Alberta Separatism: Economic and business perspectives
Research on how Alberta separation could affect investment, trade, jobs, and business confidence, based on surveys and economic analysis.
Release: Nearly half of Calgary Chamber members are likely to relocate business if Alberta separation process moves forward
According to a new survey, nearly half of Calgary Chamber member respondents say they are prepared to leave Alberta and relocate their business to another province if Albertans vote to begin the formal process towards separation from Canada.
Release: Wildfires pose growing threat to regional and national economic stability
Beyond the environmental and safety impacts, wildfires are increasingly threatening economic stability and the infrastructure that underpins Canada’s prosperity.
Release: Alberta’s aerospace and defence potential remains untapped; represents key economic opportunity
As the federal government commits more than $84 billion to national defence and works toward NATO’s spending target of five per cent of GDP by 2035, Alberta has the potential to play a key role in these national priorities while advancing economic diversification in the province.
Statement: Calgary Chamber welcomes continuation of the Calgary Transit Free Fare Zone; calls for Zone to remain in place
The Calgary Chamber is pleased to see City Council maintain the Free Fare Zone through downtown Calgary. The Zone serves as a vital driver of vibrancy and business activity, connecting workers and visitors to businesses across the downtown core.
Release: Albertans overwhelmingly concerned international conflicts and trade disputes could impact economy, personal finances
Over the past year, Albertans and Canadians have experienced the fragile nature of global supply chains. New data underscores the scale of concern: 87 per cent of Albertans are worried about the impact of global conflicts on the Canadian economy and 78 per cent on their personal finances.
Submission: 2026 Federal Pre-Budget Consultation
Budget 2026 is an opportunity to move from infrastructure in waiting to infrastructure in action, by accelerating implementation, improving policy certainty and ensuring Canada is positioned as a competitive destination for capital and talent.
Statement: Calgary Chamber deeply concerned by prospect of Alberta leaving Canada
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is deeply concerned by the announcement that a separation question will appear on the Fall 2026 referendum ballot.
Release: Calgary business optimism recovers, but demand and cost-related challenges rise
After business confidence dipped to a three-year low in Q4 2025, Calgary businesses are reporting a modest rebound in optimism to start 2026. While sentiment is improving, new and persistent cost pressures are reshaping the business environment.
Statement: Calgary Chamber applauds Canada-Alberta MOU Implementation Agreement
The Calgary Chamber welcomes today’s announcement highlighting significant progress on the Canada-Alberta MOU, including commitments related to the industrial carbon price, the Pathways carbon capture and storage project and the advancement of a bitumen pipeline to the west coast.
Statement: Calgary Chamber applauds federal plans to reform processes for major projects
The Calgary Chamber welcomes the federal government’s announcement to commit to significant policy, regulatory and legislative reforms aimed at accelerating Canada’s ability to develop major projects.
2026 Spring Economic Update: What you need to know
The Spring Economic Update continues the government’s overall strategy to address affordability challenges and boost economic growth through capital attraction and labour force development.
Statement: Calgary Chamber welcomes progress on competitiveness in Spring Economic Update; calls for further action
The Calgary Chamber of Commerce welcomes the targeted investments in labour force development and capital attraction outlined in the federal government’s Spring Economic Update. We encourage the federal government to complement these measures by reducing regulatory barriers and project approval timelines.
Release: Boosting workforce inclusivity could add $200 billion to the Canadian economy
Amid stalling economic growth and fluctuating employment rates caused by shifting trade dynamics and geopolitics, Canada’s labour market has the potential to grow by prioritizing workforce inclusivity.
Statement: Calgary Chamber welcomes launch of the Build Communities Strong Fund
We are pleased to see the official launch of the Build Communities Strong Fund included within Budget 2025 and the $1.9 billion allocated to Alberta within the provincial stream.
