Canada’s Energy Leverage Debate | Calgary News

Canada’s energy exports—oil, gas, and refined products—are its biggest trade asset with the U.S., but leveraging them as a bargaining tool could backfire. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith warns that export taxes or trade restrictions would hurt Canadians, especially Alberta’s economy and jobs. Experts suggest diversifying markets or building domestic reserves instead of risking a trade war. Analysis shows Canadian workers, particularly in Alberta, would suffer most from such moves. The real challenge: protecting national interests without crippling the economy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/44ff3f1c99abbe7e