The government has moved from a 10 per cent flat rate personal income tax to a progressive tax with steeper rates.
alberta economy
Février 25, 2016
8:37AM
Province’s net financial position could decrease by another $14 billion in 2016/17, making it a net debtor province.
Février 22, 2016
10:41AM
To eliminate the deficit, Alberta's government should restrain spending.
Janvier 26, 2016
3:00AM
The federal government may speed up spending on infrastructure projects in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Janvier 22, 2016
2:52PM
In 2015/16, Alberta is scheduled to run its seventh deficit in eight years.
Janvier 4, 2016
1:59PM
The provincial government introduced numerous tax increases, essentially ending Alberta’s tax advantage relative to key competing jurisdictions.
Décembre 29, 2015
2:04PM
The real culprit for Alberta’s fiscal problems—and ultimately the recent credit downgrade—is several years of rapid spending growth by successive governments.
Décembre 22, 2015
3:53PM
The recent elections in Alberta and federally in Canada have elected governments that appear dedicated to increasing government’s interference in the economy.
Juin 20, 2015
11:00AM
In its recent Speech from the Throne, the new Alberta government reiterated its plans to make life more expensive in Alberta.
Juin 19, 2015
10:00AM
Alberta’s economy is still on shaky ground as oil prices remain depressed relative to last year’s levels.