Alberta Oilpatch Sheds 10,000 Jobs as Output Soars
Alberta's oil and gas industry eliminated 10,000 positions last year, yet achieved near-record production levels. Economists analyze the paradox of doing more with less in Canada's energy heartland.
Alberta's oil and gas industry eliminated 10,000 positions last year, yet achieved near-record production levels. Economists analyze the paradox of doing more with less in Canada's energy heartland.
Oil prices surged on Iran fears, but new forecasts predict a weak 2026 average. Alberta's budget and producers face volatility as supply outstrips demand. Read the full analysis.
CIBC analysts project a wider price gap for Canadian heavy crude in 2026, impacting the energy sector. Read the full analysis and market implications.
The U.S. intervention in Venezuela spotlights global energy assets. Explore the world's top oil reserves and producers in our detailed analysis.
With the U.S. reassessing Venezuelan oil, Canada's energy security hinges on pipeline expansion to diversify markets. Experts warn waiting is not an option. Read why action is needed now.
President Trump indicates Exxon may be left out of Venezuela's oil sector reconstruction, criticizing its 'cute' response. The plan faces hurdles as industry cites massive costs and legal risks.
President Donald Trump publicly read a note from Marco Rubio during a meeting with oil executives about investing in Venezuela's industry. Get the full story on this revealing moment.
U.S. Marines and Navy sailors seized the tanker Olina in a pre-dawn raid, part of a broader effort to control Venezuela's oil flow. The operation highlights escalating enforcement of sanctions.
President Trump interrupted a meeting with Exxon and Chevron executives to admire his new White House ballroom, now projected to cost twice the original $200M estimate. Read the details.
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.
A business professor predicts Venezuelan crude could be processed at the Irving Oil refinery in Saint John and head to the U.S. market within 12 months. Get the latest analysis on this potential energy shift.
A truck lost control and spilled diesel along the Fort Erie-bound QEW in Burlington on Jan. 8, 2026. The Ontario Provincial Police are managing the cleanup and lane closures.
President Donald Trump convenes a who's who of American oil executives, including Harold Hamm, to discuss rebuilding Venezuela's energy sector. Key details on the high-stakes meeting.
Response teams are working to clean up an oily substance discovered in waters near Nanaimo, B.C. The incident highlights ongoing marine environmental risks.
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.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright states Washington will maintain control over Venezuela's oil exports 'indefinitely,' a major shift in foreign energy policy with global market implications.
The U.S. has seized a sanctioned Venezuela-linked oil tanker in the Atlantic, with its energy secretary stating control over Venezuelan oil sales will continue 'indefinitely'. This move signals a significant escalation in geopolitical energy strategy.
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.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright states American control over Venezuelan oil sales will continue indefinitely, a move with significant implications for global energy markets and geopolitics.
The United States has seized two sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela in a strategic move, while selectively easing sanctions to permit certain oil sales. Explore the implications for global energy markets.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet with Western energy executives to secure investment for rebuilding Venezuela's crumbling oil sector. Read the full story.
U.S. authorities have captured the Russian-flagged tanker Bella 1 following a weeks-long international chase. The seizure near Venezuela could impact global oil markets and U.S.-Canada energy dynamics. 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.
Mergers and acquisitions in Canada's upstream oil and gas sector surged to an eight-year high in 2025, with over $30 billion in deals. Analysts predict a slowdown in 2026. 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.
Friends are collecting donations for a young Calgary woman whose husband died while working on an oil rig. The community shows support in the wake of the workplace fatality.
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.
Former President Trump announces a major U.S. acquisition of Venezuelan oil, raising geopolitical tensions and concerns for Canada's energy sector. Get the full analysis.
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.