Making Life Better

Enabling social and economic prosperity through thriving business

Making Life Better

Enabling social and economic prosperity through thriving business

Making Life Better

Enabling social and economic prosperity through thriving business

The Business Council of Alberta is composed of 130+ chief executives from across Alberta dedicated to making life better for Albertans.

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From Barriers to Breakthroughs

From Barriers to Breakthroughs

This comprehensive roadmap provides clear recommendations to fix Canada’s major project approval process and regulatory system and restore the country’s ability to attract investment and grow the economy.

A Strong Canada.
A Good Life.

A strong Canada and a good life need a strong economy. Now is the time to come together and make it happen; time to get on the right path, the path to a strong Canada.

A Strong Canada. A Good Life.

Current Work

In-depth research, analysis, and recommendations on issues impacting Albertans and Alberta business.

Jun 25 2026

Business Council of Alberta Announces Alex Pourbaix as New Board Chair

Pourbaix succeeds Scott Bolton, who concludes his term as Chair of the Board CALGARY, AB — June 25,...
Jun 24 2026

Canadians are increasingly using AI on the job 

AI use at work is exploding in Canada. In September 2024, just 17% of workers aged 15 to 69 reported...
Jun 15 2026

The question of “recession or not” matters and would make Canada’s bad economic situation much worse

The Canadian economy recently posted two quarters of decline, sparking a debate among economists about...
Jun 12 2026

Adam Legge appointed to expert advisory panel on separation cost

"Albertans are facing a decision with profound consequences for our economy, our businesses, and our...
Jun 10 2026

Alberta’s dependence on the U.S. extends well beyond oil and gas

The formal review of CUSMA begins in just a few weeks. While the federal government is pushing to...
Jun 03 2026

C-Suite Unplugged: Cory Janssen, Co-Founder and CEO of AltaML

In this episode of C-Suite Unplugged, BCA president Adam Legge sits down with Cory Janssen, Co-Founder...
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Podcasts

C-Suite Unplugged 

Hear Alberta’s top business leaders share their personal journeys on C-Suite Unplugged.

AlbertaBetter Podcast | Listen on Apple Podcasts
AlbertaBetter Podcast | Listen on Spotify