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Severe turbulence caused helicopter crash on Bowen THE BELL 212 WENT DOWN OVER HOWE SOUND MARCH 5, 2021
BRONWYN BEAIRSTO Coast Reporter
TOURNEY TIME: The Brewers - and all other teams - will be hoping to send plenty of dingers over the fence this week as play gets underway in the annual Fastpitch Tournament. Games begin Friday night and run through Sunday, with nightly entertainment at the Pub. See the Calendar on Page 8 for more./ Alex Kurial photo
New rules for detached suites ALEX KURIAL Editor Minimum lot size requirements for detached secondary suites are
officially a thing of the past on Bowen Island. The decision was made at council’s July 25 meeting; the group’s final gathering before the summer break. The bylaw amendment
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means that – in theory – any property on the island can now build a detached secondary suite (DSS). Previously a property had to be at least 0.36 hectares to allow this. CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
A 2021 helicopter crash on Bowen Island tha t left one Bell 212 totalled but that two local pilots miraculously survived, was caused by “environmental conditions” and helicopter “system limitations,” a Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) investigation found. The Sechelt-based Airspan Helicopters Ltd. aircraft was headed out to Cypress Provincial Park that day – March 5, 2021 – where it was doing work for BC Hydro. There were no passengers on-board and the helicopter wasn’t carrying any load. The weather was “conducive to severe mechanical turbulence, lee waves and low-level wind shear along the helicopter’s flight path,” said the July 28, 2022, TSB release. The pilots were aware of the conditions but based on an improving forecast, desire to complete the flight and observation that other aircraft were operating out of the Sechelt airport, decided to continue, said the TSB. The flight lifted off from Sechelt Airport at about 9:35 a.m. Ten minutes later, cruising about two nautical miles away from Bowen, the helicopter entered a section of severe turbulence, which led to a loss of control and “excessive flapping of the main rotor blades,” said the release. CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
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Candidate Information Session
Wildfire Season
Events All Council meetings are open to the public to attend in person or electronically, unless noted otherwise. August 4, 2022 6:30 - 8:00 pm Hot Summer Nights with the Bowen Island Fire Rescue @ BICS parking lot.
The heat has abated briefly and forecasts indicate temperatures will August 17, 2022 5:00 pm be closer to seasonal averages this week, however, fire season in B.C. is just ramping up with over 300 active wildfires burning around the A candidate information session will be held at Municipal Hall province. and is open to any one interested in running for office in the 2022 local general election. The session will include a presentation Environment & Climate Change Canada are predicting a longer from the Chief Election Officer on nomination process, key summer with drier, warmer conditions possibly extending into dates and deadlines, campaigning financing & campaign period, September. With this in mind, it is imperative that residents and visitors remain vigilant around fire safety practices including abiding election signage, appointment of official agent, financial agent, and scrutineers, election offences, post-election events and training by ALL bans and prohibitions that have currently been put in place sessions, and a report from the Chief Administrative Officer. with regard to campfires, beach fires and outdoor burning. Get information on current wildfire activity in B.C., including details about specific wildfires, fire response efforts, and Fire Danger Ratings across the province at
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September 26, 2022 6:15 pm Regular Council Meeting
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FireSmart™ is living with and actively managing resources in preparation for a possible wildfire in your area and on your property. Becoming wildfire resilient is a shared responsibility across BC. FireSmart and its seven disciplines is an all-encompassing program, extending from the individual homeowner level up to a landscape land management level.
