Sustainability
Community investment
We invest in the communities where we live and work.
Community investment
In 2025, TransAlta contributed approximately $3 million in community investments, with a continued focus on youth and education, environmental leadership, and community health and wellness.
Our impact in 2025:
- $3 million in total community investment
- $1.3 million raised through United Way campaigns across Canada and the U.S.
- $307,000 invested in Indigenous youth, education and employment initiatives
Community engagement
TransAlta works with community partners and stakeholders to understand local priorities and support initiatives aligned with community needs.
In 2025, TransAlta engaged with communities across Canada, the U.S. and Western Australia through meetings, events and ongoing dialogue to support project development and operations.
We help create meaningful, lasting impact
Youth and education
TransAlta supports programs that help build skills, expand access to education and create pathways to employment.
Women in Trades Scholarship | Alberta, Canada
A scholarship program supporting women entering post-secondary trades education and apprenticeships.
Centralia College | Washington, U.S.
Investment in the creation of TransAlta Commons and the Southwest Washington Flexible Training Center to support workforce development and respond to evolving industry needs.
TransAlta Performing Arts Studio | Alberta, Canada
A year-round facility supporting youth in performing arts through training and community programming in partnership with the Calgary Stampede.
Spirit North | Canada
Ongoing partnership supporting sport and play programs for Indigenous youth across Canada and communities where we operate.
TransAlta Commons is a purpose‑built, multi‑use student centre at Centralia College.
Community health and wellness
TransAlta supports initiatives that strengthen community health, safety and well-being.
STARS Air Ambulance | Canada
In 2025, TransAlta committed $400,000 to support upgrades to STARS’ helicopter fleet, enhancing emergency medical response capabilities in remote and rural communities.
Calgary Health Foundation | Alberta, Canada
Support for the Newborn Needs campaign expanded the Foothills Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Foothills Medical Centre from 39 to 58 beds.
United Way | Canada and U.S.
Annual employee and corporate contributions supporting local communities through fundraising and volunteer initiatives.
TransAlta Tri-Leisure Centre | Alberta, Canada
A recreation facility supporting community health and wellness through sport and cultural activities.
Colten and Chelsea Bodie and their children are one of the families support by the Foothills Medical Centre NICU.
Indigenous relationships
At TransAlta, we value and respect our Indigenous neighbours and are committed to building strong, long-term relationships.
Blackfoot Nation Ribstones Repatriation and Kiitoki (Prairie Chicken) Dance World Championship | Canada
Support for cultural events focused on repatriation, ceremony and preservation of Indigenous traditions.
Spirit North | Canada
Supporting Indigenous youth through sport and community-based programming.
Diamond Willow Youth Lodge | Alberta, Canada
Provided designated funding to establish a gathering place for Indigenous Youth in partnership with the United Way of Calgary and Area.
In 2025, TransAlta invested approximately $307,000 in Indigenous youth, education and employment initiatives, representing approximately 10% of total community investment.
TransAlta also supports Indigenous cultural awareness through employee training and ongoing engagement with communities across our operating regions.
Participants in the Tea Dance Ceremony at Diamond Willow Youth Lodge, Canada.