What We Believe
We believe policy should flow from principles (read our founding Statement of Principles), and be developed through research, consulting relevant experts and most importantly, by talking with Albertans. We look forward to working with passionate Albertans to develop policy for Renew Alberta, based on the ideas below.
Prosperity
We believe that private enterprise and entrepreneurship are the keys to our economic success. Through investments in education and the cultivation of a cooperative relationship with business, government should foster an environment in which the initiatives of Albertans can succeed for the benefit of all.
Fiscal Responsibility
We believe a foremost responsibility of government is to use public dollars as effectively and efficiently as possible. This is best accomplished through long-term planning, common sense, and open, frank conversations about the province's needs and the means we have to meet them.
Social Responsibility
We believe every Albertan deserves the opportunity to succeed. Our government should aspire to provide excellent public education, public health care, and infrastructure, as well as a compassionate helping hand in times of need. We believe this can be accomplished through responsible investments, planning, and a willingness to innovate.
Sustainability
We believe that sustainability must be a core value of our government. Rethinking unsustainable practices, making strategic investments in research and technology, and developing creative policy that emphasizes rewards over punishments will protect and enhance our environment for future generations.
Democracy
We believe that public business should be conducted in public. Open and honest debate is not something to be discouraged; rather, it is a source of solutions to the challenges that we face. Our government should foster debate, actively engage citizens,and make itself accountable to the people it governs.
Quality of life
Improving the quality of life of Albertans is the end to which we strive, and to which all of the above positions are oriented. In addition to what's mentioned above, we believe quality of life is built on our communities. Through support of recreation, sport, culture, and respect for municipalities, government can help to build strong, vibrant communities, which will continue to attract new citizens and ensure current citizens will never leave.
