Publications

Minister's office expenses : Finance and Enterprise

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Ministers' and associate ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers and... More ≫

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Ministers' and associate ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers and associate ministers, their executive assistants and their administrative support staff, and are reported in the following categories: meals, accommodation and travel; hospitality and working sessions; and goods, supplies and services.

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Final report : mission to Norway, the Netherlands and Ireland January 5-16, 2009

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In January 2009, the Minister of Finance and Enterprise traveled to Norway, the Netherlands, and Ireland to look at best practices in savings strategies, pension management and economic... More ≫

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In January 2009, the Minister of Finance and Enterprise traveled to Norway, the Netherlands, and Ireland to look at best practices in savings strategies, pension management and economic development, and to discuss recent events in world financial markets and their potential impact on Alberta’s growth.

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Report on competitiveness : Alberta

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The Alberta Competitiveness Council established in 2010 to look at ways to improve Alberta’s ability to compete in a global economy. This series of reports assesses Alberta’s position on 70... More ≫

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The Alberta Competitiveness Council established in 2010 to look at ways to improve Alberta’s ability to compete in a global economy. This series of reports assesses Alberta’s position on 70 benchmarked indicators relative to 14 other jurisdictions in Canada, the United States, Europe, and Australia. Areas of strength are highlighted, as are areas where opportunities for improvement may exist.

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Facts on Alberta: living and doing business in Alberta

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Information package for businesses looking to invest and do business in Alberta

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Highlights of the Alberta Competitiveness Council’s report on competitiveness : Alberta 2010

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The Alberta Competitiveness Council was established in 2010 to look at ways to improve Alberta's ability to compete in a global economy. This report from the Council highlights initial findings on... More ≫

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The Alberta Competitiveness Council was established in 2010 to look at ways to improve Alberta's ability to compete in a global economy. This report from the Council highlights initial findings on Alberta's competitive position on 70 benchmarked indicators relative to 14 other jurisdictions in Canada, the United States, Europe, and Australia.

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Regulatory excellence

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The framework for Regulatory Excellence is captured in the Government of Alberta’s Regulation Impact Report, which reflects a best practice standard for the review of regulations. For analysis and... More ≫

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The framework for Regulatory Excellence is captured in the Government of Alberta’s Regulation Impact Report, which reflects a best practice standard for the review of regulations. For analysis and accountability, the framework is consistent with those employed by other leading jurisdictions and is founded on the concept of a balanced evaluation of economic, social and environmental impacts.

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Fiscal update

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Quarterly updates are issued for the first three quarters of each fiscal year. Each update consists of two parts: the updated forecast for the fiscal year and the actual results for the fiscal... More ≫

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Quarterly updates are issued for the first three quarters of each fiscal year. Each update consists of two parts: the updated forecast for the fiscal year and the actual results for the fiscal year up to that quarter.

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2011 small business, big impact : Alberta small business profile

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Small businesses are a crucial part of Alberta's economy. They provide vital goods and services to a wide range of industries and consumers, helping our province grow and expand. Many small... More ≫

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Small businesses are a crucial part of Alberta's economy. They provide vital goods and services to a wide range of industries and consumers, helping our province grow and expand. Many small businesses play essential roles in supporting the work of large companies, including those involved in resource development. Agile and innovative, small businesses are a testament to Alberta's entrepreneurial spirit. For the purposes of this publication, a small business is one that has between one and 49 employees. Alberta is home to thousands of these businesses, in communities across the province. Alberta also has many self-employed individuals. To the extent these individuals do not have paid employees, they are considered distinct from small businesses.

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The visible minority population : recent trends in Alberta and Canada

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Between 1996 and 2006, Alberta’s visible minority population increased three times faster than the overall population growth. As a result, the share of visible minorities in the province’s total... More ≫

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Between 1996 and 2006, Alberta’s visible minority population increased three times faster than the overall population growth. As a result, the share of visible minorities in the province’s total population increased from 10 per cent to almost 14 per cent. This issue in the Demographic Spotlight series looks at provincial and national trends in the growth of the visible minority population.

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Unlocking the prize : metal fabrication procurement for development and operation of Alberta's oil sands

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This study explores the competitiveness factors and growing industry trends related to procurement decisions made when oil sands buyers award contracts to Metal Fabrication and Machinery... More ≫

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This study explores the competitiveness factors and growing industry trends related to procurement decisions made when oil sands buyers award contracts to Metal Fabrication and Machinery Manufacturing (MFMM) suppliers during the development, construction and operation of mining, in-situ and upgrader projects. The study helps to provide market intelligence for the development and execution of growth strategies in areas where Alberta’s MFMM sector has a competitive advantage. It also provides a better understanding of the needs of Alberta’s oil sands industry, describes how to strengthen relationships between Alberta’s MFMM sector and oil sand project owners, and support continued economic growth in the province.

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