Calgary Economic Development

Did you watch the debate last night? Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump discussed topics including trade, immigration, energy and economic recovery — issues that could significantly impact Calgary’s economy in the year ahead. Curious how? Join us at 2025 Economic Outlook, powered by ATB, on Oct. 8. Tickets ➤ https://lnkd.in/gXKXbrqr. Keynote speaker Bruce Heyman, former U.S. Ambassador to Canada, will provide his unique perspective on the coming election's northern influence just a month before Americans head to the polls. Heyman’s insights will be crucial to understanding how the policies of either successful candidate could sway the local economy — and what possible shifts to anticipate between Canada and its largest trading partner.       Additionally, Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist at ATB Financial, will explore the greater economic trends set to influence your business in the coming year.   Read some debate highlights here and tell us below which policies or proposals you think could have the largest impact on Calgary next year ➤ https://lnkd.in/ghexs2ht.   Thanks to our sponsors: ATB Financial | WSP | CAAT Pension Plan | Rogers Communications | Mount Royal University | Stone-Olafson | University of Calgary Ambassador Bruce Heyman | Mark Parsons | Brad Parry | Geraldine Anderson | Deana Haley | Chris Brown | Megan Zimmerman | Trevor McKay   #2025EconomicOutlook #LimitlessTogether #UnexpectedPossibilities Photo: Associated Press

How will the results of the U.S. election impact Canadian businesses? Bruce Heyman, former U.S. Ambassador to Canada, will provide insight into this question as the keynote speaker at 2025 Economic Outlook, powered by ATB, on Oct. 8! Get your tickets ➤ https://lnkd.in/gXKXbrqr. 🗳️ From government policies to trade and international relations, former Ambassador Heyman will provide invaluable insights into how the U.S. election could impact Calgary and beyond. Also, don’t miss Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist at ATB Financial, who will dive into the economic trends shaping 2025. Read more about our speakers ➤ https://lnkd.in/gSmhTd6J. Thanks to our sponsors: ATB Financial | WSP | CAAT Pension Plan | Rogers Communications | Mount Royal University | Stone-Olafson | University of Calgary   Explore Calgary’s path forward with our economic action plan, Uplook ➤ https://lnkd.in/e2YMiyxE. Ambassador Bruce Heyman | Mark Parsons | Brad Parry | Geraldine Anderson | Deana Haley | Chris Brown | Megan Zimmerman | Trevor McKay    #2025EconomicOutlook #LimitlessTogether #UnexpectedPossibilities 

Professionals in the tech sector are choosing Calgary to build a career and a life. With 78 per cent growth in the last five years, Calgary is experiencing the fastest tech job growth rate in North America. Read more in the Calgary Herald ➤ https://lnkd.in/gQ24SkPa. Calgary is taking an intentional approach to build the city as a place of opportunity for workers and companies – it's a priority in the city’s economic action plan, Uplook. Learn more ➤ https://lnkd.in/g2S33W9Q. Dreaming of new Blue Sky opportunities? See what it’s like to move to, live and work in Calgary ➤ LifeinCalgary.ca Brad Parry | Geraldine Anderson | Megan Zimmerman | Chris Brown | Deana Haley | Trevor McKay | CBRE Chris Varcoe #LimitlessTogether #yycTech #BlueSkyCity

Speaker announcement! 🎤 Former United States Ambassador to Canada, Bruce Heyman, will appear as a keynote speaker at Calgary Economic Development’s upcoming 2025 Economic Outlook on Oct. 8 to share insights on how the U.S. election will impact Calgary and Alberta’s economy in 2025.  Read more ➤ https://lnkd.in/gSmhTd6J. 2025 Economic Outlook, powered by ATB Financial, will also explore how Alberta businesses can navigate macroeconomic trends and plan for multiple scenarios in 2025 with a keynote from Mark Parsons, Vice President and Chief Economist, ATB Financial. Get your tickets today to prepare for the year ahead ➤ https://lnkd.in/gXKXbrqr. Thanks to our sponsors: ATB Financial | WSP | CAAT Pension Plan | Rogers Communications | Mount Royal University | Stone-Olafson | University of Calgary Ambassador Bruce Heyman | Mark Parsons | Brad Parry | Geraldine Anderson | Deana Haley | Chris Brown | Megan Zimmerman | Trevor McKay  #2025EconomicOutlook #LimitlessTogether #UnexpectedPossibilities 

Filmed under Calgary’s blue skies, Fargo Season 5 is stealing the spotlight! The acclaimed show has earned the award for Outstanding Locations in a Contemporary Television Series at the Location Managers Guild International Awards. Read more in Variety ➤ https://lnkd.in/gBZ_Zbpu. This award is a testament to the Calgary region’s incredible landscapes and the city’s growing reputation as a premier filming destination – as are many of the other accolades in Fargo’s crowded trophy case.   A huge congratulations to the Fargo team for showcasing the beauty and versatility of our city to the world. Discover more about Calgary’s growing film and TV scene ➤ https://lnkd.in/gRJUZCuj.   Calgary Economic Development | Luke Azevedo | Erin O'Connor | Lisa Webber | Shima Babiker | Mohammad Qazzaz | LOCATION MANAGERS GUILD INTERNATIONAL #yycFilm #LimitlessTogether

