Premier Smith and delegation showcasing Alberta’s position as leader in energy development. File Photo/CHAT News

By Jayk Sterkenburg

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Premier Smith and delegation showcasing Alberta energy in Washington

May 30, 2025 | 4:39 PM

Premier Danielle Smith and Alberta’s delegations will meet with industry leaders in Washington, DC from June 2 to 7 to lay the foundation for advancing North American energy dominance.

Brian Jean, minister of energy, and Nathan Neudorf, minister of affordability and utilities, will join Smith to showcase Alberta’s position as a leader in responsible energy development.

Chantelle de Jonge, parliamentary secretary for affordability and utilities, will also engage with industry leaders, technology innovators and American government officials to advance partnerships.

Smith said in a statement the Alberta government knows the U.S. remains Canada’s largest trading partner.

“We believe that through advocacy, this important relationship can and will be maintained,” she said Friday.

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“Alberta’s energy future is unstoppable and has a key role to play in helping the U.S. meet its growing energy needs and global energy dominance ambition in a secure and reliable way unmatched by any other energy partner.”

Alberta’s government said the mission comes at an important time in Alberta’s relationship with the U.S., as the province works to broaden trade partnerships globally and “navigate complex geopolitical environments.”

It said it builds on the success of CERAWeek in March and is part of Alberta’s continued efforts to promote the province’s vast resource base and responsible energy sector.

It said the mission aims to increase market access for the province’s ethically produced energy, both traditional and emerging.

Jean said Alberta can play a crucial role in advancing North American energy dominance, and will work on the partnerships that will lead to a secure energy future.

“The world needs more of Alberta’s oil, gas and minerals to meet ever evolving energy needs and reduce reliance on products from conflict zones,” he said in a statement.

Neudorf said Alberta’s competitive electricity market and business-friendly environment make the province a “destination of choice” for investors, and a leader in innovative technologies.

“I am proud to carry that message to our partners south of the border as we continue to build our energy future,” he said in a statement.

De Jonge said Alberta is a global leader in responsible energy development.

“I look forward to working with our U.S. partners to advance new opportunities in our energy sector that will reap benefits on both sides of the border,” she said in a statement.

Alberta’s government said it is committed to working with national and international partners to advance shared interests that can lead to new opportunities for people and businesses in Alberta and around the world.

The province said that by working with industry, researchers and other governments, Alberta is implementing its Emissions Reduction and Energy Development Plan.

It said Alberta is offering a business-friendly environment primed for investment and growth.

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