Economy

Alberta introduces legislation blocking AIMCo lawsuits

Three public sector pension plans have been seeking roughly $1.3 billion over a 2020 volatility trading loss. The bill would bar those claims.

$32 million boost targets Calgary aviation projects

Alberta is putting $21 million into YYC AeroNex and $11 million into a training facility for up to 6,000 students a year.

Calgary leads in housing starts, but chamber says affordability still needs work

Alberta has logged 68,000+ housing starts in 2025 and Calgary hit its supply target a year early — but the chamber wants faster approvals and more trades.

30 billion milestone reached by Alberta's Heritage Fund

A $2.8 billion contribution from this year's surplus pushes the fund past $30 billion, on the way to a $250 billion target by 2050.

Alberta reports $8.3 billion surplus

A fourth straight surplus year, driven by oil and gas revenue. Half of it goes to debt or the Heritage Fund.

No strike, but not overtime as Canada Post slows down

CUPW's national overtime ban caps shifts at 40 hours a week, and Calgary charities are bracing for a fundraising hit.

With increases on energy bills this August, here is some advice for Alberta consumers

This summer, energy costs have risen exponentially compared to recent months.

Many Calgary businesses are shutting their doors, but it’s not all doom and gloom

Local experts chime in on the city’s business economy—and they’re optimistic

Calgary’s historic Barron Building gets a new lease on life

The iconic heritage structure has been an anchor in Calgary’s downtown since 1951

The domino effect of Calgary’s burgeoning tech scene

The Calgary Stampede is injecting some life into the city’s economy

Labour shortages are causing issues for Canadian businesses and Calgary isn’t immune

Some experts believe the solution to Canada’s supply chain issues can be addressed from within the country

Inflation is causing pain at the pumps and the grocery stores, but here are a few ways to help balance that

Inflation, COVID, and how it can impact a small business

Fuel prices are fuelling demand for electric vehicles, but inventory remains a challenge

Calgary-based Virtual Gurus secures $8.4 million in funding to grow its virtual assistant marketplace across North America

Calgary’s red hot real estate market is a double-edged sword for buyers and sellers

Calgary is on the cusp of something big when it comes to ‘magic mushrooms’ being used as therapy

Province unveils a balanced budget with a focus on health care, helping Albertans find jobs

Calgary’s Prairie Dog Brewing hopes GoFundMe will help them stay afloat amid pandemic woes

How financial planning can help those in the Alberta agriculture industry overcome challenges

Helping Calgary’s small businesses succeed in the digital world

No need to panic: Experts say Calgary’s grocery shelves should stay stocked

Local food marketplace changing the way Calgarians shop for groceries