The Alberta government has announced significant regulatory changes, including the reduction of over 220,000 unnecessary requirements since 2019, saving Albertans over $3 billion. Key initiatives include amendments to streamline driver’s licenses and ID cards by making it mandatory to include Canadian citizenship and healthcare numbers, expected to take effect by mid-2026. The bill also aims to improve access to government benefits and services by recognizing international accreditation and easing licensing for foreign professionals, addressing labor shortages in healthcare and trades. Additionally, the government plans to remove restrictions on domestic deer and elk hunting, allowing harvest preserves on private land, which could boost revenue for the cervid industry while maintaining strict disease testing protocols. Further, legislation is proposed to update the All-Season Resorts Act, enabling year-round resort development on private lands, potentially generating billions in economic activity. Critics have expressed privacy concerns over the new ID requirements, questioning their necessity, but officials argue these changes will improve service delivery and prevent election fraud.