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Albertans & climate change : a strategy for managing environmental and economic risks

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This strategy outlines the government’s climate change approach of influencing the development of an effective national climate change response, while at the same time, taking action within the... More ≫

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This strategy outlines the government’s climate change approach of influencing the development of an effective national climate change response, while at the same time, taking action within the province to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Economic impacts of a greenhouse gas emissions cap on the oil and gas sector

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In December 2023, the Government of Canada announced plans to implement a national cap-and-trade system to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector to achieve the goal of... More ≫

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In December 2023, the Government of Canada announced plans to implement a national cap-and-trade system to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector to achieve the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. This report, prepared by the Conference Board of Canada and presented to Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, estimates the potential economic impact of a greenhouse gas emissions cap on the oil and gas sector.

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Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Recovery Working Group (EMRER) : priorities and recommended actions

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The Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Recovery Working Group engaged with stakeholders from across the region to develop a report with suggested actions about how the government and industry... More ≫

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The Edmonton Metropolitan Region Economic Recovery Working Group engaged with stakeholders from across the region to develop a report with suggested actions about how the government and industry leaders can support the recovery and growth of metro Edmonton’s economy.

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Alberta’s forest economy : a handbook of public economic and socioeconomic accounts

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This annual publication offers a broad compilation of publicly-available economic and socioeconomic statistics that explore the well-being of Alberta's forests and the economic contribution of the... More ≫

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This annual publication offers a broad compilation of publicly-available economic and socioeconomic statistics that explore the well-being of Alberta's forests and the economic contribution of the forest industry.

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A more productive Alberta : our key to future economic growth

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Examines key productivity drivers and what Alberta needs to create "a culture of innovation and productivity" within the province.

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Economic impact of Alberta's forest sector

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This report provides a snapshot of the contributions Alberta's forest sector makes to the province. It describes this contribution using a number of different metrics, and provides some context... More ≫

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This report provides a snapshot of the contributions Alberta's forest sector makes to the province. It describes this contribution using a number of different metrics, and provides some context around the market conditions experienced over the last few years. It also provides some insight into the multitude of ways Alberta's forest fibre are being used.

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Capitalizing on Canadian markets : an assessment of Alberta’s domestic trade framework

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In February 2012, Cal Dallas, Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations (IIR), directed the Ministry to develop an enhanced performance management framework. Its purpose is to... More ≫

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In February 2012, Cal Dallas, Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations (IIR), directed the Ministry to develop an enhanced performance management framework. Its purpose is to improve the collection and analysis of performance information and to improve the way the Ministry uses this information both in its day-to-day operations and in reporting performance to the public. As part of the framework, a number of key outcomes were identified for each division of the Ministry, and performance measures were developed for each outcome.

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Métis Women’s Council on Economic Security : 2017 report and recommendations and Government of Alberta response

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Presents nine recommendations made to the government by the Métis Women's Council on Economic Security in 2017, and the related government responses to the recommendations. Recommendations cover... More ≫

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Presents nine recommendations made to the government by the Métis Women's Council on Economic Security in 2017, and the related government responses to the recommendations. Recommendations cover the child intervention system, safety for Indigenous women, support for Indigenous people transitioning to urban centres, Indigenous tourism, social justice, collaboration in the development of government programs and services, and entrepreneurial and employment opportunities resulting from the legalization of cannabis. The Council was established in 2013 to provide advice and recommendations to the Government of Alberta on strategies to improve the economic security of Indigenous women in Alberta.

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Economic impact of the Alberta forest industry

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This report provides a snapshot into the current financial state of the Alberta's forest products sector and outlines the key contributions of forestry within the regions where it operates.

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The economics of sugar beet production in Alberta

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The Economics Branch of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD) have been monitoring sugar beet production costs and returns since the early 1970's. This program is a valuable source of... More ≫

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The Economics Branch of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD) have been monitoring sugar beet production costs and returns since the early 1970's. This program is a valuable source of information on benchmarks (averages) for sugar beets grown in Alberta. Results from these studies have been used for several purposes including policy and program development for the sugar beet industry. It has also been helpful to growers in managing their business as well as to the sugar beet board in price negotiations. The objectives of this publication are: To develop production costs and returns for sugar beet production in Alberta. To assist sugar beet growers with farm budgeting and planning. To analyze economies of scale; machine use and input/output relationships for sugar beet.

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