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Report of the Royal Commission on the Development of Northern Alberta

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The Royal Commission on the Development of Northern Alberta was established to study the conditions and particular requirements of the northern areas of Alberta in relation to their present and... More ≫

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The Royal Commission on the Development of Northern Alberta was established to study the conditions and particular requirements of the northern areas of Alberta in relation to their present and potential development, to assist the economic development of the area. The first meeting of the Commission was held in July 1957 and it released its report in March of the following year. The report includes a set of recommendations under the headings of agriculture, forestry, surveys, transportation, communication, water resources, and general recommendations.

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Shaping Alberta's future : report of the Premier's Council for Economic Strategy

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The Premier's Council for Economic Strategy was established in July 2009 help give an external, big-picture perspective on what Alberta needs to do to secure the province's long-term prosperity.... More ≫

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The Premier's Council for Economic Strategy was established in July 2009 help give an external, big-picture perspective on what Alberta needs to do to secure the province's long-term prosperity. The Council's report, released in May of 2011, outlines broad direction for the province's future, organized around five themes: realizing the full potential of our energy resources; broadening the province’s economic base; preparing to prosper in a global economy; providing a strong platform to sustain economic growth; and investing in shaping the future. The report also provides thoughts on how to ensure the province has a strong platform - fiscally, environmentally and with respect to infrastructure - to sustain economic growth. Under each of the five themes, the council outlines some thought-provoking 'flagship' initiatives.

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The transportation sector in Alberta : present position and future outlook

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Demonstrates the importance of the transportation and logistics sector to the Alberta economy, and provides a clear understanding of what is needed to meet the demands of a growing value-added... More ≫

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Demonstrates the importance of the transportation and logistics sector to the Alberta economy, and provides a clear understanding of what is needed to meet the demands of a growing value-added economy over the next decade.

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An urgent call to action : report and recommendations of the Jobs for the Futures Committee

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Identifies a serious problem Alberta was facing with growing skilled-labour shortages, and raises concerns that shortages will become even more acute in the future.

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Alberta image and market access survey

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This survey tracked Canadians’ views on oil sands development, economic and social impacts or benefits and attitudes towards stakeholders.

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International travel final report : Premier Rachel Notley mission to China and Japan, April 17-27, 2017

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Report on the travel of Premier Rachel Notley and Minister Deron Bilous, Minister of Economic Development and Trade, to China and Japan to support the delivery of the Government of Alberta’s... More ≫

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Report on the travel of Premier Rachel Notley and Minister Deron Bilous, Minister of Economic Development and Trade, to China and Japan to support the delivery of the Government of Alberta’s international priorities. This includes diversifying markets for products and services in the agriculture, forestry, energy, environment, culture, innovation and tourism sectors.

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Alberta oil and gas industry quarterly update

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Provides information on the projects and related activities in the oil and gas sector in Alberta (excluding oil sands), government initiatives associated with this sector, labour issues, new... More ≫

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Provides information on the projects and related activities in the oil and gas sector in Alberta (excluding oil sands), government initiatives associated with this sector, labour issues, new technologies and interesting facts and figures. Information relating to the oil sands is provided in the publication Oil Sands Quarterly.

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Alberta-UK low carbon innovation and growth framework

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The objectives of this joint Framework are: to facilitate partnerships between Alberta and UK stakeholders that will drive economic development, diversification, innovation and job creation; to... More ≫

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The objectives of this joint Framework are: to facilitate partnerships between Alberta and UK stakeholders that will drive economic development, diversification, innovation and job creation; to enhance low carbon technology and innovation collaboration between the UK and Alberta; and to further develop UK-Alberta dialogues on energy and environmental policy and regulation.

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Building and educating tomorrow's workforce : report on performance

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In 2006, the Government of Alberta released Building and Educating Tomorrow’s Workforce (BETW). The strategy outlines 17 actions to address labour force development through four themes: Inform,... More ≫

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In 2006, the Government of Alberta released Building and Educating Tomorrow’s Workforce (BETW). The strategy outlines 17 actions to address labour force development through four themes: Inform, Attract, Develop and Retain. Under BETW, each ministry identifies specific labour force actions and initiatives, with funding allocated through ministry budgets based on provincial priorities. These funds are used strategically to build on and improve provincial initiatives such as those for apprenticeship and community employment. Other funding permits the creation of new programs and initiatives, such as virtual job fairs, collaborations with industry that increase the number of people with trade skills and labour market forecasting publications.

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International travel final report : Premier Redford mission to India and Switzerland, January 9-25, 2014

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Premier Alison Redford travelled to India to strengthen Alberta's trade partnership with India and lead a business delegation to Petrotech 2014. Following that, Premier Redford travelled to... More ≫

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Premier Alison Redford travelled to India to strengthen Alberta's trade partnership with India and lead a business delegation to Petrotech 2014. Following that, Premier Redford travelled to Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting from January 21 to 24, 2014.

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