Update to Sec. 52 Application for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project Volume 4 – 2010 Update Appendix B: March 2010 Project Update

Appendix B March 2010 Project Update

March 2011

Update to Sec. 52 Application for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project Volume 4 – 2010 Update Appendix B: March 2010 Project Update

B.1 Project Update Brochure

March 2011

P r oj e c t U p d at e

March 23, 2010

n behalf of the Enbridge Northern Once Northern Gateway files an OGateway Pipelines Project (Northern application with the NEB, the process for Gateway), I am writing to provide updated an in-depth review and analysis of the information about our proposed project, pipelines proposal will begin. The first step particularly regarding our upcoming will be the issuance of a Hearing Order by regulatory application submission to the JRP which will set out the procedures the National Energy Board (NEB). For that will be followed for the review of the the past number of years, Northern application. The Hearing Order will address Gateway has been discussing the project a number of issues including: with communities, Aboriginal groups, • how the public and Aboriginal groups landowners, government officials and can get involved in the process; The role of CEAA is to provide high-quality other interested parties in both Alberta • a draft list of issues to be considered; environmental assessments that contribute and , with respect to our • how to ask Northern Gateway for more to informed decision making, in support proposed pipelines project. I am writing information; of sustainable development. In order to to announce that we now anticipate filing • how to gain access to all information review the Application, the NEB and the a regulatory application this spring to the filed in the proceeding; federal Minister of the Environment, who NEB. This application will mark the official • a timetable for events in the Joint is responsible for CEAA, have established commencement of the regulatory review Review; and a Joint Review Panel (JRP) to combine the process of our project. • how to raise motions or questions of regulatory and environmental assessment procedure. The Role of the Regulators processes. This enables a single panel to and the Application Review hear and decide on the application. The The attached news release advises that the Process JRP will lead an extensive regulatory review JRP will then hold sessions with the public Northern Gateway requires regulatory of the application that is anticipated to and Aboriginal groups along the project approvals from a number of federal take approximately eighteen months. route to seek comments on the draft list of issues, on whether additional information authorities, including the NEB. The Recently, the NEB and the Minister is required from the proponent and NEB is an independent federal agency of Environment announced the on the location of oral hearings on established in 1959 by the Parliament composition and structure of the three- the application. of Canada to regulate international and person JRP panel, which will oversee interprovincial aspects of the oil, gas and the comprehensive review of Northern The JRP Agreement, including the Terms of electric utility industries. The purpose of Gateway’s application. Enclosed in this Reference, as well as additional information the NEB is to promote safety and security, package for your review is information about the project are available on the environmental protection and efficient from the NEB announcing the panel as Canadian Environmental Assessment energy infrastructure and markets in the well as background information on the Agency’s website at www.ceaa-acee.gc.ca, public interest. individual panel members. under reference number 06-05-21799, and on the National Energy Board’s website Prior to a decision by the NEB, the project As the NEB has indicated in its news release at www.neb-one.gc.ca. In addition, must also undergo an environmental on this matter, “The joint review panel included is a copy of the NEB brochure, assessment under the federal Canadian process will provide an opportunity for all “A Proposed Pipeline or Power Line Project: Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA). That hearing participants to make their views What You Need to Know” which explains legislation is administered by the Canadian known on the project in an open and the role of the NEB and how to obtain Environmental Assessment Agency. transparent forum. The public and Aboriginal further information regarding the public groups are encouraged to bring their views communication process. on the Northern Gateway Pipeline Project forward to the Joint Review Panel.”

