The re-import of bituminous or oil shale and tar sands to Canada shows a steady upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with a consistent increase in volume each year. In 2024, this volume was forecasted at 3.65 thousand kilograms, marking a substantial rise since 2023 where actual data stood lower. Between 2024 and 2025, there's a year-on-year increase of approximately 6%, and this trend of growth continues annually at a similar rate. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in volume is expected to average around 5.1%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential global market fluctuations affecting the cost-effectiveness of re-importation.
Technological advancements in extraction and processing impacting domestic production and imports.
Environmental and regulatory changes influencing importation strategies.
Emerging markets for bituminous products potentially altering supply and demand dynamics.