natural resources

What if, next time, a particular province opposes the expansion of inter-provincial rail systems or electricity transmission lines — both of which are important to fight climate change and build a clean economy. Should they get a veto too?

The Alberta government has asked the province's Appeal Court to rule on whether Ottawa's new way of handling environmental assessments for major construction projects such as pipelines is constitutional.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says if the federal bill overhauling environmental assessments passes in its current form it will threaten Canadian unity and there will be "an immediate constitutional challenge."

Alberta Premier Rachel Notley's threat to reduce oil shipments to other provinces, the latest salvo in a recent pipeline dispute with British Columbia, carries on a provincial tradition of using its natural resources to reinforce its political positions.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau poured nearly a quarter of a billion dollars into Yukon's highway network on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, in hopes it will lead to resource development.

Coal Valley Resources Inc. and Sherritt International Corporation (TSX:S) face six charges under Alberta's Environmental Protection Act, Public Lands Act and Water Act.

First Nation to claim title to Lelu Island and Flora Bank,where the Pacific NorthWest LNG project will be built - meaning province would need their consent.

Government support for research and development of Canada's rare earth elements has fostered new co-operation in atraditionally cut-throat sector.