ATB High River will be hosting an evening with Todd Hirsch to discuss the Alberta economy and how to regain balance in it.

ATB Manager Peggy Monkman says Hirsch provides economic commentary for many Canadian media outlets and is a regular columnist for the Globe and Mail.

"He is Chief Economist with ATB Financial, he's quite often a guest speaker on television and radio."

She says the event will be held at the Highwood Golf and Country Club on April 27 from 7pm and goes for just over an hour followed by a question and answer period.

She says while seats are free you have to reserve your soon, the deadline is April 22.

"Get your name in early, our registration deadline is April 22, we invite everybody and anybody to join us."

She says Hirsch will be speaking about Alberta's economy and how to still see the good and find balance in during these times.

"I really do think that since this is free event to come and sit and listen because Todd has his finger on the pulse of the economy.

To register email Peggy Monkman at pmonkman2@atb.com or call 403-652-1426.

She says to be sure to leave you name, telephone number and how many in your party.