The Big Story Are Canadians warming to building new oil and gas pipelines?
Feb 11, 2025
Jon Roe, a Research Associate at the Angus Reid Institute, dives into the evolving landscape of Canadian public opinion on oil and gas pipelines. He reveals that Canadians are now more supportive of pipeline projects, such as the Energy East, especially in light of economic pressures and potential trade wars with the U.S. The conversation also touches on the tension between environmental concerns and the practicality of addressing rising cost-of-living issues. Roe highlights how shifting priorities are reshaping national perspectives on energy infrastructure.
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Pipeline Support Rises
- Canadians are increasingly supportive of oil and gas pipeline projects.
- This shift follows U.S. tariff threats, suggesting a move towards energy independence.
Pipelines and Tariffs
- Canadians link pipeline construction with mitigating economic threats from U.S. tariffs.
- They see pipelines as strengthening the Canadian economy and reducing reliance on the U.S.
Energy East Revival
- The Energy East pipeline project, once abandoned, is gaining support, even in Quebec.
- Quebec's support has risen significantly, despite previous opposition due to sovereignty concerns.