Op-eds by Michel Kelly-Gagnon

On the risks of net-zero

Net-zero policies might be lofty, aspirational goals, but we must not forget how these could affect us and that there are risks associated with intermittent energy sources.

We must take the tariff debate back to first principles

For Canadian governments to retaliate to potential tariffs to be imposed by the Trump Administration with tariffs or blockades of their own against American exports would be just as unproductive and misguided as you hitting yourself in the face with a hammer.

We need faster, fairer assessments of major energy projects

Any environmental assessment of a large energy project must be coupled with an assessment of its impact on: the national economy, job creation, investment opportunities across the country and on Canada’s reputation as an attractive destination for international investors.

First Nations mean business

First Nations people mean business – in both senses of the word. They are determined to get rid of the dependency and the paternalism.

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