Hub Podcasts David Eby is just the tip of the opposition iceberg in the way of Alberta’s pipeline proposal
Oct 14, 2025
Felice Chin, Alberta Bureau Chief for The Hub, dives into the intricate political dynamics surrounding Alberta's controversial pipeline proposal. She discusses early organized resistance from environmental groups and highlights key lobbying activities aimed at safeguarding regulatory processes. Chin also outlines the vocal opposition from the David Suzuki Foundation and various First Nations councils, revealing widespread dissent. Finally, she emphasizes that any federal support for the pipeline hinges on cooperation with B.C. and Indigenous communities.
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Preemptive Nationwide Opposition
- Alberta's pipeline plan faces broad, preemptive opposition from environmental groups and First Nations who have already lobbied Ottawa.
- These groups framed Bill C-5 as a potential backdoor for oil and gas expansion and are preparing coordinated resistance.
Pipelines Vs. Reconciliation Framing
- Environmental organizations positioned pipeline expansion as incompatible with reconciliation and renewable goals.
- Groups urged Ottawa to respect Indigenous jurisdiction and reject proposals that extend fossil fuel infrastructure.
Eby's Quick Public Rebuke
- B.C. Premier David Eby reacted swiftly and strongly to Danielle Smith's pipeline signal, intensifying interprovincial tension.
- The exchange revived conflicts reminiscent of Northern Gateway and Trans Mountain debates.