2025 – Economy of Alberta

Alberta’s Housing Crisis Explained: Why Prices Are Soaring Despite Record Construction

Executive Summary Alberta is building at near‑record levels, yet affordability is deteriorating because population growth has outrun completions and much of the pipeline consists of multi‑family projects with long lead…

Bored-Economist December 7, 2025

Articles Business & Entrepreneurship

The 2025-2026 Guide to Launching Your Business in Alberta

The 2025-2026 Guide to Launching Your Business in Alberta A Comprehensive Playbook for Incorporation, Funding, Hiring, and Growth Table of Contents Executive Summary & Introduction Understanding Alberta’s Business Environment Business…

Bored-Economist December 5, 2025

Articles Job Market & Employment

The Alberta Job Market Outlook for Late 2025: Opportunities, Salaries, and Strategic Considerations

1. Executive Summary The Alberta job market in late 2025 presents a compelling and complex picture of rapid growth paired with structural labour imbalances. The province continues to lead Canada…

Bored-Economist December 2, 2025

Articles Energy & Commodities

How Oil Prices Affect Your Wallet in Alberta in 2025 so far

1. Introduction & Executive Overview Alberta’s economy is defined by its deep connection to the global crude oil market, serving as Canada's largest producer. This link means global commodity price…

Bored-Economist November 28, 2025

Articles Cost of Living & Personal Finance

Cost of Living in Calgary vs Edmonton, Canada: The Definitive Comparison

1. Executive Summary 1.1 Key Takeaways FactorCalgary (The Hub)Edmonton (The Capital)Key DifferenceBenchmark Home Price (SFD)Approx. $700,000Approx. $500,000Calgary is 40% higherAverage Rent (1-BR, Unfurnished)Approx. $1,613/monthApprox. $1,339/monthEdmonton is ~$275/month cheaperTotal Monthly CoL…

Bored-Economist November 26, 2025

Articles Economic Analysis

Alberta Economic Overview 2025: A Crossroads of Energy and Diversification

1. Introduction Alberta's economy stands at a crossroads in late 2025. With an estimated Nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of around $365 billion and historically maintaining the highest GDP per…

Bored-Economist November 26, 2025