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3 SUMMER 2024 To advertise, call 204-697-7390 SUMMER 2024, VOL. 24 MANITOBA CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE jointhechamber.ca President & CEO Chuck Davidson Director of Marketing & Communications Clara Buelow Director of Business Development & Member Relations Brent Hutton THE FREE PRESS winnipegfreepress.com President and CEO Darren Murphy VP, Revenue and Business Development Michele Prysazniuk Director, FP Features Charlene Adam charlene.adam@freepress.mb.ca Editor Jennifer McFee Writers Sherry Kaniuga Wendy King Kristin Marand Jennifer McFee Lindsey Ward Photography Darcy Finley Numerous organizations supplied Design Tammy Mitchell MBiz Magazine is published on Treaty 1 territory and the homeland of the Métis Nation. To advertise, call 204-697-7390 I n Manitoba's ever-evolv- ing business landscape, the convergence of climate change and eco- nomic advancement presents not just challenges but op- portunities. With our prov- ince's abundant resources in critical minerals, renew- able energy and strategic transportation infrastructure investments, Manitoba is positioned to lead in the emerging green economy. At the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC), we under- stand that embracing the green economy is essential for Manitoba's continued economic prosperity. The economic benefits of reduc- ing our carbon footprint are evident across sectors, from pioneering clean energy solutions to transformative agricultural practices. Despite these promising strides, a no- table segment of Manitoba's business community has yet to fully integrate environmen- tal considerations into their strategic frameworks. To bridge this gap, the MCC is excited to have received funding from the federal government through Prairies- Can to develop the Manitoba Green Advantage Program. This initiative is aimed to strengthen Manitoba's posi- tion as a leader in the green economy and provide crucial support to small businesses as they navigate the transition towards sustainability. This edition of MBiz Maga- zine celebrates the businesses and community organizations leading the charge towards a sustainable future — those who are shaping tomorrow's business landscape today. I invite the business community to join the path towards a greener and more prosperous future for Manitoba. Together, we can work to harness the potential of the green economy, drive innovation, foster growth and champion the businesses that make Manitoba the best place to live and work. ■ CHUCK DAVIDSON President and CEO Manitoba Chambers of Commerce

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