Alberta Premier Danielle Smith anticipates that a private-sector company will propose a new oil pipeline to the British Columbia coast within weeks. This project aims to position itself among the first on the Canadian government's list of nationally important projects. Smith described the forthcoming proposal as the most credible and economically viable among private sector pipeline options. Calgary-based Enbridge, North America's largest publicly traded oil pipeline company, and South Bow Corp. have not yet commented on the expected proposal. In early July 2025, Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed two memoranda of understanding focused on energy priorities, trade, and interprovincial cooperation, including efforts to promote pipelines and rail links to facilitate Canadian energy exports. These agreements are described as transformational interprovincial trade deals intended to bolster the energy sector. The joint announcement has drawn some criticism from stakeholders such as the Alberta Prosperity Project co-founder. Additionally, there were reports that Danielle Smith's husband was invited to government meetings, though no further details were provided.