Alberta's Top 10 Business Stories of 2025
A look back at Alberta's tumultuous 2025 business landscape, dominated by U.S. tariffs, a landmark energy MOU, and major corporate battles. Explore the year's defining moments.
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New Pipeline MOU Criticized as Investment Killer
An analysis of the recent Ottawa-Alberta pipeline MOU reveals it creates new hurdles for development while failing to address key barriers like the tanker ban and Indigenous veto power.
Alberta Separation Sentiment Driven by Tory Failures
Columnist Chris Nelson argues that Alberta's separatist feelings are rooted in repeated federal Conservative Party failures, not just Liberal mistrust. This dynamic led Premier Danielle Smith to sign an energy MOU with PM Mark Carney.
Alberta's Data Centre Boom Powered by Natural Gas
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta's $100 billion data centre goal is now attainable after federal Clean Electricity Regulations were suspended, paving the way for natural gas power. Read more.
Eby's MOU Christmas joke before premiers meet PM
B.C. Premier David Eby lightens the mood with a holiday quip about MOUs before a key meeting with Canada's Prime Minister. Get the details on the upcoming talks and provincial priorities.
Poilievre dismisses Smith-Carney pipeline MOU as 'phoney'
Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's dismissal of the Alberta-Ottawa pipeline MOU creates political tension with Premier Danielle Smith, who hailed the deal as a major achievement. Analysis of the rift.
Alberta-Ottawa Deal: Beyond Pipelines to Economic Superpower
The new Alberta-Ottawa MOU opens a path for a pipeline but signals a deeper shift. Analysis shows how Alberta's resources and industrial capacity can position Canada as a global economic leader in a competitive world. Read more.
Climate advisers quit over Alberta pipeline MOU with Smith
Key federal climate advisers resign, citing concerns over PM Carney's pipeline agreement with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith. The move highlights tensions in Canada's climate policy.
Citizen Letters: Basic Income Call, Climate Setback, Charge Move
Ottawa Citizen readers call for a Guaranteed Basic Income to tackle poverty, criticize the Canada-Alberta energy MOU as a climate setback, and suggest relocating the Ottawa Charge to Kanata. Read the latest community voices.
First Nations leader calls federal budget a 'significant setback'
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak criticizes the 2025 federal budget and a federal-provincial energy MOU, citing a lack of consultation and threat to Indigenous rights.
Smith's Ottawa deal faces UCP crowd backlash, stalls separatists
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's new MOU with Ottawa was met with boos at the UCP AGM, highlighting party divisions. However, the agreement is seen as a significant setback for the separatist movement within the province. Read the analysis.
Carney's Liberal Party shift to centre with Alberta energy deal
Prime Minister Mark Carney's MOU with Alberta signals a pragmatic turn for the Liberals, moving away from Steven Guilbeault's hardline environmental policies. The deal aims to balance energy investment with climate goals.
Carney's Pipeline Deal Splits Liberals, Guilbeault Exits
PM Mark Carney's oil pipeline MOU with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith triggers a cabinet resignation and signals a major rightward shift for the Liberals, risking their traditional base. Analysis by Raphaël Melançon.
Cabinet shuffle follows Guilbeault resignation over pipeline MOU
Prime Minister Mark Carney prepares a cabinet shuffle after Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault resigns in protest of a new oil pipeline agreement with Alberta. Details on the political fallout.
Smith's Leadership Moment Amid MOU Controversy
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith addresses criticism over excluding coastal First Nations and BC's premier from key MOU discussions. A pivotal moment for her leadership.
Guilbeault's Political Future Uncertain After Pipeline Deal
Steven Guilbeault faces political crossroads after pipeline MOU between Carney and Smith. Readers debate his future and Alberta's healthcare reforms in latest letters.
Historic Alberta-Ottawa Energy Agreement Signed
Calgary Chamber CEO Deborah Yedlin analyzes the groundbreaking energy MOU between Alberta and federal governments, calling it crucial for Canada's economic future and productivity growth.
Guilbeault: No Climate Policy Rollback After Alberta MOU
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault insists federal climate policy remains firm despite a new energy agreement with Alberta. Get the latest details on this developing story.
Carney-Smith Pipeline Deal Creates Uncertainty
Analysis of the Carney-Smith pipeline MOU reveals both regulatory concessions and new environmental hurdles that may still block construction. Discover the details.
Guilbeault resigns as Alberta secures pipeline MOU
Steven Guilbeault's resignation from Liberal cabinet emerges as significant victory for Alberta in new pipeline memorandum of understanding. Read about the political implications.
Guilbeault resigns, Carney signs Alberta pipeline MOU
Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault resigns from cabinet as PM Mark Carney signs a major energy agreement with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, setting conditions for a new oil pipeline.
Eby: Pipeline MOU a 'Distraction' from Real Projects
BC Premier David Eby dismisses pipeline memorandum as distraction while First Nations leaders reaffirm tanker ban stance. Get the latest on energy policy developments.
Canada-Alberta MOU Paves Way for New Oil Pipeline
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith signed a pivotal MOU to establish Canada as an energy superpower, clearing the path for a new pipeline. Read the details.
B.C. Awaits Details of Federal-Alberta Energy Deal
British Columbia's government remains uninformed about the specifics of a major energy MOU between Ottawa and Alberta, with Premier David Eby's administration preparing to push back.
Alberta Premier Smith Negotiating MOU with Ottawa
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reveals ongoing MOU negotiations with the federal government, seeking pipeline expansion and addressing unpaid oil and gas taxes affecting rural municipalities.
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