Krishnan Suthanthiran bought Kitsault, B.C., for $7M in 2005. He's spent 13 years pitching it as an energy export hub to India, now seeking government support for oil and gas pipelines. Read his ambitious plan.
Premier Danielle Smith calls for urgent federal approval of a new heavy oil pipeline to B.C., citing U.S. action in Venezuela as a direct threat to Canada's energy market share.
Energy expert Jack Mintz argues Canada's oil sector can withstand Venezuela's renewed U.S. exports, citing Alberta's efficiency and Venezuela's deep-seated challenges. Read the analysis.
Prime Minister Mark Carney identifies China as Canada's primary security threat while preparing for trade talks. Learn about the risks and diplomatic balancing act.
Canada's merchandise trade balance swung to a $583 million deficit in October 2025 as U.S. tariffs push export share to a record low outside pandemic. Read the full analysis.
Chinese refiners are seeking Canadian crude as a replacement for sanctioned Venezuelan oil, with China buying nearly 40% of Canada's seaborne exports in 2025. Discover the market shift.
The U.S.-backed change in Venezuela puts Canada's oil exports at risk, highlighting an urgent need for trade diversification and infrastructure investment. Read the analysis.
Venezuela holds the world's largest oil reserves but production is a fraction of its peak. Sanctions and crumbling infrastructure mean its impact on tight global crude markets remains minimal. Discover the barriers to unlocking its potential.
Following the US military raid in Caracas, analysts warn the 'Trump Corollary' could target Canada's oil exports and sovereignty. Explore the implications for Ottawa and Alberta.
Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to China next week to meet President Xi Jinping, seeking to rebuild relations and diversify trade as U.S. tariffs impact growth. Read the full story.
The potential return of Venezuelan oil to global markets could benefit U.S. Gulf Coast refiners while posing a competitive threat to Canadian heavy crude producers. Analysis of the shifting energy landscape.
President Trump announces Venezuela will send up to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., a move reshaping global energy flows and challenging China's influence. Read the full analysis.
A leading economist says Venezuelan crude can only fill a small fraction of Canadian oil exports in the near term, impacting global markets. Read the full analysis.
The U.S. and Venezuela reach a landmark deal for up to $2 billion in crude oil exports, redirecting shipments from China. President Trump announces the agreement, which follows the capture of Nicolas Maduro.
Experts say concerns that Canadian oil exports will be displaced by Venezuelan crude are premature. Canada's deep integration with U.S. refineries and Venezuela's infrastructure challenges provide a buffer.
PM Mark Carney says Canadian oil remains competitive despite Venezuela's political shift, while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre urges swift pipeline approval to secure new markets.
President Trump's push to unlock Venezuelan crude is strengthening the political argument for a new Canadian pipeline to diversify oil exports to Asia. Learn how this impacts Canada's energy strategy.
China has significantly increased its purchases of U.S. soybeans, with total acquisitions approaching 10 million tonnes in early 2026. This major trade development impacts global agricultural markets.
A political shift in Venezuela could flood markets with heavy crude, undercutting Canadian oil prices and investment. Explore the potential risks for Alberta's economy.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for expedited pipeline development to diversify oil markets. Experts warn Venezuela's impact on global supply is years away.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the capture of Venezuela's leader highlights Canada's energy security risks. She urges swift action on a West Coast pipeline to secure market access.
The dramatic capture of Venezuela's president by U.S. forces has sent shockwaves through North American oil markets, weakening Canadian heavy crude prices. Discover the immediate impact and long-term outlook for Alberta's energy sector.
A Canadian energy expert advises against panic in the oil patch following the capture of Venezuela's Maduro, emphasizing the need for long-term competitiveness.
Trump's plan for US firms to revitalize Venezuela's oil post-Maduro capture won't impact prices soon. Analysts say rebuilding decayed infrastructure requires a decade and $100B. Explore the global energy implications.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reveals three potential routes for a new bitumen pipeline to the Pacific, including Roberts Bank. The province aims to submit a proposal by July 2025. Read the latest developments.
The United States made history in 2025 as the first nation to export over 100 million metric tons of liquefied natural gas in a single year, driven by new capacity. Discover the implications for global energy markets.
Samsung Electronics shares hit a record high after its CEO quoted customers saying 'Samsung is back,' fueling a broader Asian tech rally driven by AI optimism and surging semiconductor exports. Discover the details.
As 2026 begins, Canada's trade sector faces pivotal shifts. Explore the evolving landscape, from port operations to policy, and understand what's at stake for the national economy.
The U.S. has drastically reduced proposed anti-dumping duties on Italian pasta makers following a review, a move welcomed by Rome. The decision impacts major exporters like La Molisana and Garofalo.
China announces significant 55% additional tariffs on certain beef imports, a move with potential repercussions for global agricultural trade and export markets.