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13 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Premiers huddle with Carney in Saskatoon to choose major projects to prioritize
SASKATOON — British Columbia is pushing back against Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's proposal for a bitumen pipeline to B.C.'s northern coast. It's expected to be a focus of Prime Minister Mark Carney's meeting with premiers in Saskatoon Monday, where the assembled leaders are discussing a draft list of "national interest" projects to be fast-tracked through the approval process. Smith said any list that doesn't include new pipelines would send a bad message to Alberta as separatist sentiment flares up in that province. Smith said she wants to see a bitumen pipeline built to ship oil to the Port of Prince Rupert on B.C.'s northern coast. B.C. deputy premier Niki Sharma pointed out Monday that Smith's pipeline proposal has "no proponent at this stage" and said her province is pursuing "shovel-ready" projects. "Although we have differences of opinion with respect to that, we're focused on where we can find alignment," Sharma said on her way into Monday's meeting. "We're going to be focused on shovel-ready projects in B.C. that we can bring forward and we know will have a really solid impact on the economy." B.C. Premier David Eby is not at the meeting. He is in Asia for a preplanned trade mission. Smith said that nine federal policies, including the oil and gas emissions cap and the tanker ban on B.C.'s northern coast, discourage companies from proposing pipeline projects in Canada. She wants the Carney government to eliminate those polices. "The problem is unless we address the nine terrible policies that have damaged investor confidence, we're not going to get the proponents coming forward with major investments," she said. Carney vowed during the election campaign to slash federal approval times on major infrastructure projects in the "national interest" to help make the country an "energy superpower" as the country adjusts to ever-changing tariffs imposed by the U.S. Legislation to make that infrastructure push a reality is expected to be introduced in the House of Commons as early as this week. "We're in the process of redefining our relationship with the United States," Carney said at the beginning of Monday's meeting. "That's what this meeting is about, building a stronger Canadian economy, a one Canadian economy." The prime minister and the premiers are keeping the full list of big projects under discussion a secret because they don't want to send negative signals about anything that doesn't make the short list. On his way into the meeting Monday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the idea of a pipeline to B.C.'s northern coast would be discussed. "Hopefully we can get it out west, so we can get to the Asian market, but we have to get it north and we have to get it east as well," Ford said. Ford said it's "absolutely critical" that Canada expand its export markets. The Ring of Fire mining project in northern Ontario is among Ford's main priorities heading into the meeting. The first ministers are also expected to discuss breaking down interprovincial trade barriers, which would make it easier to purchase Canadian-made goods from other provinces and territories. Many provinces, including Quebec and Ontario, are coming to the table with legislation that would eliminate some of these longstanding obstacles to internal trade. — With files from Rob Drinkwater in Edmonton This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025. Kyle Duggan and Jeremy Simes, The Canadian Press Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Hamilton Spectator
13 hours ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Premiers huddle with Carney in Saskatoon to choose major projects to prioritize
SASKATOON - The first in-person meeting between Canada's premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney since the federal election got underway in Saskatoon Monday morning, with provinces pitching major projects they think should get fast-tracked. Carney vowed during the election campaign to slash federal approval times on major infrastructure projects in the 'national interest' to help make the country an 'energy superpower.' Legislation to make that a reality is expected to be introduced in the House of Commons as early as this week. The prime minister and the premiers are keeping the full list of big projects under discussion a secret because they don't want to send negative signals about anything that doesn't make the short list. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said recently she wants to see an oil pipeline extended to B.C.'s northern coast at Prince Rupert. B.C. deputy premier Niki Sharma pointed out Monday that Smith's pipeline proposal has 'no proponent at this stage' and her province is pursuing 'shovel-ready' projects. 'Although we have differences of opinion with respect to that, we're focused on where we can find alignment,' Sharma said on her way into the meeting. 'We're going to be focused on shovel-ready projects in B.C. that we can bring forward and we know will have a really solid impact on the economy.' B.C. Premier David Eby is not at the meeting. He is in Asia for a preplanned trade mission. On his way into the meeting Monday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the idea of a pipeline to B.C.'s northern coast would be discussed. 'Hopefully we can get it out west, so we can get to the Asian market, but we have to get it north and we have to get it east as well,' Ford said. Ford said it's 'absolutely critical' that Canada expand its export markets. The Ring of Fire mining project in northern Ontario is one of Ford's main priorities heading into the meeting. The first ministers are also expected to discuss breaking down interprovincial trade barriers, which would make it easier to purchase Canadian-made goods from other provinces and territories. Many provinces, including Quebec and Ontario, are coming to the table with legislation that would eliminate some of these longstanding obstacles to internal trade. — With files from Rob Drinkwater in Edmonton This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Global News
17 hours ago
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- Global News
Carney, premiers set to meet to pitch major projects to prioritize
Canada's premiers are meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney in person for the first time since the federal election to pitch which major projects they think should get quickly tracked. The recent campaign saw Carney vow to slash federal approval times on major infrastructure projects considered to be in the national interest to help make the country an 'energy superpower.' The full list of big industrial projects they're discussing is being kept secret, since they don't want to send a bad signal about anything that doesn't make the short list. 4:27 Ontario, Saskatchewan sign free trade agreement in effort to boost economy amid Canada-U.S. tensions But Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his pick is the Ring of Fire mining project in northern Ontario, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she wants to see the Port of Prince Rupert become a major trade corridor. Story continues below advertisement The prime ministers are also expected to discuss breaking down interprovincial trade barriers, which would make it easier to purchase Canadian-made goods from other provinces and territories. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Many provinces, including Quebec and Ontario, are coming to the table with legislation already put forward that would eliminate some of these longstanding blocks to internal trade. — With files from Rob Drinkwater in Edmonton
