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Inflation Update June: Manitoba’s Largest year-over-year increase in CPI since 1982
6 Minute Read Winnipeg Chamber’s Policy & Research Analyst, Jamil Ahmed, highlights the latest Inflation updates in Manitoba. The consumer price index figures from Statistics Canada show that inflation reached…
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Behind the lens with Erica Daniels
This article was featured in the RBC Indigenous Partnership Report 2020– A Chosen Journey. The report highlights stories of resilience, artistry, and achievement demonstrated by Indigenous women across Canada. At…
Reimagine Stories- Amie Seier, The Community Gym
We connected with Amie Seier, founder of The Community Gym, about how she and her team embraced change this year. By launching Community365, a dynamic online workout platform, her clients…
Charlie Coffey’s work continues to shine through his son
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, may be a cliche, but when it comes to Charlie and Andrew Coffey it’s the reality. Andrew Coffey, King Worker Bee at…
Your Chair in Your Community- February
Change has been forced upon us by the pandemic and it continues to push us to adjust our path. The idea for this blog titled, Your Chair in Your Community,…
The World’s Only Visible Vault of its Kind
Post contributed by: Winnipeg Art Gallery Join the growing community, including Sam Lyons from BMO who are championing Inuit art. A unique, immersive art-viewing experience – the world’s only visible vault of its…
Flexible Work – Beyond Working Remotely
Post Contributed By: Brad Lutz, CPHR Candidate As I’m writing this, we are in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Many workplaces have been forced for the first time to be flexible…
The Power of Leadership Luncheon Recap
The Winnipeg business community heard from Jay Grewal, the first female CEO in Manitoba Hydro’s history, on the power of leadership. Jay joined Manitoba Hydro as their first female President…
What is Qaumajuq?
Qaumajuq [HOW-ma-yourq or sometimes heard KOW-ma-yourk], meaning “It is bright, it is lit,” which celebrates the light that flows into the new building connected to the WAG. The building is…
Reimagine Stories- Felicita Ovadje, Felicheeta Artistry
Inspired by her history and training in criminology and sociology, lawyer Felicita Ovadje was determined to open her own community-oriented makeup emporium. Her goal: bring BIPOC-owned brands to the mainstream…
Fast Five For Business
The Winnipeg Chamber’s Director of Policy, Colin Fast, highlights five things Winnipeg businesses should be aware of this month: Reopening retail helps boost the economy, but more support needed New…
Meet Tim Daniels- Q&A
We sat down with our February Luncheon keynote, Tim Daniels, Chief Operating Officer of Treaty One Development Corporation, to talk about the Kapyong Barracks, some of the projects he is…
Meet Monique Levesque-Pharoah: Ambassador Q&A
Our Ambassador Q&A series gives you a behind-the-scenes look into the work of our wonderful team of Chamber Ambassadors. As business peers who actively use The Winnipeg Chamber to achieve…
Leadership Winnipeg Hears from Founder of Black Owned Manitoba
Post Contributed By: Saliou Sako, Bilingual Contract Administrator, Johnston Group and Leadership Winnipeg Class of 2020-21 Hearing Francine speak about her upbringing, where she came from and overcame in war…
Fast Five For Business: January Update
With Code Red restrictions extended for at least another two weeks through January 22nd, there’s growing concern in the community about whether small businesses will be able to survive after…
Your Chair in Your Community
Change has been forced upon us by the pandemic and it continues to push us to adjust our path. The idea for this blog titled, Your Chair in Your Community,…
Bell Let’s Talk Day
Bell Let’s Talk Day is Thursday, January 28 and we’re joining in to help drive progress in mental health. COVID-19 has affected every aspect of our lives, including our mental…
How can we inspire and empower the community with our dollar?
Post Contributed By: Christine McKay, Director, Corporate Communications at IG Wealth Managementand Leadership Winnipeg Class of 2020-21 It’s a Friday morning in January and I click away from my workday…
Strengthening leadership skills in a remote environment
Post contributed by: Candace Synchyshyn, CPHR Candidate While every people leader likely describes their role somewhat differently, some of the most popular definitions of leadership are those that focus on “what…
Reimagine Stories- Joseph Chaeban, Chaeban Ice Cream
Embrace change. Discover resources, real-life stories, virtual events, and more to help you reimagine the future of your business. We are so grateful to have been able to speak with…
Reimagine Stories- Clairissa Cruz, Bare Body Sugaring
Embrace change. Discover resources, real-life stories, virtual events, and more to help you reimagine the future of your business. We connected with Bare Body Sugaring founder Clairissa Cruz to discuss…
Member Success Story: Jonato Dalayoan
Graphic design was never supposed to be Canadian Filipino artist, Jonato Dalayoan’s career. His plan was to do it for a while, then go back to school to become an…
