Health care, schooling and stability are the pillars of an upcoming provincial budget.
The Alberta government is planning to tackle the strain of the province’s rapid population growth and prepare for future challenges with this year’s budget.
“Alberta is facing headwinds from every direction right now: cross-border trade issues, volatile oil prices and pressure on our public services as more people move here to make Alberta their home,” said Nate Horner, president of treasury board and minister of finance. “I am working with my colleagues to build a budget that builds Alberta and meets the challenge head-on.”
Alberta’s population grew at a record pace in 2023 and 2024, increasing the demand for health care, education, and other public services. However, Budget 2025 aims to meet these demands while planning for long-term stability.
The government is focused on fast-tracking school construction, maintaining fair and competitive taxes, and supporting high-quality health care and education. Meanwhile, it also faces challenge managing the costs of contract negotiations with thousands of public sector workers.
Additionally, global uncertainties, such as shifts in energy markets and geopolitical tensions, add to the complexity of budget planning.
The development of Budget 2025 will continue throughout February.
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