A new forecast from the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers showing sluggish growth and energy investment isn't deterring some Alberta energy companies from continuing to try and make a go of it.

The 2019 economic outlook for Calgary and Alberta shows challenges ahead, especially when it comes to job creation and energy investment.

ATB Financial says it expects the worst of the energy downturn to be over and Alberta to emerge from a two-year recession caused by the collapse of oil prices.