Power & Politics B.C. slams 'secret' pipeline talks between Sask., Ottawa, Alberta
Nov 20, 2025
David Eby, the Premier of British Columbia, expresses shock at Saskatchewan's secret involvement in pipeline discussions with Ottawa and Alberta, emphasizing the need for B.C. representation due to local impacts. Micael Johansson, CEO of Saab, advocates for his company's Gripen fighter jet proposal, claiming it enhances Canadian sovereignty and can create thousands of jobs through local production. The conversation reveals tensions over resource management, indigenous rights, and the strategic importance of military technology in national defense.
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BC Surprised By Behind‑Closed‑Doors Pipeline Talks
- David Eby says he was blindsided by Saskatchewan joining talks about a pipeline to BC without BC's knowledge.
- He argues federal backing for a new publicly owned pipeline makes no economic sense when an existing pipeline is underused.
Tanker Ban Is Foundation For Coastal Projects
- Eby highlights four times more major projects in BC that rely on coastal First Nations and the tanker ban.
- He warns that exemptions to the tanker ban would risk those projects and coastal economies.
Optimize Existing Infrastructure First
- Eby urges exploring practical alternatives like optimizing the existing TMX pipeline instead of pursuing a risky new build.
- He frames collaboration on potash and other exports with Saskatchewan as constructive opportunities.