Alberta Maintains Status as Canada's Fastest-Growing Province

Alberta leads national population growth with 9,000 newcomers in Q4 2023, marking over 55,000 in interprovincial migration. Majority from Ontario, B.C.-Alberta migration highest. Alberta grows by 202,324 residents, 4.4% in 2023. Non-permanent international residents contribute 60%. Rise due to eased COVID-19 restrictions. Housing demand strains infrastructure; rentals up 20%, vacancy rates down. Concerns arise over housing availability and affordability amidst population surge.