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Helmets and seatbelts reduced injuries in helo crash CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1
The main rotor blades severed the tail rotor driveshaft, so there was loss of “rotor thrust and yaw control.” The pilots regained control but the Bell 212’s extreme attitude (it was inverted or nearly inverted, the report says) during that first loss of control likely caused the malfunction of the hydraulic system and caused an engine to shut down, explains the release. The flight controls became hard to manipulate and the pilots chose a large field on nearby Bowen Island for an emergency landing. When the helicopter slowed for landing, the absence of tail rotor thrust (because the drive shaft had been severed, which the pilots didn’t know) resulted in losing yaw control and the helicopter began a rapid spin to the right. After several rotations, the helicopter hit trees and came to a rest upside down on a rocky ridge in the Mount Gardner area (northwest corner) of Bowen, according to the report. Photos of the incident showed the fuselage rested against a large tree on the cliffside. W h i l e b o t h p i l o t s w e re i n j u re d , t h e y walke d away from th e crash. Th e inve st iga t ion found that the pil ots’ flight he l me t s a nd four-p oi nt safe ty b elts re duc e d the s eve r it y of th eir in jur ies and th e y w ere abl e to ex it th e he l ic o p t er quickly .
At the time of the crash, there was unanimity among first responders that the pilots were two of the luckiest guys going – the Bowen Island Fire Department thought they would be attending a much grimmer scene. “But the two, they were just sitting there. And there were a few little cuts on their hands and that’s about it,” the island’s deputy fire chief told the Bowen Island Undercurrent at the time. Paul Tosczak, owner and operator of Airspan Helicopters, was one of the two pilots in the helicopter. While the experience was awful, he’s now also thankful for the gift of perspective he’s gained. “It was a terrible thing. I wish it never happened,” Tosczak said in an interview on July 28, after the report was released. “[But] it’s made me a better person, a better owner-operator, a better pilot and more of an experienced or well-rounded person. “Talk with older guys in the aviation community, it’s like ‘Paul, you got a lifetime experience in three minutes.’” Airspan temporarily suspended operations following the incident and did an internal safety investigation, said the TSB release, and took actions to mitigate future incidents. The biggest change is that company won’t fly in forecasted severe turbulence or inclement weather anymore, said Tosczak.
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In practice however, this won’t be the case since several others factors also have to be fulfilled. “It’s not like we’re going to see every property that now has the ability to put a DSS turnaround and build one right away… a lot of the applications will likely get rejected because it won’t fit within some of the other constraints around water, wastewater, setbacks, lot coverage, or things like that,” said chief administrative officer Liam Edwards at the meeting. “It would take decades for it to come to full buildup, even if it ever does – which I doubt,” added Edwards. This concern about the number of new units that could be built was shared among councillors and the public – the latter of which was largely opposed to the project based on feedback. All six speakers at a public hearing last month on the topic voiced their opposition, with the same sentiments shared by 24 of 27 letter writers. One of the main sticking points was how the proposed changes married up with the Official Community Plan (OCP), particularly with regard to the scope of how many houses would pop up on Bowen going forward. “I’m really worried about sprawl happening… and us being able to service that sprawl, especially outside of the Cove,” said Coun. Rob Wynen. He added “the public support is not really there. At least from what we heard it was pretty much universally against this policy. So that definitely concerns me.” Wynen also wondered if removing the minimum lot size would actually address one of council’s main goals: increased long-term rental options. “Is it realistic that it would be cheap rentals? Or are we just potentially getting higher land values plus short-term rentals moving into those areas?” CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
The Bell 212 helicopter crashed in the Mount Gardner area on March 5, 2021. Both pilots were injured but managed to walk away. Severe turbulence caused the crash. / IanThompson photo
2022 ELECTION
THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF WEST VANCOUVER
THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF WEST VANCOUVER
Notice of Nomination Period Public Notice is given to the electors of the District of West Vancouver that an election will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Nominations for the office of: • Mayor • Councillors (six to be elected) • School Trustees (five to be elected) for a term ending November 7, 2026 will be received by the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer as follows: WHEN: 9 a.m. August 30 to 4 p.m. September 9, 2022 (excluding statutory holidays and weekends) WHERE: Legislative Services, Municipal Hall 750 17th Street, West Vancouver BC V7V 3T3 HOW: Nomination documents may be delivered by hand, mail, or other delivery service, or by email, with originals to follow. If delivered by email, original nomination documents must be received by 4 p.m., Friday, September 16, 2022. Nomination documents are available at Municipal Hall during regular office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays) throughout the nomination period (9 a.m. August 30 to 4 p.m. September 9, 2022) and are also posted at election.westvancouver.ca.
ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE A person is eligible to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • a Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on October 15, 2022; • a resident of BC for at least six months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. CANDIDATE INFORMATION MEETING A candidate information meeting will be held on August 31, 2022 at 6 p.m. for prospective candidates and any interested persons. Attend online via Webex at election.westvancouver.ca or at the Municipal Hall Council Chamber, 750 17th Street. MORE INFORMATION Visit election.westvancouver.ca or contact the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer at 604-925-7063. Mark Brown, Chief Election Officer
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It’s good to be back everybody! Following an enjoyable week off (plus holiday Monday), it’s time to get back and see what’s happening on Bowen as we begin the final month of summer. I used my time to take an enjoyable trip around a few areas of the province I’ve always wanted to explore, starting with a drive up the Old Island Highway (aka Oceanside Route) from Nanaimo to Campbell River, and from there onto Port McNeill. I’m not sure I’ve ever smelled fresher air than by the water in that town, and I have certainly never seen a bigger burl, provided their claim to have the world’s largest is accurate. While there I also took the ferry to Alert Bay. It was a special trip for me as my Grandma grew up on the island, and to my pleasant surprise the local archivist knew my Grandma and her family, and shared many stories and photos of them I had no idea existed. My return trip was via the Sunshine Coast, starting in Powell River before heading to Sechelt and Gibsons. A catch-up with the Undercurrent’s former editor was certainly a highlight, as Bronwyn now expertly guides the Coast Reporter. And if I needed a sign that you never truly leave Bowen, while waiting at the little Saltery Bay ferry terminal I ran into a lovely family from here on the island. We hadn’t met before, but they told me they knew who I was, and we all had a nice chat as we baked in the Sunshine Coast heat. To top it all off, one of Bowen’s marquee events returned with a bang on Saturday as 1,000 people (plus more on the adjoining dock) celebrated the return of Dock Dance. The firefighters worked hard to organize an incredibly fun event that went well into the morning. RCMP said there were no major incidents, which is a true testament to our island. The concert also paid a touching tribute to Brian Biddlecombe, who was dearly missed at this event. It was great to cut loose and run into so many of you there, what an awesome night! See you at the ballpark this weekend! - Alex Kurial, Editor
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
A hearty thanks from everyone at Robin Hood THANK YOU BOWEN ISLAND! For making Lakeside Player’s production of ROBIN HOOD a big summer hit! Your attendance rain or shine and your patience with our rescheduling was truly appreciated. Kingbaby and LSPlayers would also like to extend our gratitude and thanks to our Bowen Island Municipality, Tir na nog Theatre School, Bowen Island Arts Council, The Undercurrent, Theatre On The Isle, Bowen Island Everything Else, the residents of Cates Hill neighborhood, Lorraine Ashdown,
Jacqueline Massey, Kat Stephens, Frazer Elliott for all their production and publicity support. And finally to our wonderful friends (billets) who helped house our actors/director during the month! Susan and Doug Redmond/Fleetham, Kevin Bernards, Jacqueline Massey, Joan Hayes. THANK YOU! See you next year! - Jackie Minns
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An earlier version of the bylaw amendment proposing the elimination of short-term rentals in new secondary suites was scrapped following pushback from the public and Housing Advisory Committee. Instead, Bowen’s entire short-term rental approach – including their permissibility in secondary suites – will be reviewed next year. Daniel Martin, manager of planning and development, acknowledged while there may be more housing units following the lot size change, the number of primary dwellings should remain close to the estimate in the 1996 OCP. Martin cited three sections from the OCP – General Land Use Management Principle 3, Policy 129, and Policy 355 – to conclude the plan and bylaw amendment do not contradict each other. “Based on these OCP policies, staff see that the OCP supports the creation of DSS… in all residential areas,” said Martin. Coun. Sue Ellen Fast agreed that the building and planning elements of the O CP were being obser ved by staff, but wondered about other parts
