US EditionAlberta to launch panel tour to 'chart a path forward' amid new pipeline talk
ALBERTA, CANADA, JUN 25 – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith expects a private company to propose a pipeline to British Columbia's coast soon, aiming to boost oil exports amid federal-provincial tensions and rising production.
- Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is announcing next steps today in Calgary to challenge federal policies and launch the Alberta Next Panel.
- This follows Alberta's efforts to engage private companies, with Smith saying a pipeline proposal to British Columbia's northwest coast could emerge within weeks.
- Smith called for scrapping energy policies including the tanker ban and emissions cap to support pipeline projects and reduce separatist sentiment.
- She described the pipeline plan as the most reliable and cost-effective option among those that private companies are willing to pursue.
- The announcement aims to send a positive signal to Alberta's oil sector and test Prime Minister Carney's two-year infrastructure approval process.
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Smith launches panel to explore Alberta autonomy measures
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Albertans opposed to leaving CPP
After a 21-month wait, the Alberta government has released to Postmedia the results of its 2023 provincial pension plan engagement survey, which show nearly two-thirds of respondents were opposed to leaving the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), compared to 10 per cent in favour.
Smith expects new pipeline proposal within “weeks”
Source: Author: Quinn Patrick Alberta Premier Danielle Smith expects a major energy company will be bidding on a new pipeline to transport oil to the B.C. coast in the coming weeks.“I think there will be a private proponent,” Smith told Bloomberg News on Tuesday, adding that she expects a bid probably within “weeks.”The House of Commons passed Bill C-5 last week to accelerate the building of infrastructure, including pipelines.Thanks for reading…
Alberta Premier Unveils ‘Alberta Next Panel’ to Shape Province’s Future
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has introduced the Alberta Next Panel, tasked with gathering public input and developing proposals to “strengthen” provincial sovereignty within Canada. The panel will also recommend potential referendum questions for a province-wide vote set for 2026. The premier unveiled the list of panel members during a press conference in Calgary on June 24, saying they were selected to represent a range of sectors and offer e…
The working group will hold public discussions until October to gather ideas on provincial sovereignty within Canada.
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Alberta Next survey asks if province should withhold social services for immigrants
CALGARY — Whether Alberta should withhold social services from immigrants is among the issues Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is tabling for debate this summer when she travels the province to consult citizens on potential referendum questions.
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