Calgary energy minister vows to cut red tape during local visit

Friday, May 23, 2025, 12:21 pm

During a visit to Calgary, Canada’s new energy minister pledged to eradicate sluggish project approvals and boost Alberta’s standing as a reliable global energy supplier. Delivering bold promises to reform industry practices, his remarks left observers amused yet cautiously optimistic about swift changes in regulatory red tape.

nationalobserver.com / Minister says Canada needs 'infrastructure that gets our energy to tidewater' at Calgary meeting

Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson reiterated Carney's promise that his government would approve projects in the "national interest" under a fast-tracked review system, at a Calgary Chamber of Commerce meeting.

theglobeandmail.com / New federal energy minister visits Alberta

Tim Hodgson has outlined his vision to make Canada an energy superpower. He spoke to oil and gas executives in Calgary and says major projects won't be delayed. (May 23, 2025)

calgaryherald.com / 'Time for bold action': Federal Energy Minister Tim Hodgson pledges delivery over delays

Canada's energy sector will be defined by delivery, not by delays.

globalnews.ca / New Canadian energy minister vows an end to lengthy project approvals

Canada's new Natural Resources Minister outlined his vision for the future of the country's energy industry in a speech to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce on Friday morning.

nationalpost.com / On a visit to Calgary, energy minister says he’ll be a ‘voice for Alberta’

Hodgson said that Canada would 'remain a reliable global supplier' of oil and gas under his watch

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