Time for a sales tax? As Alberta deficit grows, so do calls to diversify oil-dependent economy
Article content CALGARY — For generations, all the way back to Peter Lougheed in the 1970s, Alberta has attempted to diversify its economy. But the fortunes of the oil and gas-producing province continue to rise and fall with energy prices. Alberta Finance Minister Travis Toews will unveil the province’s budget for the next year on Thursday, once again depend heavily on rising energy prices. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or Time for a sales tax? As Alberta deficit grows, so do calls to diversify oil-dependent economy Back to video Now ther...