Coastal GasLink Pipeline Signs Project Agreements With First Nations in BC

摘要

TransCanada Corp. announced Dec. 10 that its Coastal GasLink Pipeline Project has signed long-term project agreements with the Burns Lake Indian Band, Blueberry River First Nations (a participant in the historic Treaty 8), and Lheidli T'enneh First Nation. These agreements outline financial and other benefits and commitments that will be provided to these communities for as long as the pipeline project is in service, according to TransCanada. "These agreements are a reflection of the meaningful way Aboriginal groups are choosing to participate in the long-term development of B.C.'s natural gas industry," said Rick Gateman, Coastal GasLink Pipeline Project president. "Their important contributions to our project allow us to incorporate their local knowledge into our planning and pipeline design, which is a priority for us. Their participation in these agreements makes Coastal GasLink a better project, and enables them to participate in the significant benefits coming from the project."