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Federal-Provincial Tensions Over Alberta's Energy Industry

In a recent House of Commons Standing Committee on Natural Resources meeting, discussions centered on Alberta's energy sector and the cleanup of abandoned oil wells. Alberta's alleged stigmatization by federal policies was a focal point, with Ms. Goodridge criticizing the Liberal Government's approach. Challenges faced by contractors during the pandemic and delays in federal funding were highlighted. Proposals for federal accountability in cleanup costs and First Nations' involvement were brought up, although procedural issues blocked an amendment for a study on orphaned wells. The meeting underscored ongoing federal-provincial tensions and the complexities of energy regulation and cleanup obligations.

Sources: ['Transcripts: parlvu.parl.gc.ca']