What is a strategic oil reserve? Does Canada have one?

AI Briefing

• – A strategic oil reserve is a stockpile of oil held by a country to stabilize global energy markets and ensure energy security in times of crisis.
• – Canada does not have a single, unified strategic oil reserve, but rather a network of storage facilities across the country managed by the Canadian Strategic Stockpile (CSS) and provincial and territorial authorities.
• – The CSS holds approximately 20 million barrels of oil, which can be released to support Canada's energy needs during times of supply disruptions.