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    Minister Matt Jones

    Matt Jones was sworn in as Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade on June 9, 2023.

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Mandate letter

The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.

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Our responsibilities

Leading efforts to grow Alberta’s economy by supporting Alberta’s entrepreneurs and employers, promoting trade and investment, helping recruit and retain workers, leading child care and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces by:

  • Jobs: helping attract skilled workers and establishing and enforcing Alberta’s employment standards and laws governing the health and safety of Alberta’s workplaces
  • Economy: supporting Alberta entrepreneurs, businesses and communities to drive growth and job creation
  • Regional development: supporting the unique economic development needs of Alberta’s various regions
  • Trade and investment: attracting investment, promoting trade and supporting Alberta businesses’ abilities to access new markets
  • Child care: supporting a sustainable child-care system that provides accessible, high-quality, affordable and inclusive child care for Alberta families

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Key information

In focus

Affordable, friendly and rich in opportunity, Alberta is the answer to building your future.

Bursaries are available for students training for jobs that are in demand in northern Alberta.

Economic development

We’re working with partners across the province to encourage economic growth, support the success of Alberta entrepreneurs and job creators, and promote the development of Alberta’s primary and emerging sectors.

Economic dashboard

Discover a wealth of vital economic information at your fingertips.

Film and television tax credit

Tax credit supports medium and large-scale productions filming in Alberta.

Latest news

  • Dec 6, 2024

    MLAs will embark on a series of cross-border tours to the U.S. to engage with lawmakers and participate in conferences throughout the month of December.

  • Nov 29, 2024

    Alberta’s government is introducing the Alberta Industry Skills Grant pilot to address skills shortages and meet workforce needs in some of Alberta’s fastest-growing industries.  

  • Nov 27, 2024

    Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade Matt Jones will promote Alberta’s trade and investment opportunities in the Philippines and Indonesia from Nov. 29 to Dec. 7.

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