Redford to attend international conference in Virginia
CBC News
Posted: May 29, 2012 8:40 PM MT
Last Updated: May 29, 2012 8:38 PM MT
Alberta Premier Alison Redford is travelling to Virginia this week to take part in the Bilderberg conference.
The invitation-only, closed-door meetings brings politicians together with leaders from areas including economics, finance, academia and industry.
According to a government news release, Redford will meet with a number of individuals to discuss topics like monetary policy, ecological challenges and responsible development of natural resources.
The cost of sending Redford and one staff member to the conference is $19,000.
The premier's attendance at the May 31 to June 3rd conference means she won't be in Alberta when federal NDP Leader Tom Mulcair visits the oilsands on Thursday.
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