Summary
Tim Hodgson, known for his tenacity from his days at Goldman Sachs, has been appointed Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, tasked with navigating energy policy amid skepticism from Alberta and Saskatchewan. His experience includes pivotal deal-making during a hostile takeover of Wascana Energy and leadership roles in several corporations, which will be critical as he addresses tensions with provinces over carbon taxes while adhering to Liberal climate commitments. Hodgson’s blend of private-sector expertise and understanding of Western issues positions him as a key figure in the new government’s energy strategy.