The Canada Strong and Free Network Conference will be held at the Westin Calgary Airport Hotel on September 5 and 6.The event will bring together conservative leaders, activists, and policy thinkers, highlighting not only the challenges facing Western Canada but also its central role in building a “stronger, freer Canada.”Organizers say hosting the conference in Calgary underscores Western Canada’s vital contributions to national prosperity, while providing a forum to discuss the region’s economic drivers, cultural nuances, and political priorities.“As a long-standing national conversation that’s been front and centre in recent months, ‘The West’s place in Canada’ was a natural choice for the theme of CSFN Calgary, taking place this September,” said Adam Bolek, CSFN President and CEO.CSFN describes the conference as an opportunity for conservatives from across the country to exchange ideas, debate policy, and strengthen relationships..Conservative political conference to include Kenney interview, UCP debate.Covering topics from resource development and interprovincial trade to agricultural resilience, cultural identity, and national unity, CSFN will explore the defining issues for Western Canadians — and their place in the country’s future.“As an organization founded in the West, we feel a deep sense of responsibility to foster a space for thoughtful dialogue on the West’s role in the Canadian federation,” Bolek said.The conference opens on Sept. 5 with the Best Practices Forum and a series of training sessions on AI, fundraising, creative movements, and more, running from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Saturday, Sept. 6, will feature panels and keynote speakers, beginning with remarks from Bolek and CSFN chair Michael Binnion.The first panel, “Constitutional Law/Issues for Autonomy,” will be followed by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s taking centre stage, with Toronto Sun political columnist Brian Lilley moderating.A second panel, “Protecting Alberta’s Border: Approaches to Policing and Disrupting Illegal Goods,” featuring former Alberta Minister of Justice Doug Schweitzer will take place later in the day..Conservative conference to be held in Red Deer Friday to Saturday .Following that, National Post columnist Tristan Hopper, author of Don’t Be Canada: How One Country Did Everything Wrong All At Once, will deliver a keynote address.The book, which has been making waves, was described as “a shocking, darkly hilarious exploration of how Canada, a country once admired for its stability and moderation, became a global cautionary tale.”A panel on interprovincial trade will follow, and the evening will conclude with Lord Conrad Black of Crossharbour — renowned publisher, historian, and commentator — leading a discussion titled “Does Alberta Have a Distinct Identity?”Registration remains open.For more information on the CSFN Calgary 2025 conference and to purchase tickets, visit: https://canadastrongandfree.network/date/csfn-calgary-2025/
