Decision to fast-track $44B Alberta-B.C. oil pipeline expected soon
A decision is expected soon on whether to fast-track a $44 billion oil pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia, with potential construction starting in 2027. Ahead of this, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a $1.2 billion initiative to protect West Coast oceans.
Why it matters
This decision carries significant economic implications for Canada's energy sector and substantial environmental consequences for the West Coast, impacting both industrial development and conservation efforts.
Breadcrumb Trail Links Home Business Energy Local Business News Local News Share this Story : Vancouver Sun Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Decision to fast-track $44 billion Alberta-B.C. oil pipeline expected Thursday Prime Minister Mark Carney makes $1.2-billion announcement Tuesday to protect West Coast oceans ahead of the anticipated decision on proposed oil pipeline from Alberta to B.C.
Join the conversation B.C. Ferries terminal, Westshore coal terminal and Deltaport container facility at Roberts Bank in Delta Photo by Supplied: Vancouver Fraser Port / Vancouver Fraser Port Authority Article content Prime Minister Mark Carney made a $1.2 billion announcement on Tuesday to protect West Coast oceans, ahead of an expected decision to fast-track a proposed oil pipeline from Alberta to B.C. that could begin construction as early as the fall of 2027.
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