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Read our blog entries featuring our take on the latest news and economic trends.
Tips on How to Set Up Your Company for Expansion
Expanding into new markets, domestic or international, can be an exciting and at the same time, a worrisome experience. While a willing attitude may seem like all you may need, having the experience required and an idea in mind of what’s to come can be the difference...
What can a Trade Commissioner do for you? Lessons learned from the Trade Commissioner of Xiamen
Access Prosperity recently welcomed Liu Xin, Manager & Trade Commissioner for Xiamen, Fujian Province, China, to central Alberta. During her visit to Red Deer, we were able to highlight some key projects and introduce Ms. Liu to a number of people from the...
An International Business Development Success Story: Tundra Petroleum Services
We are always on the lookout for new talent; that is, we search Central Alberta for businesses ready to take the next step in their development by moving into international markets. Tundra Petroleum Services is an example of a company who has found success in a new...
10 Tips for Preparing for an International Mission or Trade Show
Over the past two and a half years working at Access Prosperity to attract investment and develop Central Alberta business, I have attended at least five trade shows and trade missions, along with other international travel. With an upcoming Government of Alberta...
Sustainable Farming: How and Why?
Farmers, ranchers, farming equipment manufacturers, and investors have gathered from all over Canada (and the world) to participate in Agri-Trade 2017, an agriculture exposition that boasts 470 exhibitors and approximately 28,000 attendees each year. Having walked the...
4 Reasons to Diversify Export Markets
Canada’s largest trade partner is, not surprisingly, the United States. However, it is becoming clear to experts that there are rewards to exporting to other countries, especially emerging markets. Here are a few of the reasons why you should consider diversifying...
Tax Advantages for Albertans and Alberta Businesses
The Government of Alberta published a news release on April 19 regarding the indexing of the personal income tax system and what it will mean for taxpayers. The release included some interesting facts and figures: Of all the provinces, Alberta has the highest basic...
Canola is King
Alberta Farmer Express recently published an informative article called “Canola’s impact shown throughout the Canadian economy,” and the Access Prosperity team thought it was worthy of sharing with our audience. The article contained some...
Are you Ready for CETA?
Are you ready for CETA? 4 signs you’re on your way to exporting According to an article by the Canadian Press, only 4% of Canada’s small and medium-sized businesses are exporting. According to the same article, the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters Association...
There’s still an Alberta Advantage – more than one, if you care to look
Whatever side of the political fence you find yourself leaning on, the current economic climate may have you asking, “Where’s the Alberta Advantage?” The Alberta Advantage has traditionally been thought of as our low personal income tax, low corporate tax, and the...
Lessons for Doing Business in Asia
Lessons for Doing Business in Asia In January 2016, Access Prosperity’s Investment Attraction Officer, Pam Steckler, attended a Government of Alberta Mission to Asia. Among her goals for the mission was developing a foundation with international partners, and she...
Energy Services Breakfast 2015 focuses on opportunities for your business
Energy Services Breakfast 2015 focuses on opportunities for your business On June 18th, Access Prosperity had the pleasure of attending an informative morning session focused on improving business in the current economic downturn. The powerhouse panel was comprised of...