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The Canadian government says it’s moving forward with the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion from Alberta to the west coast of British Columbia. But the proposed $4.5 billion project faces considerable opposition from a number of tribes and Indigenous groups. Construction would mean a new pipeline next to the existing line from Edmonton, Alberta to Burnaby, British Columbia. It would significantly increase the amount of oil flowing to tanker ships going to Pacific nations. Tribes on the U.S. side of the border express concern over the increased potential for a catastrophic oil spill. A coalition of First Nations is suing over a lack of consultation. But another Indigenous group is working on an investment strategy to benefit tribes along the pipeline route.
Guests:
Charlene Aleck (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) – councilor liaison for Sacred Trust Initiative
Merle Alexander – Principal at Miller Titerle + Company
Raynell Zuni (Lummi Tribe) – manager of the Lummi Nation Sovereignty and Treaty Protection Office
Dr. Kurt Russo – senior policy analysist for the Lummi Nation Sovereignty and Treaty Protection Office
Break Music: O Canada (song) Asani (artist) Listen (album)
