As the largest provider of health benefits in Alberta, we believe we have the potential and responsibility to impact people’s lives for the better. We believe all communities should thrive and we are committed to serving as a champion for wellness by supporting the health of our customers.
About us
Alberta Blue Cross® at a glance
At a glance
1948
An independent, not-for-profit health benefits provider formed in 1948.
1.8M
More than 1.8 million Alberta residents have Alberta Blue Cross® coverage.
Top 40
Ranks among Alberta’s 40 largest Alberta-based corporations in recognition of the significant role it plays in the provincial economy.
5 locations
Alberta Blue Cross® has offices in five Alberta locations. Edmonton (head office), Calgary, Red Deer, Grande Prairie and Lethbridge.
5,100+
Alberta Blue Cross® administers more than 5,100 employer group plans, which service businesses with as few as 2 employees as well as many major employers.
1.4K+
Alberta Blue Cross® employs more than 1,400 Albertans.
$4.3B
In 2024, Alberta Blue Cross® processed more than 83.6 million claim lines with a value exceeding $4.3 billion.
Facts and figures
Member of the Canadian Association of Blue Cross Plans, as well as the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Association (U.S.) and the International Federation of Health Plans.
In 1948, 100 per cent of Alberta Blue Cross® business was related to hospitalization benefits. Today, that figure is less than 1 per cent, with the following 12 benefit lines offered:
- prescription drugs,
- extended health (such as preferred hospital accommodation, ambulance, paramedical services and home nursing),
- dental,
- vision,
- travel,
- employee assistance programs,
- spending accounts,
- expatriate coverage for international employees,
- life insurance*,
- disability insurance*,
- Critical Illness*,
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment*.
* offered through Blue Cross Life® Insurance Company of Canada.
Alberta Blue Cross® administers programs on behalf of the provincial, territorial and federal governments such as
- Alberta Health (Coverage for Seniors, Non-Group Coverage, Optical Assistance for Seniors);
- Alberta Human Services;
- Government of the Northwest Territories; and
- Veterans Affairs Canada.
Alberta Blue Cross® provides personal health plans for Albertans of all ages who are self-employed or without employer-sponsored health benefits.
Over the years, we have received various significant recognition and awards including the Caring Company Certification. We have ranked as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, one of Alberta’s Top 75 Employers, one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, one of Alberta’s Top 40 Largest Corporations, one of Alberta’s Top 10 Most Loved Brands and one of Canada’s Top 100 brands.
In the past decade we introduced new plans and options for all our product lines and now offer a health benefit plan for every Albertan.
We play an active role in fostering the health and wellness of Albertans by leading and participating in a variety of community wellness promotion initiatives across Alberta.
Ever Active and Alberta Blue Cross® suggest family-friendly activities to try out this Family Day
With Family Day approaching on February 16, Alberta Blue Cross® and Ever Active are encouraging families to come together to create meaningful connections while promoting their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Family Day in Alberta is a public holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February. It was established to…
Hundreds of participants to converge on the Legislature for Alberta Winter Walk Day
On Wednesday, February 4, hundreds of participants including Alberta Blue Cross® team members will embrace Alberta’s unique winter and converge on the Legislature over the noon hour for Alberta Winter Walk Day 2026. This province-wide initiative gets Albertans up and moving during the winter months and celebrates our unique Alberta…
Alberta Blue Cross® team members to participate in Alberta Winter Walk Day
On Wednesday, February 4, hundreds of participants across Alberta including Alberta Blue Cross team members will embrace Alberta’s unique winter for Alberta Winter Walk Day 2026. This province-wide initiative gets Albertans up and moving during the winter months and celebrates our unique Alberta winter while promoting the year-round health benefits…
