Our Priorities for Government
We work with policymakers in the provincial and federal governments to advocate for policies that make life better for Albertans and unleash the potential of our province. See below for our top priorities for the provincial and federal government.
Provincial Priorities
Federal Priorities
Workforce development strategy
Transform Alberta’s skills, training, and education systems for the workforce needs of the future
Mission-driven economic growth
Launch an Alberta Mission Agency to catalyze innovation
Competitive and sustainable long-term fiscal model
Reimagine the fiscal model to enable long-term Alberta competitiveness and prosperity
Enhance skills and immigration
Develop Canadians' skills and enhance economic immigration to attract the world’s brightest
Growth strategy for Canada
Resources strategy and regulatory transformation for Canada to support the needs of the world
Invest in Alberta’s low-carbon future
Use an approach of incentives or “carrots,” ensuring we are competitive with the US, including a particular focus on CCUS
Three things to know about the Council’s advocacy work this month
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Continuing to work with the federal government on accelerating regulatory review and approvals processes
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Engaging with Premier Smith and key Cabinet Ministers on first priorities for the newly elected government
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Sharing Alberta’s story on Parliament Hill
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Jul
17
2023
Letter to Premier Danielle Smith on Key Priorities for Albertans and Alberta Business
The following letter was provided to Premier Danielle Smith outlining key priorities for Alberta to...
Jan
18
2023
Pre-Budget Submission for the Provincial Government 2023 Budget
The Business Council of Alberta (BCA) is pleased to provide ideas and recommendations to the Government...
Jan
11
2023
Enhancing Express Entry through category-based selection to better meet Canada’s evolving economic needs
Submission on immigration selection priorities for express entry to Canada.
Nov
25
2022
Letter to Premier Danielle Smith on Key Priorities for Alberta
A letter to Premier Danielle Smith outlining key priorities that Alberta’s business community...
Oct
13
2022
Pre-Budget Submission for the Federal Government 2023 Budget
We believe that, in its 2023 Budget, the federal government should prioritize policies that address...
Sep
08
2022
Letter of support to the Alberta Ministry of Labour and Immigration for Future-Fit AI
The Business Council of Alberta (BCA) expresses its support for the objectives of the project that...