India, Aug. 18 -- The leader of the Canadian province of Alberta has said she wants to "build" on the relationship with India.

In a message to the Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC), Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said, "Alberta is excited to build on our long-standing ties with India, pursuing new avenues for trade and collaboration."

That message was sent to mark the 4th Invest India Invest Canada networking forum organised in Alberta on Saturday evening. The event was held in Edmonton, capital of the province.

Alberta has already appointed a parliamentary secretary in the provincial government to lead its India Trade Advisory Committee. Shane Getson, who chairs the committee, in a message, said, "Alberta is committed to deepe...