Pacific NorthWest Economic Region

B.C. MPs meeting with members from Pacific NorthWest Economic Region @PNWER, including Sen. Mike Cuffe from Montana, to discuss common issues facing trade and softwood lumber.

It has been a busy few days in Ottawa alongside my @PNWER colleagues, meeting with many elected officials and ministry staff, and the opportunity to meet with American ambassador Peter Hoekstra to discuss the importance of trade between our nations and the need to renew the USMCA trade agreement. These conversations matter because trade directly impacts jobs, businesses, and families across our nation and Saskatchewan. I will continue advocating for Saskatchewan’s interests and support economic stability.

Summit Session Spotlight: The Future is Coming Faster Than You Think 💡 Diana Birkett Rakow and Steve Westly are leading a fireside chat about how innovative companies in the PNW are leading the charge. Learn more: pnwer.org/2025-summit

This week started with administration officials refusing to acknowledge that Russia started the war in Ukraine. It ends with a tense, shocking conversation in the Oval Office and whispers from the White House that they may try to end all U.S. support for Ukraine. I know foreign policy is not for the faint of heart, but right now, I am sick to my stomach as the administration appears to be walking away from our allies and embracing Putin, a threat to democracy and U.S. values around the world.

Recently, 16 former PNWER presidents convened to reaffirm the U.S.-Canada relationship and highlight the importance of PNWER’s longstanding model for cross-border collaboration. Read the statement below. pnwer.org/uploads/2/3/2/…

We’re pleased to have Diana Birkett Rakow from Alaska Airlines and Washington Representative Cindy Ryu welcome attendees to Bellevue as co-chairs of the 2025 PNWER Annual Summit. Learn more about the co-chairs here: mailchi.mp/pnwer/summit-c…

Read PNWER Executive Director Matt Morrison's statement on tariffs here: pnwer.org/uploads/2/3/2/…

Registration is now open for the 2025 PNWER Annual Summit! This year's event is themed 'Building a Resilient Future: Sustainable Growth through Innovation'. You won't want to miss this -- learn more and register today: pnwer.org/2025-summit

I’ve had great discussions with Washington State lawmakers and businesses in Seattle and Olympia this week. Nobody wants tariffs. Off to Idaho. Stay tuned. 1/

Just got back from Idaho.  Many in this Republican state are concerned about tariffs.  Met with Governor, Lieutenant Governor, the local Chamber, staff from a US Senator's office and others.  We discussed our great trade relationship, but if tariffs are imposed we will retaliate.

@ABDanielleSmith Terrific!! This is the most appropriate response! Thank you Alberta for taking the lead on securing our binational border for the safety and security of our citizens on both sides of the border

Alberta will be taking the lead securing our southern border with the United States 🇺🇸 We cannot allow illegal migrants, guns, gangs, or organized crime to impact Albertans here at home or interfere with the relationship of our biggest ally and trading partner. CC: @realDonaldTrump

Western Governors discuss permit reform for wildfire management and energy infrastructure ⁦@westgov⁩ #energyreliability #permitreform #bipartisancollaboration #criticalminerals

Cascadia Innovation Corridor Conference focused on Housing - downtown Portland, OR

This morning, we were joined by @AlaskaMunicipal’s Erin Reinders for our technical assistance-focused session. Our @PNWER_RIA program team presented on projects we’re working on with AML to enhance Alaska’s transportation infrastructure and understanding of financing mechanisms.

Our second session highlighted critical minerals and the role binational public-private collaboration plays in strengthening North American security. Thank you to our panelists, Mike Satre, Craig Fleener, Melanie Welsh and Nalaine Morin, for contributing to this conversation.

Our first session of the day, moderated by Rep. George Rauscher, explored various pathways towards an innovative energy future. Thank you to Frank Paskvan of UAF, Mark Myers of the US Arctic Research Commission, and Stewart Muir of Resource Works for your expert insight!

We are pleased to announce our collaboration with @PNWER – a non-profit organization increasing the economic well-being and quality of life for citizens of the Canadian and US PNW. 🌲🌊 Join the dialogue today – register here: hubs.li/Q02SMGFX0. #IMPACTNational

Will Alaska's LNG ideas come to anything? Maybe. For sure, I'll definitely be at @PNWER's Economic Leadership Forum in Anchorage on Wednesday to speak about Canada's west coast LNG & other energy molecules. x.com/SStapczynski/s…

The 2024 PNWER Economic Leadership forum is taking place in Anchorage, AK, Nov. 12-14! The event provides an opportunity for leaders in both the public and private sectors to carry out discussions on key subjects affecting our regional economy. Learn more: pnwer.org/2024-forum