CALGARY – The Alberta NDP has released the first look at its economic plan, Good Jobs and a Better Economy, outlining what an Alberta NDP government would do to create good jobs, help Albertans get ahead, and ensure government is focused on the long-term growth, stability and economic leadership Alberta needs to succeed.
For seven years, Danielle Smith and the UCP have governed without a serious economic plan. Their vision has amounted to a pipeline route proposed by the Alberta NDP, not the one they fought for, and special treatment for foreign billionaires' data centres. As the global economy changes and technology and automation transforms the way people work, the UCP has failed to prepare Alberta workers, businesses, and communities for what's ahead.
Albertans are paying the price now through higher unemployment, labour shortages in critical sectors, stagnant wages, rising costs, and increasing pressure on public services. Without a serious strategy to prepare workers and grow the industries of the future, Alberta risks falling even further behind as other jurisdictions compete for investment, talent, and good jobs.
“Albertans deserve better. The Alberta NDP believe in an Alberta where you can find a good job, build a career, support your family, and get ahead,” said Naheed Nenshi, Leader of the Alberta NDP. “Unlike Danielle Smith and the UCP, who have been consumed by political fights, distractions, waste, and mismanagement, we have a practical plan to create opportunity, attract investment, grow the economy, and ensure prosperity is shared by the people who help create it.”
Good Jobs and A Better Economy is built on three pillars:
- Creating Good Jobs Now and in the Future
Albertans should be able to count on hard work creating opportunity. Alberta's NDP will create good jobs now and in the future by building a more resilient economy, helping Alberta businesses grow, creating jobs in fast-growing sectors, creating more value here at home, growing rural Alberta, and attracting investment and head offices.
- Ensuring Prosperity for All Albertans
Alberta's success should create opportunity for everyone. Alberta's NDP will help more Albertans get ahead by protecting workers and wages, building Alberta's workforce, and growing the economy while protecting the environment.
- Being Responsible Stewards of Albertans' Money
Albertans expect their government to use their tax dollars wisely and focus on the priorities that matter most. Alberta's NDP will make every tax dollar count by providing stability and certainty, and by ensuring strong public services that support long-term economic growth.
“Good Jobs and A Better Economy is the result of extensive consultation and conversations with workers, businesses, industry leaders, stakeholders, and Albertans from across the province.” said Court Ellingson, Alberta NDP Shadow Minister of Finance. “It reflects the priorities we heard across Alberta: creating good jobs, growing the economy, attracting investment, and helping more people get ahead. It is also a plan for the future, ensuring Alberta is ready to compete for the jobs, industries, and opportunities that will drive the next generation of economic growth.”
“The Alberta NDP is ready to get to work delivering the economic leadership Albertans deserve.”
To read Good Jobs and A Better Economy please visit: albertandp.ca/economy
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