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TRADE MISSIONS

Outreach That Opens Doors for Alberta Business

Alberta Enterprise Group is proud to take Alberta’s business voice beyond borders. Our outreach work is a powerful extension of our three core pillars – advocacy, connection, and global opportunity.

Through international trade missions and targeted engagement with key decision makers, AEG has shared Alberta’s story with leaders in Washington, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec, Switzerland, Nevada, Texas, and beyond. These missions showcase Alberta as a world-class destination for investment, innovation, and collaboration.

We believe that strong global relationships begin with meaningful dialogue. That is why we prioritize education, exchange of ideas, and face-to-face conversations with those who influence trade, regulation, and investment.

To keep Alberta competitive, we must be present where our interests are at stake, open to partnerships that drive growth, and ready to welcome those who want to do business in our province.

AEG members play an active role in this work, building connections, expanding networks, and helping shape the perception of Alberta business on the world stage.

We bring Alberta to the world, and the world to Alberta.

AEG Trade Missions: Expanding Alberta’s Reach

  • 2022 – Texas, United States
    AEG participated in a targeted trade mission to Texas, focused on strengthening awareness of Alberta’s economy and building relationships with key business and political leaders in one of the fastest-growing U.S. states.

    2018 – Nevada, United States
    AEG led a delegation of more than 65 members and guests to Nevada to meet with local leaders and explore economic partnerships. The group toured the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center, home to global operations such as Tesla, Google, Switch, FedEx, and Blockchain, and met with the Governor of Nevada, who emphasized the value of business-friendly policy in driving economic growth.

    2015 – Vancouver, Canada
    AEG organized a trade mission to Vancouver to engage with local business leaders and explore market access for Alberta energy. The event was keynoted by MEG Energy CEO Bill McCaffrey, highlighting the importance of national energy infrastructure and collaboration.

    2014 – Alberta, Canada Reverse Trade Mission
    AEG hosted a delegation from the Atlantic Metal Working Association in Alberta to showcase investment opportunities and discuss the significance of the proposed Energy East pipeline project.

    2013 – Calgary, Alberta Reverse Trade Mission
    AEG welcomed a delegation of Quebec business leaders to Calgary to foster cross-provincial relationships, provide insight into Alberta’s economy, and connect with key stakeholders.

    2012 – Quebec, Canada
    More than 40 AEG members traveled to Quebec to engage with political and business leaders, exploring economic collaboration and partnership opportunities between the provinces.

  • 2011 – Washington, DC, United States
    AEG returned to the U.S. capital with a delegation of over 60 Canadian business leaders to address issues of border security, trade, and energy development. Meetings included members of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate.

    2010 – Ottawa, Canada
    As part of the Alberta Connects outreach initiative, AEG led a mission to Ottawa to share Alberta’s economic success story. The delegation engaged with over 55 federal leaders, including Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, Environment Minister Jim Prentice, and Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff.

    2009 – Geneva, Switzerland
    AEG brought 60 Alberta business leaders to Geneva to present Alberta’s investment potential to the European financial and business community, strengthening Alberta’s international reputation as an economic partner.

    2008 – Washington, DC, United States
    AEG led a historic mission of more than 100 Alberta business leaders to Washington, DC to meet with congressional leaders, senior officials, and influential U.S. business leaders, laying the groundwork for stronger cross-border economic ties.

    Ongoing – Alberta Oil Sands Tours
    AEG has hosted over 150 business and political leaders from across North America on tours of Alberta’s oil sands operations, showcasing the scale, innovation, and environmental responsibility of one of Canada’s most important economic sectors.