Alberta Offering $5,000 for Skilled Workers to Move There

Alberta Offering $5,000 for Skilled Workers to Move There
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith answers questions after making an announcement at a news conference in Calgary on Feb. 1, 2024. The Canadian Press/Todd Korol
Jennifer Cowan
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If you’re a skilled tradesperson looking for employment, Alberta has 5,000 reasons why you should consider working there.

The Alberta government will offer a one-time $5,000 refundable tax credit to newcomers who move to Alberta to work in high-demand trades jobs. The government is dedicating $10 million from this year’s budget to its Alberta is Calling attraction bonus.