Government mail service may be affected by the Canada Post labour disruption. Learn about how critical government mail will be handled.
Focused on what matters
Alberta’s government is taking a careful, disciplined approach to Budget 2026 to manage fiscal challenges and protect essential services.
What the budget means for you
Alberta's government is committed to making responsible choices for the benefit of all Albertans by controlling costs and setting clear priorities to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. Budget 2026 will focus on targeted investments in education, health care and our economy to keep our province moving forward.
- Investments in health care capacity, including hospital beds, health care professionals and critical services.
- Strengthening education by increasing funding to reduce class size and complexity, and supporting educators as they provide students with quality learning.
- Bolstering the economy by investing in industries, infrastructure and a skilled workforce.
Economic outlook
Alberta continues to face challenges from the shifting global economic landscape. The province’s economy is forecast to grow at a slower pace in 2026 as ongoing trade uncertainty following broad tariffs introduced by the U.S. last year and slower population growth weigh on activity. Despite the slowdown, Alberta is well-positioned and is expected to outperform the rest of the country this year.
Revenue
The Budget 2026 revenue forecast reflects the impacts and effects of global uncertainty on provincial revenue. Ongoing volatility in Canada-U.S. trade relations and softer global oil demand sentiment continues to impact all major revenue streams and reinforces the need for prudent fiscal planning.
Expense
The Government of Alberta is committed to fiscal responsibility, efficient delivery of public services, and focusing on Albertans’ priorities, while transforming our health care system, strengthening education and support to vulnerable Albertans, and keeping communities safe.
Capital Plan
With a total of $28.3 billion allocated over the next 3 years – $2.2 billion more than in Budget 2025 – the 2026 Capital Plan focuses on building communities and maintaining important public infrastructure that supports families and businesses.
Watch the news conference
Finance Minister Nate Horner provides details on Budget 2026.
News
- Mar 9, 2026
Budget 2026 funds 10 new school projects in Edmonton, bringing the total number of public school projects underway in the city to 37.
- Mar 6, 2026
Budget 2026 invests in major highway and bridge projects to reduce congestion, shorten commute times and expand vital transportation corridors.
- Mar 6, 2026
Minister of Forestry and Parks Todd Loewen issued the following statement on the start of Alberta’s 2026 wildfire season:
- Mar 5, 2026
Budget 2026, if passed, will fund 16 new school projects in smaller cities and rural communities, bringing the total number of rural school projects underway to 79.
- Mar 3, 2026
Budget 2026, if passed, will invest $13.8 billion to strengthen Alberta’s hospital and surgical services.
- Mar 2, 2026
Alberta’s government, through Budget 2026, is investing $59 million to advance cardiac and intensive care services in southern Alberta.
- Feb 27, 2026
Budget 2026 funds 14 new school projects in Calgary, bringing the total number of school projects underway in the city to 45.
- Feb 26, 2026
Budget 2026 focuses on what matters, makes disciplined choices and takes decisive action.
- Feb 26, 2026
Budget 2026 is focused on what matters most: strengthening education, improving health care and supporting Alberta’s most vulnerable.
- Feb 26, 2026
Budget 2026 is strengthening what matters – resilient communities, a diverse economy and opportunities that support jobs and grow the Alberta advantage.