BranchManager

ApplyLink:AccountManager AccountManager

BuildstrongcustomerrelationshipsintheGrande Prairieregionbyidentifyingopportunities,supporting customerneeds,andprovidingaccurate,up-to-date productinformation.

MaterialHandler

responsibleforshipping,receiving,andmoving productssafelyandefficientlywhilemaintainingan organizedandtidywarehouseandstockenvironment.

ApplyLink:MaterialHandler

ApplyLink:CustomerServiceManager CustomerServiceManager

TheCustomerServiceManagerplaysacriticalrolein drivingcustomersatisfaction,operationalexcellence, andteamperformanceatthebranchlevel.

CustomerService,CounterSales-Electrical

Primarilyresponsibleforsupportingcustomersatthe counter,ensuringapositivein-personexperience throughaccurateorderentry,productsupport,and responsiveservice.

ApplyLink:CustomerService-CounterSales

CustomerService,InsideSales-Electrical

responsibleforbuildingpositiverelationshipswith customersandsuppliersthroughgeneratingaccurate quotations,salesorders,andreturnsthatalignwith organizationalsalestargets.

ApplyLink:CustomerService-InsideSales

AssessmentAdministrator

TheUniversityofAlberta’sNorthernAlbertaMedical Program(NAMP)isexpandingitsteaminGrande Prairie.Thisfull-timepositionoffersexcellentbenefits andislocatedattheNorthwesternPolytechnicHealth EducationCentre.It’safantasticopportunityforanyone seekingtheirnextcareerchapter.Formoredetails, pleaserefertotheAssessmentAdministratorPosting

Meta announces major technology investment in Alberta

Metahasannouncedplanstoinvestmorethan$13 billioninanewdatacentreinSturgeonCounty,northof Edmonton.Theprojectincludesa$60million investmentinlocalroadandwaterinfrastructureand wouldbepoweredbynewelectricitygenerationfuelled byAlbertanaturalgas.Ifapproved,thedevelopmentis expectedtosupportmorethan3,000constructionjobs atpeakactivityand300permanentpositions.

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Expanding opportunities through internal trade

ACCrecentlyjoinedchambersfromacrossCanada inreleasingChambersoftheFederation:AnAgenda foraMoreCompetitiveCanada,apolicyframework thatoutlinespracticalactionstostrengtheninternal trade,labourmobility,infrastructure,andinvestment competitiveness.Therecommendationsreflect prioritiesidentifiedbybusinessesacrossthecountry andprovidearoadmapforreducingbarriersto growthandimprovingCanada'seconomicresilience.

Explorethefullframework

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Export

Alberta supports international market growth

TheGovernmentofAlbertacontinuestopromote export-focusedmissionsandeventsdesignedtohelp Albertabusinessesdiversifyinternationally.Through ExportAlberta,companiescanconnectwithtrade officers,participateintrademissions,identifynew buyers,andaccessprogramssuchastheAlberta ExportExpansionProgram.Asglobaltrade conditionsevolve,thesesupportscanhelpAlberta firmsdevelopnewmarketsandreducerelianceona singleexportdestination.

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Stronger enforcement of Temporary Foreign Worker Program

EmployersusingtheTemporaryForeignWorker(TFW) Programshouldbeawareofrecentchangesthathave increasedcomplianceandenforcementactivities acrosstheprogram.Governmentsareplacinggreater emphasisonprogramintegrity,withenhanced oversight,inspections,andpenaltiesforemployersthat failtomeetprogramrequirements.

LearnmoreaboutrecentTFWProgramupdatesand employerobligations

For businesses seeking more insights and tools:

Canada and U.S. Intensify Trade Talks Ahead of New Tariff Measures

TheUnitedStatestooksignificanttradeactionslastweek.OnJuly20, 2026,theU.S.imposed50percenttariffsunderSection338oftheTariff Actof1930onnearlyUS$20billioninCanadiangoods,effectiveAugust 19,2026.Thethreeproclamations—coveringmotorvehicles,alcoholic beveragesanddairy,respondtoCanada'sautomotivecontentand quotarules,provincialalcoholrestrictionsandsupplymanagementof thedairyindustrybutextendwellbeyondthesesectorstogoodslike furnitureandtextiles.Notably,CUSMA-compliantproductsarenot exempt.Canadianofficials,includingPMCarney,saynegotiationsare intensifying,withallresponseoptionsunderconsiderationanda comprehensiveagreementtheimmediatepriority.

Separately,OnJuly23,2026,USTRfinalizedSection301tariffsof10to 12.5percenton60economiesoverforcedlabourenforcement, effectiveJuly24(in-transitgoodsexemptifenteredbyJuly28). Canadiangoodsarefacinganadditional10percenttariff,ameasure closelyalignedwiththeactionproposedbyUSTRinJune.The decisionconfirmedtheCUSMAcarve-outforbothCanadaandMexico, despitepriorspeculation.ThesenewdutiesreplacedtheSection122 globaltariff,whichexpiredJuly24.

