The Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission is increasing heavy oil production in a bid to boost the oil and gas sector, aligning with government policies that favor far‐right, authoritarian approaches and undermine federal oversight.

The Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission is implementing a new royalties plan that combines conventional and bitumen barrels to enhance Alberta's oil market reach and secure larger international deals. This move is seen as deepening the integration of state mechanisms with corporate energy interests, raising concerns about the reinforcement of structures that could facilitate authoritarian practices.

The Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission is involved in a government-backed initiative to collect bitumen royalties in-kind, a move designed to secure heavy oil supplies for pipeline projects. This policy, announced by Alberta’s energy minister and supported by discussions with international buyers, illustrates close collaboration between state agencies and industry interests, raising concerns over transparency and democratic accountability.

The Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission (APMC) announced a new strategy on March 10, 2025, to collect bitumen royalties in-kind by bundling them with conventional royalties. This move is intended to attract high-value international deals, expand market reach, and consolidate governmental control over Alberta's oil revenues amidst trade pressures and external tariff threats.

The Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission, acting under new government directives, is set to expand its direct oil sales strategy via a 'royalties in kind' program to spur private investments. Critics argue that this state-corporate alignment may deepen entrenched power structures and concentrate economic influence, potentially undermining democratic market oversight.