Government is undergoing a transition, including ministry changes. New ministry and cabinet information can be found on the Cabinet page.
Key services
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Reports on road conditions, construction, major incidents and weather alerts that could affect travel on Alberta highways.
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Safety, rules, regulations and permits for commercial transportation.
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Information about driver's licences, practice knowledge tests, preparing for road tests and becoming a driver.
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Financial assistance programs for municipal governments and organizations.
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Information about Alberta’s transportation network.
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Technical resources and specifications for transportation contractors.
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Resources for businesses that want to bid on transportation construction tenders and contracts.
In focus
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Cabinet ministers are in charge of specific government ministries and are responsible for policy matters and issues related to the day-to-day operation of government. -
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Commercial driver training
Learn about mandatory driver training, driver’s licence endorsements, and driver improvement courses for commercial drivers.
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Commercial carrier pre-entry requirements
Enhanced requirements for new and existing commercial trucking companies come into effect in 2019.
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Motorcycle safety
Now that the snow is gone, it’s time to think about motorcycle safety. When motorcycles crash, their riders lack the protection of an enclosed vehicle, and are more likely to be injured or killed. Share the road and give motorcyclists the space they need.
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Minister Ric McIver
Ric McIver was appointed Minister of Transportation and Deputy House Leader on April 30, 2019.
Our responsibilities
The ministry consists of the Department of Transportation and the Alberta Transportation Safety Board (ATSB).
The department promotes a vital and diverse economy by:
- managing transportation safety
- supporting municipalities with public transportation and water/wastewater facilities
- expanding and enhancing a well-integrated transportation system and enabling market access
- preserving and developing the provincial highway network and water management infrastructure
The ATSB:
- holds driver conduct hearings
- hears appeals of driver, vehicle, commercial carrier and railway safety decisions
- provides policy feedback and recommendations on Traffic Safety Act implementation and enforcement
Ministry information
Publications
- Annual reports
- Budget documents
- Business plans
- Ministry publications
- Provincial Construction Program
Resources
Featured News
- May 16, 2019
Transportation Minister Ric McIver issued the following statement marking Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month:
- May 03, 2019
The Government of Alberta is appointing lawyer Martin Ignasiak to assess opportunities to expedite construction of the Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir.
- May 02, 2019
On Saturday, May 4, volunteer groups will walk the highways during the Government of Alberta’s annual highway cleanup.