Alberta Business Pulse on Hot Button Issues
Alberta Business Pulse on Hot Button Issues
Alberta Business Pulse on Hot Button Issues
The recent Alberta Perspectives province‑wide survey captured business perspectives on issues shaping long term confidence, workforce expectations, and the provincial business climate.
A total of 594 responses were received from respondents across Alberta, with 74 per cent representing the private sector and nearly two-thirds identifying as the senior leader of their organization. The insights were collected through the Alberta Perspectives platform between January 28 and February 6, 2026.
While businesses remain generally optimistic about Alberta’s long‑term future, emerging risks are dampening confidence and shaping business decisions.
ACC emphasizes need for stability and competitiveness
“The findings highlight the importance of stability and alignment that strengthens Alberta’s economic outlook,” says Feth. “The federal and provincial governments have been increasingly collaborative through the Alberta–Ottawa MOU and the recent agreement in principle to streamline regulatory processes for major projects. These are positive steps, but they don’t materially address the impacts federal policy has had in the province. The fastest way to rebuild confidence is to turn commitments into tangible outcomes that improve competitiveness and provide certainty businesses can rely on.”