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4-minute read When Rosemary graduated from University she thought everything was solved. “After university, I had children of my own and was reminded that we still have a long way…
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Q+A with the Winnipeg Humane Society
The Winnipeg Humane Society is the oldest animal shelter and welfare organization in Manitoba. The WHS relies on supporters and over 700 volunteers that are united in the belief that…
The Missing Ingredient in Change Management Strategies
Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash Information courtesy of Marianne Farag, Inner-Peace Specialist Sublimity: Pathways to Peace In the absence of knowing where to turn for emotional support when change happens in…
Five Essentials of Networking
Information courtesy of Ryan Ramsdale and Embolden leadership development and coaching. Many people find the prospect of networking as daunting as public speaking. Our minds bombard us with thoughts of…
Sector by Sector: The Bank of Canada
At first glance, it might not seem like the Bank of Canada plays much – or any – of a role in your daily life. The simple reason for…
Blockchain Q&A with IBM’s Chris Kirby
Blockchain is coming. Well, the reality is blockchain technology has been around for years now, but more and more people are finally beginning to recognize it as a valuable…
The IKEA Experience
Almost instantly, that familiar yellow-and-blue logo conjures up visions of flat-pack furniture, interactive showrooms, and Swedish meatballs. IKEA is more than just a furniture store, it’s a way of…
Reflecting on Reconciliation
As The Chamber looks ahead to participating in the third annual signing ceremony of The City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord in June, we have been reflecting on how we have…
The ABCs of Blockchain
April’s membership luncheon is all about blockchain. That means we’ve got the next four weeks to break down just what the heck blockchain is… Chances are you’ve heard of…
Manitoba Race to Reduce gearing up for its second annual awards ceremony
Article provided by Manitoba Hydro Attention Architects, Building Developers, Construction Companies, Energy Advisors, Engineers, and Everyone in Between…Manitoba Race to Reduce is gearing up to host their second annual…
Planning the Perfect Gala
Photos by: Robert Lowdon Photography By Emma Singh, Events by Emma Corporation Spring Gala season is officially underway in Winnipeg. Hosting a corporate or charity fundraising gala is a…
Tax Tips from Grant Thornton LLP
Kyle McMurtry, managing partner at Grant Thornton LLP It’s that time of year. If you’re getting a migraine just thinking about having to file your taxes, why not take…
City and Province Release 2019 Budgets
Written by Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Director of Policy Colin Fast. The calculators and highlighters have been smoking over at the Chamber offices, as both the City of Winnipeg and…
Advancing Reconciliation Through Education
In February 2019, The University of Winnipeg officially launched Indigenous Insights –an innovative and flexible learning program designed to advance reconciliation across Canada through employee training. Canadian National Railway (CN)…
Inclusivity in the Workplace
Photo from APTN | Spirit of Winnipeg finalist for the Workplace and Wellness category An inclusive workplace means that all individuals in an organization are valued. Inclusive workplaces make diverse…
Seven tips to drive traffic to your booth
In the world of business and sales, nothing is more effective than one-on-one networking – which is why three times a year we host After Business Mixers, bringing together 40+…
5 Ways To Use LinkedIn For Your Business In 2019
Facebook? Check. Twitter? Check. LinkedIn? … When it comes to a ‘social media checklist’ so to speak, how high up on the priority list does your business place LinkedIn?…
Characteristics of an Effective Board
Every board has its own culture, and when those dynamics come together, work in the boardroom can be powerful. “If you can be on a board where it is well…
5 Marketing Lessons from Terry O’Reilly
Our Director of Marketing shares her notes on O’Reilly’s newest book, This I Know Written by Elizabeth Cron, Director of Marketing at The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce I picked up…
Manitoba’s Economic Growth Action Plan | #SOTP2018
Written by Colin Fast, Director of Policy at The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Premier Brian Pallister unveiled Manitoba’s new Economic Growth Strategy at The Chamber’s State of the Province Address earlier this…
Managing Cannabis and the Workplace | #WCCannabis Recap
Cannabis and the Workplace conference, Nov 28, 2018, RBC Convention Centre. Photography by Mike Sudoma. Cannabis and the Workplace conference, Nov 28, 2018, RBC Convention Centre. Photography by Mike…
Discount Tickets to Canad Inns Winter Wonderland
Canad Inns Winter Wonderland is Manitoba’s largest drive-thru light show and provides a brilliant presentation of over one million lights in 26 different theme areas. Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce…
