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Resources, Environment and Economy
We identify competitive opportunities and challenges at the intersection of resources, the economy and robust environmental regulation.
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To remain competitive, Canada needs effective trade policy and a reliable trade infrastructure and logistics systems.
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We develop Western Canada’s workforce with the skills required to create economic growth through the adoption of innovations and improved productivity.
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Provincial budgets & the workforce | FWL Brief 44
FWL Brief 44 | Provincial budgets & the workforce, plus our new AI section
Read ArticleWHAT NOW? | Farming in the software age
WHAT NOW? | Farming in the software age
Read ArticleTrade signals from Biden2 & Trump2 | NA Brief 16
North America Brief 16 | Trade signals from Biden2 & Trump2
Read ArticleStartups find value in NGIF methane emissions test centre | EIB 37
Energy Innovation Brief 37 | The NGIF Accelerator Emissions Testing Centre Program
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Transparency: Our pledge to our supporters
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