Carney talks pipelines during Calgary Stampede stop after Middle East trip
Prime Minister Mark Carney made an appearance at the Calgary Stampede over the weekend, mixing informal chats about pipelines with the festival's traditional food and events.
Why it matters
Pipeline development is a key economic issue for Alberta, and comments from the prime minister at a high-profile public event draw attention to the federal government's stance.
Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived at the Calgary Stampede on Saturday night, shortly after returning from a trip to the Middle East. During his visit, he ate mini doughnuts and watched chuckwagon races, two of the Stampede's signature attractions.
Amid the festivities, Carney was reported discussing pipelines with people he encountered at the event, telling at least one person 'it's looking good' regarding the topic.
The visit comes as pipeline development remains a recurring subject of discussion between the federal government and Alberta's energy sector. No further details on specific pipeline projects or commitments were included in the reporting.
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