BCA has released a special “Premier Unplugged” episode featuring Alberta Premier, Danielle Smith in conversation with BCA President, Adam Legge. Together, they explore Alberta’s diplomatic approach to managing trade tensions with the United States under the evolving “Trump 2.0” administration.
Premier Smith highlights the importance of avoiding retaliation, addressing key irritants, and supporting U.S. aspirations in energy security and critical minerals supply to foster a stronger Canada-U.S. economic relationship. They also discuss the potential for a delegation mission to Washington to advocate for Canada as a reliable and trustworthy partner.
Tune in for an insightful conversation about strategies to create a “win-win” outcome for both nations while navigating current challenges. This can’t-miss episode is available now on all major podcast platforms!
In this episode:
- Where does Canada’s relationship with the U.S. currently stand?
- Addressing ‘irritants’ – from energy security to national security
- Improving interprovincial trade, regulations, and getting major projects built
- Tech billionaires and the new players in the Trump 2.0 administration
- How to be the ‘friendly neighbour’ in an increasingly dangerous world
- Potential future delegation to Washington
About C-Suite Unplugged
In this series, C-Suite Unplugged, host Adam Legge talks to Alberta’s top CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders about their journey to the C-Suite, what keeps them up at night as an Albertan and as a leader in their industry, and what their outlook is for the future.
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