Alberta’s President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Nate Horner, Minister of Affordability and Utilities Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Technology and Innovation Nate Glubish, and Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction Dale Nally have been tasked with prioritizing affordability, cutting red tape and improving government efficiency to ensure every tax dollar is invested wisely.

“We’re focused on results, not bureaucracy. These mandate letters keep life affordable, cut red tape and demand disciplined spending. Every tax dollar will be invested wisely to protect essential services, grow prosperity and get the job done for Albertans.”

Danielle Smith, Premier

Treasury Board and Finance

The Premier tasks Minister Horner with:

  • Keeping Alberta’s finances disciplined by holding non-emergency spending growth below inflation plus population.
  • Growing the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund to at least $35 billion by 2027 to secure long-term prosperity for future generations.
  • Maintaining Alberta’s position as the province with the lowest net-debt-to-GDP ratio in Canada.
  • Completing the regulatory framework for the new Automobile Insurance Act and launching the Care-First insurance model by Jan. 1, 2027.
  • Reviewing government grants and financial tools to ensure efficiency, transparency and alignment with Alberta’s priorities, including exploring equity stakes where appropriate.
  • Strengthening oversight and accountability across government through improved procurement practices, major-agreement review processes, and ongoing evaluation of ATB Financial’s long-term viability and role in supporting Albertans, investment and the economy.

“We’re taking a disciplined, forward-looking approach to Alberta’s finances – keeping spending focused, protecting essential services and ensuring every taxpayer dollar is spent well. Our goal is to strengthen Alberta’s finances and keep our province well-positioned for long-term growth and opportunity.”

Nate Horner, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance

Affordability and Utilities

The Premier tasks Minister Neudorf with:

  • Continuing to aggressively fight the federal government’s so-called Clean Electricity Regulation (CER) until it is repealed. Pursuant to the Alberta Sovereignty Within a United Canada Act motion passed by the legislature in 2024, using any and all legal and policy tools at the government’s disposal.
  • Continuing the implementation of a clear policy framework and contingency planning to ensure a sufficient level of reliable base load generation in Alberta in the event the CER remains in place.
  • Completing legislative and regulatory implementation of Alberta’s Restructured Energy Market and other regulatory reforms to deliver a more reliable grid and stable, affordable electricity prices.
  • Working with the minister of Technology and Innovation to ensure Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centre proponents that have ‘bring your own power’ generation projects are fast-tracked through the required regulatory processes, while ensuring the integrity and reliability of Alberta’s power grid.
  • Addressing regional rate disparities and supporting infrastructure projects that strengthen grid reliability and lower costs for Albertans.
  • Advancing the development of a nuclear roadmap and regulatory framework, based on engagement, to attract investment and diversify the province’s energy mix.

“Albertans deserve affordable, reliable power. From modernizing the power grid and exploring nuclear power to fighting punitive federal policies and addressing distribution rate disparity, I’ll keep working hard for an energy future that’s brighter, stronger and more affordable for all Albertans.”

Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Affordability and Utilities

Technology and Innovation

The Premier tasks Minister Glubish with:

  • Implementing Alberta’s AI data centre attraction strategy, combining strong investment attractiveness with stable, affordable electricity and fair returns for Albertans.
  • Developing an intellectual property (IP) strategy enabling the province to take an ownership interest in ventures, technologies, research and IP developed with taxpayer dollars.
  • Launching the province’s digital strategy, ensuring Albertans’ security and privacy are at the core while accelerating the adoption of technology and innovation to deliver better, faster, smarter services, making Alberta the most modern and innovative jurisdiction in Canada.
  • Continuing to ensure Albertans have access to reliable, high-speed internet. 
  • Ensuring Alberta is the destination of choice for innovators and entrepreneurs, and encouraging technology commercialization to create more jobs and investment and further diversify Alberta's economy.

“Alberta’s tech sector is growing faster than ever, and we’re just getting started. With this new mandate, I’m committed to making Alberta the most innovative province in Canada. By launching our digital strategy, attracting world-class AI data centres, and unlocking the value of Alberta-made intellectual property, we’re building a future where technology drives better services, stronger communities, and new opportunities for every Albertan.”

Nate Glubish, Minister of Technology and Innovation

Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

The Premier tasks Minister Nally with:

  • Reducing administrative red tape and improving operational efficiency across government, including collaboration with Independent Officers of the Legislature.
  • Applying the ‘Automatic Yes’ policy framework to all applicable permitting overseen by the Ministry of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction.
  • Working with the ministers of Primary and Preventative Health Services, Hospital and Surgical Health Services, and Technology and Innovation to incorporate personal health numbers onto Albertans’ driver’s licences and ID cards.
  • Implementing a new Canadian citizenship identifier on driver’s licences and provincial ID cards, in coordination with the minister of Justice, to strengthen election security.
  • Ensuring Alberta’s provincial motto, Strong and Free, is imprinted on all new standard licence plates.

“Under Premier Danielle Smith’s leadership, we are going to continue cutting red tape and improving government services to make Alberta the best place in Canada to live, work and do business. This new mandate positions us to build on our progress to save Albertans and businesses time and money, all while keeping Alberta Strong and Free.”

Dale Nally, Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

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