Alberta · Oil sands · updated October 12, 2026
Canadian Natural growth projects (on hold)
Pike 2, Jackfish and a new Jackpine mine wait on federal–Alberta agreements due November 2026.
- Province
- Alberta
- Location
- Athabasca region
- Sector
- Oil sands
- Owner
- Canadian Natural Resources
- Status
- On hold until definitive Oil Sands Alliance–Alberta–federal agreements are finalized
- Next milestone
- Agreements targeted November 2026
- Disclosed cost
- Not publicly disclosed
- Other details
- Jackfish +30,000 bbl/d; Pike 2 70,000 bbl/d; Jackpine Mine +150,000 bbl/d; Horizon in-pit extraction and PFT 90,000 bbl/d
Why it matters for contractors and suppliers
This is the single largest swing factor for oil sands contractors in 2027–2030.
If the agreements land in November, SAGD and mining packages would follow.
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Sources
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Frequently asked
What is the status of Canadian Natural growth projects (on hold)?
As of October 12, 2026: On hold until definitive Oil Sands Alliance–Alberta–federal agreements are finalized. Next: Agreements targeted November 2026.
Who owns Canadian Natural growth projects (on hold)?
Canadian Natural Resources.
How much does Canadian Natural growth projects (on hold) cost?
Not publicly disclosed.