The Coastal GasLink Pipeline project signed long-term project agreements with Nadleh Whut'en First Nation and West Moberly First Nations, TransCanada Corp. said Jan. 20.
Coastal GasLink proposed to construct and operate a 670-kilometer natural gas pipeline from the Groundbirch area near Dawson Creek, British Columbia, to the proposed LNG Canada export facility near near Kitimat, British Columbia.
The CA$4.8 million project is a key component of TransCanada's capital growth plan, which includes more than CA$13 billion in proposed natural gas pipeline projects.
To date, Coastal GasLink has had 15,000 interactions and engagements with Aboriginal communities along the proposed pipeline route, and Aboriginal people have completed one-quarter of the fieldwork, TransCanada said.
"We have worked closely with the Coastal GasLink team to ensure our culture, the environment, safety and economic benefits are considered," said Chief Roland Willson, West Moberly First Nations.
The project will provide more than 2,000 jobs during construction, and 32% of the project’s total cost will be spent locally in British Columbia.
Coastal GasLink has now secured 11 project agreements and is concluding agreements with other First Nations along the pipeline route.
TransCanada Corp. is based in Calgary, Alberta.
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