Province of Alberta

10/11/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/11/2025 14:39

Strengthening ties, energy security in Montana

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As part of ongoing efforts to ensure an affordable, reliable and sustainable power grid, Minister Neudorf will travel to Montana from Oct. 14-17. While there, he will meet with government officials and decision makers to discuss ways to enhance grid reliability through electrical interconnection relationships like the Montana-Alberta Tie Line.

Minister Neudorf will also attend the 2025 Big Sky Bright Future Economic Summit on Oct. 16 in Bozeman, MT to connect with industry leaders and experts on opportunities, challenges and technical developments in the electricity sector. This gathering also provides an opportunity to promote Alberta's competitive electricity market and business-friendly environment that make the province a destination of choice for investors and innovators.

"Electricity plays a significant role in our daily lives and meeting rising demands will require a collaborative approach. By strengthening Alberta's electrical ties with Montana, we're ensuring that families and businesses on both sides of the border will have access to affordable, reliable power for generations to come."

Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Affordability and Utilities

Mission expenses will be posted on the travel and expense disclosure page.

Quick facts

  • The 2025 Big Sky, Bright Future Economic Summit provides opportunities for electricity leaders, innovators and policymakers to collaborate on advancing affordable, reliable power to meet rising demands.

Itinerary for Minister Neudorf*

Oct. 14

  • Travel to Montana

Oct. 15

  • Meeting with Montana Governor's office
  • Meeting with Chair of Montana Energy Task Force and Montana Department of Environmental Quality Energy Bureau Chief
  • Meeting with Montana Public Service Utility Commissioners

Oct. 16

  • Attend the 2025 Big Sky, Bright Future Economic Summit

Oct. 17

  • Meeting with Vice President of NorthWestern Energy
  • Meeting with state government and business representatives
  • Return to Alberta

*Subject to change.

Related information

  • 2025 Big Sky, Bright Future Economic Summit

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