In 2005, Alberta's share of equalization payments was calculated to be approximately $1.1 billion, less than what was provided, but significantly higher on a per capita basis than Ontario. Equalization payments are made by the federal government to the "have-not" provinces.
In 2005, Alberta received approximately $1.1 billion in equalization payments, which was lower than what it was entitled to but higher per capita than Ontario. These payments are made by the federal government to provinces that are considered "less wealthy."