On the Road to AIMCo’s Politicization
Reprinted from The Parkland Institute with permission. On the Road to AIMCo’s Politicization - Parkland Institute
Jan 12, 2025 Bob Ascah
The Alberta government’s abrupt dismissal of AIMCo’s board and CEO has raised alarms about political interference and the erosion of the corporation’s independence. The subsequent appointment of former Prime Minister Stephen Harper as AIMCo’s chair underscores concerns that the organization is being reshaped to serve partisan interests rather than focusing on its responsibilities to Albertans. Against this backdrop, understanding AIMCo’s evolution, governance challenges, and its politicization becomes more critical than ever.
The Establishment of the Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo)
Prior to the establishment of AIMCo, the...