The Ontario government says they’ve taken a major step toward securing Canada’s energy future by issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a feasibility study on a new economic and energy corridor.
Announced on August 7, the plan aims to connect Alberta’s oil and gas supply with refineries in Southern Ontario, and potentially open access via a new deep-sea port on James Bay.
Premier Doug Ford emphasized that dependence on foreign-controlled infrastructure is no longer sustainable: “It’s time to build cross-Canada infrastructure… to protect our energy security and create jobs,” he said.
Under a Memorandum of Understanding with Alberta and Saskatchewan, the study will explore key infrastructure including pipelines, port developments on James and Hudson Bay, and a possible oil refinery. It also includes planning for Indigenous partnerships, risk mitigation, and the potential for a national strategic petroleum reserve.
As the initiative progresses, Ontario says it will continue to uphold its commitment to Indigenous consultation and economic reconciliation. The proposed corridor aims to reduce reliance on U.S. energy routes, enhance domestic energy supply, and strengthen Canada’s economic resilience.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
