Former Alberta finance minister Joe Ceci will not seek re-election in 2027

Longtime Alberta politician Joe Ceci says he will not seek re-election in the province's next general election, scheduled for the fall of 2027.

Ceci served as Alberta's finance minister in former premier Rachel Notley's New Democratic government from 2015 to 2019, becoming the province's only NDP finance minister. During his time in cabinet, the government increased the minimum wage and expanded funding for family and community support programs.

His tenure also coincided with a sharp downturn in oil prices that contributed to significant provincial budget deficits. The NDP government argued the spending was necessary to support Albertans through the economic slowdown.

In a statement, Notley said Ceci faced criticism over the deficits but remained committed to maintaining public services and supporting families during the downturn.