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Pierre Poilievre warns the federal government about Canadian oil exports. He believes American actions in Venezuela will hurt local producers. Poilievre sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday. He urged the Liberals to grant Canadian Oil Pipeline Approval immediately. This energy transit permit would connect Alberta to the Pacific Coast. Poilievre claims recent U.S. actions altered the global energy landscape. His export infrastructure authorization demand follows a major shift in South American politics.
The Venezuelan Crisis and U.S. Intervention
U.S. President Donald Trump recently ordered a military raid in Caracas. Special forces captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Trump now plans to revitalize the Venezuelan oil sector. He wants American companies to manage these massive reserves. Venezuela holds roughly 17 percent of all global oil. Poilievre warns that production could rebound to historic levels. Consequently, Venezuela would compete directly with Canadian heavy crude. American refineries might choose Venezuelan oil over Canadian shipments. Every lost barrel hurts the Canadian economy deeply.
Seeking New Markets Through Diversification
Canada needs new buyers to protect its energy sector. Poilievre suggests looking toward markets in Asia. A pipeline to British Columbia’s coast would solve this problem. However, Prime Minister Carney has not endorsed this specific path. Many Liberal MPs remain vocal opponents of new pipelines. Meanwhile, the government did sign an agreement with Alberta in November. This deal promises to build at least one coastal pipeline. Private investors and Indigenous communities would lead these projects. Therefore, the infrastructure would not require public funding. “Stay connected to every major update — subscribe and follow us on the PhoenixQ website and across our social media platforms.”
The Path Toward Economic Security
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith also demands federal urgency. She believes Canada must diversify its export routes immediately. Her government is preparing an application for the major projects office. Smith expects the feds to honor their commitments quickly. Poilievre wants a 60-day deadline for Canadian Oil Pipeline Approval. He argues that Canada cannot afford to wait any longer. International events have made domestic energy security more critical. The Liberals must decide their stance before July 1. This decision will define Canada’s energy future for decades.