Winnipeg Free Press
21 hours ago
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
Premiers huddle with Carney in Saskatoon to decide what major projects to prioritize
SASKATOON – Canada's premiers are meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney in person for the first time since the federal election to pitch which major projects they think should get fast tracked. The recent campaign saw Carney vow to slash federal approval times on major infrastructure projects considered to be in the national interest to help make the country an 'energy superpower.' The full list of big industrial projects they're discussing is being kept secret, since they don't want to send a bad signal about anything that doesn't make the short list. But Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his pick is the Ring of Fire mining project in northern Ontario, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she wants to see the Port of Prince Rupert become a major trade corridor. The first ministers are also expected to discuss breaking down interprovincial trade barriers, which would make it easier to purchase Canadian-made goods from other provinces and territories. Many provinces, including Quebec and Ontario, are coming to the table with legislation already put forward that would eliminate some of these longstanding blocks to internal trade. — With files from Rob Drinkwater in Edmonton This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Mark Carney warns that ‘foreign threats' mean Canada needs to move faster
There is a need for speed. That's the message from Prime Minister Mark Carney as he convenes the premiers Sunday in Saskatoon. Carney told the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in Ottawa on Friday that he wants to work with the provinces to fast-track the building of housing on a massive scale in Canada as well as accelerating 'nation-building' projects and streamlining environmental assessments. Without mentioning U.S. President Donald Trump's name, the prime minister prompted laughter from mayors when he underscored the importance of Canada moving quickly to make its economy more resilient. 'In face of foreign threats — no prize for guessing what I'm saying, I'm trying to learn some diplomacy from the King,' he said, referring to King Charles, who delivered Monday's throne speech, 'a core priority of this government is to build projects of national significance, projects that reinforce our country's resilience, projects that connect Canada, projects that partner with Indigenous Peoples, that diversify our trading partners and create a more sustainable future for all.' Carney cited potential projects like the long-discussed high-speed rail line between Windsor and Quebec City, upgrades to ports and other infrastructure as key to diversifying Canada's trading relationships and reducing its reliance on the U.S. 'We will move from delay to delivery, ensuring that the Canadian government becomes a catalyst for, not an impediment to, nation building projects that will supercharge growth in communities both large and small,' he said. That was music to the ears of Premier Doug Ford, who would like to expedite the Ring of Fire mining project in northern Ontario and new nuclear reactors, among other big-ticket priorities. 'He wants to work collaboratively,' Ford said of Carney, noting that was not always the case with former prime minister Justin Trudeau. 'The previous government and previous prime minister didn't show enough love, in my opinion, to Alberta and Saskatchewan. We have to be a united country,' said the Ontarian, who chairs the Council of the Federation. 'I believe (Carney) is creating that environment of making sure that we build large national infrastructure projects,' he said, expressing hope the prime minister will revisit Trudeau's Impact Assessment Act that limits pipeline construction and is unpopular in Alberta and Saskatchewan. 'As long as you have Bill C-69 it's like five steps forward, 10 steps backwards. We should all be in agreement right across the country, you can't move forward as long as you have Bill C-69.' Ford's comments at Queen's Park come as his Progressive Conservative government is in the midst of pushing through its controversial Bill 5 that would limit environmental assessments and create 'special economic zones' exempt from many municipal and provincial rules to speed up infrastructure projects. Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler said last-minute government amendments aimed at easing Indigenous That has raised concerns from some Indigenous leaders that First Nation treaty rights are being violated, which could lead to protests. 'I had a great meeting with Chief (Abram) Benedict last week when I had him over to the house. This isn't about hurting First Nations. This is about giving them an opportunity,' Ford said of the Ontario Regional Chief. 'We're always going to respect treaty rights. We're always going to have duty to consult but let's look across the country,' he said. 'Forget political stripes. We have ... NDP Premier (David) Eby (in British Columbia) saying we have to move on this. We have a Liberal government (in Ottawa) that's saying it's ridiculous it takes 15 years (to approve a mine). Either make changes or you fall behind and you get destroyed by the rest of the world that will eat our lunch.' Carney suggested in an interview earlier this week with David Cochrane on CBC Power and Politics that he is prepared to release a list of projects that would be fast-tracked after the summit. Ahead of the meeting, Quebec Premier François Legault told reporters he believes the federal government should help foot the bill for Quebec's planned expansion of hydroelectrical developments in Labrador. Already several First Nations leaders have suggested they want a greater say in what developments get the green light. Carney's governing agenda, laid out in the throne speech Tuesday pledged that Ottawa would work with Indigenous groups. 'As Canada moves forward with nation-building projects, the government will always be firmly guided by the principle of free, prior, and informed consent,' it said, echoing the principle enshrined in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Natan Obed, leader of the national group representing Inuit people, the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, said in an interview that Ottawa's requirement to consult, work with and obtain the consent of Inuit communities is 'baked into' the modern-day treaties that govern the relationship between the federal government and the Inuit. He has appealed to Carney to include Indigenous leaders in talks with the premiers in Saskatoon. 'We recognize as Inuit that there will be issues that first ministers will need to discuss with the Canadian prime minister' that deal with their particular concerns, but he said 'there are shared interests, and there's shared governance and we have to be a part of these conversations that will lead to decisions that are made on behalf of all Canadians.'
