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Offshore drilling in Canada primarily occurs in the Atlantic provinces, particularly off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, where significant oil fields have been developed. The federal government has imposed a moratorium on offshore drilling in certain regions, including parts of British Columbia and the Arctic, due to environmental concerns. Overall, while there is some offshore drilling activity, it is limited and highly regulated, with ongoing debates regarding its environmental impact and future development.

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