Western Economic Diversification Canada
Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) promotes the development and diversification of the economy of Western Canada and advances the interests of the West in national economic policy, program and project development and implementation
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Services for business
Business development initiatives support a competitive and expanded business sector in Western Canada and support a network of community-based organizations that offer business information, small loans or assist with access to small business financing.
Services for not-for-profit organizations
Funding is available to not-for-profit organizations for projects that support at least one of WD's project activities: innovation, business development and entrepreneurship and community economic development.
Services for academic and research projects
WD focuses its efforts on programs and investments that strengthen innovation, foster a competitive and expanded business sector, and contribute to economic development in communities across the West.
Services for communities
WD invests in community-driven projects and other initiatives designed to increase productivity and competitiveness, and improve the quality of life in western communities.
What we are doing
Laws and regulations
Publications
- Departmental Performance Report 2014-2015
- Report on Plans and Priorities 2016-2017
- Western Economic Diversification Canada’s Quarterly Financial Report for the quarter ended June 30, 2016
- Access to Information Act - Annual Report to Parliament 2015-2016
- Privacy Act - Annual Report to Parliament 2015-2016
Features
West at a Glance
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This monthly report brings together key information related to the western Canadian economy
Canada 150
![The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program](/web/20170404215639im_/https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/wd-deo/images/features/20150625-1-en.jpg)
The Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program
10 Ways the West Means Business
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Infographic on 10 ways the West Means Business
Corporate information
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Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development
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