Ireland-Alberta Trade Association 🇮🇪🇨🇦

Highlighting and promoting shared business strengths and opportunities between Ireland and Alberta.

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@DeirdreGiblin1 @IreCanBiz We were delighted to see you in 2025 during our trade mission from Alberta and look forward to a busy and successful 2026! Happy Christmas to all at the @IreCanBiz!

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🌟 Join us for the St. Brigid’s Day Business Luncheon! 🌟
Celebrate pioneering women in business on February 12 at the Fairmont Palliser, Calgary. Don’t miss this inspiring event!

🎟 Get your ticket: https://t.co/Z5Fw8SKnSI

#StBrigidsDay #PioneeringWomen #Leadership #Networking

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Calgary will soon become the largest convention destination in Western Canada. It is the third-most populated city in Canada and local matters. Here are 3 Ways to Weave Local Culture Into Your Next Meeting in Calgary ⁦@calgarystampede⁩ https://t.co/fxiOy7wZGG

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Saint Patrick's Day message from Leo Varadkar TD, Taoiseach / Prime Minister of Ireland.

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

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Please see official Saint Patrick's Day message from Leo Varadkar TD, Taoiseach / Prime Minister of Ireland.

Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

@GlobalIrish @IrlinVancouver @IrlinToronto

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@Mairead_Lavery Thank you for the wonderful fireside chat with @bradparry @calgaryeconomic!! It was great to host you and we hope to welcome you back soon!

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#Alberta is synonymous with entrepreneurship and hard work, and that's the same spirit that Bernie Burchill brought from #Ireland. He would later go on to found his own business, Contour Earthmoving Ltd. Watch this video to learn more about his journey: https://t.co/TEJxfjJPAu

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She settled near High River with her husband, Walter, before #Alberta was even created. Here, she wrote of the majestic landscape and beauty in farming.
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As part of our 'Unearthing Alberta's Irish Legends' project, this week's feature is poet Moira O’Neill (Agnes Higginson Skrine). You can read more on Agnes here: https://t.co/bJ9NoTGTHp

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IATA would like to congratulate Irish company @Portwest on their acquisition of IFR Workwear in Red Deer, #Alberta. Portwest is an Irish success story set up in 1904, specializing in the design and production of protective clothing. https://t.co/iFo5CGtIB6

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Combined with the local expertise of IFR, Portwest hopes to continue its vision to be the world’s best supplier of protective wear, through customer focus, innovation, service and value - all delivered with passion and care. IATA congratulates both companies on this new journey!

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IATA president @laureenregan was delighted to meet with Cathal Hughes from Ireland's @portwestglobal to learn more about the recent acquisition of Alberta’s IFR Workwear. Together, they continue the vision to be the world’s best supplier of protective wear. Congratulations!

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May was a big month as we embarked on another trade mission to #Ireland! This was in partnership with @calgaryeconomic and had featured discussions on agribusiness, cleantech and more.
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Patrick Burns helped shape the economy of western Canada and the @calgarystampede, all while staying true to his Irish roots and philanthropic spirit. Read more about him in our series, 'Unearthing Alberta's Irish Legends' ☘️ https://t.co/IXxoDt263Q #alberta #ireland

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We are launching a series of historic stories that celebrate the Irish pioneers who left an indelible mark on Alberta's history! Our first feature is of Senator Pat Burns, one of the founders of the world famous Calgary Stampede. https://t.co/D7PEkIxUkI

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#YYC is full of surprises, from its western ag heritage to thriving diversity & a vibrant economy. This is where Meabh Heskes decided to make her home. She even followed in her family's footsteps and opened Two Giraffes Children's Footwear! https://t.co/Mt1nrC5WW9

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Congratulations @TourismIreland

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Fantastic news 🏆 A win for “Best Tourism Board” at the TravelPulse Canada - Readers Choice Awards! ☘️ @TourismIreland @TravelPulseCA

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Day 2: Multiple meetings/tours on logistics expertise found in Ireland.
From bespoke e-commerce, checkout, returns, payments, to logistics, warehousing, cross border solutions - Ireland’s capacity and expertise in connecting to the EU, North America and beyond is exceptional!

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@EamonnMcKee @IrlEmbCanada @IrlinVancouver @IrlinToronto @ICCC_OTT @ICCC_MTL @ICCCVan @canadaireland Thank you @IrlAmbCanada!