The Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted a special meeting on March 20, 2026, to help local business owners navigate a changing economy. The event, held in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, brought together top company leaders and industry experts to talk about how to stay strong and successful during uncertain times. This gathering allowed local entrepreneurs to hear directly from experts about the future of the region.
The meeting featured a talk with Angus Watt, a well-known financial expert from Global News, and Mark Plamondon, the head of the Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association. They shared advice on how to lead businesses through global trade challenges while the local region continues to grow. This area is home to Canada’s largest oil and gas processing hub, which has seen over $40 billion in investment from major companies like Dow and Shell.
This gathering comes after the Chamber finished a big merger in 2025 to represent more businesses across the region, including those in Lamont County and Bruderheim. Local companies like CAM Industrial and Canada Pump & Power helped sponsor the afternoon session. The group has been busy lately, also hosting events like the Mayor’s Lunch to keep the community informed about the local economy.
While Alberta is expected to see about 2 per cent economic growth through 2026, business owners are still keeping a close eye on potential new trade rules from the United States. The Chamber plans to continue these types of sessions to help local shops and large industrial firms work together as the region expands. These events aim to ensure that businesses of all sizes can handle the ups and downs of the market.
