text: Gary, you are correct that more taxes would cover Alberta’s current deficit just as the Federal government could cover their deficit with more taxes.  But constant tax grabs are not the answer.  Governments need to manage their spending by operating efficiently and critically evaluating the value of programs they fund.  The Alberta Advantage is called that because for residents and businesses you get to keep more of what you earn.  That’s not a bad thing.  I have just as many uses for my money as the government does and I prefer a government that recognizes that fact.