At this year’s Western Premiers’ Conference, Premier Smith will champion Alberta’s priorities and work alongside fellow leaders to advance shared goals, including economic growth, job creation and the development of new economic corridors in every direction, including oil and gas pipelines, to secure long-term prosperity for all Canadians.
The Premiers will also discuss the state of Canada’s federation and set a clear path forward with the new federal government. Key topics will include expanding markets in the face of global uncertainty, accelerating nation-building projects, advancing economic and energy corridors, strengthening and fortifying the Arctic and improving access to affordable housing.
“This is a critical moment for Alberta and for the West. We cannot afford federal overreach into provincial jurisdiction to continue, or damaging federal policies to impact the upward trajectory of our economies. I will be at the table to advocate for Alberta’s interests, particularly the importance of new pipelines, in an effort to put the power of our economy back in the hands of western Canadians.”
The Western Premiers’ Conference is held annually and gathers Premiers and governments from Canada's four western provinces (British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba) and three territorial governments (Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut) to work together on advancing western interests in the Canadian federation.
The Western Premiers’ Conference operates by consensus and the chair rotates on an annual basis. This year’s conference will be hosted by Premier of Northwest Territories R.J. Simpson.
Media are invited to a press conference following the conclusion of the Western Premiers’ Conference.
Western Premiers’ Conference Media Availability:
WHEN: Thursday, May 22, 2025, 3-3:30 MST
WHERE: Caribou Room, Chateau Nova, Yellowknife
Media are required to RSVP. Local media will be provided accreditation at the venue. Out of town media will be provided a meeting link.
To RSVP, please contact:
Cabinet Communications
Government of the Northwest Territories
[email protected]