Pipelines, energy and natural resources

[MilEME09]

Embridge has no desire (unless Federal injects some funding).

Enbridge says it’s not willing to take on development risk of Alberta pipeline project

CEO Greg Ebel says his company has enough other opportunities

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BCs stance doesnt help but many conditions have been laid out so them saying no also brings to question if the market is there for abother pipeline right now. Note he specifically said to the BC coast. Makes me wonder if enbridge is pondering something to Churchill or east

 

[daftandbarmy]

BCs stance doesnt help but many conditions have been laid out so them saying no also brings to question if the market is there for abother pipeline right now. Note he specifically said to the BC coast. Makes me wonder if enbridge is pondering something to Churchill or east

The tanker ban zone doesn't include Stewart BC, or Vancouver, just sayin'

BC Marine Conservation Analysis: browse or search

A collaborative project designed to provide information about marine biodiversity and human activity in BC's marine waters.

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Port of Stewart | District of Stewart

The Port of Stewart is the most northerly ice-free port located in one of the most mineral rich regions in North America.

districtofstewart.com

 

[YZT580]

BCs stance doesnt help but many conditions have been laid out so them saying no also brings to question if the market is there for abother pipeline right now. Note he specifically said to the BC coast. Makes me wonder if enbridge is pondering something to Churchill or east

put yourself in their position. You have x dollars to invest in future development. Would you risk a significant portion of it on trying to ram through a pipeline to the west coast knowing that the GOC has stated emphatically that both the indigenous and the B.C. government have to be on side and knowing that there are significant taxes that will have to be paid and that you have to come up with a very expensive solution to the carbon problem. Better to put your money under your pillow.

 

[Kirkhill]

The tanker ban zone doesn't include Stewart BC, or Vancouver, just sayin'

BC Marine Conservation Analysis: browse or search

A collaborative project designed to provide information about marine biodiversity and human activity in BC's marine waters.

bcmca.ca

Port of Stewart | District of Stewart

The Port of Stewart is the most northerly ice-free port located in one of the most mineral rich regions in North America.

districtofstewart.com

Further to....

Hyder–Stewart Border Crossing - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

The Eagle Spirit Energy Pipeline is a proposed $16-billion, 1,500-kilometre pipeline project designed to carry up to two million barrels of crude oil per day from Alberta to the West Coast. It is championed by Calvin Helin, a member of the Lax Kw’alaams First Nation, and is backed by the Aquilini Investment Group.
Key details regarding the project, Lax Kw'alaams, and Hyder, Alaska, include:

• Project Goal: The pipeline is designed to transport "upgraded" or synthetic crude oil—which is easier to clean up than diluted bitumen—from Fort McMurray to the West Coast, aiming to be the "greenest on the planet".
• The Hyder, Alaska Alternative: Due to the Canadian federal government's Bill C-48 (the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act), which bans oil tankers on the northern B.C. coast, the project has explored routing to Hyder, Alaska, as an alternative to avoid the ban.

"If the court challenge fails, Eagle Spirit Energy has a plan to avoid the tanker moratorium entirely, Calvin Helin says.

He said the group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a landowner across the U.S. border in Hyder, Alaska. The tiny town wants to host the pipeline as an alternative location for the port terminal, Helin said."

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/the-b-c-pipeline-project-you-ve-never-heard-of-and-why-it-may-succeed-1.4646892

Calvin Helin
, a lawyer, author, and President/Chairman of Eagle Spirit Energy Holdings Ltd., has been a key Indigenous voice advocating for natural resource development, particularly in collaboration with Alberta's, and specifically Danielle Smith's, vision for energy projects.
Based on recent developments in 2025-2026, here are the key details regarding his involvement:

• Pipeline Vision & Partnership: Helin has spearheaded the Eagle Spirit Energy Corridor, a project aimed at building a pipeline from Alberta to the B.C. coast, with support from dozens of First Nations, designed to counter the federal tanker ban (Bill C-48) and provide Indigenous economic sovereignty.
• Alignment with Danielle Smith: Helin has collaborated with the UCP government, advocating for a "Pipeline West" initiative, which aligns with Premier Danielle Smith’s focus on challenging federal environmental regulations (such as Bill C-69 and C-59) to accelerate energy infrastructure.
• 2025 Policy Support: Helin was featured in discussions regarding policy suggestions for 2025 and beyond, specifically advocating for the repeal of federal bills that block projects, and supporting the "Greenlight LNG" initiatives to sell Canadian gas to Asian and European markets.
• Advocacy Position: Helin argues that Indigenous-led projects are essential for Canada's energy future, stressing that meaningful consultation and equity ownership are critical, rather than viewing Indigenous communities as an afterthought.

