Alberta Inflation

• Alberta’s annual inflation rate tumbles in April, lowest west of Atlantic Canada

  The annual inflation rate in Alberta took a big dip in April, driven by lower energy prices, but the inflation rate for groceries was higher, led by increasing beef prices.

  Economy

  May 20, 2025
  
• Christmas dinner is getting more expensive — here’s how shoppers are trying to cope

  Many consumers say the increasing cost of preparing a fancy Christmas dinner is forcing them to change their shopping habits.

  Consumer

  Dec 17, 2024
  
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• Alberta condo owners petition province to be included in electricity rebate

  'Probably half of the condo owners in the province have not been getting any rebates, so we don't think that's fair.'

  Consumer

  Feb 3, 2023
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• Calgary Food Bank demand high, wait time weeks long in face of food inflation

  As food prices rise, so does demand for the Calgary Food Bank to the highest levels it's seen in 40 years.

  Consumer

  Jan 17, 2023
• Details on Alberta’s affordability payments expected ‘soon’

  Support is supposed to be on the way, but Albertans looking to get financial relief promised by the province for the new year will have to wait before they can apply.

  Canada

  Jan 2, 2023
• Affordability measures coming to Albertans in the new year, along with changes to CPP and EI contributions

  Inflation relief, announced in Premier Danielle Smith’s televised address near the end of November, should come in January.

  Consumer

  Dec 30, 2022
• Alberta introduces bill for $2.8B in inflation-fighting payouts, rollbacks

  Affordability Minister Matt Jones says the changes allow for help for families, seniors and the vulnerable soon.

  Politics

  Dec 7, 2022
• Inflation making it harder for some Edmontonians to get out and have fun: Economist

  The price of groceries and gas has gone up, something which for many people means discretionary spending is down. Some say it is now harder to have fun as a result.

  Consumer

  Oct 14, 2022
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• Alberta government to provide financial relief for continuing care residents

  Alberta said residents' accommodations will only increase by 3.2 per cent during this time period, compared to this year's rate of 5.5 per cent.

  Health

  Jul 27, 2022
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• Kenney suggests details on inflation support could come next week

  Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has indicated his United Conservative government will reveal details next week about additional support to help people deal with high inflation.

  Canada

  Jul 3, 2022