Mr. Speaker, once again the Government of Alberta is taking a leading role in shaping the future of our country.
Recently Premier Klein invited the governors of several northwest U.S. states to Drumheller, Alberta for the annual western premiers conference to be held later this month. Premier Klein's mission is to persuade American politicians that there are provinces within Canada that support a growing and prosperous trade relationship with the United States.
Time and time again, this Liberal government has failed to take a proactive role in addressing contentious trade issues. The split-run magazine issue and Canada's most favoured nation status for U.S. defence contracts are just a couple of the disputes which come to mind.
The official opposition and the provinces are to be commended for taking the lead in ensuring a cordial trade relationship with the United States.