Ottawa et l’Alberta près d’une entente sur un nouvel oléoduc
AI Article Summary
Alberta and the federal government are nearing an agreement to construct a pipeline to British Columbia, despite the latter's strong opposition. An exemption to the oil tanker moratorium in British Columbia is being considered. Discussions also involve carbon capture and storage elements, causing tensions over environmental impacts and national unity.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project illustrates how planning and constructing pipelines in Alberta can be complex with significant political and environmental implications. For Canadian contractors, this could mean new opportunities in terms of financing and contracts related to prefabrication and supply chain management. Conversely, timelines and costs might be affected by political and regulatory challenges in British Columbia.