The Canadian federal government and Alberta are discussing a new oil pipeline to the West Coast, potentially easing carbon pricing requirements to secure the deal. This move creates a political tug-of-war as British Columbia weighs the economic benefits of infrastructure against climate commitments. While the business case for a new million-barrel pipeline remains disputed, the project has become a focal point for provincial negotiations. B.C. may leverage its position to secure federal funding for LNG and critical minerals projects in exchange for pipeline support.
