BELL: DANIELLE SMITH AND ALBERTA EXTEND AN UNDENIABLE OFFER TO MARK CARNEY

Prime Minister @MarkJCarney,

Alberta is presenting a compelling proposal that could significantly boost Canada's economy and energy security by unlocking its vast oil wealth, estimated at $14 trillion. The key elements of this proposal include:

1. Establishing a guaranteed corridor and port access to tidewater on the Pacific, Arctic, and Atlantic coasts. This would facilitate the international export of Alberta's resources, creating jobs and revenue that would benefit Canadians for generations to come.

2. Providing approval for an oil pipeline to the BC Northwest coast. This critical infrastructure would connect Alberta's oil resources to global markets, increasing Canada's energy export capacity and reducing reliance on foreign oil.

3. Reforming Bill C-69 to respect provincial jurisdiction and streamline the regulatory process for pipeline and other resource infrastructure projects. This would help to expedite the development of much-needed energy projects and encourage investment in the sector.

4. Eliminating unconstitutional and burdensome regulations such as the oil and gas emissions cap, which stifles industry growth and innovation.

5. Repealing the Tanker Ban, which would open up the Port of Prince Rupert as an export option for Alberta's oil and gas.

6. Returning the regulation of industrial emissions to the provinces, allowing for more localized and effective environmental management.

7. Collaborating with the Pathways Alliance to reach a final investment decision on the project. This partnership is crucial for positioning Canadian oil as the cleanest in the world for decades to come, enhancing our international reputation and competitiveness.

By implementing these measures, the federal government would be taking a proactive step in supporting Alberta's energy industry and contributing to Canada's overall economic prosperity. It is essential that we work together to responsibly develop our natural resources while protecting the environment and respecting the rights of provinces. The Calgary Herald article provides further insight into this proposal.

Thank you for considering Alberta's perspective on this vital matter.

Sincerely,

[Premier Smith]