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Opinion: Alberta post-secondaries can drive the economy forward We live in precarious times. Canada’s newly elected prime minister was in Washington this week. Although the prime minister reports constructive discussions, President Trump does not appear ready to stand down on punishing tariffs, and no country is more vulnerable than Canada. We send 75 per cent of our exports to the U.S., and 30 per cent of those exports consist of oil and gas, primarily from Alberta.
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We live in precarious times. Canada’s newly elected prime minister was in Washington this week. Although the prime minister reports constructive discussions, President Trump does not appear ready to stand down on punishing tariffs, and no country is more vulnerable than Canada. We send 75 per cent of our exports to the U.S., and 30 per cent of those exports consist of oil and gas, primarily from Alberta.
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As one of the most trade-dependent advanced economies globally, much of our wealth relies on trade with the United States. Yet, notwithstanding these external pressures, Alberta has the people, the resources, and the institutions to shape a strong and resilient future.
What role can post-secondary institutions play in navigating this generational challenge? Our institutions educate the next generation and produce the research that fuels economic and social development. As Canada seeks to build long-term resilience, the role our institutions can play has never been more critical.
The good news is that Canada has everything the world needs: energy, food, natural resources, and — most importantly — a highly educated workforce. With 63 per cent of Canadians aged 25 to 64 having completed post-secondary education, Canada leads the world in educational attainment.
Amid global turmoil, we must capitalize on our competitive advantages. It starts with our people. Maintaining our position as the most educated workforce in the world is key to Canada’s economic future.
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