Energy transition may result in job losses, says renewable energy expert
As Canada transitions to a reliance on cleaner energy, the energy’s self-efficiency could mean the loss of future Canadian energy jobs, says one expert. “The fossil fuel economy is an employment-rich economy [compared to] the renewable economy,” said Warren Mabee, a Queen’s University professor who holds a Canada research chair in renewable energy development and […]
Feds’ fight over carbon tax with Ford could help Trudeau score points, say NDP, Liberal politicos
Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s fight with the feds over the carbon tax delivers the Trudeau government the kind of political opposition that could work to its favour, say some Liberal- and NDP-connected politicos, while some Tory insiders say that the growing provincial opposition will help strengthen the Conservatives’ appeal federally. “The Liberals like the fight […]
Trans Mountain, capital flight and bank law put Finance Minister Bill Morneau atop the May lobbying list
Finance Minister Bill Morneau was the most lobbied cabinet minister in May, and lobbyists say his move up the list may have something to do with the government’s decision to buy the Trans Mountain Pipeline. Lobbyists communicated with designated public office holders 2,538 times in May. Mr. Morneau (Toronto Centre, Ont) was lobbied 22 times in […]
Like father, like son? Is Justin Trudeau the keeper of his father’s legacy?
MONTREAL—To mark the 50th anniversary of the election of Pierre Trudeau’s first government, Radio-Canada’s version of CBC’s The Current set out to look back on what it called 50 years of Trudeauism. But can the last half-century of federal governance—including nearly two decades of Conservative rule—really be summed up as the pursuit of a so-called […]
In praise of political pragmatism
OAKVILLE, ONT.—Ideological principles can be wonderful things, but they also tend to be delicate, so delicate, in fact, they rarely survive for long when released into the wilds of politics. Once they fall into the clutches of politicians they’re either callously abandoned by the roadside to die or else cruelly twisted into something that barely […]
Indigenous participation essential in Canada’s mining sector
The Indigenous Relations policy briefing in The Hill Times (June 18, pp. 17-29) rightly focused on the significant role Indigenous peoples play in Canada’s resource economy. The mining sector, more than any other, has seen firsthand the positive impact of Indigenous relationships and partnerships. The mining industry is one of the largest private sector employers […]
Why the Métis Nation supports the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project
The May 28 issue of this newspaper featured a joint op-ed from the leadership of the Métis Nation and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in support of the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion project. The Métis Nation supports major projects that can balance economic growth and environmental protection and ensure meaningful participation of Métis communities in their […]
Canadians get raw deal on Kinder Morgan pipeline buy
With the Canadian government’s purchase of the Kinder Morgan Trans Mountain pipeline, oil producers in Western Canada are not losing any money; the only ones losing money are Canadian taxpayers. In fact, production in the Alberta oilsands is going up and companies are making more profits. Considering that production is going up, it must mean […]
Climate leader? Trudeau needs to walk the talk
Never before has the health of our global climate and environment been in such a precarious position. The fight against climate change is one of our generation’s biggest challenges, and the world needs Canada to show leadership. The Prime Minister has repeatedly claimed, in Canada and abroad, that Canada will be a leader in fighting […]
Respect provincial laws to ensure the highest standard applies
During the last electoral campaign, the Liberal Party’s platform stated that a Trudeau government would respect provincial and municipal authority before authorizing oil or pipeline projects. “While governments grant permits for resource development, only communities can grant permission.” So the Liberals said—before the elections. In Bill C-69, the government has decided not to take into […]
