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It is said that the state of Alberta’s oil and gas economy is reflected each year in one event: the Calgary Stampede Canvas Auction. Each year, companies bid on the advertising rights to the canvas covering the chuckwagons at the Calgary Stampede. When the economy is hot, bidding can reach record highs. This year, however, the auction raised just under Read more

Encana Corp. has announced it plans to cut its workforce by 20% this year. Last year, the company already laid off 19% of its employees. It’s expected another 500 employees will be released over the course of 2016. “The job reductions not only at Encana but across the industry have been as severe as I’ve ever seen in 33 years,” Read more

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will arrive in Alberta on Wednesday to address the ailing economy in the province. Despite his visit, it’s not expected Trudeau will be able to make any promises to Albertans until the federal budget in March. Assistance to the province could include employment insurance changes or a financial stability program. He’s scheduled to spend time in Read more

EnerCorp is proud to be a member of PESA and supporting their mission of being a unified voice for the energy industry’s service, supply, and manufacturing. Read more