Alberta vs U.S. Trade Tactics | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Jason Kenney is challenging Alberta’s trade stance with the U.S., arguing that cutting off oil and gas exports weakens Canada’s leverage—especially as American voters face rising costs. He proposes export taxes on fuel and potash as a smarter, more impactful tool. Meanwhile, Premier Danielle Smith insists oil won’t be used in retaliation, fearing harm to Canadians and reduced funds for other sectors. Ontario’s Doug Ford pushes for a united, aggressive front using all economic tools, while Alberta’s NDP leader Naheed Nenshi blasts Smith’s rigid stance as giving the U.S. an advantage—and…