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Shaping Alberta’s Future Event

26-May-2011

CALGARY – On May 27, 2011, Canada West Foundation and Calgary Economic Development are co-hosting a panel discussion in response to the Premier’s Council for Economic Strategy report “Shaping Alberta’s Future.”This report sets out a bold new course for the province and makes recommendations to ensure economic sustainability. Please join us for this special event featuring keynote speaker David Emerson and panellists Adam Legge, W.A. Sam Shaw and Leonard Waverman, who will be discussing how Alberta can position itself for the future.

Since its release on May 5, 2011, the “Shaping Alberta’s Future” report has received much attention. Here are some of the things people are saying:

“This thoughtful document is a breath of fresh air”
Gary Lamphier, “Dream big, Albertans urged” Edmonton Journal, May 7, 2011

“Shaping Alberta’s Future is full of bold and intelligent ideas that deserve serious consideration both inside and outside the province.”
Gillian Steward, “Alberta gets a warning about relying on oil” Toronto Star, May 10, 2011

“Each initiative contains substantial proposals that might shape the province for decades to come”
Josh Wingrove, “Ed Stelmach’s long goodbye” Globe and Mail, May 10, 2011

The future of Alberta is our responsibility. Make sure that you don’t miss out on this stimulating event.


Shaping Alberta’s Future – A Panel Discussion in Response to the Premier’s Council for Economic Strategy Report

 

7:00AM

Registration and Breakfast

8:00AM

Opening Remarks
Elsbeth Mehrer, Director, Workforce & Strategy, Calgary Economic Development
Dr. Roger Gibbins, President & CEO, Canada West Foundation

8:10AM

Keynote Address
The Honourable David Emerson

8:35AM

Panel Discussion
Moderated by Deborah Yedlin, Columnist, Calgary Herald
Participants – Adam Legge, President & CEO, Calgary Chamber of Commerce
W.A. Sam Shaw, Vice President, Natural Gas Policy Development, Encana
Leonard Waverman, Dean, Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary

9:10AM

Audience Question Period

9:40AM

Closing Remarks
Dr. Roger Gibbins, President & CEO, Canada West Foundation

Where: Calgary Chamber of Commerce
100-6 Ave S.W. Calgary, AB T2P 0P5

When: Friday, May 27, 2011

Canada West Foundation is the only think tank dedicated to being the objective, nonpartisan voice for issues of vital concern to western Canadians. For 40 years, through its research and commentary, the Foundation has contributed to better government decisions and a stronger Canadian economy.

Calgary Economic Development (CED) is working to make Calgary the undisputed choice for people and business. As Calgary’s lead economic development agency, we work with businesses to facilitate growth, expedite local, national and international business investment and trade development opportunities and promote sustainable economic growth in the Calgary region.

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For information about Canada West Foundation, visit
www.cwf.ca.
For more information on Calgary Economic Development, please visit www.calgaryeconomicdevelopment.com and follow us on Twitter - @calgaryeconomic.

For more information about this event, please contact:

 


Canada West Foundation
Grace Kucey, Communication and Media Manager

403.700.9535

communication@cwf.ca 

Calgary Economic Development

Media Cell: 403.880.7040


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