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The Border Policy Research Institute
The Border Policy Research Institute (BPRI) at Western Washington University is a multidisciplinary institute that undertakes research to inform policy-makers on matters related to the Canada–United States border, particularly in the Cascadia region.
Priority focus areas include:
- Border management
- Economic relationships
- Cross-border mobility
- Cross-border collaboration
Western Washington University established the BPRI in 2005 after September 11th transformed border relations and security. The BPRI continues to promote research, academic programs, and public programming on critical policy issues affecting border crossings between British Columbia and Washington State. We work closely with cognate programs at the university and collaborate with many public and private entities throughout the region.
BPRI Series: Trade & Tariffs in WA State
Trust, Tension, and Action at the Border: Regional Cross-Border Collaboration in an Age of Uncertainty
The cross-border region connecting British Columbia and Washington State has long benefited from strong relationships of trust and cooperation. From the protection of our shared environment to the interdependency of our economy to our robust sports rivalries, the vitality and resilience of the region is affected by our cross-border connections, many of which are facing novel challenges. This webinar will discuss how increased tensions are impacting these connections and the efforts to overcome them, including recent legislation aimed at recognizing the interconnected relations between Canada and the people of Washington State
When:
Wed, Jun 11 2025, 4 - 5pm
Location:
Online: Zoom
Price:
Free