What is the capacity and intended purpose of Canada's newly announced oil pipeline to British Columbia's west coast?

The newly announced oil pipeline will have a capacity of one million barrels per day and is intended to transport oil from Alberta to the west coast of British Columbia to access global markets.

Which entities are involved in developing the new pipeline, and what is the stated economic impact of the project?

The Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission (APMC), Trans Mountain Corporation (leading development and execution), and Pembina Pipeline Corporation are involved in a joint venture; the project is backed by a $200 billion investment pledge under the Canada-British Columbia Cooperative Prosperity Agreement and is projected to add over $16 billion to Canada’s GDP.

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Canada to build new oil pipeline to BC west coast

Jul 3, 2026

Canada plans to build a new one million barrel-per-day oil pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia's west coast along the Trans Mountain corridor. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the initiative with a $200 billion investment pledge to enhance GDP and global energy supply.

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