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Minister Jason Copping
Jason Copping was appointed Minister of Labour and Immigration on April 30, 2019.
Parliamentary Secretary Muhammad Yaseen
Muhammad Yaseen was appointed Parliamentary Secretary of Immigration on April 30, 2019.
- Biography

The ministry protects workers’ rights by regulating Alberta’s workplaces and ensuring Alberta’s labour legislation is fair and modern.

The ministry also works to ensure that Alberta has a skilled workforce and an efficient labour market to support a thriving and diverse economy.

Agencies we’re responsible for:

Alberta is improving the foreign credential assessment process to help underemployed newcomers fully contribute to our economy.

Maintains budgets at record levels for health and education, and focuses on getting Alberta back to work.

A new job creation student wage of $13/hour for students under 18 came into effect June 26, 2019.

Employers are required to have a committee or representative to address health and safety concerns in the workplace.

Mar 25, 2020
Apply for emergency isolation support now
MyAlberta is now receiving emergency isolation support applications from working Albertans who are self-isolating or who are the sole caregivers for someone in self-isolation.
Mar 02, 2020
Reducing barriers for skilled newcomers
The opening of the new Fairness for Newcomers Office will ensure newcomers can leverage their education and experience to reach their full potential and help grow the economy.
Dec 13, 2019
Streamlined rules for workplace committees
Requirements and training will be streamlined for workplace health and safety committees and worker representatives.