Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) highlighted in a speech to the Canadian Italian Business and Professional Association the government's commitment to supporting jobs and economic growth by streamlining the review process for major economic projects. Oliver said major economic projects in Canada are currently subject to long, unpredictable and potentially endless delays because … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) highlighted in a speech to the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce the government's commitment to supporting jobs and economic growth by streamlining the review process for major economic projects. Oliver said major economic projects in Canada are currently subject to long, unpredictable and potentially endless delays because of a … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) outlined the government's vision for the country's future prosperity to government and industry leaders at a reception hosted by the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Oliver emphasized that Canada is facing tremendous opportunity to capitalize on natural resource development and stimulate jobs and growth in a period of global economic uncertainty. … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) issued a statement regarding the Keystone XL pipeline. Oliver said that while the government hopes that a decision on the proposed Keystone XL will eventually be made based on its merits and that the project will be approved, the delay shows how necessary it is for Canada to … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) addressed the Vancouver Board of Trade to discuss how responsible development of Canada's natural resources will create jobs and economic growth. Oliver underscored the importance of responsible resource development to ensure that Canada continues to attract investment in its resource sector, so that the full potential of the … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) announced that Canada moved forward with its plan to advance clean energy technologies and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Oliver announced an investment of $14 million in Aquistore, a carbon capture and storage demonstration project near Estevan, SK. The government is contributing $9 million through its ecoENERGY Technology Initiative … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) is launching a four-day trip to four cities in Western Canada and Ontario to meet with business, community and Aboriginal leaders to discuss the importance of responsible resource development to jobs and economic growth across Canada. The full release is available online. Call 613-996-2007.
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) wrapped up his trip to Kuwait, where he attended the International Energy Forum, the world's largest gathering of energy ministers, representing 90 percent of global oil and gas supply and demand. The two-day event brought together heads of national and international oil companies, as well as representatives of … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) wrapped up his first day at the International Energy Forum in Kuwait, where he promoted bilateral trade and investment and advanced Canada's position on key energy issues. The forum is the world's largest gathering of energy ministers. This is the first meeting of the International Energy Forum to … Read more
Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver (Eglington-Lawrence, ON) addressed the Newfoundland & Labrador Oil & Gas Industries Association to discuss the important contributions the oil and gas sector has made to the province's economy. Oliver said the oil and gas industry has transformed the economy of Newfoundland and Labrador. Oliver also took the opportunity to highlight … Read more