www.northerngateway.ca About ENBRIDGE As the Project progresses and new information is obtained, issues with respect Enbridge is an established Canadian to the pipeline route in specific areas will Community Engagement company with over 60 years of experience be further identified and mitigated as and Community safely operating the longest and most appropriate. Advisory Boards advanced liquids pipeline system in the Northern Gateway is world. As a company, our priorities have We take pride in our long-standing undertaking an extensive always been and continue to be safety, a reputation as a safe pipeline operator and community engagement healthy environment, and strong, vibrant socially responsible company. Construction program for the project. The communities. and operation of the Northern Gateway Pipelines system and marine terminal community engagement Northern Gateway involves a will be a model of world-class safety and program offers a wide variety 1,170 kilometre twin pipelines system, environmental standards. of opportunities for individuals running underground from near and organizations to learn about Bruderheim, Alberta to , British More Information the project and provide input. Columbia. The pipeline will transport oil The opportunities include public from Central Alberta to a terminal on the In addition to the NEB and regulatory open houses, presentations coast of BC near Kitimat for shipping to application information, we have also to local governments and world markets. The Terminal would also enclosed an updated project route map. community organizations, small be configured to allow for the import of The NEB has a general e-mail account for group meetings, local offices in condensate (a natural gas by-product used energy-related inquiries. As an individual Kitimat and Terrace, a project to thin oil for transportation in pipelines). with interest in this project, you have the website, newsletter blog, a The project components and activities will opportunity to submit an inquiry regarding project toll-free number and include the construction and operation of: the project to [email protected]. email address. • an oil export pipeline and associated Northern Gateway is committed to To complement these community facilities providing you with updates throughout engagement activities, Northern • a condensate import pipeline and the regulatory application process. If you Gateway has established associated facilities have any questions or concerns, or if you “community advisory boards”. • 10 pump stations located along the require further information regarding the Community advisory boards pipelines corridor to assist with moving project or the public involvement process, bring diverse interests together, product through the pipelines please call our toll free telephone line providing an opportunity for • a tank terminal and marine terminal at 1-888-434-0533 or visit our website, meaningful exchange among (referred to as the Kitimat Terminal) www.northerngateway.ca. Northern Gateway, Aboriginal The principal criteria used to guide route Alternatively, you can email us at groups, non-Aboriginal selection for the pipelines are: [email protected]. We will communities, industry, and the respond promptly to all inquiries. general public. It is envisioned • provide a safe route for installation that these will be in place for the and operation; lifetime of the project. • avoid unstable geotechnical areas; Sincerely, • minimize potential adverse affects; • avoid parks, heritage and environmentally sensitive areas; List of Attachments: • select suitable locations for water 1. Northern Gateway Pipeline Map crossings; 2. NEB Brochure, “A Proposed Pipeline or Power • follow existing corridors; John Carruthers Line Project: What You Need to Know” • minimize length; and President 3. NEB and CEAA News Release – • minimize lifecycle costs. Establishment of JRP Panel 4. NEB and CEAA New Release – JRP Panel Member Backgrounder

www.northerngateway.ca Update to Sec. 52 Application for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project Volume 4 – 2010 Update Appendix B: March 2010 Project Update

B.2 Northern Gateway Pipeline Map

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LEGEND DRAWN ENBRIDGE NORTHERN GATEWAY PROJECT Proposed Gateway Pipeline KP (Jul. 29, 2009) Major Road N O R T H E R N G AT E W AY JK PROPOSED PIPELINE ROUTING Pump Station Major Railway NOTES: CHECK PROJECT OVERVIEW MAP - Lambert Conformal Conic (LCC), Central Meridian 120W, Standard Parallels 52N & 56N CW MAP NUMBER REV. City First Nations Reserves - Centreline updated July 29, 2009 (REV R). Kilometre posts correspond to July 29, 2009 (REV R) slack alignment. PROJECTION DATUM CONTRACTOR NAME - National Parks & First Nations Reserves: NRCan CLAB Lv1 (May 2009); AB Protected Areas: TPR, AB Government (Sept. 2008); DESIGN Town National Park / Provincial Park BC Protected Areas: ILMB, BC Government (May 2009). LCC NAD83 WORLEYPARSONS CALGARY 00-036-001 2 - Hydrographic Data Source: Geography Division, Statistics Canada, 2006 Boundary Files, 92-160-XWE/F. JK Proposed Gateway Pipeline Route (Jul. 29, 2009) Other Protected Area* - Road and Rail data provided by NRCan (road data current to 2001, rail data current to 2008) © Department of Natural Resources Canada. All rights reserved. SCALE DATE PROJECT NUMBER ORIG.PAGE SIZE Produced by WorleyParsons Calgary. The information used to create this product is based on the most current data available on the date of issue, APPR. *Alberta Protected Area Types Include: *British Columbia Protected Area Types Include: and is considered reliable only at the scale at which the data was created and the scale at which the map was published. Ecological Reserve, Heritage Rangeland, Natural Area, Provincial Recreation Conservancy, Ecological Reserve, Protected Area, This drawing is prepared solely for the use of the contractual customer of WorleyParsons Calgary and WorleyParsons assumes no liability to any LM 1:3,000,000 18 Aug 2009 08C7138 11X17 Area, Wilderness Area, Wildland Park, Willmore Wilderness Park Recreation Area, Wildlife Management Area other party for any representations contained in these drawings. This map must be printed at full scale (100%) in order for the scale to remain correct. www.worleyparsons.com Update to Sec. 52 Application for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project Volume 4 – 2010 Update Appendix B: March 2010 Project Update

