I’m honoured to have been appointed as Alberta’s Minister of Public Safety and Emergencies on October 24, 2022. Having been a police officer for 12 years with the Calgary Police Service prior to entering public life, I know firsthand the importance of maintaining and improving public safety. In my new role, I will continue to work closely with the Alberta Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions.
A strong economy is important for the prosperity of Albertans. People recognize that Alberta provides a climate that encourages businesses to invest and grow. Throughout 2022, we have seen an acceleration in diversification of companies and jobs through expansions and new investments. Our employment numbers over the third quarter increased by 4,600 from the second quarter, compared with Canada’s decrease of 49,200. Alberta’s remarkable job growth has been fuelled, in part, by an uptick in net migration, as workers flock to the province in unprecedented levels. In the second quarter of 2022, Alberta saw the highest net inflow of interprovincial migrants in the country, with a net gain of 9,857 people. Most of these migrants came from Ontario (6,281), Manitoba (1,305), and British Columbia (1,090). Over the same period, Alberta welcomed 25,026 international residents. This is good news for our business community, which has identified labour shortages as an area of concern. Strong housing starts allows our province to continue to accommodate new residents and provide more opportunities for Albertans looking to enter the housing market. Housing starts increased by 19.9% whereas starts across Canada decreased by 4.1% during the same period.
I invite you to continue to contact my constituency office should you need assistance with matters pertaining to provincial oversight. I remain committed to presenting your views to the Alberta government. Thank you, Calgary-West constituents for your support!
You Are Invited!
Calgary-West Constituency Open House
December 2, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Unit 222, 333 Aspen Glen Landing
May the spirit of Christmas fill your lives with love, hope, positivity, and joy. I wish you a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a healthy, happy New Year.
Mike Ellis MLA, Calgary-West
MLA – Calgary West Mike Ellis proudly serves the following Communities: Aspen Estates, Aspen Woods, Christie Park, Discovery Ridge, Signal Hill, Springbank Hill, Strathcona
