Building a refinery in BC was floated as a possible solution to the province’s soaring gas prices on Thursday.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Ottawa is open to refinery proposals from the private sector as a public inquiry into the BC’s soaring gas prices continues.
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When questioned about the possibility, Premier John Horgan said BC wants to transition away from fossil fuel dependence, but that transition should be aided by more refined product.
“Having 99% of our oil go to the United States doesn’t do anything for our environment,” said Trudeau to reporters.
“Putting the profits from the TMX into the green transition will do a lot for the environment.”
With files from the Canadian Press.
