CWG In Motion 2026: Accelerating Southern Alberta's Trade Corridor
About this Event
Canada’s Western Gateway: In Motion 2026 brings together transportation, logistics, manufacturing, government and regional leaders to examine the current state of Southern Alberta’s trade corridor and what needs to happen next.
Over 1.5 days, industry and regional partners will discuss the challenges affecting the movement of goods and business growth, emerging opportunities across the corridor, and the partnerships and actions needed to turn those opportunities into new business, investment and economic activity.
Sessions will explore topics including cross-border trade, transportation infrastructure, rail, workforce, emerging technology, business growth and the future of freight movement in Southern Alberta.
The conference is designed not only to share information, but to connect the businesses, governments and organizations whose partnerships will be needed to turn regional opportunities into action.
Day 1 will conclude with an evening dinner and networking program, followed by a full second day of conference sessions, discussions and trade show opportunities.
Topics planned for In Motion 2026 include:
- The economic outlook for transportation, trade and Southern Alberta
- Saving time and money when moving goods across the Canada-US border
- Strengthening Souhern Alberta's trade and transportation corridor
- Rail connectivity and opportunities for regional growth
- Workforce attraction, development and retention
- Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies in logisitics
- Building a stronger regional ecosystem for manufacturing and logistics
- Alternative fuels, fleet technology and the future of transportation
- Industry, government and regional persepectives on the infrastructure needed to support growth
More sessions, speakers and detailed agenda coming soon!
CWG In Motion 2026 is designed for:
- Transportation and logistics companies
- Manufacturers, exporters and importers
- Supply chain professionals
- Economic development and municipal leaders
- Government and regulatory representatives
- Infrastructure and transportation partners
- Businesses looking to grow, invest or connect in Southern Alberta
Hotel Accomodations:
A limited block of rooms has been reserved at the Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge for CWG In Motion 2026 attendees. Rooms can be booked though the event room block until September 29, 2026, subject to availability.
Book your hotel accomodations here
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 89.25