The Secret Park
Several residents and administrators are aware of the purchase of 260 acres of Roger Curtis land by the Municipal Park Board of Vancouver. Some positive results are possible such as no new construction on those 260 acres, protection of some fauna and increased local businesses. However, the negative impacts are frightening to me. Already, with Covid and some newspaper articles the numbers of visitors discovering Bowen has exploded. The ferries have to accommodate hundreds more foot passengers, E-bikes, mountain and regular bikes that have pri-
of the plan. “There are other parts of the OCP: goals and objectives about helping ecosystems, and I would like to be seeing some of those reflected before I could support it,” she said. “I see that staff acknowledged it could create more impervious surfaces at a time when we’ve got more storms and extreme runoff and drinking water concerns about permeability and more development in general taking the place of trees,” says Fast. “The rural character of our island is changing in the smaller lot areas of our development, and I think we could be losing it. This is the part of rural sprawl that I am concerned about. Where is the connectivity plan? Where’s the strengthening and protecting our ecosystems?” OCP issues weren’t shared among most councillors though. “We had a lot of opposition to this, but really based on misunderstandings of what was going on,” said Coun. David Hocking on public concern the bylaw amendment clashed with the OCP. “You talk about, ‘well with one stroke of the pen we’re doubling the population of Bowen Island.’ Well,
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ority over cars. Cars are left behind because of too many walk-ons. There is a rumour of an RV/Trailer Park at the new park. Let’s add them to the ferries (they have priority over cars) and the roads. With or without an RV Park, the park in general will impact the ferry availability, increase the cost of infrastructure, spread the noise and air pollution from trucks, cars, motorcycles through the whole island. The problems of sanitation and garbage/litter removal will explode with thousands more visitors every week. The most frightening of all are forest fires. Recently
that stroke of a pen happened about 15 years ago. And so really, it’s a very small change,” he added regarding the public comments about potential increases to sprawl and population. “Yes the comments we got were negative, but it’s sort of a fact… the people that are in support don’t usually come out, they’re usually quiet,” said Coun. Alison Morse. “And I don’t think it’s sprawl at all, those lots are already there and they’ve already got houses on them,” said Morse. Coun. Michael Kaile also had his doubts about the public hearing process. “I’m far from convinced that what we did hear was entirely representative of the island as a whole, considering our housing needs,” he said. The final reading passed in a 5-2 vote, with Fast and Wynen opposed, and is now enacted into law. Two other changes in the bylaw increase the maximum allowed floor area of a DSS from 115 square metres to 140 square metres, and adds siting of the DSS as a factor to consider when approving it. An example of siting is building the DSS closer to your house than a neighbour’s property, if possible.
a fire was luckily spotted caused apparently by a discarded cigarette off a trail at Roger Curtis. Numerous sightings at the Cape of camp fires, discarded glasses (they reflect the sun and can start a fire) and all kinds of cigarette butts in some areas difficult to reach put us all in eminent danger. The loss of potential property taxes revenue by the island will impose a burden on the remaining property owners and will not help renters. Let’s hope this new secret park will bring peace, prosperity and happiness to Bowen Island. Vive consultations and transparency! - Denise Rankin
Timothy Alexander Harding 1963-2022
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Timothy Harding on July 12, 2022 at the age of 58. Tim died peacefully in St. Paul’s Hospital, Vancouver, BC.
he lived on a boat in the local marina for almost 6 months. Tim, being such a good dog owner, found a wonderful home on Bowen Island for Luc to spend the remainder of his life.
Tim was born in Hamilton, Ontario on October 18, 1963. He is survived by his parents; Daphne Harding of Windermere, BC and Keith Harding, of Calgary, AB. He is also survived by his brother Peter Harding, sister Alison Boyle, as well as nieces and nephews, and many friends.
