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Joint Review Panel hearings

In Vancouver, a hundred percent opposed to Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline at JRP hearings

At the National Energy Board Joint Review Panel on "EnGate", depth, passion and respectful listening characterized a flawed but vital democratic process.

Lawyers charged Enbridge failed to adequately assess pipeline's impact on First Nations at Prince Rupert JRP

Enbridge is failing in its mandate to assess the impact of the Northern Gateway Pipeline on First Nations in British Columbia, lawyers say. Gaps in the environmental assessment emerged during last...

Enbridge trying to "silence" speakers at oil sands pipeline hearings: MLA

Just days before regulatory hearings scheduled in Prince Rupert, NDP MLA Gary Coons condemned Enbridge’s attempts to “silence” Northern Gateway critics.

George Soros’ Open Society Foundation responds to Joe Oliver's claims about enviro funding

Organization responds after Resources Minister Joe Oliver publicly blamed US philanthropist George Soros for financing "radical environmental agenda".

Oil money on the campaign trail

Campaign contributions from Enbridge to the BC Liberals and Alberta Conservatives hint at corporate influence at the provincial level. But what else is involved?

Haida Nation leader outraged over “libelous” Enbridge documents

Haida Nation Council president Guujaaw says Enbridge documents falsely suggest the company is building "relationships" with Haida groups.

Kitimat takes centre stage as Northern Gateway pipeline hearings begin

While northern communities like Kitimat are under the spotlight, regional and community news publications offer a local perspective on the issues.

Harper concerned about 'hijacked' Northern Gateway hearings

Echoing criticism from pro-oilsands EthicalOil.org, Harper claims foreign funding to enviro groups could compromise public hearings about Enbridge's Northern Gateway pipeline.