Join us in Whistler, B.C.
You're invited to the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) Annual Summit in Whistler, British Columbia from July 20 - 24, 2014. PNWER is the only statutory, non-partisan, bi-national, public / private partnership in North America, with goals of strengthening relationships, finding cross-border solutions to common challenges, and advocating for regional interests.
In its 24th year, the PNWER Annual Summit brings together over 500 key business leaders, legislators, and government leaders from PNWER's ten states, provinces, and territories to address the major policy issues impacting the region.
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Photos courtesy of Tourism Whistler
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OUR ROOM BLOCK IS NEARLY FULL!
The luxurious 550-room Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort is located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in Whistler, British Columbia. Tastefully designed luxury accommodations with spectacular mountain or village views were created to blend with the natural alpine setting.
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THANK YOU TO OUR ADDITIONAL SPONSORS:
Marathon
Microsoft
Nunhems USA, Inc.
SSA Marine
We Work for Health
Canpotex
Capital Power
CAPP
Cenovus Energy
CN
Devon Canada
FortisBC
Idaho National Lab
Idaho Dairymen's Association
Imperial
Booz Allen Hamilton
CAODC
CBI Canada
Eiguren Fisher Public Policy
Agrium
Altalink
Westshore Terminals
The Butchart Gardens
TransAlta
Prince Rupert Port Authority
Spectra
Interfor
Pacific Northwest LNG
Fasken Martineau
Chevron
APEGBC
ASTTBC
We are very grateful to all of our generous sponsors.
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AGRICULTURE
PNWER's Agriculture working group session will meet on Monday, July 21 at 2 p.m. during the PNWER 24th Annual Summit in Whistler, B.C. at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. The session will discuss topics of importance in agriculture in the PNWER region and feature presentations by several experts. Learn more about the various topics that we will explore in this session below.
Co-Chairs: Patrick Kole, Idaho Potato Commission; Herb Cox, MLA Saskatchewan
Topics covered will include:
Presentation on Country-of-Origin Labeling (COOL): Update on the state of play. Presented by Martin Rice, Canadian Pork Council (CPC)
The importance of the U.S. - Canada trade relationship, agriculture's role and potential issues that could impact the future: presented by the Honourable Rob Merrifield, Member of Parliament
Agriculture's Role and Implications in International Trade Agreements - Presentation and Discussion, including an overview of current Canada and U.S. trade negotiation activities, by Frédéric Seppey, Director General of Trade Agreements and Negotiations at AAFC
CROSS-BORDER LIVESTOCK HEALTH CONFERENCE
The Cross-Border Livestock Health Conference will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, July 22 - 23, in Whistler, B.C. at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler in conjunction with the PNWER 24th Annual Summit. Learn more about the topics that will be covered below.
Co-Chairs: Mike Nikolaisen, British Columbia Association of Cattle Feeders; and Dr. Martin A. Zaluski, Montana Department of Livestock Animal Health Division
Topics covered will include:
RCC Working Group: Veterinary Drug Submission Harmonization, with presentations by Dr. Mary-Jane Ireland - Health Canada; and Dr. Steven Vaughn - Food and Drug Administration.
● RCC Working Group: Zoning for Foreign Animal Diseases, with a presentation by Dr. Cheryl James - CFIA.
● RCC Working Group: Meat and Poultry Certification, with a panel discussion.
● Animal Welfare Audits - What Works and What Doesn't: presentation by Dr. Jennifer Walker - Dean Foods.
● A Canadian Approach to Farm Animal Welfare Policy: presentation by Mr. Geoff Urton - BC SPCA
● Animal Welfare - Panel Discussion
● Background information on Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED): presentation by Dr. Marty Zaluski - Montana State Veterinarian
● Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) in Canada and USA - effect on transport: Presentation and Discussion
● Electronic Exchange of Export Certifications (EEEC) Pilot Project - Presentation and Discussion by Dr. Aman Bath, CFIA
Genetically Modified Organisms and Livestock Feed
(monogastrics): presentation by Dr. James Hermes - Oregon State University
● Genetically Modified Organisms and Livestock Feed
(ruminants): presentation by Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam - University of California, Davis
● Genetically Modified Organisms - Panel Discussion
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THANK YOU TO OUR CURRENT SUMMIT PREMIERE SPONSORS:
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