By investing in cellular networks, Canada can stimulate economic progress in rural and First Nations regions, enhance the resiliency of the national supply chain, and spur industry growth.
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2024 OCC Policy Resolution: 2+1 Roads Save Time, Lives and Taxpayers Dollars
Issue The highway network in Ontario plays a vital social and economic role in the transportation of goods and people. Yet in rural and...
2024 OCC Resolution: Addressing Northern and Rural Labour Market Needs through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program
IssueEmployers across Ontario, but particularly in Northern and Rural areas, are experiencing a shortage of qualified employees and a...
Local Delegates Earn Support for Thunder Bay’s Business Concerns at Canadian Chamber AGM
The Canadian Chamber is the largest business network in the country with significant influence on policies, regulations and decisions that are critical to creating a favourable environment for business success and the future of Canada.
Make The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Permanent
The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) is a federal program established in November 2019 with the goal to attract and retain skilled immigrants in rural and northern communities by testing innovative approaches to permanent immigration. RNIP can play a key role in addressing the labour shortage and achieving the federal government’s recently announced immigration targets, but it is set to expire in August 2024.
Local Autonomy and Funding Support are Key to Success at Canada’s Airport Authorities
Transport Canada’s recent consultation document on the future of Canada’s Air Transportation system suggests a desire to increase Government involvement in Airport Authority oversight that could hinder responsiveness to local needs and priorities.