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Danielle Smith on pipeline optimism and provincial relations
On this episode of WONK, host Amanda Lang talks to the Alberta premier about her hopes for a pipeline deal with Ottawa, dealing with separatist sentiment and working with B.C.
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Published:November 19, 2025
Project: Energy Future Forum
When it comes to the Team Canada approach to fighting tariffs, the rubber hits the road in the provinces and territories — and with a growing list of major projects. Missing from the list so far is a pipeline from Alberta to B.C., a lightning rod for some very familiar-feeling inter-provincial disputes. Host Amanda Lang talks to the Premier of Alberta, Danielle Smith, about her optimism around pipeline plans, dealing with separatist sentiment and why Alberta recently used the notwithstanding clause.
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