Alberta fund manager, Accelerate Fund III (AFIII), supports Calgary-based companies in scaling to reach global heights. Learn more about how this $23 million fund fosters a supportive and inclusive startup ecosystem ➤ https://lnkd.in/giNhQfTE Backed by the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF), AFIII fuels growth in the tech sector by investing in innovative companies tackling global challenges including Ambyint | Arolytics | Ontopical | Zamplo | WaitWell | Virtual Gurus | Helcim | Syantra Inc. | Gradient MSP | OpenHouse.ai | Kiwi Grocery | PayShepherd | Simplicity Global Solutions Discover how OCIF is enabling Calgary to be a powerhouse of innovation ➤ https://lnkd.in/gsbUBiw2 Deana Haley | Derek Armstrong | Angie Petretta | Pablo Elizondo Bernal, MBA #FutureProof #yycTech #LimitlessTogether

The Blue Sky City community gathered this sunny weekend at the annual Calgary Pride Parade & Festival to celebrate and extend their support for our 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Learn more about how Calgary Pride promotes equality and celebrates diversity ➤ https://lnkd.in/ghWGde98.   Calgary is an inclusive city for all – and thousands of Calgarians along with several local businesses and civic partners celebrated the importance of belonging and diversity of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. 🏳️🌈   Together, we can build an economy that is inclusive and accessible for everyone – including the vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Learn more about the shared vision for Calgary’s future in our city’s economic action plan, Uplook ➤ https://lnkd.in/gJRjTZDz.   Calgary Economic Development | Tourism Calgary | Calgary Chamber of Commerce | The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland | Platform Calgary | Sport Calgary | Momentum Calgary | Vivo for Healthier Generations | Calgary Immigrant Women's Association | Contemporary Calgary | Calgary International Film Festival | CIFF | Heritage Calgary | Calgary Arts Development   #CalgaryPride #YYCPride2024

How will local, national and international economic trends shape your business in the year ahead? Tickets are now live for 2025 Economic Outlook, powered by ATB Financial and hosted by Calgary Economic Development! Join us on Oct. 8 at the BMO Centre and get your tickets now ➤ https://lnkd.in/gXKXbrqr. 💡 This year’s event will provide crucial insights into the U.S. election and its potential impact on Canada as well as the trends that influence your business in 2025. Stay tuned for our exciting keynote speakers, coming soon! Thanks to our sponsors: ATB Financial | WSP | CAAT Pension Plan | Rogers Communications | Mount Royal University | Stone-Olafson | University of Calgary   Discover Calgary’s vision to realize a vibrant, prosperous and opportunity-filled future with Uplook, our economic action plan ➤ https://lnkd.in/e2YMiyxE. Brad Parry | Geraldine Anderson | Deana Haley | Chris Brown | Megan Zimmerman | Trevor McKay #2025EconomicOutlook #LimitlessTogether #UnexpectedPossibilities 

We’re taking Calgary to the world. 🌐 If your business is interested in expanding to new markets, join our Trade team on one of eight trade missions planned through this fall and into winter 2025. Learn more about the trips here ➤ https://lnkd.in/gq-nMhzM   Trade missions provide the opportunity for you to showcase your business in key global markets at major conferences, expand your network and gain support services in your target markets.   Here’s a list of where we’re heading: ⛽ Gastech 2024, Sept. 17-20 | Houston, TX  🤝 Phoenix Sister Cities, Oct.15-18 | Phoenix, AZ  ✈️ Japan International Aerospace Exhibition, Oct. 15- 9 | Tokyo, Japan  🗾 Connecting Green Hydrogen Japan 2024, Oct. 16-17 | Tokyo, Japan  🛢️ Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference (company), Nov. 4-7 | Abu Dhabi  🏥 Arab Health, Jan. 27-Feb. 4, 2025 | Dubai, UAE  📱 Mobile World Congress 2025, March 3-6, 2025 | Barcelona, Spain  🤖 HANNOVER MESSE, March 31-April 4 | Hannover, Germany. Come to an info session for the Hannover roadshow at our offices in Calgary on Sept. 17 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Register here ➤ https://lnkd.in/gnbiueib Driving the growth of local companies on the global stage and attracting international business to Calgary are key parts of the city’s economic action plan, Uplook ➤ https://lnkd.in/e2YMiyxE Calgary Economic Development | Government of Alberta | Shona Reilly | Chad Kultgen | Samantha Hay   #LimitlessTogether

Lights, camera — action in Calgary! 📽️ After a slower year for film and TV productions globally in 2023 due to strikes, Calgary is welcoming multiple international and local productions. Learn why the city’s film and TV sector is flourishing with Calgary Film Commissioner, Luke Azevedo, on Global News ➤ https://lnkd.in/esv537fb. Building Calgary’s creative economy to spur job growth and foreign direct investment is a priority in the city’s economic action plan, Uplook. Learn more ➤ https://lnkd.in/e2YMiyxE. As Canada’s fourth-largest production hub, Calgary attracts local, national and international filmmakers with its award-winning talent, world-class crews, competitive incentives and iconic locations. Discover more about Calgary’s growing film and TV scene ➤ https://lnkd.in/g2RkzMrx. Calgary Economic Development | Luke Azevedo | Erin O'Connor | Tori Romano | Lisa Webber | Shima Babiker #CreativeEconomy #yycFilm #LimitlessTogether #FilmFriday