Smith and Ford to Meet in Calgary Over Energy Policy Amidst US Trade Tensions

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford are scheduled to meet in Calgary today to discuss energy policy. Their discussion comes as Canada navigates an ongoing tariff war with the United States, which has led to fluctuating politics and conflicts. Smith has emphasized the need to get more oil to the British Columbia coast and from there to markets in Asia.

Smith has taken a firm stance on not using oil as leverage in the tariff battle with U.S. President Donald Trump. However, Ford has publicly stated that he does not agree with keeping oil off the table, but both premiers agree that more oil needs to flow within Canada.