Browse through our Policy Library to learn more about our advocacy efforts.
Recommendations to the Employment Standards Board’s Annual Minimum Wage Rate Review
In September, the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce submitted its recommendations to the provincial Employment Standards Board’s Annual Minimum Wage Rate Review. Recommendations to the Employment Standard Board included that the provincial government: tie...
Letter to Hon. Brad Trivers, Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning on back-to-school contingency plan
On Monday, August 10, 2020, the Chamber issued a letter to Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning, Hon. Brad Trivers outlining the challenges Chamber members will face if students have to return to an at-home learning model during the 2020-21 academic year. Click...
Letter to Hon. Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs Canada seeking clarification on employees return to the workplace
On Wednesday, July 15, 2020, the Chamber issued a letter requesting a meeting with Hon. Lawrence MacAulay to seek clarification on when and under what circumstances Veterans Affairs Canada employees will return to the workplace. A subsequent meeting was held between...
2020 City of Charlottetown Pre-Budget Submission: A Predictable, Transparent and Sustainable Water & Sewer Utility
In February, the Chamber presented a series of recommendations for the City of Charlottetown to ensure a predictable, transparent, and sustainable Water & Sewer Utility. This call came after members were surprised with drastic Water & Sewer Utility rate...
2020 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission: Supporting Continued Growth
In February, the Chamber presented recommendations for the provincial government to consider during their budget development process. The recommendations are designed to help to encourage economic growth by creating a competitive business tax environment and support...
2019 Federal Election Priorities: Vote Prosperity
In September, the Chamber outlined their advocacy priorities for the 2019 federal election. The recommendations reflect the need for increased worked development, support for small businesses, a fair tax system, and increased trade opportunities. They also echo the...
Recommendations to the Employment Standards Board’s Annual Minimum Wage Rate Review
On August 30th, the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce submitted its recommendations to the provincial Employment Standards Board’s Annual Minimum Wage Rate Review. Recommendations to the Employment Standard Board included that government: announce the new...
2019 Federal Government Pre-Budget Submission: Building the Regional Advantage
In August, the Chamber presented a series of recommendations for the 2019 federal budget to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance. In this submission, the GCACC speaks to five key areas that if supported, can build the competitive advantage of the...
Letter to City of Charlottetown Mayor, Philip Brown regarding Water & Sewer Utility Rates
In the summer of 2019, several Chamber members expressed concerns regarding the severity of the increase of their City of Charlottetown water and sewer utility bills. In some cases, members saw bills go up anywhere from 25-60%. In certain instances, the increase...
Letter to Premier of Prince Edward Island Regarding CADC Progress
Chamer CEO, Penny Walsh-McGuire and Board President, Dawn Binns issued a letter to Premier, Dennis King recognizing the progress made thus far to revitalize the Charlottetown Area Development Corporation (CADC) since being elected. Click here to view or download the...
