Beaumont Chamber of Commerce Advocacy

Policy Committee

Policy Committees come together to discuss positions on issues affecting business. Once policy positions are established they are submitted to the appropriate levels of government in order to vocalize member concerns and influence the impact of government decisions on business.  If you are interested in joining the BCC Policy Committee complete the application here.

Chair: BCC Policy Chair
Comprised of: Directors & Members in good standing
Meeting Frequency: Monthly & As needed
Purpose: 

  • Connects volunteers and members to key issues and decision-makers on vital issues such as the economy, taxation, labor, social reform and healthcare
  • Monitors government initiatives of interest to Chamber members, surveys and informs members of the impact of such initiatives, and formulates responses to the government on behalf of our business community.
  • Provides opportunity to constructively influence public policy to support a healthy private enterprise system
  • Maintain the Chambers position and profile as the leading advocate for Beaumont business
  • Identify opportunities for the Chamber to develop policy submissions that can be brought forward at a provincial level to the Alberta Chambers of Commerce AGM or federally to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM

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Sub-Committees:

  • 2021 Municipal Budget Review/Finance & Taxation Committee
  • Municipal Red Tape Reduction Committee
  • Signage Bylaw/Zoning Review Committee

 

Your Voice

How can we advocate on your behalf?

 

Alberta Priorities

Alberta Chambers of Commerce Policies

We work with businesses across the province to identify target areas of challenge and opportunity so that we can make an impact through legislation. 

Alberta Perspectives

Participate in surveys on topics you care about, all related to Alberta business and the provincial economy. Information gathered through Alberta Perspectives informs our advocacy efforts and policy direction.

Canadian Chambers of Commerce

As the unified voice of Canadian business, we represent our members’ interests on policies, regulations and decisions that are critical to creating a favourable environment for business success and the future of Canada.