One day after the federal budget , provincial and municipal leaders are trying to figure out what it means for hundreds of projects in Alberta.

The federal government is calling its spending plan “generational investments,” and the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce says it is on the right track.

“We’re really encouraged by this budget. This budget really has a strong economic focus and I think one of the things that we’re seeing is historic levels of public investment,” said Heather Thomson with the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce.

Some of Ottawa’s investments include $115 billion over five years on infrastructure, and $25 billion on housing over five years.

The chamber believes the budget could set up both the country and Alberta for international trade with partners outside of the United S

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