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ARTICLE · 09 APRIL 2026

Canada’s LNG Opportunity

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Canada is well-positioned to become a leading global supplier of LNG as the demand for reliable sources of natural gas surges around the world. Canada is the world’s fifth-largest producer of natural gas...

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Canada is well-positioned to become a leading global supplier of LNG as the demand for reliable sources of natural gas surges around the world. Canada is the world’s fifth-largest producer of natural gas but ranked 19th out of 24 countries in exporting LNG in 20251. This will change as Canadian LNG production ramps up over the coming years. Many countries are looking to diversify their supply of LNG, making Canada’s secure, stable and long-term resources increasingly attractive.

Current and proposed Canadian LNG facilities

LNG Canada in Kitimat, BC, is currently Canada’s lone export facility and began operations in June 2025. It has a full capacity of 14 million tonnes per year but could increase to 15 million through operational efficiencies. The proposed Phase 2 expansion would double production. It was one of the first projects referred to Canada’s Major Projects Office (MPO), and a final investment decision on Phase 2 is expected by the end of 2026.

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