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.
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)
Canada's energy sector will be defined by delivery, not by delays.
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.
Hodgson said that Canada would 'remain a reliable global supplier' of oil and gas under his watch
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