Alberta Treasury Board News

The Government of Alberta has appointed Stan Magidson as Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the Alberta Securities Commission. Mr. Magidson will provide a wealth of experience and strong leadership to the ASC.

A renewed 10-year funding agreement with Horse Racing Alberta will help ensure the viability of Alberta’s horse racing industry and reflects government’s focus on responsibly managing provincial finances during the economic downturn.

Albertans will have the opportunity to share their ideas and priorities about the economy and the upcoming Budget 2016 directly with Premier Rachel Notley and Finance Minister Joe Ceci.

Economic diversification, job creation and strong family supports dominated conversation at the Budget 2016 town hall hosted by the Premier and Finance Minister.

Alberta faces a significant budget shortfall as oil prices continue to collapse – to the lowest levels in more than a decade – causing a substantial hit to government revenue.

The Alberta government is providing another opportunity for public input as it prepares Budget 2016.

A report from DBRS reaffirms the significant impact the drop in global commodity prices has had on Albertans and this province.

Joe Ceci, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance, issued the following statement in response to Moody’s Investor Services’ decision to re-affirm Alberta’s AAA credit rating but assign Alberta a negative outlook.  

Today’s Standard & Poor’s report underlines the strength of Alberta’s fiscal management – and the consequences of the steep current drop in the global price of oil on our economy and finances. 

A review of Alberta’s agencies, boards and commissions (ABCs) is underway, part of the government’s plan to improve services for Albertans and ensure value for taxpayers. 

Budget 2015 lays the groundwork for a stronger, diversified economy while stabilizing the frontline public services that all Albertans rely on.

Finance Minister Joe Ceci announced Alberta’s Budget 2015 will be tabled in the Legislature on Tuesday, October 27.

Finance Minister Joe Ceci is inviting Albertans to share their thoughts and priorities on the upcoming budget through telephone town halls on September 21 and 23.

Alberta’s updated first quarter forecast reflects higher-than-anticipated costs for fighting wildfires and drought, as well as the reversal of the previous government’s planned health levy and cuts to healthcare and education.

Starting Thursday, July 30, Albertans can visit the budget website (budget.alberta.ca) to provide ideas and comments for both Budget 2015 and Budget 2016.

Alberta’s Superintendent of Insurance has issued an advisory notice on ride sharing services and the insurance risk they currently pose to Albertans. 

Released today were the Government of Alberta Annual Report, ministry annual reports and Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund Annual Report. 

The government introduced changes to corporate and personal income taxes and is taking action to reverse proposed unfair fees.

Alberta’s 17th Premier, the Honourable Rachel Notley, and her Cabinet, were sworn in on the steps of the Alberta Legislature on May 24.

Working families will receive $110 million as well as access to programs at three new Parent Link Centres.