Carney-Smith Deal Hints at West Coast Pipeline Approval by 2027
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Carney are reportedly close to announcing a deal that would see approval for construction of an Alberta pipeline to the west coast by September 1, 2027.
The Carney-Smith deal is expected to include good news for the pipeline, with sources saying that the federal government has agreed to use their best efforts to get to this date.
This is a significant development for Albertans, who have been waiting for a clear commitment on the construction of a west coast pipeline. The pipeline proposal will be submitted by Alberta to the feds by the end of June.
Pierre Poilievre, leader of the federal Conservative Party, has expressed skepticism about Carney's commitment, saying that he wants a pipeline permit within 100 days and for the pipeline to be under construction before Christmas.