One of the most persistent myths about the referendum is that a more self-determined Alberta would somehow be economically fragile. The reality is the opposite: Alberta enters this conversation from a position of genuine strength.
Alberta consistently ranks among the most productive economies in the country, with high average earnings, a young and skilled workforce, and industries that the whole world relies on — from energy and agriculture to technology and logistics.
A foundation of real strength
Economic strength isn’t just about today’s output. It’s about resilience — the ability to weather change and keep creating opportunity. Alberta’s combination of resources, talent, and entrepreneurial culture gives it exactly that kind of foundation.
- A young, skilled, and growing workforce.
- World-class energy, agriculture, and technology sectors.
- High average incomes and strong productivity.
- A culture that rewards hard work and enterprise.
A stronger Alberta doesn’t mean fewer opportunities. Keeping and reinvesting more of what we earn means more room to grow.
More control, more opportunity
When a province keeps more of what it generates and makes more of its own economic decisions, it has more tools to invest in jobs, training, and the industries of the future. That’s the practical promise of a YES vote: not a step backward, but more room to build.
It connects directly to fiscal fairness — the billions Albertans send out each year that could be reinvested here. Read Keeping More. Building More. for the numbers.
Building the next generation of jobs
The goal is a diversified, resilient economy that creates good jobs for young Albertans and keeps talent close to home. With more control over its own future, Alberta is better positioned to invest in exactly that.
See how the pieces fit together in Why Vote YES.
Frequently Asked Questions
Would the economy be weaker after a YES vote?
Alberta enters from a position of strength, with high productivity and world-class industries. A YES vote begins a negotiated process focused on stability and continuity.
What happens to jobs?
A clear plan would focus on protecting jobs, attracting investment, expanding trade, and giving Alberta greater control over its own economic decisions.
How does this connect to fiscal fairness?
Keeping and reinvesting more of what Albertans already earn — rather than sending billions out each year — creates more room to invest in jobs and opportunity at home.