Our Reaction to Canada’s Inclusion on the U.S. Section 301 Tariff List

CanadashouldnotbetargetedundertheproposedU.S.Section301 tariffs.

"Iftheintentistrulytoaddressforcedlabour,thefocusshouldbea coordinatedapproachthroughamultilateralmechanism,"saidourEVP andChiefofPublicPolicy,MatthewHolmesinanewstatement."The timingofthisissomewhatsuspectaspreviousroundsoftariffssunset."

Canadaisalreadyaleaderonthiswithformalprohibitionsonthe importationofgoodsproducedwithforcedlabour,morelegislation comingtostrengthenthisregime,andbusinessesinvestingsignificantly incompliance,duediligenceandsupplychaintransparency.

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Search Engine Optimization: Understanding SEO Basics

Tuesday,August11th,2026(10:00am-11:30am)

Online-ZOOM

OftenyouwillhearaboutneedingtooptimizesearchenginesorSEO.Now,withAI,thenatureofSEOhaschanged, andyourstrategytowardsoptimizingforsearchenginesneedstochangetoo.Inthiswebinar,theDigitalService Squadwillexplainsearchengineoptimizationandthebesttacticsyouasabusinesscanusetowardsincreasing yoursearchability.

Whatyouwilllearn: WhatisSEO?

Importanceofkeywords

UtilizingAIforSEO

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JoinustolearnwhyyoushouldconsiderAIwithSEOforyourbusinessandhowyoucaneasilygetstarted.

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New Steel and Aluminium Industries Support Program

BDChasbeenmandatedtoimplementa$1billionfinancingprogramtosupportcompaniesinthesteeland aluminiumindustriesimpactedbytariffs.Theprogramprovidesliquiditytohelpbusinessesmaintainoperations whilenavigatingtariff-drivendisruptions.

Eligiblecompaniescanaccess$1millionto$50millioninfinancingfortemporaryliquidityneeds—supportingjob retention,operationalcontinuity,andadaptation.

SupportistargetedtoCanadianbusinessesinthesteel,aluminiumorcoppervaluechainthathavebeenmaterially impactedbyU.S.tariffsandthatwereviablepriortothetariffmeasures.Technicaleligibilityparametersinclude: Canadian-basedandheadquarteredcommercialentities; Materialexposuretosteel,aluminiumorcoppertariffs; Minimumrevenuethresholdsof$5Mannually. Theloansareintendedtofundoperationalcash-flowneeds(workingcapital),includingregularlyscheduled monthlydebtorleasepayments.

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Where you live shouldn’t determine your power bill

Agrowingcoalitionofresidents,businesses,organizations, andmunicipalitiesacrossAlberta,theFairElectricity DistributionAlliance(FEDA),israisingawarenessabout theunfairelectricitydistributionratesexperiencedbymany Albertans.

Rightnow,residents,businesses,andmunicipalitiesin northern,east-centralandsouthernAlbertapay significantlyhigherelectricitydistributioncoststhanthe restoftheprovince.Householdspayanaverageof$118a month,comparedtoabout$34innon-impactedservice areas.Formanybusinesses,distributionfeescanbenearly threetimesashighasinotherserviceareas.

Whereyouliveshouldn’tdetermineyourpowerbill.Thisis anissueoffairness;thedisparityinelectricitycostsis puttingimpactedcommunitiesatadisadvantage.

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A

new way to experience Crystal Lake Park is taking root this summer

ConstructionontheCrystalLakeArboretum beganthisweek,bringingnewtreegroves, walkingtrailsandinterpretivefeaturesto CrystalLakePark.

LocatedsouthoftheBikeSkillsPark,the CrystalLakeArboretumwilltransforman openareaoftheparkintoawelcomingspace whereresidentsandvisitorscanexplore nativetreespecies,enjoynatureand discoverthestoriesbehindtheforeststhat shapenorthernAlberta.

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Understand.Heal.Grow. BSB Counselling offers professional support with a down-to-earth, strength based approach—designed especially for men navigating life’s challenges. Whether you're dealing with stress, relationship struggles, life transitions, or quiet battles with addiction, we’re here to help you find strength, clarity, and purpose. You’re not alone. Reach out today for a free consultation.

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Couples Therapy Family

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5 ways to improve efficiency in the age of AI

The rise of AI has created additional routes toward greater digital maturity. There are multiple paths to enhancing productivity, each with their own benefits, risks and prerequisites. Choosing your path depends on your situation, where you are starting from, and where you want to go.

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