The Future Lies West: How Alberta Will Lead Canada

Alberta stands at the cultural edge of Canada. While national conversations often centre on economic or political power, the deeper story lies in cultural capital—in-migration, fertility, marriage rates, educational strength, and more—where the trend lines all point in the same direction: Alberta is poised to lead the federation. Join Cardus CEO Michael Van Pelt on October 9, 2026, from noon to 2 PM in downtown Calgary (location to be announced) as he lays out the case for why Alberta's future is Canada's future and what it means for the country's next chapter. A panel discussion will follow, moderated by Cardus's President, Canada, Brian Dijkema, featuring journalist and The Line co-founder Jen Gerson; Cardus Quebec director Jean-Christophe Jasmin; and former Alberta minister of finance, the Hon. Travis Toews, to discuss and respond to Van Pelt's address.