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Be prepared for a massive paradigm shift this year. 

BC imports 2 Site C Dams worth of electricity for 2nd year in a row

Between David Eby's promises, new foreign investment, and the progress made in Prince George, last week was a great one for natural resources. 

Why B.C.’s wealth still flows from its natural resource base. 

There are those who talk about economic reconciliation with First Nations. And there are those who act. One leader was Niilo Edwards, first CEO of the First Nations Major Projects coalition. Niilo died on Dec. 16. Here, Stewart Muir, founder and CEO of Resource Works, pays tribute:

The following was originally featured on the Substack of Jay Martin, CEO of Cambridge House & host of the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference. He has generously permitted us to repost this piece. 

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We’re seen on five continents as we support responsible resource development.

Replacing oil and gas will be a ‘gargantuan’ task. 

Securing our northern reaches means economic development and partnership with Indigenous communities. 

First will come a promised court challenge by Alberta. 

In 2024, the EU shifted towards a cautious, fossil fuel-inclusive energy strategy amid rising costs and public unrest.

Resource Works went to Toronto to champion Canadian energy and resources in partnership with the Empire Club of Canada.

25 percent tariffs on our oil would drive up American gasoline prices by 50 cents per gallon or more. 

The 2030 ban on natural gas heating may leave many British Columbians out in the cold.

It’s time to develop a sensible government plan. 

Fuel-powered cars still outsell EVs in Canada by almost 7:1

“In 36 hours, they produce more than we do in a year. Saskatchewan is the Niagara Falls of potash in Canada. Our little project is a drip, just a small drip out of the faucet.”

The rise of AI and other technologies have pushed energy demand through the roof, and Canada can help power that with nuclear. 

Heather-Exner Pirot of the Business Council of Canada and the Macdonald-Laurier Institute spoke with Resource Works about the transition to Donald Trump's energy policy, hopes for Keystone XL's revival, EVs, and more. 

Federal transition plan ripped as “wildly unrealistic”.

Ottawa’s emissions cap for oil and gas aims to cut emissions but risks raising costs for consumers and disrupting industry stability.

He will be remembered as a principled, pragmatic, and honest man, and a popular premier during uncertain times.

A Five-Part Article Series

Article 6 of the Paris Agreement can enable cost-effective, equitable global climate action by allowing countries to share emission credits from joint projects, helping developing nations transition from coal-based electricity.

"For some, shunning coal wouldn't just be expensive; it would mean a lack of energy for human development," says Rahul Tongia of the Brookings Institution.

How developing countries can become leading players in decarbonizing world economies. 

As British Columbia faces economic uncertainty, embracing its natural resource sectors could be the key to a sustainable, prosperous future for all residents.

Global emissions are rising despite our efforts. Why aren't current strategies working?

By more than doubling capacity and cutting down the costs, the benefits of the TMX expansion are keeping more money in consumer pockets. 

And red lights in BC and Washington State.

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh earns an F grade for his "mythematics." 

Canadian hydrogen is not a silver bullet for Germany's energy needs.

"The World Nuclear Association says Canada could now play a major role in meeting future world demand, as several key nations eye nuclear energy to meet growing demand for electrical power and for power production that does not use fossil fuels."

“As we go into winter months, Canada will set new export records,". 

Statement from the federal minister of energy and natural resources is at odds with energy industry leaders and economists.

Massive energy levels are required to keep up with AI innovations, and Canada risk being unable to do that. 

“It’s time to break the glass.” And our natural resources could be a prime solution.

"Under this new law, you’re guilty unless you prove your innocence to some back-room bureaucratic body. That’s simply not a Canadian concept." 

When it comes to Canada and carbon taxes, times have certainly changed in very little time. 

Canada has missed opportunities to supply Europe with LNG due to political missteps and regulatory barriers, despite having the resources and potential.

As the economy stagnates, BC needs a clear plan for pushing towards a better future, and resource industries must be part of that. 

The closure of Canfor's mills in northern BC is another episode of the Canada-US lumber dispute, and another blow to forestry communities. 

The modernization of British Columbia’s Mineral Tenure Act (MTA) has high stakes for the future of mining exploration in BC. A recent report by the Association for Mineral Exploration British Columbia (AME) dives into considerations for investment competitiveness.