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Change Is in the Air at Edmonton International Airport

It helps to have good connections, and the Edmonton International Airport is taking that to an elevated level.

Strong Business Blend Keeps Local Economy Diversified and Strong

With enviable environmental and energy assets, a strong and diverse economy, excellent transportation arteries and an unmatched quality of life, Edmonton sits at the top of the global economic mountain.

Local Retailers Represent Essence of City Through Keep Edmonton Original

The essence of a place is no better represented than through the diversity of its independent businesses and the passion of their owners.

Downtown Edmonton is Thriving Arts, Business and Retail Hub

To fully experience Edmonton’s multi-faceted, one-of-a-kind culture, there’s only one place you need to go – downtown.

BioWare Makes It Big in the Gaming Industry

BioWare, a division of Electronic Arts, develops games for computers, hand-held devices, consoles and online.

PCL Construction Company Builds Big

PCL Construction is a big company that builds big.

Canadian Western Bank in Top 50 Best Employers in the Country

A bank is a bank is a bank, unless it is Canadian Western Bank. It’s the largest Schedule I bank with a focus on Western Canada. Report on Business in 2008 named it one of the best 50 employers in the country.

Matrix Hotel Edmonton Is Newest Boutique Hotel on the Block

A $20 million renovation of an old inn has given downtown Edmonton its newest gem in a string of boutique hotels that have become destinations of their own.

Incite Solutes Help Companies Find Their Marketing Voice

The Daytona Group is a big player in Edmonton’s residential construction boom, but it had a problem marketing itself. The company’s small marketing staff was overwhelmed, salespeople were creating their own ads and branding was inconsistent.

Edmonton Companies Stand Out for Promoting Workplace Diversity

Edmonton is fast emerging as an international city.

Edmonton International Airport Draws More Than 6 Million Passengers Each Year

Edmonton International Airport has been the fastest growing major airport in Canada for the last two years in a row. EIA flew more than 6 million passengers to 53 non-stop destinations in Canada, the U.S., Europe and Mexico in 2007.

Edmonton Takes the Lead In Keeping It Green

Edmonton ranks as a world leader in recycling, and residents pride themselves on keeping the city both green and clean.

McCoy Corp. Has Gone From Mom-and-Pop to Multi-Million-Dollar Company

The way Jim Rakevich sees it‚ there is no secret formula to explain the success of McCoy Corp. The company’s president and chief executive officer says it’s fairly simple‚ actually.

Kitchen Partners Ltd. Eliminates Waste From Manufactured Foods

At Kitchen Partners Ltd.‚ less is more.

Finning Canada Takes Recruiting Efforts on the Road

To help address an increase in hiring needs‚ Finning Canada could have advertised in the newspaper or participated in a job fair.

Rig Skills SimuLynx Takes the Guess Work Out of Oil Rig Training

When it comes to being trained for working in the oil-service-rig industry‚ there’s nothing like the real thing.

West Edmonton Mall and Entertainment Center is World’s Largest

Appropriately dubbed The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth‚ West Edmonton Mall is the world’s largest shopping and entertainment centre.

University of Alberta Research Labs Achieve Key Scientific Breakthroughs

The University of Alberta’s reputation as a research institution is not only good for its faculty‚ students and alumni‚ it’s also good for business.

Edmonton’s Expanded Shaw Conference Center Boasts Stunning Architecture

If there’s a large convention in Edmonton, you can bet it’s happening at the Shaw Conference Centre.

Next Gen Task Force Engages 18-to-40-Year-Olds in Edmonton’s Civic Life

Edmonton’s Next Gen Task Force is working to close the generation gap in the area’s workforce.

Women Building Futures Organization Trains for Edmonton Jobs in Various Trades

Women aspiring to work as tradespeople can get a foot in the door with the help of Women Building Futures in Edmonton.

Edmonton and Its Business Community Roll Out the Red Carpet to Attract Workers

The list of amenities at 7008 Roper Road, just southeast of downtown Edmonton, is impressive.

Well-Paying Jobs and High Quality of Life Draw Workers to Edmonton

As a welding instructor in Germany‚ Karsten Czulay provided a good life for his family‚ but he often craved a change of scenery and better long-term employment prospects.

Film-Friendly Edmonton Positioning Itself as Canada’s Hollywood

Canada has long been a favourite venue for filmmaking‚ and Edmonton is positioning itself as a hot spot.

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