Recently, a new recovery community opened in Calgary. This new facility provides holistic, long-term treatment for individuals pursuing recovery from addiction. It adds 74 beds and will help up to 300 Albertans each year. Calgary is the fourth of 11 recovery communities to open, with other communities operating in Lethbridge, Red Deer, and Gunn. All 11 communities, which include five in partnership with Indigenous communities, are expected to be complete by 2027. These recovery communities are giving people struggling with addiction a real chance to rebuild their lives and reconnect with family.
Alberta is facing growing financial challenges as global economic uncertainty affects Q1 projections. The first quarter update projects the 2025-26 deficit will reach $6.5 billion, up $1.3 billion from Budget 2025’s forecast. The most significant factor in the deficit growth is related to a 38 percent decline of natural resource revenue, which has decreased from its peak of $25.2 billion in 2022-23 to a forecast of $15.7 billion in 2025-26.
Alberta is also facing added pressure from a growing population, projected to increase 2.4 percent in 2025-26. Other external factors including lower oil prices, tariff threats, and slowing global growth, impact the province’s bottom line. Despite these challenges, Alberta remains committed to prioritizing essential services such as health care and education, while keeping everyday costs like childcare, utilities, and housing affordable for families.
The province continues to engage with federal partners to ensure Alberta’s fiscal interests are protected, key industries are supported, and critical infrastructure is built. Despite external shocks, Alberta’s economy remains resilient. Its real GDP is forecast to lead Canada, and the private sector continues to perform strongly with investment, construction, and labour market activity supporting stability.
Alberta’s government is working on a broader strategy to further diversify the economy, reduce vulnerability to oil price swings and trade disruptions, and build a stronger, more resilient Alberta.
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MLA – Calgary West Mike Ellis proudly serves the following Communities: Aspen Estates, Aspen Woods, Christie Park, Discovery Ridge, Signal Hill, Springbank Hill, Strathcona
