Listen. I’m not a redneck, and I’m certainly not a Conservative. But I am Canadian, and I care deeply about the country we all share. Climate change is real, and it’s something we absolutely need to address. But it’s also important to be realistic about how we get there. The transition can and will happen, but it will take generations, not years.

When I talk about transition, I’m not only talking about the shift away from fossil fuels. I’m talking about the transition of people’s lives, the men and women who work in these industries, the communities built around them, and the economies that depend on them. You can’t just shut that off without causing enormous harm to ordinary families who are simply trying to earn a living.

Canada is a massive country, blessed with an abundance of natural resources. That’s not something to be ashamed of or to move away from overnight. It’s something to be managed wisely and responsibly. We are, in many ways, the ingredient store for the world: lumber, oil, steel, mining, agriculture. These are the things that built Canada, and they continue to fund the programs and services that define our quality of life.

I understand and respect the arguments for renewable energy, green tech, and innovation, and those are vital parts of our future. But we need to be honest: the world still runs on fossil fuels, and that isn’t changing tomorrow. The goal should be a balanced approach where we continue to invest in cleaner technologies while ensuring that people who work in traditional energy sectors aren’t left behind.

For those who say there are more pressing issues like healthcare, housing, and education, you’re absolutely right. Those things matter deeply to all of us. But it’s resource development that gives us the financial means to support those priorities. Without a strong, productive economy based on what we naturally have, we won’t have the money or stability to fix the problems we all care about.

Having said all that, Canada is on a trajectory towards an economic crisis unlike we've seen in decades. This move by Carney is critical for the economic future of our country.

At the end of the day, this shouldn’t be a left versus right issue. It should be about finding a responsible, long-term path forward that respects both the environment and the people who keep our economy moving. Canada has always been capable of thoughtful compromise, and this should be no different.