“This pipeline will transport the cleanest and most ethical oil in the world… It will help economic reconciliation with local jobs and partnerships, significantly grow the British Columbian economy and improve BC self-sufficiency and resilience.”

– Larry Neufeld, Critic for Oil, Gas and LNG, MLA for Peace River South

DAWSON CREEK, BC: Conservative MLA Larry Neufeld, Opposition Critic for Oil, Gas and LNG and MLA for Peace River South, responded to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s remarks regarding a proposed pipeline to the British Columbia coast:

“The Conservative Party of British Columbia supports responsible pipeline development and the enormous economic opportunities it presents to our province.

“This pipeline will transport the cleanest and most ethical oil in the world – produced in accordance with Canada’s strict environmental standards and labour laws. It will help economic reconciliation with local jobs and partnerships, significantly grow the British Columbian economy and improve BC self-sufficiency and resilience.”

MLA Neufeld acknowledged economic reconciliation with Indigenous communities is vital to any proposal: “Premier Smith signalled this project will be developed in partnership with Indigenous communities from day one. This is something we welcome. This project will unlock economic reconciliation opportunities, such as jobs and long-term revenue-sharing, that will strengthen communities for generations.”

At a time when every British Columbian is feeling the squeeze, Conservatives support common-sense infrastructure initiatives that will directly improve the cost of living, increase tax revenue, deliver reliable energy and create family-supporting jobs.

Addressing Premier Eby’s dismissive response, MLA Neufeld remarked that the NDP government is missing the bigger picture: “British Columbians are tired of being told ‘no’ when it comes to growth and prosperity. Instead of finding ideological reasons to block opportunity, this NDP government needs to work with our neighbours.”

Conservatives will always support energy development that is safe, responsible and includes partnership with local communities and the private sector.

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