Consumer's guide for newcomers

Service Alberta has developed a handbook called Welcome to Alberta: A Consumer's Guide for Newcomers to help people new to the province understand their consumer rights and how to obtain services such as getting a driver's licence and renting a home. 

New rules for bare land condos

Legislation governing condominiums has been passed to help protect bare land condo owners from large assessments to repair and maintain managed property. 

Connecting rural Alberta

Eligible households in rural central Alberta will now have access to high-speed Internet by satellite through the Alberta government’s plan to connect at least 98 per cent of Albertans.

View the news release and webcast of the announcement by Premier Alison Redford and Service Alberta Minister Manmeet S. Bhullar.

Read more about  the government's Final Mile Rural Connectivity Initiative to provide fast and affordable Internet to Albertans in unserved parts of the province.

Find out whether you are eligible for Central Satellite Service.

Alberta 2012 birth statistics


Albertans delivered a record-breaking number of babies  in 2012. View the top 10 names for boys and girls for previous years, and download the Alberta Baby Names app for free for the iPhone, iPad or Android devices. 

 

Programs and Services

For People

Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service

A service for landlords and tenants to resolve serious disputes outside of court.

Queen's Printer

Provides access to Alberta's legislation, standards, codes, selected department publications, and specialty items that feature the distinctive symbols of Alberta.

Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA)

The Utilities Consumer Advocate is the voice of small consumers in Alberta's electricity and gas markets.

For Businesses

More business resources

Surplus Sales

Outlets in Calgary and Edmonton that sell government assets through public auctions or public tender.

Alberta SuperNet

Alberta's high-speed broadband network, operating in thousands of facilities in 429 communities.

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News

Last updated: May 22, 2013 15:00

Liam and Emma top baby names for 2012

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Province's condominium consultation ends this week

Albertans recognized for consumer protection work

Province extends condominium consultation

Government cautions consumers about prepaid contractor

Albertans' input sought to improve condominium living

More Albertans to get access to high-speed Internet

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Redford government launches online expense disclosure for cabinet and senior officials

Government charges job recruiters in Edmonton

New Whistleblower legislation protects public sector employees, makes Alberta a leader in Canada

Alberta government salutes champions of consumer rights

Bhullar applauds federal regulation of prepaid credit cards

New penalties for health, safety and trade violations will improve compliance and protect Albertans

Bhullar encouraged by CRTC's decision to consult on regulating high wireless roaming charges

Alberta to lead the country on expense tranparency and reporting

Government implements tougher rules to protect job seekers

Accountability, Transparency and Transformation Minister leads initiative to bolster transparency of expenditures

All government services affected by Shaw Court fire now fully restored

Most services restored; work progressing on motor vehicles and land titles following Shaw Court fire

Additional services restored following Shaw Court fire

Province bringing affected services back online after fire

Shaw Court fire has ongoing impacts on services to Albertans

Bhullar to bring ideas about innovations on open data back to Alberta

New West Partnership streamlines business registration across the West

Government investigation leads to contractor's conviction

Provincial and federal governments simplify benefit application process for parents of newborns

Consumers advised to be wary of pavement contractor

Government improves vulnerable Albertans' energy choices

High-speed Internet coming to unserved rural areas

Compensation fund provides greater protection for automotive consumers

Government toughens rules to protect job seekers

Government investigations lead to contractor convictions

Royal newlywed tour of Alberta inspires baby names in 2011

Eight Albertans named 2011 consumer protection champions

Connecting rural households to high-speed Internet

Alberta government ensures gift cards keep their value

Alberta honours veterans with new motorcycle plate

New Cabinet team focused on Albertans' priorities

Alberta Consumer Champions Awards submissions welcome

Alberta time share operation faces numerous charges

Consumers cautioned about power saving device

Albertans advised to do homework before signing a campsite lease

New home builder facing charges

Consumers warned about local contractors

Payday lender ordered to stop charging extra fees for cash cards

Home inspection regulation protects Alberta homebuyers