The House Would a new pipeline cure or crush national unity?
Nov 29, 2025
Dominic LeBlanc, Canada’s Minister responsible for Intergovernmental Affairs, discusses the Alberta memorandum on a new pipeline amid climate and Indigenous concerns. British Columbia's Premier David Eby shares his doubts about provincial consent and the implications for First Nations. Samantha Nutt, founder of War Child Canada, unveils the devastating humanitarian situation in Afghanistan and critiques the recent cuts to foreign aid. Together, they explore the delicate balance between national unity and environmental responsibility.
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Pipeline Linked To Carbon-Capture And Carbon Rules
- The Alberta–federal MOU ties pipeline consideration to large-scale carbon-capture and tougher industrial carbon rules.
- Dominic LeBlanc argues these tradeoffs make Alberta step up on emissions while opening a review path for projects.
Guilbeault Resigns Over Pipeline Dispute
- Stephen Guilbeault resigned from cabinet citing environmental concerns over a West Coast pipeline.
- Dominic LeBlanc described Guilbeault's departure as a personal, conviction-driven choice and still plans to keep caucus together.
Government Will Consider—Not Imposed—Projects
- LeBlanc says the government will only consider a project after a private proponent, Indigenous participation and provincial cooperation emerge.
- He frames Ottawa as enabling consideration rather than unilaterally pushing a new pipeline.