“Budget 2022 makes targeted investments to give Albertans the tools we need to move forward toward a prosperous and sustainable future.” The last time the province’s books were balanced was in 2014-15. What year was Alberta debt free? As illustrated, the Klein government began to ramp up spending considerably by 2003 as the province became […]
Category: Alberta
Are Doctors Self Employed Alberta?
50% of general practitioners and family physicians are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations. Are doctors in Canada self-employed? Doctors are self-employed, which means they can determine their own hours and work location, and they are responsible for paying their employees, for office space and other overhead expenses. Doctors earn money […]
How Big Is The Alberta Budget?
Revenues for fiscal year 2019-2020 are expected to be $50 billion. At the end of FY2018-2019 total revenue was $49.6 billion, which was “$2.3 billion higher than in 2017-18, and an increase of $1.7 billion from budget.” Revenues. 2018 2019 Total revenue 49,624 50,016 How much is Alberta’s budget? $62-billionAlberta legislature approves $62-billion budget for […]
How Much Does Alberta Spend On Education Per Student?
Using the most recent data collected (2019/20), Statistics Canada looked at actual school board operating expenditures from the audited financial statements of every school board in the country. This showed that Alberta school boards’ operating expenditures are $10,896 per student. How much does Alberta spend per student? This study finds that funding per student in […]
What Is The Second Biggest Lake In Alberta?
Alberta’s Largest Lakes Rank Lake Area (including islands) 1 Lake Athabasca 7,850 sq km (3,030 sq mi) 2 Lake Claire 1,436 sq km (554 sq mi) 3 Lesser Slave Lake 1,160 sq km (450 sq mi) 4 Bistcho Lake 426 sq km (164 sq mi) What is the No 1 lake in Alberta? 1. Lake […]
Can You Swim In Sturgeon Lake Alberta?
Williamson Provincial Park is found on the south shore of Sturgeon Lake, 17 km west of Valleyview on Hwy. 43 and 2 km north on an access road. Here you can go sailing, wind surfing, fishing or canoeing. Or enjoy the beach, go for a swim and spend evenings around the campfire. Is Sturgeon Lake […]
Can You Swim In Coal Lake Alberta?
The Coal Lake area in Alberta is a popular destination for visitors because of its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The lake is surrounded by forested hills and mountains, and there are many trails for hiking and biking. The lake is also a popular spot for fishing, boating, and swimming. Can you fish in Coal […]
How Deep Is The Water Table In Alberta?
Groundwater can be fresh, but the groundwater that is deeper than 150 metres runs the risk of being too saline to use as drinking water. It is estimated that there is approximately 40,000 km3 of groundwater in Alberta. How do I find out how deep the water table in my area? The USGS National Water […]
What Is The Alberta Government Doing About Climate Change?
Alberta will phase outcoal-powered electricity by the end of 2023, seven years ahead of the federal target. Methane emissions in Alberta will be reduced by 45% by 2025. Does Alberta have a climate change plan? Phase out coal-generated electricity by 2030 and generate 30 % of electricity from renewables by 2030; Introduce a cap on […]
How Many Glaciers Are In Alberta?
Glacierized Area Size Range (km2) Glacier Count (n) Glacier Area (km2) 0.5 − 1.0 116 83.3 1 − 10 124 334.9 10 − 40 14 274.6 Total 741 791.4 Are there any glaciers in Alberta? The icefields and mountain glaciers of Alberta are situated on the continental divide and the eastern slopes of the Canadian […]