Good for the West. Good for Canada.

The Canada West Foundation is the only public policy think tank that focuses on issues that matter to the West. We provide policy solutions in three key areas, namely resources, environment, and economy; skills, innovation, and productivity; and trade and trade infrastructure. We advance policies that decision makers trust

Vision

Western Canada drives Canada’s prosperity—economically, socially, and globally.
Our vision is to advance interests of Western Canadians by working with governments, industry, and partners to build a stronger, more united, and prosperous Western region—one that powers Canada’s future. 

Purpose

The Canada West Foundation ensures that Western Canada’s priorities—backed by its economic strength—shape national policy through non-partisan research, bold solutions, and strategic engagement. When the West leads, Canada thrives.

Bring People Together

We bring together political, academic, business, and community leaders in seminars, forums, conferences, and round tables. We get people talking about what we need to do to create a better and more secure West.

Spread the Word

Our ideas make news. Through research publications, op-eds in major Canadian newspapers, interviews on radio and television, blogs, and social media, our work reaches millions of readers each year.

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