AB Crown Lands Study 2021 Technical Report.

Deep regional participation modeling and expenditure data provide the evidence-based foundation required to inform sound land-use policy and infrastructure investment. This dataset is the primary tool for stakeholders to quantify the economic significance of outdoor recreation as a pillar of future prosperity.

Industry non-negotiables for the federal election center on the extension of wage and rent subsidies through the 2022 summer season. Advocacy focuses on reducing aviation taxes and streamlining visa processes to rebuild international market access and provincial competitiveness.

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AB Crown Lands Economic Impact quantifies a $2.8 billion GDP contribution and advocates for a paradigm shift in how the government views and supports the outdoor recreation economy. A management transition is required to prioritize recreation as a key industry capable of fueling sustainable, long-term economic growth.

Quantifies the untapped economic potential of  Alberta’s public lands, documenting billions in annual trip-related  expenditures. Establishes the technical baseline for viewing Crown land  recreation as a prioritized industry for sustainable provincial growth.

Study Overview

Geographic and economic modeling captures a $2.8 billion impact that currently supports 36,000 full-time equivalent jobs across Alberta. Identifying the sector as a massive untapped resource, it makes a compelling case for increased government investment to secure our natural heritage.