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Woodfibre LNG is building one of the lowest emission liquified natural gas (LNG) export facilities in the world, creating local jobs, getting more Canadian energy to global markets and setting a new standard for responsibly produced LNG.
By using hydroelectricity instead of gas for the liquefaction process, Woodfibre LNG is able to produce liquefied natural gas with nine times less greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions versus a conventional export facility. The production of liquefied natural gas requires that power be available 100 per cent of the time, with no possibility of interruptions which would undermine the liquefaction process.
To meet Woodfibre LNG's long-term power requirements, BC Hydro will design and build Woodfibre LNG Interconnection Project Stage 2, an additional 19-kilometre, 138-kilovolt overhead power line within an existing right of way from Cheekye Substation through Brackendale. This approach makes use of an existing right of way and will minimize
environmental impacts.
BC Hydro is building the line as part of its obligation to provide service to customers as outlined under the Electric Tariff. Like all industrial customers, this project will follow the standard interconnection process.
The Woodfibre LNG Interconnection Project Stage 2 will follow BC Hydro’s environmental practices and safety standards. During our early planning stages, environmental studies will be conducted to identify potential Project impacts and mitigation measures will be developed to minimize impacts on the local environment.
We know the eagles are important to the region's ecosystem and to residents and visitors.
BC Hydro will take the necessary steps to protect wildlife, including eagles, during construction.
The Woodfibre LNG Interconnection Project Stage 2 is in the early planning stages. Both Woodfibre LNG and BC Hydro are committed to open and transparent communications regarding the Project.
We know that the Project will have impacts. Building this additional power line will require construction activities along a right of way in the community, including near residents' homes and in their backyards, as well as Fisherman's Park.
Some disruption is unavoidable; however, the team is committed to engaging transparently, working with the District of Squamish and residents, seeking feedback to incorporate where possible as plans are further developed.
Woodfibre LNG will be a part of the Squamish community for decades and is committed to being a good neighbour. Beyond protecting the land, air and water, this means the creation of well-paying local careers, stimulating the local economy and supporting the local non-profits that make Squamish an incredible place to work and live.
The Woodfibre LNG Interconnection Project has reached out to property owners with existing BC Hydro right of way agreements to share Project information and learn how potential impacts to their property can be mitigated.
We recognize that the current line has been in place, relatively unchanged, since the 1950s and that property owners will have many questions about what this Project may mean for them and their property.
If you are a directly impacted property owner with a statutory right of way agreement with BC Hydro, send your feedback and questions to properties.helpdesk@bchydro.com.
BC Hydro's priority is keeping the public safe and we understand that people can have concerns when living near transmission lines. EMF stands for electric and magnetic fields, which are invisible fields produced anywhere that electricity flows such as transmission lines, household appliances such as coffee makers, vacuum cleaners, lights, cell phones – it's present around the wiring in your walls, it's found indoors and outdoors in the environment.
We rely on international health agencies, including the World Health Organization and Health Canada, to determine what is safe for human health. These organizations have thoroughly reviewed decades of peer-reviewed research, and both conclude that there are no confirmed health consequences from EMF at levels to which the public would be exposed from our transmission lines.
For more information visit bchydro.com/EMF.
BC Hydro will be designing and building an interconnection for its customer Woodfibre LNG, supplying the power needed to electrify the Woodfibre LNG facility. Like all industrial customers, Woodfibre LNG will follow BC Hydro’s standard customer interconnection process. Industrial customers provide financial contributions according to the Electric Tariff to pay for their connection to the BC Hydro grid.
This interconnection Project supports British Columbia’s economic growth and climate action goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by supplying clean power to BC Hydro’s industrial customers.
Although there are some permits needed for this upgrade, this work does not require any amendment to the Environmental Assessment.
This Project will follow BC Hydro’s environmental practices and safety standards. Environmental, archaeological and heritage studies will be completed to assess where impacts can be avoided and mitigation measures will be developed to minimize impacts on the local environment.
BC Hydro’s top priority is the safety of the public and our employees. This Project will follow BC Hydro’s safety standards every step of the way. As Project planning and construction planning progresses, we’ll be able to share more on the measures we’re taking to achieve this.
The Woodfibre LNG Interconnection Project Stage 2 will host an open house in Spring 2026;
you can also share questions, concerns or feedback anytime by emailing us directly at info@wlnginterconnectionstage2.com
Your input will be reviewed by the Project team and used to help inform ongoing planning
and engagement.
