Insights & Analysis
Our world is complex and ever changing. We need insightful ideas and solutions to the challenges we face as a province.
We offer unique and thoughtful insights, commentary, and analysis on the current social and economic issues in Alberta–and Canada.
Explore and share our latest work below.
We know what we need to do for housing affordability—we just need to do it
Early in 2023, a chart from the BCA’s Quarterly Snapshot sparked a...
Immigration Snapshot: Who is immigrating to Canada and Alberta?
Immigration is important to the culture, economy, and makeup of Canada and...
By the numbers: What the immigration target increase means for Canada and Alberta
Immigration is important to the culture, economy, and makeup of Canada and...
Alberta businesses plan to increase staffing and investment: Results from the June 2023 Business Expectations Survey
Over the next 12 months, the majority of business leaders surveyed expect to see higher sales and increased staffing. We look ahead in the latest Business Expectations Survey.
The Canadian economy: bigger but not stronger
In this commentary, we take a look at Canada’s GDP per capita to reveal how Canadians are truly faring in a high interest environment.
Four things we’re looking to see in the 2023 Federal Budget
Ahead of the 2023 Federal Budget, we outline recommendations to support Albertans, Canadians, and businesses over the short and long term.
Sorting fact from fiction: Dialing down the rhetoric on Canadian Healthcare
Addressing some commonly held myths to provide a stronger understanding of Canada’s health care system.
Alberta businesses remain optimistic: Results from the February 2023 Business Expectations Survey
Despite concerns about a global recession and a slowing Canadian economy, our February 2023 Business Expectations Survey shows AB’s biggest challenge as one of capacity rather than customers.
Did you know this is the busy season for mental health?
Physical health is only one part of our well-being, and right now, mental health matters even more.
While still positive, business optimism has softened: Results from the November 2022 Business Expectations Survey
While business sentiment remains positive overall, it has certainly softened. Businesses expect moderated growth as sales volumes level off in the coming year.