Advocacy
This section includes research papers, websites, and other publications related to ARHCA advocacy including stable, long-term, sustainable investment in Alberta’s transportation infrastructure.
Alberta’s transportation network is critical infrastructure necessary for the safe and efficient movement of goods, services and people, supporting key industries including the resource sector, and connecting our communities and families. The Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association is committed to raising awareness about much-needed improvements for #betterABroads.
Driving Improvement
#FixOurRoads
Alberta’s transportation network is critical infrastructure necessary for the safe and efficient movement of goods, services and people, supporting key industries including the resource sector, and connecting our communities and families. The Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association is committed to raising awareness about the need to #FixOurRoads.
Budget Recap Underspend
March, 2026
ARHCA comparison chart of budget vs actual spendings by year 2021-2025
(includes rehab, construction and bridges)
2026 Budget Analysis
February, 2026
Deficits of $7 billion each year are projected for the two following years.
ARHCA PR Campaign - Pre Budget Message
February, 2026
AB Government has not invested enough in highway and bridge rehabilitation for
a number of years and this
has been having a negative impact on both the condition of the highway system and
was also leading to
a contraction in our industry.
Letter to Premier Danielle Smith
December 9, 2025
ARHCA wrote Premier Smith after meeting with our delegation on November 2025 to discuss the condition of AB highway and bridge infrastructure and the perspectives of our members.
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ARHCA Response to 120km/h Speed Proposal
December 12, 2025
ARHCA believes that any speed limit increase should be accompanies by a safety plan to mitigate the risk to highway workers, road users and critical infrastructure.
Member Bulletin: Federal Budget and Construction Briefing
November 4, 2025
This briefing note represents an immediate reaction following the budget lockup.
Letter to Minister Nate Horner re 2025 Provincial Budget
January 30, 2025
ARHCA top budget priorities haven't changed: predictable and reliable long-term investment in public infrastructure; policy and process improvements to address longstanding procurement and project management barrier.
Budget 2024: Impacts and Projections
March 7, 2024
ARCHA view on capital plan totals, rehab budget, the increase in consultant engagement, the major shift in pavement strategy, bridge program, tenders, and municipal grants.
ARHCA Budget 2023 Submission
January 13, 2023
ARCHA view on Albertans view on roads, the challenges for industry players related to a decade of deferring repairs, fiscal discipline and financial stability for our sector.
From Shovel Ready to Shovel Worthy
May 12, 2022
The Path to a National Trade Infrastructure Plan for the Next Generation of Economic Growth
ARHCA - Fix Our Roads
May 6, 2021
Nominate Alberta's Worst Road - Campaign asks drivers to post pics of painful potholes and ruined roadways