Carney's Pipeline Deal: Alberta's Carbon Tax Hike

Alberta and the federal government are negotiating a deal for a new pipeline to the West Coast, with cabinet set to designate it in the national interest this fall. In exchange, Alberta will increase its industrial carbon tax. However, the plan faces opposition from B.C. Premier David Eby and Coastal First Nations. Alberta is set to submit its proposal to the feds by Junes end, with a potential sovereignty petition looming if the deal falls through. The fall will see a tense showdown on energy, taxes, and unity.

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