Mark Carney reaches deal with Alberta for oil pipeline opposed by First Nations

Prime Minister Mark Carney has experienced a significant political setback as a cabinet minister resigned following a controversial agreement with Alberta to suspend certain climate-change regulations related to oil and gas carbon emissions. This decision has drawn criticism from environmental advocates and raised concerns about the government's commitment to climate action.

Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Steven Guilbeault has resigned from his cabinet position following the signing of a pipeline deal between Mark Carney and Alberta. This resignation marks a significant shift in the political landscape, particularly for Guilbeault, who previously served as the federal environment minister.

Canada has announced a rollback of climate regulations, including the elimination of an emissions cap on the oil and gas sector, as part of a deal with Alberta aimed at boosting investments in the energy industry. This decision has sparked criticism from environmental advocates and raises concerns about the country's commitment to climate goals.

Canadian Defence Minister Anita Anand announced that Canada has no plans to re-engage with Iran, emphasizing the country's focus on preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons and encouraging diplomatic engagement with the United States.

Ottawa and Alberta have reached a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance a pipeline project that will transport bitumen from Alberta to Canada’s West Coast, aiming to increase capacity by 300,000 to 400,000 barrels per day for export to Asia.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have signed a memorandum of understanding to construct a new pipeline to the British Columbia coast, marking a significant step in advancing energy infrastructure between Alberta and B.C.

A catastrophic fire engulfed multiple high-rise residential buildings in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, resulting in at least 44 fatalities and approximately 279 individuals reported missing. Emergency services are actively engaged in rescue operations as the situation continues to unfold.

A government source has confirmed that Steven Guilbeault, a former Greenpeace activist and current member of Mark Carney's cabinet, will not resign over a pending framework agreement between Ottawa and Alberta regarding an oil pipeline project. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about the pipeline's implications for environmental policies and regional relations.