Ottawa, February 21, 2012 - The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is opening an office in New York City.

The New York office will increase ICC’s North American presence and make the services of the Court’s Secretariat directly available to parties, their counsel and arbitrators in North America.

Canadian Chamber of Commerce outlines approach to sharpen Canada’s competitive edge

Ottawa, February 8, 2012 - The Canadian Chamber of Commerce announced today that it has launched a 10-point national plan aimed at helping Canada regain its competitive edge in the global economy.

After extensive research and consultation with business leaders and member chambers of commerce across the country over the past year, the Canadian Chamber has singled out the top 10 barriers holding Canadian business back and diminishing Canada’s ability to compete.

Ottawa, January 18, 2012 - “Today’s decision denying the Keystone XL pipeline proposal deepens America’s dependence on hostile or unreliable suppliers and will cost U.S. jobs,” says Canadian Chamber of Commerce President Perrin Beatty. “Canada should continue to press for a positive decision to build Keystone, but it’s also time to diversify our energy markets.”

The U.S. State Department rejected TransCanada Pipeline’s proposal this afternoon. While TransCanada has announced its intention to apply for a permit for a modified route, today’s announcement delays a final decision until after the 2012 U.S. presidential election. The project was initially delayed after the state department postponed its decision under pressure from U.S. activist groups. The initial Keystone project was approved in 693 days, but the debate on the current project has already taken almost double this time.

Ottawa, January 18, 2012 - In a report released today, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce argues that Canada-China ties are quickly becoming one of Canada’s most important external relationships. Today, more than ever, what happens in China represents both a challenge and an opportunity for Canadian businesses.

“There is a clear need for more and better Canada-China trade,” said Perrin Beatty, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. “Of course, there are barriers in both countries that must be removed in order to open access to the tremendous opportunities ahead and build a partnership of shared growth and prosperity, but we cannot let these stop us from realizing the full benefits of the relationship.”