Policy Areas

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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Trade and Trade Infrastructure
To remain competitive, Canada needs effective trade policy and a reliable trade infrastructure and logistics systems.
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Skills, Innovation and Productivity
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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SUBMISSION | Recommendations to build Canada's economy
SUBMISSION | Solutions to internal trade & labour mobility barriers
Read ArticleEVENT | Western Canada, the G7 & global partnerships
IN-PERSON EVENT | Rethinking Trade: Western Canada, the G7 and the future of global partnerships
Read ArticleOPINION | Canada's economic engine lies in the West
OP-ED | Gary Mar: If Mark Carney wants to unlock Canada’s potential, he must start with the West
Read ArticleOP-ED | A Canadian path forward with the United States on trade
Read ArticleGood for Canada. Good for the West. About Us.
Transparency: Our pledge to our supporters
As a non-profit think tank, Canada West Foundation relies on donations. We are at our best when funded by a variety of groups: governments, corporations, individuals, and foundations all play a role. We not only acknowledge our supporters as a matter of course, we are proud to do so. Through their commitment, our supporters become part of an engaged public policy community. They tell us that they contribute because they value the work of the Foundation and want that work to continue. We think it’s pretty great that engaged citizens and organizations are willing to open their wallets in pursuit of good public policy.
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