The Canada West Foundation is a registered Canadian charity. Your support fuels independent research and convening that helps decision-makers tackle the issues shaping affordability, jobs, and competitiveness across the West.  

Why your support matters

Western Canada is a major driver of Canada’s prosperity—but its priorities are not always reflected in national policy decisions.

Your contribution helps ensure that leaders across governments, business, and civil society have credible evidence, practical options, and a Western perspective when it matters most.

The Canada West Foundation is a registered Canadian charity. Donations support independent, non-partisan research and engagement focused on the future of Western Canada.

What your support makes possible

With your help, the Canada West Foundation:

• Delivers independent research and practical recommendations on the policies shaping Western Canada
• Brings together public servants, Indigenous leaders, business, academics, and other experts for focused, solutions-oriented dialogue
• Identifies emerging issues early and outlines realistic options for action

Together, this work strengthens affordability, competitiveness, and long-term prosperity across Western Canada.

Our role

We help leaders make better decisions for Western Canada.

Our work combines rigorous research, clear policy options, and cross-sector dialogue ensuring Western voices inform decisions made in Ottawa and beyond.

Questions about philanthropic support or sponsorship?

Contact Shareen Ayoub, Director, Strategic Partnerships and Fund Development