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5 SUMMER 2023 I n business there is an old adage that if you're standing still and not continually moving forward, you're actually moving backwards. The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce is also never content to sit still and believes we need to continue to move the dial in new ways that will lead to greater prosperity for Manitoba businesses. We see that with our members where competitive edges are being discovered and harnessed and innovation is being tapped and resourced. Manitoba is well positioned to elevate its currency on the national and world stage like never before. In fall, Manitobans will go to the polls in the provincial election and we will be looking for political parties to share their economic plat- forms that will help move the dial in grow- ing Manitoba's economy. The Chamber will continue to be your advocate for sustainable economic growth, leading to business and community prosperity in Manitoba. The Manitoba Chamber of Commerce advo- cacy work continues to move the dial. In April, the Province of Manitoba announced new tax competitiveness measures that will mark a significant increase to the Provincial Basic Personal Amount. This is something that the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce and the Chamber network has long been advocating for. The province also announced changes to personal income tax brackets and, combined, these measures will help Manitobans keep more money in their pockets, which always benefits business. In May we held our annual general meeting and I want to take this opportunity to thank outgoing board chair Michelle Kuly and mem- bers Paul Provost, Colin Bartlett and Cathy Snelgrove. Thank you for your time, energy and dedication to the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce. I extend a warm welcome to new chair Alison Kirkland and members Vince Barletta, Barry Cooper, Jamie Dumont, Josh Girman, Jordan Ludwig and Michael Woelcke, who are joining the board. We are excited to have you join us as we continue to advocate for business in Manitoba. CHUCK DAVIDSON President and CEO Manitoba Chambers of Commerce 8 Blueprint for Immigration 14 Breathtaking Northern Beauty 18 Goldeyes Celebrate 30th Anniversary Season 24 Bold Personal Income Tax Measures Featured in this issue: A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT & CEO CHUCK DAVIDSON

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