Market Access Tour successfully supports Alberta’s export driven economy

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“A key part of our Building Alberta Plan is opening new markets and supporting Alberta businesses in seizing opportunities in strategic and growing markets. As the success of our Premier’s recent mission to China demonstrates, the rate of development in Asia means huge demand for Alberta resources and expertise. We will continue to equip Alberta entrepreneurs with skills specific to achieving success in Asia and around the world.”

- Cal Dallas, Minister of International and Intergovernmental Relations

During the September 16-18 tour, participants shared their success stories and discussed with the Minister what steps the Government of Alberta can take to support them in expanding their markets.

“International trade has many positive impacts on our community. It is very encouraging that our government recognizes the potential across Alberta to grow these opportunities and work internationally to facilitate trade that will contribute to the growth of business in Lethbridge and strengthen the economy in our community and throughout the province.”

- Stephanie Jaffray, General Manager, Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce

“We were honoured to host Minister Cal Dallas this week. The presentations were very informative and the chamber members in attendance were impressed with the services available to them to promote and grow their businesses internationally.”

- Todd Banks, Executive Director/Public Relations, Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce

Held in seven communities across the province, discussions included market access initiatives, Alberta’s International Strategy, Government of Alberta trade development, Alberta’s international offices, and Canadian trade development resources.

Our government was elected to keep building Alberta, to live within its means and to fight to open new markets for Alberta’s resources. We will continue to deliver the responsible change Albertans voted for.