Western premiers comment after annual meeting - June 27, 2023

Provincial and territorial leaders speak with reporters at the conclusion of the annual conference of western premiers. British Columbia Premier David Eby hosted this year’s conference in Whistler. He is joined by Danielle Smith (Alberta), Scott Moe (Saskatchewan), Heather Stefanson (Manitoba), Ranj Pillai (Yukon), Caroline Cochrane (Northwest Territories), and P.J. Akeeagok (Nunavut). Key issues such as strengthening infrastructure and trade corridors, addressing energy security both domestically and internationally, and preserving Canada's Arctic sovereignty were discussed at the conference. The premiers respond to questions from reporters on topics ranging from infrastructure funding, climate action, interprovincial trade barriers, and labour shortages.