9 Alberta government MLAs are facing recall efforts. What’s going on?

Ottawa is set to clarify the controversial tanker ban in British Columbia, a law enacted in 2019 under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, which has faced significant criticism from the Alberta government. The ban restricts the transport of oil by tanker along the B.C. coast, raising tensions between the provinces over energy policies.

British Columbia Premier David Eby expressed strong discontent over the province's exclusion from discussions regarding a proposed pipeline from Alberta to B.C.'s northern coast, which he described as a project that 'doesn't actually exist.' Eby emphasized the need for B.C. to be included in any talks about the pipeline's future.

Nine members of Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative Party are currently facing recall petitions, a situation that could significantly alter the balance of power within the Alberta legislature. This development highlights growing discontent among constituents regarding the performance of these legislators.

Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that constructive discussions are ongoing with Alberta regarding a new oil pipeline to British Columbia's northern coast. This announcement comes amid speculation that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is nearing completion between the Alberta and federal governments to advance the project.