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Government to strengthen investor protection

Mon, 05/08/2017 - 17:05

Proposed legislation introduced today would protect investors and recognize the work of the many qualified and hardworking financial advisors in Alberta.  

Teachers and school board representatives reach tentative agreement

Wed, 04/26/2017 - 17:00

The two parties have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA), completing the first step of the updated collective bargaining process.

Public-sector bargaining: Minister Ceci statement

Mon, 04/24/2017 - 16:00

Joe Ceci, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, made the following statement regarding public-sector bargaining:

Alberta Child Benefit makes life more affordable for parents

Thu, 04/20/2017 - 12:45

Parents are encouraged to file their tax returns to access important financial supports.

Lower tax bills make life more affordable for Albertans

Wed, 04/19/2017 - 13:30

Indexing the personal income tax system will save taxpayers an estimated $55 million in 2016 and a further $70 million in 2017.

More support brewing for Alberta’s liquor industry

Wed, 03/29/2017 - 15:15

The Alberta government is committing ongoing support for the province’s rapidly expanding brewing and liquor production industry.

Budget 2017 – working to make life better

Thu, 03/16/2017 - 17:15

Budget 2017 is focused on creating good jobs, making life more affordable for Albertans and protecting the programs and services families count on.

Grants for Lloydminster fuel retailers

Thu, 03/09/2017 - 12:00

Grants to retail fuel dealers will offset the difference between the total carbon levy and fuel tax in Alberta and the fuel tax in Saskatchewan. 

Budget 2017 release date set

Wed, 03/01/2017 - 12:45

Joe Ceci, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, will table Budget 2017 on March 16.

Government reins in agency CEO pay and benefits

Fri, 02/24/2017 - 15:00

The Alberta government is cutting salaries and eliminating bonuses for the highest paid top executives of agencies, boards and commissions. 

Signs of economic recovery continue, deficit steady

Thu, 02/23/2017 - 15:30

Alberta’s economy is turning a corner and showing early signs of recovery, including higher exports, drilling activity and employment. 

Premier and Finance minister reach out to Albertans about Budget 2017

Fri, 01/27/2017 - 16:30

Albertans can join Premier Rachel Notley and Finance Minister Joe Ceci in a conversation about the province’s budget during telephone town halls next week.

Albertans see benefits of carbon levy rebates

Tue, 01/10/2017 - 16:15

Over a million Albertans have seen money appear in their bank accounts as carbon rebates have started rolling out across the province.

Albertans asked for input into Budget 2017

Mon, 01/09/2017 - 13:15

Albertans are invited to share their ideas and priorities as government kicks off its 2017 budget consultations.

Carbon levy supports diverse, green economy and jobs

Sat, 12/31/2016 - 11:30

Alberta’s carbon levy comes into effect Jan. 1 as part of government’s plan to transition the province to a greener, more diversified economy.

Tax cut benefits small businesses, supports jobs

Thu, 12/29/2016 - 11:30

Small business owners will save an estimated $185 million in 2017 as part of Alberta’s plan to transition the province to a greener, more diversified economy.

Deficit steady, economy shows signs of stability

Mon, 11/28/2016 - 15:00

Alberta’s deficit is forecast to hold steady while a number of indicators point to a stabilization of the province’s economy.

Deficit steady, economy shows signs of stability

Mon, 11/28/2016 - 15:00

Alberta’s deficit is forecast to hold steady while a number of indicators point to a stabilization of the province’s economy.

Modernized governance strengthens Alberta’s credit unions

Wed, 11/23/2016 - 17:15

The Government of Alberta has introduced Bill 32, the Credit Union Amendment Act, to expand services credit unions can offer to Albertans and businesses and to enhance governance of the credit union industry.

Modernized governance strengthens Alberta’s credit unions

Wed, 11/23/2016 - 17:15

The Government of Alberta has introduced Bill 32, the Credit Union Amendment Act, to expand services credit unions can offer to Albertans and businesses and to enhance governance of the credit union industry.

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