Photos: Estevan Oilfield Technical Society Bonspiel
The Estevan OTS Bonspiel took place Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22. Here are some photos from Friday’s action:
Carney keeping emissions cap on oil and gas, but focusing on investing in green tech
Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Friday that his government would keep the emissions cap on oil and gas production in place if elected — but would fast-track investments in carbon capture to meet those emissions targets.
No Nonsense with Pamela Wallin: Trade war impact on oil and gas – Bronwyn Eyre and Brian Zinchuk
Bronwyn Eyre and Brian Zinchuk of Pipeline Online appeared on Senator Pamela Wallin’s No Nonsense podcast late this week to talk about the trade war’s impact on Canadian oil and gas.
Smith says she’d form second Fair Deal Panel if Ottawa doesn’t meet policy demands
A day after threatening a national unity crisis, Premier Danielle Smith says she would strike a panel to poll Albertans on what to do if her list of demands is ignored. Smith, facing repeated questions from reporters in Calgary about how far she'd...
Ottawa announces $200M contribution toward Cedar LNG project in B.C.
OTTAWA — Ottawa announced it's contributing up to $200 million toward the Cedar LNG project on the northern B.C. coast as trade turmoil with the U.S. propels calls for Canada to diversify its resource export markets. The money is coming through...
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Sask NDP response to Budget 2025’s energy initiatives
REGINA – The 2025 Saskatchewan provincial budget tabled by Minister of Finance Jim Reiter did not have a lot of new energy-related policy initiatives, but for the few that stand out, the official opposition New Democratic Party is generally supportive. That’s...
Pipeline Online Podcast, Ep. 5: Sonya Savage, former Alberta energy minister
Sonya Savage, former Alberta energy minister, joined Brian Zinchuk and Bronwyn Eyre for Episode 4 of the Pipeline Online Podcast, originally broadcast on March 18. There’s a lot of discussion about the trade war, tariffs, and pipelines.
Canada’s deal to export hydrogen to Germany awaits more federal funding decisions
A deal to send Canadian green hydrogen exports to Germany is awaiting Ottawa’s final decision on funding and a verdict from European regulators on whether the project has adequate competition.
Mark Carney will maintain oil and gas emissions cap, environment minister says
A Mark Carney government will maintain the cap on emissions from the production of oil and gas, Environment Minister Terry Duguid said in a recent interview.
Poilievre wants ‘shovel-ready zones’ with pre-approved construction permits
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre made his second election campaign-style announcement in as many days Thursday, just as news broke that Prime Minister Mark Carney is widely expected to begin the race on Sunday.
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All things energy in Sask Budget 2025
Here’s everything energy-related in the 2025 provincial budget tabled on March 19 by Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier Jim Reiter.
SaskPower and SaskEnergy orders buoy EVRAZ during tariff war
In a very real way, EVRAZ and its capacity to produce large diameter pipe is of national strategic importance as the only pipe manufacturer in Western Canada capable of producing such pipe. Most of the major pipelines build in Western Canada were built with EVRAZ, and previously IPSCO, steel. And with the governments of both Alberta and Saskatchewan talking about goals of eventually doubling oil production in each of those provinces, doing so would entail essentially doubling the capacity of the entire mainline oil pipeline network.
Road bans are a comin’ on Friday, March 21
That's all, folk! Road bans are here in a few days. With spring thaw beginning, weight restrictions start March 21 on secondary highways to protect key links of Saskatchewan's road network, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Highways said in a Tuesday afternoon press...
Patchwork Podcast: 2025 Lloydminster Oilman of the Year Richard Klinger
In this edition of the Patchwork Podcast, the 2025 Oilman of the Year, Richard Klinger, joins Kurt Price ad Tracy Klotz to look back on his tremendous career. Klinger was honoured on March 14 at Lloydminster’s Oil and Gas Open Bonspiel Banquet.
Quick Dick McDick: The Life of a Cow (Part 1)
Quick Dick McDick is busy in the calving barn these days, so his most recent video is about the Life of a Cow.
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Parkland shareholder demands board shakeup as fuel refiner and retailer weighs sale
A shareholder in Parkland Corp. is demanding a board shakeup as the Calgary-based fuel refiner and retailer looks into putting itself up for sale.
N.S. advocates say bill to allow for uranium exploration and fracking is dangerous
A Nova Scotia government bill that would open the door to fracking for fossil fuels and exploring for uranium is dangerous and should be scrapped, environmental advocates and physicians told a legislature committee on Monday.
NDP on steel tariffs: Pipelines, rail and power transmission
Saskatchewan’s official opposition New Democratic Party has been speaking up for the Steelworkers frequently in recent weeks. On Thursday, March 12, Aleana Young, Saskatchewan NDP Jobs & Economy Shadow Minister, and Sally Housser, Saskatchewan NDP Energy & Resources Shadow Minister joined Mike Day, United Steelworkers Local 5890 on the steps of the Legislature to voice their concerns.
Sask Party on steel tariffs: Ports, pipes and rail
In a press conference March 13, Premier Scott Moe spoke about how the canola industry was being hit by tariffs from China that arose from Canada imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, in support of American tariffs on the same initiated by President Joe Biden. He also spoke of the steel tariffs, and some of his later comments closely mirrored what the NDP has been saying, with regards to building pipelines and rail.
Premier Smith not sold on killing of consumer carbon tax, wants industrial levy plan
Despite calling for its demise for years, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she isn’t fazed by the new prime minister’s move to kill the consumer carbon levy.
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Nova Scotia identifies five areas for development of offshore wind
The Nova Scotia government has identified five areas that it deems suitable for the development of offshore wind farms.
Eby announces ending of provincial carbon tax, after Carney kills federal version
British Columbia’s government will follow through on its promise to repeal the province’s consumer carbon tax after new Prime Minister Mark Carney moved to eliminate the federal version of the levy on Friday.
CEO of Calgary oilfield services provider Calfrac suddenly resigns
The chief executive of oilfield services provider Calfrac Well Services has abruptly resigned a day after the company reported a quarterly loss.
Op-Ed: Deidra Garyk: Carney Coronated as “Unelected” Canadian Prime Minister by Liberals and Media With Only 0.3% of Canada’s Population
Mark Carney was selected to be Canada's next Prime Minister with a stunning 85.9% of the Liberal Party leadership vote. While he may have received a strong mandate from registered Liberals after a lacklustre, uninspiring leadership race, only 151,899 Canadians voted...
Op-Ed: Darcy McCormick: In Support of Seven Stars Wind Project at Weyburn
On behalf of Jerry Mainil Limited, I am writing to express our strong support for the proposed Enbridge, Seven Stars 200-megawatt wind energy project that is an incredible opportunity that would serve as a collaboration between RM of Weyburn, RM of Griffin, and City of Weyburn. This initiative represents a significant step forward in our shared commitment to economic growth, job creation, and regional development.