CALGARY — Western Canadian business groups have outlined their wish list ahead of an expected federal election call this weekend.
Councils in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba have jointly released a policy paper entitled Untapped Potential — Driving Canadian Prosperity Through Natural Resources.
They say Canada’s next government faces a critical choice -- continue with policies that limit investment, development and growth or create a competitive environment that allows the resource sector to thrive.
The paper is focused on five key industries: agriculture, forestry, energy, mining and aquaculture.
For all those sectors, the groups advocate for streamlining project approvals, pursuing new global markets and investing in trade-related infrastructure.
They also want to see a clear and effective Indigenous consultation process and ways to unlock Indigenous economic potential in the resources sector.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 21, 2025.
Lauren Krugel, The Canadian Press
