The April 1 deadline tied to the Alberta–Ottawa energy memorandum of understanding (MOU) was supposed to be the first big test of whether this grand bargain between the federal government and Alberta was real.
In a narrow sense, the deal is already stumbling. But despite what some are calling an “early snag,” or even a deal “gone off the tracks,” there’s plenty to suggest the broader effort is sti...
The Alberta-Ottawa energy MOU is a potential turning point in the long-standing tension between the federal government's climate targets and Alberta's focus on economic development. The shift in tone from conflicting priorities to a shared desire for progress is significant, as is the increased engagement of industry leaders in the discussion. However, the delay in meeting initial targets and the ongoing negotiations on complex issues such as carbon pricing and carbon capture projects suggest th...