Alberta economy steadies with oil sands pillar and diversification
Alberta's economy remains steady as oil sands projects anchor growth while high tech and biotech firms diversify. Oberg says growth will slow from 6.9 percent but oil sands provide five to ten year stability amid rising capital costs and large project commitments. Budget notes show a strong surplus and increased capital funding for education health and infrastructure.
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Alberta teachers link nurse contract talks to funding fight
ATA president Bruseker notes teachers eye nurses as model for bargaining while seeking more education funding. He cites a potential 7.7 percent annual rise for nurses and urges a Saskatoon like bi level bargaining setup. He warns on unfunded pension liability and stresses classroom aid shortages and larger classes.
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