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HAT Smart 2 will launch June 1
Published May 19, 2011
Medicine Hat – HAT Smart II will be launched on Wednesday, June 1, giving residents and businesses another round of energy conservation and renewable energy incentives. Qualification for rebates will be retroactive to April 1 so that homeowners and… Read more
Government of Canada provides businesses with tips on increasing productivity by thinking lean
Published May 18, 2011
The 5S System: Thinking lean about your business During your annual medical check-up, your doctor might suggest that slimming down would be better for your health. Likewise, if you conduct a regular business health check, you may realize that a… Read more
Statement from the Minister of Industry
Published May 17, 2011
Ottawa, May 17, 2011 — The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, today issued the following statement: "Our government clearly demonstrated its support for Diamond D-JET Corporation's project by providing the company with nearly $20 million in repayable contributions through the Strategic… Read more
Funding available for cleaner energy and carbon capture
Published May 12, 2011
CCEMC launches new EOI Funding available for cleaner energy and carbon capture The CCEMC is making $60 million in funding available for cleaner energy production and innovative carbon capture projects. Qualified projects will provide opportunities to transform the way we… Read more
Meggitt Training Systems Canada ranked # 3 on Canada's 2011 Top 50 Defence Companies
Published May 4, 2011
The Economic Development Alliance of Southeast Alberta, on behalf of our funding partners, would like to congratulate Meggitt Training Systems Canada for ranking # 3 on Canada's 2011 TOP 50 Defence Companies. For a complete listing from the Canadian Defence… Read more
Downtown Development Incentive Program (DDIP) Launches
Published May 3, 2011
The City of Medicine Hat launched its Downtown Development Incentive Program (DDIP). The program consists of incentives available to downtown property owners to assist them to redevelop or initiate new developments in the city centre. Read more on this new… Read more
SEAWA introduces the first web-based State of the Watershed Report
Published April 29, 2011
Building a better understanding about the current condition of the South Saskatchewan River Sub-basin (SSRSB), the South East Alberta Watershed Alliance (SEAWA) has introduced the first web-based State of the Watershed (WSoW) Report and mapping tool. The report presents current… Read more
Federal government reimburses wages for SMEs wanting to hire e-business interns
Published April 29, 2011
The Small Business Internship Program (SBIP), offered by the Government of Canada, is reimbursing over 75% of eligible wages, and related expenses, associated to hiring a student intern to improve competitiveness with e-business marketing practices. Small and medium-sized enterprises will… Read more
Investment Workshop: Financing Your Business Growth
Published April 28, 2011
Are you looking for investors for your business? Are you a new company in the early stages of start-up or an existing company wanting to expand? Are you looking for ways to grow your business financially? Plan to attend the Investment Workshop… Read more
New technology uses organic process to eliminate wastes
Published April 21, 2011
Generating more than $4.4 billion in revenue, Alberta’s environmental industry has gained international attention for excellence in waste and water treatment, management and the development of climate change solutions. SHAC Environmental Products Inc, based in Cypress County, recognized the opportunity… Read more