Deborah Yedlin

In this discussion, Amanda Stevenson, a Canada energy correspondent at Reuters, examines the challenges and prospects of Canada's energy ambitions. Heather Exner-Perrault from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute advocates for LNG exports, spotlighting their economic benefits and lower greenhouse gas intensity. Deborah Yedlin, President of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, shares insights on regional economic impacts and job creation. The trio explore the push for energy superpower status while balancing environmental concerns and Indigenous perspectives.

Rachel Doran, Executive Director of Clean Energy Canada, discusses the balance between economic growth and climate goals. Catherine Harrison, a political science professor, dives into Indigenous rights and energy policy in Canada. Deborah Yedlin, President of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, emphasizes resource sector expansion for economic stability. The trio debates the implications of LNG projects, potential risks, and the need for electrification to ensure a smooth transition to a lower-carbon economy.

Deborah Yedlin, the President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce, shares insights on Alberta's crucial energy exports to the U.S. and how the upcoming election might affect this relationship. Phoebe Wall-Howard, a journalist covering the auto industry in Detroit, discusses the election's implications for cross-border trade and the auto sector. They explore the rise of nearshoring, the impact of the Keystone XL pipeline's cancellation, and how U.S. political uncertainties are causing hesitation among businesses, particularly in the automotive industry.