Speech from the Throne

Implementing targeted inflation-relief and affordability measures to support all Albertans

Extending the energy price protection and reviewing the electricity-pricing system to look at lowering costs for power transmission and distribution

Providing additional support for foodbanks and helping low-income Albertans with the cost of transit

Providing additional support and indexing benefits for vulnerable Albertans

Indexing personal income taxes

Creating conditions to grow industries, businesses and job opportunities

Enhancing trade infrastructure and agreements

Reducing barriers to interprovincial trade for agriculture and food production

Continued leadership in hydrogen and petrochemicals and development in helium, lithium, liquefied natural gas, geothermal energy and minerals

Providing clear and environmentally responsible direction for developing tourism amenities such as campgrounds, trails and other attractions

Developing strategies to address labour market gaps

Enhance funding to engage with minority communities and support anti-racism initiatives

Taking action to improve health care delivery and health outcomes

Restoring local decision-making closer to point-of-care and directing more resources to frontline care

Improving EMS response times and cut emergency wait times

Improving access to primary care and address staffing challenges, especially in rural areas

Reducing wait times for surgeries

Expanding supports for mental health and addictions, including for schools and families

Defending Alberta’s rights under the Canadian constitution

Accessing federal funding, without strings, to meet Albertan’s needs, values and priorities

Pushing back against federal programs that create hardships for farmers and ranchers

Developing stronger relationships with other provinces and territories for areas of cooperation and mutual economic prosperity