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Alberta’s premier is poised to unveil a bold plan for a million-barrel-a-day West Coast pipeline, a cornerstone of Canada’s push to become an energy superpower and strengthen ties with Ottawa amid political friction. The project, tied to a May federal-provincial deal with a July 1 deadline, seeks to diversify exports—especially to Asia—and could unlock new investment if designated a “national interest” project by October 2026. Yet, major obstacles loom: private sector funding remains uncertain, and the proposed route faces fierce resistance from First Nations and environmental groups, particularly in British Columbia, where a tanker ban stands. BC’s premier opposes lifting the ban, while the federal government hints at amendments as part of the deal. Crucially, the Prime Minister has tied pipeline approval to oilsands companies committing to a massive carbon capture network—adding both pressure and potential leverage to the complex, high-stakes negotiation.

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