Advocacy
Making life better requires a collaborative and pragmatic approach to policy.
The Council works with the provincial and federal governments to advocate for bold, productive and innovative policies, initiatives, and investments that will build social and economic prosperity in Alberta. Our broad-based and pragmatic policy, backed up with unsurpassed government engagement and advocacy, has a strong track record of getting implemented and solving problems. Explore our recent advocacy work below, including official letters and submissions, opinion pieces, and statements on government decisions and policies.
Western Business Leaders Applaud Bill C-39 and Major Competitiveness Reforms
Download a PDF version of the news release Western Business Coalition outlines...
BCA Welcomes Bill C-39 and its Competitiveness Reforms, Urges Parliament to Implement Legislation Quickly
The Business Council of Alberta (BCA) welcomes the Government of Canada’s...
Statement from Adam Legge, President, Business Council of Alberta, on the Independent Report on the Costs of Separation
First of all, I am honoured to have been part of the advisory panel for this...
BCA Statement on the Productivity Mega Deduction
The federal government’s announcement on the Productivity Mega Deduction is a...
BCA Submission on Federal Budget 2026
September 8, 2026 The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, P.C., M.P....
BCA Statement on the October 19 Referendum
Since we started, the Business Council of Alberta has advocated for a strong...
Business Council of Alberta Launches New Initiative Ahead of Separation Referendum
“Alberta can demand fairer treatment without leaving the country,” said...
Building on Progress: Priorities for Economic Growth from the Western Business Coalition
*French version below - Version française à suivre* September 1, 2026 ...
BCA Statement on the EV Mandate Repeal
August 18, 2026 The Business Council of Alberta (BCA) welcomes the federal...
BCA Calls for Surtax Exemption for Heavy Construction and Mining Equipment
August 17, 2026 The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, P.C.,...











