Frontiers of Regional Enablement

Regional Value. Resident Leaders.

Join us in building a resilient economy where strategic partnerships and projects redefine Western Canada’s role on the world stage.

"OpenWest drives Western Canada’s global leadership by aligning with new economic vision, fostering sustainable economic security across the nation."

James Van Leeuwen
Executive Director, OpenWest

Building the Future from the West

Fast-tracking progress with visionary policy and transformative investments, bridging legacy and emerging sectors to lead from the West.

Research and Strategic Foresight

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Design and Development

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Enablement by Design

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ITC Governance and Standards

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OpenWest: Our Core Initiatives

Empowering a Future of Ingenuity and Prosperity

At OpenWest, we are dedicated to nation building, driving productivity growth, and nurturing the next generation of wealth creators. Our strategic initiatives fuse visionary public policy with transformative investments, creating a comprehensive framework for regional and global impact.

Our Pillars of Progress:

BRIDGE

Building Regional Investment & Development Governance Excellence

Economic Futures Lab: Pioneering innovative strategies for sustainable economic growth.

Regenerative Market Transition: Transitioning to regenerative economic models that foster resilience and equitable growth.

Ecological Security: Safeguarding our natural environment while promoting sustainable development.

Human Futures Lab: Cultivating talent and leadership to empower communities.

Dynamic Range

Building “Response- ability” for Regional Resilience

Regional Intelligence: Leveraging data and analytics for informed decision-making and regional prosperity.

Digital Corridors and AI CoE: Advancing digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence research to connect and drive excellence.

Decentralized Energy Adoption: Embracing clean, decentralized energy solutions to revolutionize power generation.

Sustained ecological harmony:

Responsible Water management and resource conservation

Agricultural output and environmental protection

Disaster Risk reduction and management measures

Read more to explore how these initiatives form the backbone of a future where innovation, responsible leadership, and strategic investments transform Western Canada into a dynamic hub of opportunity and progress.

OpenWest News

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