Category Archives: energy
Standing up with First Nations and communities across the province by strongly opposing the Enbridge tarsands pipeline.
For Immediate Release May 11, 2011 VICTORIA— The decision to continue to champion the Enbridge tarsands pipeline despite overwhelming opposition from B.C. First Nations shows that government is giving up on the New Relationship, says New Democrat aboriginal relations and reconciliation … Continue reading
Filed under energy, environment, First Nations, rural bc, Uncategorized
Rally against Enbridge Northern Gateway Project draws hundreds in Prince Rupert
By Monica Lamb-Yorski – The Northern View Published: May 13, 2011 9:00 AM Updated: May 13, 2011 10:00 AM To view article online click here. Amidst the laughter, unity, and spirit of a rally against the Enbridge Northern Gateway … Continue reading
Filed under Community, energy, environment, First Nations, fisheries, Uncategorized
BC Liberals’ Boosting of Coastal Drilling a Dangerous Sign
For Immediate Release Sept. 22, 2009 VICTORIA— The B.C. Liberals’ post-election renewed push to lift the ban on coastal oil drilling shows their environmental promises during the campaign were nothing more than hot air, say New Democrats. “It’s environmental hypocrisy … Continue reading
Filed under economy, energy, environment, press release
Mayor Welcomes Transmission Line, but MLA Questions Provincial Commitment
North Coast reaction to the announcement of $130 million in committed federal funds for the Northwest Transmission Line has been mostly positive, with Prince Rupert mayor Jack Mussallem saying that the transmission line and the jobs it could bring will … Continue reading
Filed under energy, Reported Elsewhere, rural bc
MLA voices concern over proposed energy alliance
NORTH COAST- A newly proposed strategic alliance between Canada and China’s state-controlled energy mega-company, the China National Petroleum Corporation, has North Coast MLA Gary Coons concerned about the potential impacts on his constituents. Gordon Campbell’s push for a mega “energy … Continue reading
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