Calgary, Alberta local economy
Calgary, Alberta ranks in the 100th percentile of Canada metro areas as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.
Building permits
Dwelling units authorized by permit was 3,416 in June 2026, up 78.7% from May 2026 and up 123.1% from June 2025.
Employment
Payrolled or covered employment was 1,046,300 in August 2026, flat 0.1% from July 2026 and up 6.1% from August 2025.
Dwelling units authorized by permit was 3,416 in June 2026, up 78.7% from May 2026 and up 123.1% from June 2025. Payrolled or covered employment was 1,046,300 in August 2026, flat 0.1% from July 2026 and up 6.1% from August 2025. No current data is available for New business applications or registrations in Calgary, Alberta.
Frequently asked questions
- How does Calgary, Alberta rank among Canada metro areas?
- Calgary, Alberta ranks in the 100th percentile of Canada metro areas as of September 2026, with momentum rising over the past 12 months.
- What is the dwelling units authorized by permit in Calgary, Alberta?
- Dwelling units authorized by permit in Calgary, Alberta was 3,416 in June 2026.
- What is the payrolled or covered employment in Calgary, Alberta?
- Payrolled or covered employment in Calgary, Alberta was 1,046,300 in August 2026.
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Sources and methodology
- Statistics Canada — Building permits, value by type of structure and type of work
- Statistics Canada — Labour force characteristics by census metropolitan area, 3-month moving average, seasonally adjusted
Method: 2026.09. Updated 2026-09-10. Coverage: 70% of weighted components available.
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