Strathcona County Economic Development and Tourism

Strathcona County Council has announced the appointment of Robyn Singleton as the municipality's new Chief Commissioner. He is expected to take up his new post by mid-September. News Release

Check out The Business Link's list of Business Training events for the Fall 2007 season! They have a variety of sessions relating to General Business, Marketing and Sales, Taxation and Money Matters, International Business, Legal Issues and E-Business.See the list of seminars, bown bag presentations, special events/conference and video conference events taking place this fall. The Business Link

Looking for staff? Plan on attending this leading recruitment, career, training and education event in Toronto - major player in the recruitment marketplace in Canada. The National Job Fair & Training Expo is a multi-sector event presented twice a year, in spring and fall, in a high quality trade show approach. Visit the website to find out more. September 25 & 26, 2007: National Job Fair & Trainixp

On September 25 - 27, the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce is hosting this labour event at the Fantasyland Hotel in West Edmonton Mall. If you would like to attend the sessions, arrange a booth or be a sponsor, visit the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce website for more information.

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For Strathcona County business information, visit our business section on this website. See our business calendar for events, seminars, forums, and more.

Country Christmas now offers CORPORATE REWARD PACKAGES to show your team you appreciate their loyalty! “Designed Especially for Women” there are five unique retreats within the Greater Edmonton area to choose from. On November 2 - 4 or November 16 - 18 the deserving women in your corporation can be pampered, adventurous, get in touch with nature or explore their creative and culinary talents. For more information visit www.countrychristmas.ca

If you are a Tourism business seeking to expand and enhance your bottom line and customers’ experience this conference on October 28th - 30th will be of interest to you. “Expand your Experience” while staying at the luxurious Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Early bird registration by September 14 saves you $80. You can also register yourself or a group from your organization online. For more information contact Jean Silzer at 403.277.7377 or conference@travelalberta.com.

Sunridge is excited to announce that a new triple chairlift is being installed just in time for the 2007/2008 ski season. Sunridge Ski Area will be opening up a number of new runs starting from the top of a new hill that has been created over the past three years. For more information click on the Media Release or visit www.SunridgeSkiArea.com.

For other Strathcona County events, attractions and activities see the Visitor section of our website.