But, after 18 months of economic recovery, the province remains divided between those who see it and those who do not. The gap between perception and reality is understandable following such a deep recession, and it will take some time to close. The big pictureI could summarize a wide variety of economic data:Employment (up 3.5 per cent from its bottom in the recession). Total wages, salaries and benefits paid to Alberta workers was $830 million more per month at the end of 2017 than at the bottom of the recession. Even if many do not yet feel it, Alberta's recovery is real and its economy is strong.

Source: CBC News May 02, 2018 12:55 UTC