B.3 NEB Brochure, A Proposed Pipeline or Power Line Project: What You Need to Know

March 2011

For Further Information Board Publications

You can contact the Board at the number Pipeline Regulation in Canada: and address indicated below. A list of Board A Guide for Landowners and the Public publications, which may be of assistance to you is included. These are available on the Appropriate Dispute Resolution Guidelines Board’s website or in hard copy from the Excavation and Construction Near Pipelines Board. In particular, the Board’s document Living and Working Near Pipelines: titled: Pipeline Regulation in Canada: A Landowner Guide Guide for Landowners and the Public describes in detail the lifecycle of a pipeline, Information Bulletin II: the rights of landowners and the public, how The Public Hearing Process public concerns regarding projects can be Information Bulletin IV: addressed, and other regulatory processes How to Participate in a Public Hearing administered by the National Energy Board. It also describes the Board’s public hearing Information Bulletin VI: Traffic, Tolls and Tariffs, process and how you can become involved in the hearing process. Information Bulletin VIII: Electricity

If you would like more information: Information Bulletin IX: • visit our website at www.neb-one.gc.ca Protection of the Environment • call our toll free number 1-800-899-1265; Information Bulletin X: Pipeline Tolls and Tariffs: • e-mail us at [email protected] A Compendium of Terms • write us or visit our library at: Information Bulletin XII: Pipeline Safety National Energy Board

444 - Seventh Avenue S.W. Frontier Information Office National Energy Office national Calgary, Alberta T2P 0X8 Board de l'énergie Answers to your Questions

Library and Information Services

Regulation of Commodity Pipelines A Proposed Pipeline or Power Line Project: what you need to know Aussi disponible en français. A Proposed Pipeline or Power Line Project: what you need to know. Cat. No. NE23-121/2004E ISBN 0-662-37886-5

National Energy Office national Board de l'énergie

Office national National Energy de l’énergie Board ou have become aware of a pipeline or Board’s decision about the need for a hearing of the project, should address public concerns power line project that is proposed to be depends on the nature of the project, its potential and issues and should respond to any concerns Yconstructed in your area. The company effects and the level of public interest in the or input provided by interested persons. The planning the project may invite you to participate project. Generally, a hearing is not required for consultation program should be ongoing in a public consultation program for the project. projects that are less than 40 kilometres in length throughout the development of the project, the This brochure describes: or for additions to existing systems. Board’s regulatory processes and construction Board hearings are open to the public and any of the project. The Board also expects that • the role of the National Energy Board person may attend the hearing as an observer. companies will have plans for ongoing • the Board’s requirements regarding the You may participate in a Board hearing by communication during the operation of the company’s consultation program providing comments or becoming an intervenor. project. The Board encourages interested persons to become involved with the • Appropriate Dispute Resolution A person must apply to the Board to become an intervenor. Intervenors can be landowners, area company’s consultation program and to work • how you can get further information residents, government agencies, Aboriginals, with the company to address and resolve all about the Board’s processes companies or any other individual or group that issues and concerns. applies and is granted intervenor status by the The Board also expects the company to The Role of the National Energy Board Board. respond to any complaints it may receive from landowners or the public throughout the life The Board is an independent federal agency of the project. The goal is for the company to that reports to Parliament through the Minister of The Company’s Consultation Program address and resolve the concern or complaint as Natural Resources Canada. The Board regulates As part of the Board’s application process, early as possible. interprovincial and international pipelines the company must meet the requirements of and power lines. the National Energy Board Act, the Canadian Appropriate Dispute Resolution Before a company can commence construction Environmental Assessment Act, the Board’s of a proposed pipeline or power line, it must Filing Manual and other regulations or The Board’s Appropriate Dispute Resolution apply to the National Energy Board and receive legislation. For most projects, the company is (ADR) process is also available to you. An ADR the Board’s approval. The Board decides also required to conduct a consultation program. process may help to resolve outstanding issues. whether the project is in the public interest and The goal of consultation is to communicate ADR could take the form of a meeting between whether it should be approved. with all individuals, groups and agencies that you and the company, which may be facilitated For some proposed projects, the Board conducts may be potentially affected by the project. The by trained Board staff or by another neutral third public hearings in order to get all relevant views company should involve potentially affected party. For more information about ADR options, on the project before it makes a decision. The persons early in the planning and design phases please contact the Board. Update to Sec. 52 Application for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project Volume 4 – 2010 Update Appendix B: March 2010 Project Update

