Albertans’ perspectives are an important part of the budget process as the government sets financial priorities and supports the ever-increasing number of people choosing Alberta as home. Budget 2025 will continue the government’s responsible plan to support Albertans and strengthen health care and education. At the same time, it will make sure the economy is in a solid position to weather future storms.
Albertans can provide their thoughts and ideas on what matters to them and their community by filling out the Budget 2025 online survey, which will be available starting at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 3. They can also speak directly to President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Nate Horner during a telephone town hall on Wednesday, Dec. 4.
Alberta’s government collects feedback from businesses, municipalities, community groups, industry organizations and other stakeholders all year long. But they can also send budget submissions on behalf of their organizations through an online portal. All feedback will be shared with Minister Horner.
“Each year, I look forward to hearing from people across Alberta about their lives and how Budget 2025 can support them as we continue our hard work to make wise fiscal decisions to support our growing population.”
The online survey and submission portal will be live Tuesday, Dec. 3 until Sunday, Jan. 12. A telephone town hall will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Albertans with publicly listed phone numbers may receive a phone call or message inviting them to join. People can also listen online and type their questions during the live discussions. A link on the government website will go live at the start of the event and allow people to listen and participate online.
During public engagement for Budget 2024, the government received more than 160 submissions, including from close to 150 partners such as not-for-profit organizations and chambers of commerce, and from another 18 individuals. A total of 17,913 Albertans participated in last year’s budget survey, and 27,808 attended telephone town halls with the Minister.
Alberta’s budget must be released before the end of February each year.