There will be no funeral service, as that is how Tim wanted it. In remembrance of his life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to the animal charity of your choice.
Tim spent a lot of his young childhood in Calgary, AB. Many friends of his there will always remember his great laugh, big smile, and awesome sense of humor. He also spent time in various places in BC. He loved skiing, sailing, and boats in general. In fact, the last place he lived was on Bowen Island. His dog Luc and
“You will begin to touch heaven, Jonathan, in the moment that you touch perfect speed. And that isn’t flying a thousand miles an hour, or a million, or flying at the speed of light. Because any number is a limit and perfection doesn’t have limits. Perfect speed, my son, is being there.”
— Richard Bach, Jonathan Livingston Seagull
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Mandalas, Docks & Boats MATHILDE ROHR Cultural Connector / Hearth Gallery Bowen-based artist and member of the Arts Pacific Gallery, Nick Jennings, will be presenting his artworks at the Hearth until August 15. Imagine yourself entering into an immersive calendar. Imagine walking around a room where a series of paintings depict each month of the year one after another. This is the experience offered by Nick Jennings’ new exhibition: Mandalas, Docks & Boats. Throughout twenty-four paintings, one landscape and one mandala relate the experience of each month. In this show, Jennings juxtaposes the geometric symmetry of hand painted mandalas with the calmness of boats
and docks, as they interact with the soothing rhythm of the Pacific Ocean waves. Inspired by the intricate patterns of mosque tiles from the Middle East, where he used to live, and by the water reflections of the Howe Sound, he creates mesmerizing inner and outer landscapes that leave us in awe. Overall, Jennings’ intention is to highlight the therapeutic value of art as a means of processing and healing from trauma. “A year spans 365 days and allows for a chasm of inner change and a multi-layered turbo boost to how you see and interface with the world”, he says. Jennings has been an avid painter most of his life. Growing up in the United Kingdom, he took watercolor classes when he was a child; since then, he has painted hundreds of scenes in multiple
places of the world, including on Bowen Island’s shores. He started painting large scale mandalas back in 2014 when he moved to Deep Cove and was living close to the water. This new project quickly became an obsession for him. Since then, his practice has become more and more prolific. He started working with acrylics when he moved to Bowen Island, and with oils during the last year. Constantly learning from his art and being sensitive to colors, Nick Jennings pays attention to his palette and works meticulously to translate all the subtleties of the various hues and tones. Mandalas, Docks & Boats is on at the Hearth until August 15. 2023 Calendars and Mandala pillows will be for sale during the show.
Nick Jennings’ oil painting representing local scenery (top) and his acrylic Deep Cove mandala (bottom).
Glass artist visits Burrow next week
DEBBIE HUNGLE OFFERING A TRIO OF AUGUST WORKSHOPS
SARA SKUCE Contributor / The Burrow The Burrow Art Therapy and Creativity Studio is excited to welcome glass artist Debbie Hungle for three exciting workshops this August! Debbie has over 36 years of experience as a glass artist, and has taught both children and adults in her home studio in North Vancouver, in schools across the Vancouver region, as well as for Fraser Valley Continuing Education.
Join Debbie on August 13 for a beginner stained glass workshop for adults and mature teens, where you will learn to make a beautiful sun catcher through the process of glass cutting, patterning, grinding, foiling and soldering. All tools and materials will be provided. The price of this full day workshop also includes a delicious lunch provided by Artisan Eats Café. Debbie will also be returning to the island to offer a beginner fused glass workshop for children aged 5+ on Tuesday, August 16 from 1 to 2 pm, as
well as a beginner adult workshop from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. All projects will be fired in town at Debbie’s studio, which will be ready for pick up at the Burrow within 1-2 weeks time. Please register at www.theburrowbowen.com For more information on Debbie, check out her website at www.debbiehungle.com Don’t miss this unique opportunity to get creative and try something new!
