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Research and analysis support for the Blue Ribbon Panel on Alberta’s Finances

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Presents the findings of MNP LLP, who was engaged to conduct research to support the work of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Alberta's Finances.

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Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC) program guidelines

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Program guidelines for the Capital Investment Tax Credit, a tax credit for capital investments made by Alberta companies for projects related to manufacturing, processing or tourism... More ≫

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Program guidelines for the Capital Investment Tax Credit, a tax credit for capital investments made by Alberta companies for projects related to manufacturing, processing or tourism infrastructure. Includes an overview of the program, eligibility criteria, and registration and application procedures.

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Alberta’s engineering sector

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This issue of the Economic Commentary series contains a profile of Alberta’s engineering sector, which is the largest in the country. The success of the sector is closely tied to Alberta’s oil and... More ≫

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This issue of the Economic Commentary series contains a profile of Alberta’s engineering sector, which is the largest in the country. The success of the sector is closely tied to Alberta’s oil and gas sector.

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Capital investment in Alberta to decline again in 2017

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Capital investment was the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth between the mid-nineties and 2014. However, low oil and gas prices resulted in declining capital investment in Alberta... More ≫

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Capital investment was the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth between the mid-nineties and 2014. However, low oil and gas prices resulted in declining capital investment in Alberta in 2015 and 2016. Although rising oil and gas prices are expected to lead to some improvement for the conventional oil and gas sector, capital investment in most other sectors is expected to remain weak this year.

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Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC)

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As part of the Alberta Jobs Plan, the Alberta government has invested $70 million in a Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC) for manufacturing, processing and tourism infrastructure that will spur... More ≫

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As part of the Alberta Jobs Plan, the Alberta government has invested $70 million in a Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC) for manufacturing, processing and tourism infrastructure that will spur economic diversification and job creation. This is a 2-year program that provides a non-refundable tax credit valued at 10% of a corporation’s eligible capital expenditures, up to $5 million.

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Capital investment in Alberta to decline again in 2016

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Capital investment was the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth between the mid-nineties and 2014. However, low oil and gas prices resulted in declining capital investment in Alberta... More ≫

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Capital investment was the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth between the mid-nineties and 2014. However, low oil and gas prices resulted in declining capital investment in Alberta in 2015 and capital investment is expected to remain a drag on economic growth in 2016 as energy investment continues to decline.

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Capital investment in Alberta is anticipated to decline in 2015

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Capital investment has been the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth since the mid-nineties. In 2014, total investment grew by an estimated 0.4% to $92.1 billion with a decrease in the... More ≫

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Capital investment has been the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth since the mid-nineties. In 2014, total investment grew by an estimated 0.4% to $92.1 billion with a decrease in the transportation sector being offset by growth in other sectors such as manufacturing and healthcare. For 2015, capital investment is expected to become a drag on economic growth as energy investment declines.

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Oil sands projects drive Alberta’s investment growth

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Capital investment has been the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth since the mid nineties. In 2013, total investment grew by an estimated 8.6%, in part due to surging oil sands... More ≫

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Capital investment has been the largest contributor to Alberta’s economic growth since the mid nineties. In 2013, total investment grew by an estimated 8.6%, in part due to surging oil sands investment. For 2014, investment is not expected to be a major driver of economic growth as energy investment growth moderates.

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Alberta’s oil and gas supply chain industry

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Over the past 25 years, the two fastest growing manufacturing sectors in Alberta are the industrial machinery and fabricated metals sectors. Their success is closely tied to Alberta’s oil and gas sector. More ≫

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Over the past 25 years, the two fastest growing manufacturing sectors in Alberta are the industrial machinery and fabricated metals sectors. Their success is closely tied to Alberta’s oil and gas sector.

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Investment growth in Alberta is expected to weaken in 2013

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Capital investment has had the largest impact on Alberta’s economic growth since the mid nineties. The rapid growth in investment since 1996 as well as the large decline during the recession and... More ≫

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Capital investment has had the largest impact on Alberta’s economic growth since the mid nineties. The rapid growth in investment since 1996 as well as the large decline during the recession and subsequent resurgence can be largely attributed to strong energy prices and technological breakthroughs. For 2013, investment is not expected to be a major driver of economic growth as energy investment weakens.

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