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Alberta Pipeline Plans Gain Momentum Amid Supply Crunch

3/28/2026

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Interest is rising in a proposed Alberta-to-British Columbia oil pipeline as supply tightens from the Iran conflict.
The Trans Mountain Pipeline is near full capacity, prompting expansion calls.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says investors seek minority stakes in a pipeline for Asian markets.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government aims to streamline energy regulations and attract investment, while British Columbia Premier David Eby warns the plan could become an energy vampire.

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Story summary

Interest is rising in a proposed Alberta-to-British Columbia oil pipeline as supply tightens from the Iran conflict.
The Trans Mountain Pipeline is near full capacity, prompting expansion calls.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says investors seek minority stakes in a pipeline for Asian markets.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government aims to streamline energy regulations and attract investment, while British Columbia Premier David Eby warns the plan could become an energy vampire.