November 7, 2025
RED FM News Desk
The Alberta government is considering raising the speed limit on rural divided highways by 10 km/h, moving from 110 km/h to 120 km/h.
“Alberta’s government is investigating how to safely increase speed limits on divided highways, and whether Albertans support the change,” said Devin Dreeshen, Minister of Transportation and Economic Corridors, in a statement. “We are investing more than $1.5 billion this year to improve highway safety and upgrade infrastructure across the province.
We want Albertans to drive at speeds the highways are designed for. Modern vehicles and better public awareness mean we can explore higher limits safely.”
The province’s public survey not only asks about the potential speed limit increase but also seeks feedback on restricting commercial trucks from using the far-left lane on highways with three or more lanes, along with other suggestions to improve driving conditions.
Once the survey closes, officials will review the feedback and may launch a pilot project to test a 120 km/h speed limit on select divided highways. The trial would involve close monitoring to evaluate how higher limits affect driving behaviour and safety.
Regardless of any future changes, the government reminds drivers to adjust their speed to road and weather conditions, noting that posted speed limits are intended for ideal conditions, not for wet, icy, or low-visibility situations.
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