Alberta reinforces U.S. energy partnership

Two governments and the Oil Sands Alliance unveiled a memorandum of understanding to create a framework for oilsands operators to increase production and build the Pathways carbon capture network in northern Alberta. Alberta then submitted its plan to the federal Major Projects Office for approval of a proposed million-barrel-a-day pipeline to transport…

Two sentences: Alberta energy leaders say the federal government’s Major Projects Office process and related approvals are contributing to a sense of optimism that major pipeline and energy infrastructure projects could move forward, beyond mere talk. The article notes Alberta’s plan to seek approval for a million-barrel-per-day oil pipeline to the B.C.…

The article reports that Alberta’s renewables sector is still recovering from a 2023 seven-month moratorium and subsequent policy changes that introduced new rules and costs, creating investor uncertainty. The provincial government contends renewables investment remains strong, highlighting Alberta’s share of Canada’s renewables growth and stating a…

Two co-authors argue that the federal government should lead a nationwide East Coast pipeline expansion, building on the West Coast project to move Alberta oil to British Columbia and potentially to Saint John, NB, with Indigenous partnerships and coast-to-coast benefits in mind. They describe political support from New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt,…

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith declares a hard no to taxing or cutting off oil shipments to the United States, saying such actions would be devastating for Canada and stating she will fight any such moves. The piece notes reactions from Ontario Premier Doug Ford, NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi, and recent polling showing Smith's approval rising, while it…

Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggested embargoing oil (and potash) exports to the U.S. in retaliation against tariffs, a move met with opposition from Alberta and Saskatchewan leaders. The article notes that the proposed 50% tariffs would mostly affect Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia, with Alberta and Saskatchewan largely spared, and discusses…

The U.S. ambassador to Canada said Prime Minister Mark Carney offered to ship three to four million additional barrels of oil to the U.S. during last fall’s White House trade talks as part of a preliminary deal. The article also notes ongoing discussions and mentions a Bridger Pipeline plan to increase Alberta-to-Wyoming oil exports, with a decision…

The U.S. ambassador to Canada said Prime Minister Mark Carney offered to ship three to four million additional barrels of oil to the U.S. during last fall’s White House trade talks as part of a preliminary deal. The article notes ongoing discussions and mentions expedited permitting for Bridger Pipeline and future oil export potential from Saskatchewan…