Help us Tell Southeast Alberta's Story

The loss of scheduled passenger air service at Medicine Hat Regional Airport has created challenges for businesses across Southeast Alberta. Whether it has impacted your ability to meet clients, attract and retain employees, connect with suppliers, access new markets, or grow your business - we want to hear from you.

The Southeast Alberta Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Medicine Hat and New West Public Affairs, is gathering feedback through a brief survey to better understand the real-world impacts of the loss of air service on our business community.

The window to restore service is limited because federal infrastructure funding eligibility is tied to scheduled service.

If service is not restored by mid-2027, Medicine Hat could lose eligibility, shifting capital funding costs back to residents and businesses through taxes.

Every survey response helps build the case for restoring reliable, sustainable air service to our region and supports ongoing advocacy efforts with provincial and federal governments, airlines, and key stakeholders. 

Restoring service protects:

• Economic Growth & Opportunities
• Access to National and International networks and markets
• Ability to reach clients more easily
• attracts new workers
• Investment attraction

What has your business experienced since air service ended?

• Increased travel costs?
• More time spent driving?
• Challenges recruiting talent?
• Delayed projects or client visits?
• Missed business opportunities?

What impact would reliable and convenient air service have on your business or organization?

• less driving and more time focussed on your organization?
• Improved ability to recruit and retain talent?
• Increased productivity through same-day business travel?
• Greater confidence in expanding operations in Southeast Alberta?

The demand is proven. The deadline is real.Medicine Hat is ready. 

Thank you for helping ensure the voice of Southeast Alberta's business community is heard.

Take the Survey

Download the 'Letter of Support' Template & Email to support@southeastalbertachamber.ca 

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