Canada needs to recognize itself as the energy giant that it is, and more importantly, realize how much greater of a giant it can be, while also being a leader in the energy transition. Unfortunately, we lack a cohesive, pragmatic culture and a fact-based narrative around energy, especially around fossil fuels, to take us to the next level.  

Debates and dialogues about fossil fuels and renewables are sharply polarized and too often crash into unworkable and impracticable extremes. One side calls for going to sleep one night and magically waking up without oil and gas, while the other rules out an energy transition entirely.