Eby pushes back as Alberta plans fast-track proposal for pipeline to B.C. coast

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Premier David Eby slammed Alberta’s latest push for a pipeline to British Columbia’s west coast Wednesday, saying he wants to work with the province on “real” projects that have private-sector backing. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced her government will lead a technical advisory group of companies with Indigenous participants to advance an application for a pipeline to B.C.’s coast. She said Alberta will act as the proponent in a formal application for the project to the federal Major Projects Office (MPO). Smith said her government will contribute $14 million to support early planning work including cost estimates and engagement with First Nations. Eby said he wants to work closely with Alberta on other major projects, like the intertie connecting the province’s electrical grids and growing the hydrogen sector.