Enbridge says it would pitch new pipeline to reach West Coast if right conditions exist
- On June 25, 2025, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced active discussions with pipeline companies about a West Coast pipeline to Prince Rupert, B.C.
- Smith's pipeline plan aims to test the federal government's new two-year review process but faces obstacles like the West Coast tanker ban and uncertain industry support.
- Enbridge Inc., Canada's largest crude shipper with a vast Canada-US pipeline network, stated it will consider market-diversifying projects if demand and regulatory conditions allow.
- Smith mentioned that discussions with pipeline companies are advancing and that the emergence of a single party or group to take the lead may soon happen, while Premier David Eby emphasized that currently, there is no actual project or proponent involved.
- The pipeline's realization would require significant legislative changes and overcoming opposition from First Nations and environmental groups concerned about ecological risks.
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Enbridge says it would pitch new Alberta-B. C. pipeline only under right conditions
CALGARY - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed confidence one or more private-sector pipeline operators will come forward with a plan to ship oilsands crude to the Port of Prince
Enbridge says it would pitch new Alberta-B.C. pipeline only under right conditions - The Turtle Island News
By Lauren Krugel Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has expressed confidence one or more private-sector pipeline operators will come forward with a plan to ship oilsands crude to the Port of Prince Rupert, B.C., and test the federal government’s new regime to speed along projects deemed in Canada’s national interest. But if pipeline companies are keen on proposing a new West Coast pipeline project in the near future, they’re not saying so publicly. …
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