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Local MLA to promote trade with U.S. legislators

Whitecourt, AB, Canada / XM 105
Dec 5, 2022 | 3:07 PM
Local MLA to promote trade with U.S. legislators

MLA for Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland, Shane Getson. (Government of Alberta)



MLA for Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland, Shane Getson, will attend the 2022 Council of State Governments (CSG) National Conference to strengthen trade ties with U.S. state lawmakers.

Officials with the Alberta government say this year’s conference is being held in Honolulu, Hawaii, from Dec. 7-11. Topics include economic development, cybersecurity, health-care innovation, education and energy security.

While at the conference, MLA Getson will represent Alberta on the CSG International Committee, and in the CSG Executive Committee meeting that is also taking place.

“Meeting face to face with state leaders and industry representatives is a great opportunity to communicate Alberta’s interests and to further grow our important trade and investment ties with the U.S., which is far and away our most important international trading partner,” says Getson.

Officials say the CSG National organization is the lead coordinating organization for five regional affiliate organizations – CSG Washington D.C., CSG West, CSG Midwest, CSG South and CSG-East. It is described as a forum that brings together lawmakers and government leaders from all U.S. states and territories and associate members. The government says Alberta participates as an affiliate member on the international partnership program of the CSG National organization and is an associate member with the CSG West and Midwest affilliates.
The province says MLA Getson will be accompanied by one government official. Officials say mission expenses will be posted on the travel and expense disclosure page.
Officials say the Alberta government 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.
Itinerary for MLA Getson:
Dec. 5
  • Travels to Honolulu, Hawaii
Dec. 7 – 10
  • Attends CSG meetings
Dec. 8
  • Meets with CSG West Officers
  • Participates in the CSG Midwest Executive Committee Meeting
Dec. 9
  • Meets with CSG Midwest Officers
  • Participates in the Canada Reception
Dec. 10
  • Meets with Sacramento Canadian Consulate General Officers
Dec. 11
  • Travels to Alberta