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10/3 podcast: Why one small Alberta town matters to Canada’s energy future

June 5, 2026

Smack in the middle of the Alberta prairie, a couple of hours away from Edmonton, and even Red Deer, sits one of most crucial points in Canada’s oil infrastructure.

Despite being a key hub for Alberta oil heading south to the U.S. and elsewhere in Canada, Hardisty has faced many of the challenges small towns across Canada face.

Financial Post feature writer Joe O’Connor joins the show to discuss the history of Hardisty, why it plays such a major role in the oil industry, and how the community is rallying to attract newcomers.

Background reading:Welcome to the most important oil town in Canada — population 623

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