Western Economic Diversification Canada’s (WD) annual procurement strategy clarifies responsibilities and establishes the framework for the development, implementation and monitoring of the departments procurement activities. It is approved by WD’s Contract Review Committee.

WD’s Framework for Trade and Investment is closely aligned with the Government of Canada’s Global Commerce Strategy and clearly outlines WD's trade & investment related priorities and planned activities. 

Sustainable development is about meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. As a department focused on economic diversification, WD recognizes that sustainable development means taking a balanced approach to economic development that also integrates consideration of environmental impacts and the health and well being of Canadians.

WD's Sustainable Development Strategy 2007-2009:  Includes links to our Sustainable Development Strategy (SDS) 2007-2009 and a summary of its key components. You will also find updates on WD's activities in sustainable development, frequently asked questions, and links to other sustainable development sites.

Western Economic Diversification Canada is committed to the objectives of Section 41 of Part VII of Canada’s Official Languages Act to enhance the vitality and support the development of the English and French linguistic minority communities, and foster the full recognition and use of both English and French in Canadian Society. Consult the status reports for WD activities to date.

WD's Action Plan for the Implementation fo Section 41 of the Official Lanuguages Act is a multi-year plan which builds on the success of previous years and is enriched by feedback from the community as well as the development of a long-term strategy. This strategy is a comprehensive and integrated approach to entrepreneurship and business development in western Canada's francophone communities.

WD's annual Status Reports cover the activities and achievements presented in the multi-year Action Plan.

Western Economic Diversification Canada’s Government On-Line (GOL) vision is to provide products and services to western Canadians through all service delivery channels: in person, correspondence, fax, telephone, video-conferencing and the Internet. The on-line products and services complement existing methods of interacting with external clients. On-line services are developed when there is a demand from clients and they are deemed cost-effective.