Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe joins Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith in signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to build new pipelines, rail lines and other energy and trade infrastructure to bring Ont. critical minerals and Western Canadian oil and gas to new markets.“As the world grapples with President Trump’s unfair tariffs, it’s more important than ever to build a resilient and self-reliant economy here at home,” said Ford. “This agreement sends a clear message: Ont., Alta. and Sask. are ready to get shovels in the ground and move forward on projects that will secure our long-term prosperity.”According to the MOU, new pipelines will be built using Ont. steel along a route that will connect western Canadian oil and gas to new and existing refineries in southern Ont., as well as a new deep-sea port in James Bay. The MOU calls for new rail lines, also built using Ont. steel, to connect critical mineral deposits located in Ont.’s Ring of Fire region to ports in Western Canada.“We are sending a clear signal that Canada’s energy future will be built by Canadians, for Canadians,” said Moe. “This agreement commits our provinces to work together to unlock new markets, shore up our supply chains from mine to port and advocate for the federal reforms our industry needs. By advancing pipelines, rail connections and critical-mineral processing capacity, we are safeguarding thousands of jobs, strengthening our energy security and fostering sustainable growth.”“We’re taking action to grow our economy, build real infrastructure and get major projects moving,” said Smith. “Alta. is proud to lead the way in uniting with provinces that share a vision for responsible development, economic freedom and common sense. We’re standing up for our oil and gas sector and making sure our world-class resources reach the markets that need them. Together, Alta., Ont. and Sask. are showing what’s possible when provinces step up.”As part of the agreement, the three provinces state that they will advocate for a more competitive federal regulatory environment alongside an updated federal review process based on the “One Project, One Process” principle with deference to provincial processes. (ICE TORONTO)

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