The Conservative Party is pressing the federal government to approve a pipeline from Alberta to the Pacific immediately, without delays or carbon taxes. Party leader Pierre Poilievre argues that such a move would strengthen the Canadian dollar, increase take-home pay, and make energy, food, and housing more affordable for Canadians.
Poilievre criticized a recent federal memorandum, which he says only commits to reviewing a pipeline proposal over the next seven months, followed by two more years of study, with the potential for the British Columbia Premier to veto the project. He described these delays as unnecessary and unconstitutional, pointing out that the federal government has exclusive authority over interprovincial pipelines under Section 92(10)(a) of the Constitution.
The Conservative leader also singled out the Liberal Industrial Carbon Tax, arguing it discourages energy production, reduces paycheques, and increases the cost of living. He says repealing the tax and granting pipeline permits would unlock trillions in private sector energy investment and allow Canada to ship oil to Asia at world prices.
Framing the solution simply, Poilievre said the Prime Minister should “get out of the way” and allow the pipeline to proceed. He maintains that this step is critical to achieving a self-reliant, secure, and prosperous Canadian economy, while ensuring the country can access global markets for its energy resources.
