Our Mission

The Canadian Intergovernmental Relations section works with other Alberta government ministries and the federal government to ensure that Alberta's interests are represented in the Canadian federation by:

• Reviewing policies, programs, and legislation;
• Participating in the negotiation of intergovernmental agreements;
• Providing strategic advice and making recommendations on the intergovernmental implications of issues and policy initiatives advanced by the Alberta government, and
• Coordinating and providing logistical support for intergovernmental meetings, including meetings of the Council of the Federation and Western Premiers' Conferences.