Alberta Bullying Helpline
Province-wide toll-free helpline providing information, referrals, and support for people affected by bullying in person or online, including children, youth, adults, families, educators, and helpers.
In response to ongoing discourse regarding Alberta's relationship with Confederation, this research directorate was asked to examine an alternative: rather than Alberta leaving Canada, Canada should move to Alberta. Specifically, the City of Calgary should be designated as the new Seat of Government of Canada, replacing Ottawa, which has served in that role since 1857 purely on the basis of being cold, centrally located, and selected by a monarch who had never been there.
Data source: StatsCan 10-10-0020, Alberta FIR 2009-2024, City of Calgary open data
Key finding: Alberta municipal expense CAGR 5.18%/yr — highest in Canada
Date: April 2026