TL;DR:

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is urging new Liberal leader Mark Carney to reconsider federal strategies for the oil and gas industry, criticizing historical policies. Despite Carney’s environmental focus, he’s made promises to enhance Canada’s energy sector, prompting scrutiny from Alberta leaders on whether his tenure might differ from Trudeau’s.

Synopsis:

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed her desire for the new Liberal Party leader, Mark Carney, to adopt a different approach to the oil and gas industry and related environmental policies. This comes after Carney’s decisive victory in the Liberal leadership race. Premier Smith is advocating for a general election to establish a prime minister with a direct mandate from Canadian voters. Historically known for his role in central banking and his environmental advocacy, Carney is viewed by Smith as unlikely to shift his stance on the energy sector, especially given his past roles in supporting net-zero emissions globally. Smith has been a critical voice against the federal Liberals’ energy policies, echoing concerns about the proposed emissions cap. Carney’s leadership platform highlights a commitment to modernize Canada’s energy infrastructure and reduce reliance on foreign and U.S. energy. Former Alberta energy minister Sonya Savage is watching closely to see how Carney may prioritize environmental concerns in comparison to current policies under Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Carney, who hails from Fort Smith, N.W.T., and has a deep Canadian heritage, initially served as Bank of Canada governor in 2007, appointed by former Prime Minister Stephen Harper.