Environment, energy and market access dialogue continues at economic forum

Press Release

Nov 18, 2014

Alana DeLong, MLA for Calgary-Bow, will travel to Seattle, Washington to discuss economic and environmental policy issues affecting the Pacific Northwest.

DeLong will represent Alberta at the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) Economic Leadership Forum from November 19 to 22. Alberta’s strong environmental record, our use of innovation and clean technology and our approach to sustainable energy development will be key discussion items for DeLong.

“PNWER gatherings provide an important forum to meet with our Pacific Northwest counterparts as we work to shape economic and environmental policy. I look forward to sharing how Alberta ensures our resources are developed using innovative and responsible approaches.” – Alana DeLong, MLA for Calgary-Bow

PNWER brings together government representatives, business and civic leaders, and other organizations from Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Montana and Washington. The organization has a long history of cooperation to strengthen the region’s economy, while also balancing environmental performance, access to global markets and policy innovation.

DeLong is the Canadian Vice-President and Chair of Alberta’s delegate council for PNWER.

Backgrounder

Itinerary for MLA DeLong*

November 19
Travel to Seattle, Washington
Attend PNWER Safeco Summit: Cooperate Regionally to Compete Globally

November 20
Attend PNWER sessions
Energy and Environment
Border Issues
Workforce Development

November 21
Attend PNWER sessions
Transportation and Market Access
Pacific Northwest Gateway: Working Waterfront
Invasive Species Workshop

November 22
Attend PNWER Executive Committee Meeting
Depart Seattle

The cost of the mission, including travel, meals and accommodation for DeLong and Jay Hill, Alberta’s Senior Representative in Saskatchewan, British Columbia, the North and the New West Partnership, is estimated at $4,200.

*Subject to change

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