Canadian Identity Minister Steven Guilbeault has resigned from cabinet after Prime Minister Mark Carney signed a memorandum of understanding with Alberta that outlines a roadmap for a new oil pipeline to the Pacific coast.
Guilbeault, who served as environment minister under Justin Trudeau, said in a statement that he “understands the Prime Minister’s efforts to ensure our country remains united,” but that environmental issues “must remain front and centre.”
“That is why I strongly oppose the Memorandum of Understanding between the federal government and the government of Alberta,” read the statement posted on social media. ---More...