Robust 2024 Performance Brought Executive Bonuses at Alberta's Biggest Companies

Robust 2024 performance brought executive bonuses at Alberta's biggest companies

Healthy balance sheets and share-price strength in 2024 benefited top executives at Alberta's biggest companies, who were rewarded with bonuses and compensation packages consistent with the performance of their organizations.

Executive bonuses: Rewarding failure or failing to reward?

Executive bonuses in privatised firms that provide public services have been under scrutiny for many years. It’s a divisive topic that often makes headlines in the national press – and, every time it does, there is an emotive tug-of-war at play. On one side is a more progressive, transparent movement focused on the inequality of excessive pay. On the other is a drive for discretionary and flexible reward to ensure businesses remain competitive. …