Alberta demands pipeline approval by fall after Venezuela conflict
Premier Danielle Smith calls for urgent federal approval of a new heavy oil pipeline to B.C., citing U.S. action in Venezuela as a direct threat to Canada's energy market share.
Premier Danielle Smith calls for urgent federal approval of a new heavy oil pipeline to B.C., citing U.S. action in Venezuela as a direct threat to Canada's energy market share.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for federal approval of a heavy oil pipeline to B.C. by fall, citing U.S. actions in Venezuela as a direct threat to Canada's energy market share. Read the urgent appeal.
Rory Johnston of Commodity Context warns U.S. actions in Venezuela could depress oil prices further, with mixed impacts for Canadian energy companies. Read the analysis.
Analysis: Despite PM Mark Carney's push for energy projects, market volatility, climate policy, and geopolitics create major risks. Experts argue private firms assess these better than governments.
Energy expert Jack Mintz argues Canada's oil sector can withstand Venezuela's renewed U.S. exports, citing Alberta's efficiency and Venezuela's deep-seated challenges. Read the analysis.
Analysis of Venezuela's turbulent oil sector, renewed U.S. engagement, and the strategic implications for Canada's energy industry and foreign policy. Read more.
Canadian oil producers saw billions wiped off their value after U.S. plans for Venezuelan oil sparked investor fears. Industry leaders call it an 'overreaction' as uncertainty looms.
A business professor predicts Venezuelan crude could be processed at the Irving Oil refinery in Saint John and head to the U.S. market within 12 months. Get the latest analysis on this potential energy shift.
The Trump administration's plan to flood markets with Venezuelan crude, aiming for $50 oil, creates new pressure for Canada's critical energy sector. Explore the implications.
President Donald Trump convenes a who's who of American oil executives, including Harold Hamm, to discuss rebuilding Venezuela's energy sector. Key details on the high-stakes meeting.
Chinese refiners are seeking Canadian crude as a replacement for sanctioned Venezuelan oil, with China buying nearly 40% of Canada's seaborne exports in 2025. Discover the market shift.
The U.S.-backed change in Venezuela puts Canada's oil exports at risk, highlighting an urgent need for trade diversification and infrastructure investment. Read the analysis.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet with Western energy executives to secure investment for rebuilding Venezuela's crumbling oil sector. Read the full story.
Global oil prices fell sharply after the Trump administration's move to divert Venezuelan crude from China, sparking diplomatic tensions and market reactions. Read the full analysis.
The potential return of Venezuelan oil to global markets could benefit U.S. Gulf Coast refiners while posing a competitive threat to Canadian heavy crude producers. Analysis of the shifting energy landscape.
Mergers and acquisitions in Canada's upstream oil and gas sector surged to an eight-year high in 2025, with over $30 billion in deals. Analysts predict a slowdown in 2026. Read the full analysis.
A leading economist says Venezuelan crude can only fill a small fraction of Canadian oil exports in the near term, impacting global markets. Read the full analysis.
The U.S. and Venezuela reach a landmark deal for up to $2 billion in crude oil exports, redirecting shipments from China. President Trump announces the agreement, which follows the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Experts say concerns that Canadian oil exports will be displaced by Venezuelan crude are premature. Canada's deep integration with U.S. refineries and Venezuela's infrastructure challenges provide a buffer.
Following the arrest of Venezuela's president, U.S. plans to revive its oil industry could challenge Canadian energy investments. Explore the global reserve shift and market implications.
Following the arrest of Venezuela's president, U.S. plans to revitalize its oil industry could sideline Canadian firms. Explore the implications for Canada's energy sector.
U.S. actions in Venezuela strengthen the political argument for a new Canadian pipeline to the Pacific, aiming to diversify oil exports to Asian markets. Read the analysis.
PM Mark Carney says Canadian oil remains competitive despite Venezuela's political shift, while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urges swift pipeline approval to secure new markets.
President Trump's push to unlock Venezuelan crude is strengthening the political argument for a new Canadian pipeline to diversify oil exports to Asia. Learn how this impacts Canada's energy strategy.
PM Mark Carney asserts Canada's energy sector will remain competitive following political changes in Venezuela. Analysis of oil price forecasts and market dynamics.
A new report from Deloitte predicts oil will average US$58 a barrel in 2026 due to a persistent supply glut, while natural gas prices in Alberta show an upward trend. Read the full analysis.
Deloitte warns of a major oil oversupply in 2026, pressuring prices despite geopolitical risks. Canada's heavy crude and natural gas sectors face divergent paths.
Industry experts react to Trump's Venezuela coup, urging Canada to aggressively attract energy investment. Analysis of oil market impacts and Canada's strategic opportunity.
Industry experts react to Trump's Venezuela coup and oil talk, urging Canada to boost energy investment. Key analysis on market shifts and domestic implications.
A political shift in Venezuela could flood markets with heavy crude, undercutting Canadian oil prices and investment. Explore the potential risks for Alberta's economy.