British Columbia supports Canada’s proposed emissions cap for the oil and gas sector, contrasting sharply with opposition from Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Carl Meyer reports for The Narwhal.
In short:
- B.C.’s internal documents show alignment with the federal plan to limit rising emissions from oil and gas.
- The province sees LNG production as part of the federal emissions cap and established its own backup cap effective 2026.
- Alberta and Saskatchewan continue to oppose the cap, raising constitutional challenges and industry concerns.
Key quote:
“B.C. looks forward to continuing work with Canada to align the federal cap with B.C.’s goals and commitments.”
— B.C. government briefing note
Why this matters:
B.C.’s cooperation with federal climate goals could influence national emissions policy, while resistance from fossil fuel-heavy provinces may complicate progress. The disagreement highlights Canada’s regional divide over balancing energy production with climate commitments.
