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flag B.C. Liberals say lifting the tanker ban requires First Nations and provincial approval, which are currently lacking.

flag B.C. flag Liberal MPs say any change to the federal tanker ban on British Columbia’s northern coast would require approval from both the provincial government and coastal First Nations, emphasizing that significant Indigenous support is currently lacking. flag The federal government is reportedly discussing a potential new pipeline with Alberta, which could lead to reconsideration of tanker traffic, though no project is formally under review. flag Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne acknowledged energy and national security concerns but did not confirm policy shifts. flag Alberta has allocated $14 million for regulatory work, while B.C. flag Premier David Eby remains critical, citing no private sector proponent. flag Discussions remain hypothetical, with no formal project submitted.

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