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oil sands
Oilsands Are a Canadian Success Story and Their Importance to the Economy Should Be Recognized: Report
The oilsands are a Canadian success story and an increasingly rare example of Canadian innovation, says a report that aims to contribute to a better understanding of the oil industry.
Trudeau Praises Firefighters Efforts to Save Oil Sands City
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says most Canadians have yet to grasp the lengths to which firefighters went to save nearly 90 percent of the oil sands capital of Fort McMurray from a massive wildfire that forced the evacuation of more than 88,000 people.
Fort McMurray Wildfire: Oil Industry Restarting but City to Remain Closed for Weeks
While the oil industry around Fort McMurray is restarting production after massive wildfires in the region, it will take weeks before the city is safe for people to return.
The Keystone XL Pipeline Debate Is Over, but Our Infrastructure Needs Are Not
President Barack Obama’s rejection of the Keystone XL pipeline was virtually a foregone conclusion well before he announced it.
When You Invest in the Oil Business, What Do You Get?
Oil and gas experts debate the pros and cons of continuing investments in Canada verses the United States during the current economic downturn.
Oil Myths vs. Real Problems
Oil wealth can benefit Canada’s economy widely if managed well, says economist Alan Gelb.
US Oil Sands Opponents Shift Focus to B.C. Pipeline Proposals
The U.S. arm of Forest Ethics is turning its attention to the Trans Mountain and Northern Gateway projects in B.C.
‘They Lied to the American People:’ Texas Judge Halts KeyStone XL
A Texas judge ordered the builders of the KeyStone XL pipeline to temporarily suspend work on private property where the project is being built.
