"Just because we're in a health crisis doesn't mean we can neglect the environmental crisis," Justin Trudeau said on Friday morning. Trudeau actually made that declaration in the middle of announcing a series of measures to support the oil and gas industry and those who work in it. The ultimate future of the oil and gas industry will remain a significant question for this country, just as it was before the pandemic's arrival. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses Canadians on the COVID-19 pandemic from Rideau Cottage in Ottawa on Friday, April 17, 2020. Environmentalists might be happy that Trudeau has stopped short of a "bailout" for the oil industry — at least for now.

Source: CBC News April 18, 2020 08:01 UTC