Places of Worship Welcome You
Queen of Capilano Ferry Schedule JUNE 23 - SEPTEMBER 5
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BOWEN VIEWS Local photographers have been out and about capturing some lovely images lately. Ron Paley, accompanied by hiking partners Caroline and Bea (four legs) recently navigated Huszar Creek, Cape Roger Curtis and Tunstall Bay, grabbing some shots along the way including a stunning sunset (bottom right). Lisa Brougham caught up with the “notorious’ Bowen swan, while the local editor grabbed a scenic shot of his own during an evening at Lighthouse Lane.
Ron Paley, Lisa Brougham & Alex Kurial photos
Bowen Waste Solutions Is
HIRING We have positions available at Bowen Waste Solutions: Full time or part time Skills and Qualifications:
• Swamper positions: No experience necessary great opportunity for someone starting out in the workforce, or students for summertime employment • Shifts at the recycling depot may be available as well.
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Send resume to email: info@bowenwastesolutions.com or call 604-947-2255
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2022 ELECTION THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF WEST VANCOUVER
T H E C O R P O R AT I O N O F T H E D I S T R I C T O F W E S T VA N C O U V E R
Notice of List of Registered Electors LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS The District of West Vancouver uses Election BC’s Provincial Voters List as the list of registered electors. If your name is not on the current list, and you are an eligible elector, you may register at one of the advance voting opportunities or on general voting day on October 15 , 2022 by providing two pieces of appropriate identification. Registration in advance of the election is not required. Beginning August 30, 2022 until the close of general voting for the election on October 15, 2022, a copy of the list of registered electors will be available for public inspection at West Vancouver Municipal Hall during regular office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays). Before inspecting the list, a person must sign a statement that they will not inspect the list or use the information included in the list except for election purposes (Local Government Act, Part 3 – Electors and Elections).
REQUEST TO OMIT PERSONAL INFORMATION
An elector may request that their address or other information about them be omitted from, or obscured on, the list of registered electors in order to protect their privacy or security. Written requests must be received by 4:30 p.m. on August 23, 2022 by the Chief Election Officer at West Vancouver Municipal Hall, 750 17th Street, West Vancouver BC V7V 3T3.
OBJECTION TO REGISTRATION OF AN ELECTOR
An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4 p.m. on September 9, 2022. An objection must be made in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the District of West Vancouver and can only be made on the basis that a person whose name appears on the list of electors has died or that a person whose name appears on the list of electors is not qualified to be registered as an elector of the District of West Vancouver.
ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS RESIDENT ELECTORS:
• 18 years of age or older on general voting day for the election; • a Canadian citizen; • a resident of BC for at least six months immediately before the day of registration; • a resident of the District of West Vancouver; and
• not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election and not otherwise disqualified by law.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION MEETING
A candidate information meeting will be held on August 31, 2022 at 6 p.m. for prospective candidates and any interested persons. Attend online via Webex at election.westvancouver.ca or at the Municipal Hall Council Chamber, 750 17th Street.
