
Alternate route approved for Trans Mountain south of Merritt
MERRITT, B.C. — Last month, the Canada Energy Regulator approved a new route for the Trans Mountain pipeline to the south of Merritt.
The previous route had been challenged by the Coldwater Indian Band as it ran over the communities only source of drinking water.
Chief Lee Spahan believes the change is a good first step for his community.
“I’m happy about the new route,” said Spahan. “We’re bringing it back to the community to get direction on next steps. We’re also waiting to hear back from Canada about the existing modernization agreement for the existing pipeline. I’ll find out if Canada is going to investigate if there is any more contamination of the pipeline on reserve.”