New law would allow Alberta to restrict flow of oil and gas
EDMONTON — The Alberta government has introduced legislation that would give the energy minister power to restrict the flow of oil, gasoline and natural gas leaving the province.
Once passed, Marg McCuaig-Boyd would be able to direct truckers, pipeline companies and rail operators on how much product could be shipped and when.
Violators would face fines of up to $1 million a day for individuals and $10 million a day for a corporation.
Alberta is locked in a dispute with British Columbia over the Trans Mountain pipeline.