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Alberta and Ontario propose a pipeline to carry western Canada’s oil to the east

Alberta and Ontario have unveiled a proposal for the 'Northern Shield' pipeline to transport western Canadian oil to the east.

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The brief

Alberta and Ontario are proposing a new oil pipeline spanning 2,050 miles. Named the 'Northern Shield,' the project is designed to carry oil from western Canada toward the east.

Coverage from Reuters, Bloomberg, CBC, and AP News emphasizes that the plan was unveiled by Ford and Smith. Bloomberg reports the pitch is intended to ease reliance on the United States.

Future developments center on the implementation of the 'Northern Shield' plan proposed by the two provinces.

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Quick answers

What is the name of the proposed pipeline?

The proposed project is called the 'Northern Shield' pipeline.

How long would the pipeline be?

According to Reuters, the proposed pipeline would be 2,050 miles long.

What is the primary goal of the project?

The pipeline is intended to carry western Canada's oil to the east and ease reliance on the US.

Coverage (4)

People, places & organizations

Canada Alberta and Ontario Ontario Alberta Pitch Cross-Canada Oil Pipeline Ease US Reliance Ford Smith

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Alberta Ontario Northern Shield Canada Oil Pipelines

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