Latest milestones move Cedar LNG closer to getting a green light
The proposed US$3.4-billion Cedar LNG facility is looking more likely to become a reality in the wake of recent positive statements by the project partners.
Canada
Apr 5
‘Floatel’ ship slated to house 600 LNG workers arrives in Vancouver from Europe
The ship recently housed people fleeing war in Ukraine, and the company building the LNG export facility says it has since undergone an "extensive refit."
Politics
Jan 5
Civil society groups, minister at odds on whether B.C. on track to meet climate targets
Environment Minister George Heyman said Tuesday B.C. is on track to meet its climate targets, citing "one of the leading plans in North America" to address climate change.
Environment
Nov 7, 2023
New Enbridge CEO says Canada is missing opportunities as world cries out for energy
'We are a relatively small country from a population perspective, and a giant country from a energy production perspective. So we better figure this out.'
Economy
Feb 10, 2023
Outgoing CEO says Enbridge is a ‘poster child’ for an orderly energy transition
"Anyone that says they can forecast energy markets is blowing smoke," the 63-year-old chief executive of Enbridge Inc. said in an interview last week.
Economy
Dec 5, 2022
Boaters fill Howe Sound to protest possible LNG plant in Squamish
Dozens of ships filled southern Howe Sound today to rally against the proposed Woodfibre LNG project in Squamish.
Jul 11, 2015
Squamish Nation goes to court over Trans Mountain
A British Columbia First Nation has launched a court challenge to overturn the National Energy Board's recommendation that the federal cabinet approve the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.
Economy
Jun 16, 2016
New Sea to Sky gondola opens in Squamish as protesters rally against LNG plant in the area
Watch: The grand opening of the Sea to Sky gondola The new Sea to Sky gondola will officially open this morning in Squamish. The gondola will take tourists on a 10-minute, nearly two-kilometer ride to the top of Howe Sound, 886 meters above sea level. The company behind the project says it will provide new views...
May 16, 2014
BC Liberals would revoke Vancouver’s ‘ban’ on natural gas if elected
The City of Vancouver is moving ahead with plans to ban natural gas as a fuel, but the BC Liberals are fighting back against the controversial move, pledging to repeal the city's ban if they are elected in May.
News
Apr 29, 2017
What killed the $36-billion Pacific NorthWest LNG project?
The Pacific NorthWest LNG project will not be going ahead. What happened, who loses out and who will benefit?
Canada
Jul 26, 2017
Woodfibre LNG opponents take to the water in Howe Sound
About 150 people took to the water in Howe Sound on Saturday to oppose LNG development in the Squamish area.
Aug 26, 2017
‘A spectacular day for British Columbians’: Premier Horgan vows to hit climate targets even with LNG emissions
The B.C. government is promising to hit climate action goals following a massive $40-billion investment by LNG Canada to build an LNG facility in Kitimat.
Canada
Oct 2, 2018
Room with a view: Woodfibre LNG proposes floating work camp for construction crews
When construction workers arrive to build Squamish's Woodfibre LNG plant, they may find themselves with a particularly good view of Howe Sound.
Economy
Oct 29, 2019
Economic reconciliation: B.C. showcase highlights Indigenous business success
Chief Terry Paul of the Membertou First Nation in Nova Scotia shared lessons learned from his role in securing the $1-billion Clearwater Seafoods acquisition.
Economy
May 26, 2022
WATCH: LNG facility proposed for Squamish
The town of Squamish is hoping to reinvigorate its industrial base with an export terminal for liquefied natural gas.
Nov 27, 2013
Howe Sound on cusp of $2.5 billion in new industrial development
Gravel mines, garbage incinerators, and LNG facilities are all planned for area currently known for its environmental prestige.
Jan 15, 2014
Squamish Nation planning major housing development on lands near Kitsilano
The 3,000-unit project would mark the first large-scale urban development project by an Indigenous group in Canada.
Apr 10, 2019
‘Take your blinkers off’: fired LNG advocate Gordon Wilson defends his tenure
"There's been all kinds of work done in the province of British Columbia, you guys need to take your blinkers off."
Politics
Aug 2, 2017
Woodfibre LNG project in B.C. to proceed
Woodfibre LNG says it is proceeding with its proposed liquefied natural gas development near Squamish, B.C., in what would be the province's first LNG project.
Nov 4, 2016
B.C. LNG industry faces more uncertainty as another investor pulls out
The second of two key investors in the proposed Kitimat LNG development announced Wednesday it plans to sell its 50 per cent stake in the project.
Economy
May 19, 2021