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Alberta Budget: Winners, Losers, and What's Next
Alberta is prioritizing short-term pressures over long-term savings. Budget 2026 forecasts a $9.4 billion deficit as the province grapples with volatile oil revenues, increased spending, and a softer-than-expected energy price outlook. With record spending on healthcare, new and increased fees, and a pause on contributions to the Heritage Savings Trust Fund, Albertans are right to question if they'll actually see better outcomes.
This isn't your average budget recap episode. If you're looking to nerd out over spreadsheets, you'll be disappointed. We present real life budget implications -…
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