MORE INFORMATION
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Enbridge invests in Woodfibre LNG project
ACTIVISTS QUESTION THE INCREASED PRICE TAG OF $5.1 BILLION, UP FROM $1.6 BILLION
STEVEN CHUA Squamish Chief Calgary-based pipeline giant Enbridge has declared that it will make a 30% investment in the construction and operation of the Woodfibre LNG project, which is now expected to cost $5.1 billion, up from $1.6 billion. On July 29, Woodfibre published a news release saying its parent company, Pacific Energy Corporation Limited, and Enbridge struck a deal that would have Pacific retaining a 70% stake in the facility. Capital for the project will include funds to help build the FortisBC Eagle Mountain to Woodfibre pipeline, which will connect the facility to Enbridge’s T-South natural gas transmission system. Executives from Pacific Energy, Woodfibre and Enbridge hailed the development as a positive step forward for the project. “This partnership is a milestone for the Woodfibre LNG project,” said Ratnesh Bedi, president of Pacific Energy in the news release. “And it further accelerates Canada’s ability to be a meaningful player in the global energy transition with the production of the world’s lowest carbon LNG.” Woodfibre president Christine Kennedy hailed the deal as confirmation of the project’s integrity. “Enbridge is an accomplished North American energy company with substantial natural gas operations in B.C. and Woodfibre LNG is pleased that the companies have entered into this investment agreement,” said Kennedy in the release. “We believe this agreement speaks to the credentials of the project, from our world-leading Indigenous partnerships to the incredible environmental due diligence, and the ambition of Woodfibre LNG to produce the lowest-emissions LNG in the world.” Enbridge’s president and CEO expressed excitement about the deal. “This facility will provide global LNG markets with a safe, secure and sustainable source of B.C. natural gas through a long-term transportation agreement on our T-South pipeline system,” said Al Monaco. “This investment is a natural extension of our export pipeline strategy, with strong commercial underpinnings.” As outlined in the release, Pacific Energy and
Enbridge will each make pro-rata contributions during construction through a combination of asset-level financing and equity investments. In exchange for its capital contribution, Enbridge will receive a preferred equity interest that provides predictable future cash flows. The partners will jointly participate in the project’s execution and governance of ongoing operations, while Pacific Energy retains responsibility for daily operations. Local environmentalists used the announcement as a chance to question the latest cost estimate of the project. “”The price tag for Woodfibre LNG has ballooned from $1.6 billion to $5.1 billion — and now it’s relying on a lifeline from Enbridge,” said Tracey Saxby, the executive director of My Sea to Sky, in a written statement. “The economic viability of this project is shaky, and depends on millions of dollars in financial incentives and subsidies from government. This is a risky investment by Enbridge that has a high likelihood of becoming a stranded asset.” Saxby also questioned the project’s profitability and said it would harm the environment. “LNG is not a short-term transition fuel. Building LNG facilities is a multi-decade investment that will increase fracking in northern B.C. and lock the province into fossil fuels for decades,” she said. “By the time Woodfibre LNG is built, the demand for LNG will be gone as the world rapidly transitions to more affordable renewable energy. There is no such thing as low-emissions LNG. We cannot solve climate change by burning more fossil fuels.” On the other hand, Woodfibre spokesperson Rebecca Scott took issue with Saxby’s characterization of the Enbridge investment as a lifeline. “Woodfibre LNG welcomes the expertise and certainty that comes with this new partnership, but to be clear, the project would have been built without it,” Scott said. She also addressed the increased cost estimate for the project and questions about whether it would turn a profit. “It’s been several years since we last updated an estimate for the cost to build this project, and prices have risen considerably,” said Scott. “But the demand for low-emission LNG has also risen. In contrast with our earlier estimate, the $5.1 billion price tag now includes the cost to build the pipeline. Over 70% of our future production
A rendering of the future Woodfibre LNG facility outside of Squamish. /Woodfibre LNG render is already sold, and we are in discussions for the sale of another 20%. We expect to be delivering gas to global markets in 2027.” On Friday, Enbridge reported earnings attributable to common shareholders dropped in its most recent quarter despite higher revenue. Enbridge earned $450 million or 22 cents per share in its second quarter, compared with $1.39 billion or 69 cents per share a year earlier. Adjusted profits were $1.35 billion or 67 cents per share, compared with $1.36 billion or 67 cents per share in the same period of 2021. Revenue in the three months ended June 30 was $13.22 billion, compared with $10.95 billion in the prior year quarter, the company said. Enbridge reaffirmed its 2022 financial guidance for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization of between $15.0 billion and $15.6 billion and distributable cash flow of $5.20 to $5.50 per share. It said strong operational performance is expected to be offset by challenging market conditions affecting energy services and higher financing costs due to rising interest rates. -With files from The Canadian Press
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