Quality of life

Alberta is one of the best provinces in which to live, work and visit. Albertans enjoy a superior quality of life for a number of reasons:

One of the strongest economies in Canada with countless business and career opportunities

  • Alberta's favourable business environment encourages investment and allows companies and industries to compete and succeed.
  • Low taxes, skilled workforce and modern infrastructure provide additional advantages.
  • Alberta businesses benefit from having among the lowest corporate income taxes in Canada.
  • There are no general payroll or capital taxes.

An affordable cost of living 

  • Albertans pay low personal income taxes.
  • Alberta has the lowest top marginal income tax rate and the highest basic and spousal deductions in Canada.
  • Alberta is the only province with no provincial sales tax.
  • Albertans benefit from having among the lowest taxes on gasoline.
  • Albertans pay among the lowest property taxes in Canada.

A sophisticated healthcare environment

Albertans enjoy a publicly administered and funded healthcare system that guarantees universal access to necessary hospital and medical services.

  • Alberta maintains a sophisticated healthcare environment through leading-edge research, technology and clinical skills.
  • Alberta provides many health services in addition to those required under the Canada Health Act.
  • The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan  gives Alberta residents full coverage. Albertans do not pay for medically necessary procedures or physician fees.

Albertans’ quality of life is also influenced by:

  • World-class education facilities
  • Low crime
  • Clean air and water
  • Stunning scenery