
Could Trump seizing Venezuela hurt Canadian oil?
Jan 8, 2026
12:31
Falice Chin, The Hub's Alberta bureau chief, joins Sean Speer to discuss Trump's Venezuela intervention and the implications for Canada's natural resource sector. She argues that despite surface-level concerns about Venezuelan oil displacing Canadian exports, significant infrastructure deficits, and market dynamics make immediate competition unlikely. They emphasize that energy remains a crucial source of geopolitical power and discuss whether Canada should expand oil production or reconsider its strategy in light of Venezuela's changing status.
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Amal Attar-Guzman - Producer and Video Editor
Elia Gross - Sound Editor
Sean Speer - Host
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