"When we talk about Alberta's business competitiveness, there are a number of influencing factors beyond simply tax rates," says ACC President and CEO Ken Kobly. "These latest survey results show that electricity and natural gas costs are a key concern for job creators, and therefore a key opportunity for improving competitiveness."
Given ongoing municipal budget pressures, 83 percent of business operators would like to see their municipality decrease expenditures to balance its budget. In contrast, only 17 per cent of business owners would prefer to see property taxes increased.
