Carney Announces Major Pipeline Project in Alberta Oilsands
Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Fort McMurray in Alberta's oilsands region to make a major infrastructure announcement alongside Premier Danielle Smith.
The proposed west-coast pipeline will receive 'project of national interest' status, according to The Globe. This comes just 18 days ahead of a referendum on Alberta's future.
Carney's visit is significant as it marks his first stop in the province since establishing his energy credentials with a pipeline announcement this summer. He is expected to discuss the growth of the oilsands through the lens of his childhood, crediting scientists, entrepreneurs, governments, and skilled workers for their contributions.
The visit has sparked a mix of reactions from locals, with some welcoming the investment cycle and others expressing concerns about the environmental impact.