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Embracing Inclusive Recruitment: Insights from the December CODE Workshop
The second CODE workshop of the season, hosted by The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, focused on a vital topic for today’s workforce: Inclusive Recruitment. Designed to help businesses navigate the…
Category: Chamber Blog
Efficiency Manitoba Program Spotlight – Asham Curling Supplies
2-minute read Written by Casey Clair, Climate and Energy Advocate Did you know that many Chamber members are already taking advantage of Efficiency Manitoba programs for their energy-efficient projects? Take…
Engaging Youth at the State of the Province Address
4 minute read Students from two local high schools had the opportunity to participate in a roundtable discussion with Premier Wab Kinew, hosted by Dr. Jeannette Montufar-MacKay on Thursday, December…
Highlights of 2023
1 minute read As 2023 comes to a close, we look back on the year with fondness. Thank you for spending the year with us, attending our events, connecting with…
State of the Province Address Recap
3- minute read On December 7, 2023, Premier Wab Kinew delivered his inaugural State of the Province address to a sold-out crowd of over 1,300 business leaders at the RBC…
Sustainability Spotlight – Clean Communities Corporation
4-minute read Written by Casey Clair, Climate and Energy Advocate It’s December, and finally, it is time for another Sustainability Spotlight! Meet Jody Linklater, CEO of Clean Communities Corporation (CCC),…
Advocacy In Action
7-minute read Our Policy and Advocacy team has been busy connecting with members, meeting with government officials and finding more ways we can continue to advocate for you and your…
“A New Day in Manitoba” – Key Takeaways from the Speech from the Throne
5-minute read Written by Jamil Ahmed, Policy and Research Analyst The NDP government of Manitoba, led by Premier Wab Kinew, unveiled its first throne speech on November 21, 2023. The…
Are you feeling burnt out? A conversation with Jhanelle Peters on workplace burnout
4-minute read Written by Jess Borys, Communications Manager A recent survey by Express Employment reveals that over three-quarters of Canadian employees have experienced burnout at some point in their careers,…
A Conversation with Michael Barkman on Economic Justice, Reconciliation, and the Impact of CCEDNet
5- minute read In this Q&A with Michael Barkman, Manitoba Network Manager at CCEDNet, we dive into the important ideas of economic justice and reconciliation in their work. Discover how…
authentic storytelling through social media
Over the past few months, The Chamber has been partnering with MAD Social Agency to create video content for our social media. But who exactly is MAD and why should…
150 Member Stories: Building Community Through Caring
4-minute read Written by Jess Borys, Communications Manager As we continue celebrating our 150th birthday, The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate our rich history by sharing the…
Premier Kinew will give his Inaugural State of the Province address to The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
The provincial election is over, the budget will be announced in the coming weeks, and Premier Wab Kinew will provide his inaugural State of the Province Address to The Winnipeg…
Special measures to help employers hire more temporary foreign workers
4-minute read Written by Jamil Ahmed, Policy and Research Analyst The Government of Canada is extending measures under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program Workforce Solutions Road Map and introducing…
What does the Bank of Canada’s unchanged interest rate mean for Manitoba’s business landscape?
5-minute read Written by Jamil Ahmed, Policy and Research Analyst For the second consecutive time, the Bank of Canada (BoC) has kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 5%. It…
Stay Warm, Stay (Energy) Efficient
Written by Casey Clair, Energy & Climate Advocate 4-minute read No time is more relevant for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems than winter. So, before the frost hits,…
New to The Chamber? Start Here.
Welcome! Whether you’re a new member or a current member just wanting a refresher on what The Chamber offers, our FAQ has helpful links regarding your most asked questions. LEAD…
Small Business Week, Big Energy Savings
Written by Casey Clair, Energy & Climate Advocate 3-minute read It’s Small Business Week this October 15th – 21st and we want to keep you up to date on the…
The Winnipeg Chamber Recognized for National Leadership on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility
4- minute read The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that it has been chosen as one of three Chambers to receive the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Inclusive…
Adding to the value of our Province
4-minute read Written by Jess Borys, Communications Manager Dr. Michael Benarroch never envisioned himself as the president of the University of Manitoba (UM). It wasn’t a goal etched into his…
Exploring Digital Equity and Inclusion with Kelly Thibodeau of Squarely Accessible
Meet Kelly Thibodeau, Principal at Squarely Accessible, a seasoned consultant, trainer, and speaker with over 25 years of experience in making online marketing meaningful for organizations. Kelly’s journey has been…
Winnipeg Business Outlook for Q3 2023: A Balanced and Cautiously Optimistic Landscape
Canadian Survey on Business Conditions Q3 2023 Findings Findings from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce recent survey, The Canadian Survey on Business Conditions (CSBC) for Q3 2023 reveals despite the…
