COVID-19 Updates: Taking steps to return to normal.
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COVID-19 Updates: Taking steps to return to normal.
Government continues to focus on responsible resource development, market expansion, and job training for a skilled workforce that includes more under-represented groups.
This release was issued under a previous government.
All ministries are finding efficiencies to direct funding to the front line. This includes regulatory work that holds the energy industry accountable, market and industry development, including tourism, and skills training for a growing workforce that includes more Aboriginal people, youth and women.
“A wider mix of goods and services and a broader skilled workforce will diversify our economy for everyone’s long-term benefit. Environmental stewardship is indivisible from our international reputation and marketing success.”
“Energy remains a pillar of Alberta’s economy and is essential to our prosperity, now and in the future. We have tightened our belts and found internal efficiencies that will not impact front line regulatory work that holds the energy industry accountable to Albertans. We continue our focus on expanding market access for our energy resources and demonstrating through actions that we are a responsible energy producer.”
“Strong investment continues on priorities—responsible resource development and protecting communities from natural disaster through flood mitigation and wildfire management. We will continue to fill critical staff positions while looking for more innovative and efficient ways to serve Albertans.”
“Government will continue to invest in agricultural market access, research and innovation, environmental stewardship, industry development and food safety. Our approach is to manage costs and pressures while being more innovative and streamlined.”
“Training and skills development are critical to help individuals, industries and the province achieve success in a growing and diverse economy. We continue to invest in workplace health and safety, and initiatives that bring more people from under-represented groups into the workforce.”
“By focusing on priorities and core programs, we will continue to support Alberta’s cultural and tourism sectors. We are confident these sectors will respond with the same creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that made them vibrant contributors to Alberta’s economy and quality of life.”