Energy Sector Restrictions and Pipeline Infrastructure.
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Energy Potential Unfulfilled: Despite having vast domestic oil and natural gas reserves, Canada is forced to import oil due to the lack of pipeline infrastructure. This situation is not only inefficient but also costly for Canadian consumers and the economy as a whole.
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Missed Opportunities in LNG: One potential growth area is the export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to countries like India, which could help reduce global carbon emissions by replacing coal-fired power with cleaner energy. However, instead of fostering these opportunities, the current government has done little to expand pipeline infrastructure, which is essential for getting our resources to international markets.
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The NDP’s Stance: The NDP, with Alistair MacGregor’s backing, continues to oppose projects that would create jobs and provide economic benefits to Canadians. By obstructing critical infrastructure projects like pipelines, the NDP is not only hurting Canada’s energy sector but also restricting our ability to reduce global carbon emissions effectively. Their opposition to LNG projects, like the Cedar LNG project, has kept Canada from fully leveraging its natural resources for the benefit of the economy and the environment.
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Vulnerability to External Pressures: The Liberal-NDP policies of halting pipelines, LNG projects, and restricting mineral extraction have made Canada more susceptible to external economic pressures, such as U.S. tariffs. While much attention is focused on Trump’s tariffs, the real issue lies in domestic policies that weaken Canada's economic resilience. The NDP and Liberal parties use the Trump issue as a diversion, deflecting from their own failures and leaving the country vulnerable to foreign economic pressures.
- Our Conservative Plan: The Conservative Party is committed to advancing Canada’s energy sector. We believe in developing our resources responsibly, creating jobs, and ensuring that our energy sector thrives. By investing in pipeline infrastructure and LNG projects, we can create economic growth while ensuring that Canada plays a leading role in global environmental solutions.