Carney's climate bargain: Pipeline deals and carbon capture vs public concern over wildfires

Prime Minister Mark Carney is betting that public outrage over extreme weather will fade by fall, allowing his government to push ahead with fossil fuel pipelines and carbon capture megaprojects without lasting political consequences. The article argues that Carney's real bargain is with voters, not Alberta, as he prioritizes appeasing separatist factions over climate action. The piece contrasts the lack of consultation on massive oil infrastructure with ongoing consultations on Canada's electricity strategy, pointing out that taxpayers are expected to cover 90% of the new pipeline cost. It notes that 80% of Canadians remain concerned about climate change, suggesting there is still room for a counter-narrative to challenge the government's current direction.