His work is focused on transitioning Indigenous communities from "economic dependency" to "self-reliance" through the ownership of resource projects.
....
Indigenous response to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) announced by Alberta Premier
Danielle Smith
and4 Federal Minister
Mark Carney
on November 27, 2025, regarding a new pipeline to the B.C. coast was divided, featuring support from some Alberta-based industry-aligned groups and strong opposition from many British Columbia (B.C.) First Nations.
Key Indigenous Supporters (Present at Announcement)
At the news conference following the signing, Premier Smith highlighted the presence of several leaders from Alberta-based communities, indicating support for the economic potential of the project:

• Dave Lamouche
  : President of the Métis Settlement General Council.
• Chief George Arcand Jr.: Alexander First Nation (stated it is an "excellent opportunity to demonstrate partnership and progress").
• Chief Cody Thomas: Enoch Cree Nation
• Chief Tony Alexis: Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.
• Chief Kelsey Jacko: Cold Lake First Nation.
• Chief Delbert Wapass: Thunderchild First Nation (Saskatchewan).
• Loretta Waquan
  : President of Fort McKay Métis Nation (welcomed the MOU, highlighting the potential for jobs, skills training, and own-source revenues for housing and education).
• Chris Sankey
  : Former Lax Kw'alaams councillor (represented B.C. interests).

 

[daftandbarmy]

Further to....

Hyder–Stewart Border Crossing - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

The Eagle Spirit Energy Pipeline is a proposed $16-billion, 1,500-kilometre pipeline project designed to carry up to two million barrels of crude oil per day from Alberta to the West Coast. It is championed by Calvin Helin, a member of the Lax Kw’alaams First Nation, and is backed by the Aquilini Investment Group.
Key details regarding the project, Lax Kw'alaams, and Hyder, Alaska, include:

• Project Goal: The pipeline is designed to transport "upgraded" or synthetic crude oil—which is easier to clean up than diluted bitumen—from Fort McMurray to the West Coast, aiming to be the "greenest on the planet".
• The Hyder, Alaska Alternative: Due to the Canadian federal government's Bill C-48 (the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act), which bans oil tankers on the northern B.C. coast, the project has explored routing to Hyder, Alaska, as an alternative to avoid the ban.

"If the court challenge fails, Eagle Spirit Energy has a plan to avoid the tanker moratorium entirely, Calvin Helin says.

He said the group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a landowner across the U.S. border in Hyder, Alaska. The tiny town wants to host the pipeline as an alternative location for the port terminal, Helin said."

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/the-b-c-pipeline-project-you-ve-never-heard-of-and-why-it-may-succeed-1.4646892

Calvin Helin
, a lawyer, author, and President/Chairman of Eagle Spirit Energy Holdings Ltd., has been a key Indigenous voice advocating for natural resource development, particularly in collaboration with Alberta's, and specifically Danielle Smith's, vision for energy projects.
Based on recent developments in 2025-2026, here are the key details regarding his involvement:

• Pipeline Vision & Partnership: Helin has spearheaded the Eagle Spirit Energy Corridor, a project aimed at building a pipeline from Alberta to the B.C. coast, with support from dozens of First Nations, designed to counter the federal tanker ban (Bill C-48) and provide Indigenous economic sovereignty.
• Alignment with Danielle Smith: Helin has collaborated with the UCP government, advocating for a "Pipeline West" initiative, which aligns with Premier Danielle Smith’s focus on challenging federal environmental regulations (such as Bill C-69 and C-59) to accelerate energy infrastructure.
• 2025 Policy Support: Helin was featured in discussions regarding policy suggestions for 2025 and beyond, specifically advocating for the repeal of federal bills that block projects, and supporting the "Greenlight LNG" initiatives to sell Canadian gas to Asian and European markets.
• Advocacy Position: Helin argues that Indigenous-led projects are essential for Canada's energy future, stressing that meaningful consultation and equity ownership are critical, rather than viewing Indigenous communities as an afterthought.

His work is focused on transitioning Indigenous communities from "economic dependency" to "self-reliance" through the ownership of resource projects.
....
Indigenous response to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) announced by Alberta Premier
Danielle Smith
and4 Federal Minister
Mark Carney
on November 27, 2025, regarding a new pipeline to the B.C. coast was divided, featuring support from some Alberta-based industry-aligned groups and strong opposition from many British Columbia (B.C.) First Nations.
Key Indigenous Supporters (Present at Announcement)
At the news conference following the signing, Premier Smith highlighted the presence of several leaders from Alberta-based communities, indicating support for the economic potential of the project:

• Dave Lamouche
  : President of the Métis Settlement General Council.
• Chief George Arcand Jr.: Alexander First Nation (stated it is an "excellent opportunity to demonstrate partnership and progress").
• Chief Cody Thomas: Enoch Cree Nation
• Chief Tony Alexis: Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation.
• Chief Kelsey Jacko: Cold Lake First Nation.
• Chief Delbert Wapass: Thunderchild First Nation (Saskatchewan).
• Loretta Waquan
  : President of Fort McKay Métis Nation (welcomed the MOU, highlighting the potential for jobs, skills training, and own-source revenues for housing and education).
• Chris Sankey
  : Former Lax Kw'alaams councillor (represented B.C. interests).

A great example of a First Nation championed resource project.

There are alot of them in BC, and the ones who want to make it work won't be found on the news complaining loudly about being 'downtrodden victims'