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Part of The pipeline project running from Alberta to British Columbia was designated a national interest project.

What could the Pathways network connection mean for the Government of Canada?

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Federal policy backing reinforces national energy infrastructure goals. The energy pact, which allows Alberta oil to flow to the BC coast via the Cold Lake hub, is supported by federal policy designed to boost production. The Pacific Link bitumen pipeline, which is set to ship one million barrels of oil per day, has been designated a project of national importance. To facilitate this, the federal government unveiled plans for an accelerated capital cost allowance known as the productivity “mega deduction,” providing a key incentive for the industry to make multibillion-dollar investments.

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  • The Pacific Link bitumen pipeline would ship one million barrels of oil per day from Alberta to the southern British Columbia coast for export.calgarysun.com
  • The federal government unveiled plans for an accelerated federal capital cost allowance called the productivity “mega deduction.”calgarysun.com
  • The Pacific Link project has been deemed a project of national importance.calgarysun.com

Why it matters

The Government of Canada's involvement in this pact reinforces its role in shaping national energy security and infrastructure development. By designating the Pacific Link pipeline as a project of national importance and introducing fiscal incentives like the productivity mega deduction, the federal government is directly influencing the scale and speed of multibillion-dollar investments in the oilsands sector.

This deal is part of a broader effort to stabilize and grow the oilsands industry, which has historically focused on optimizing existing operations rather than investing in massive new greenfield developments. The federal and provincial governments are coordinating to provide the certainty needed for the industry to commit to major spending.

What we don't know yet

  • What specific development conditions will the Major Projects Office set for the Pacific Link pipeline by next September?
  • How will the final terms of the memorandum of understanding affect the overall investment thesis for the oilsands?

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The final agreement is delayed past the November 15 deadlineThe certainty provided to industry regarding the pipeline and incentives may diminish, potentially slowing down greenfield investment.
The pipeline faces significant regulatory or environmental challengesThe federal government may need to adjust its policy support or designation of national importance, changing the scope of its commitment.

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The full eventAlberta Oil Begins Flowing to BC Coast via Pathways Network Everything aboutGovernment of Canada

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