B.4 NEB and CEAA News Release – Establishment of JRP Panel

March 2011

Northern Gateway Pipeline Project Joint Review Panel Agreement Issued

OTTAWA, December 4, 2009 – The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (the Agency) and the National Energy Board (NEB) issued today the Joint Review Panel Agreement (the Agreement), including the Terms of Reference, for the environmental and regulatory review of the proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline Project.

The joint review panel process will provide an opportunity for all hearing participants to make their views known on the project in an open and transparent forum. The public and Aboriginal groups are encouraged to bring their views on the Northern Gateway Pipeline Project forward to the Joint Review Panel (the Panel) once the Panel is established.

The Agreement was issued for public comment before being finalized. The Agreement describes the Panel’s terms of reference as well as the process to be followed for conducting the joint panel review.

The Panel has a broad mandate under both the National Energy Board Act and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act to consider whether the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects and if it is in the public interest. After conclusion of the review process, the Panel will prepare a Panel Report setting out its conclusions and recommendations relating to the environmental assessment of the project. Following the government response on the Panel Report, the Panel will then issue its reasons for decision under the National Energy Board Act. More specifically, the Panel will:

• examine all matters related to the project such as safety, engineering and economics; • conduct an examination of the environmental effects of the proposed project and the significance of those effects; • consider measures that are technically and economically feasible to mitigate any adverse environmental effects, the need for and the requirements of any follow- up programs with respect to the project; • consider comments from the public that are received during the review; • hold public hearings; • submit to the federal government a report with recommendations about the project; and • issue its Reasons for Decision pursuant to the National Energy Board Act.

Additional information on the Agreement is available in the accompanying backgrounder.

The Agreement, including the Terms of Reference, as well as additional information on the project are available on the Agency’s website at www.ceaa-acee.gc.ca , under reference number 06-05-21799, and on the NEB’s website at www.neb-one.gc.ca.

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The Agency administers a Participant Funding Program which supports individuals and non-profit organizations and Aboriginal groups interested in participating in the review panel process. Next steps in the review process will include the appointment of the Panel members, the announcement of the participant funding recipients and the filing of the project application by Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipelines to the NEB. The Panel will provide additional opportunities for public input and input by Aboriginal groups on the List of Issues to be considered by the Panel. Additional information will be available when the Panel issues its Hearing Order.

About the Project

Enbridge Northern Gateway Pipelines proposes to construct and operate two pipelines, 1,170 km in length, between an inland terminal at Bruderheim, Alberta and a marine terminal near Kitimat, British Columbia. About 500 km of pipeline will be in Alberta and 670 km in British Columbia. One of the pipelines will carry crude oil west to Kitimat and the other line will carry condensate east to Bruderheim. The project also includes the construction and operation of an integrated marine infrastructure at tidewater to accommodate loading and unloading of oil and condensate tankers and marine transportation of oil and condensate.

About the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency

The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency administers the federal environmental assessment process, which identifies the environmental effects of proposed projects and measures to address those effects, in support of sustainable development.

About the National Energy Board

Celebrating 50 years of regulatory leadership, the National Energy Board is an independent federal agency that regulates several parts of Canada's energy industry. Its purpose is to promote safety and security, environmental protection, and efficient energy infrastructure and markets in the Canadian public interest, within the mandate set by Parliament in the regulation of pipelines, energy development and trade.

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Annie Roy Manager, Communications Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency Tel.: 613-957-0396

Kristen Higgins Communications Officer National Energy Board Tel.: 403-299-3122 Update to Sec. 52 Application for the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project Volume 4 – 2010 Update Appendix B: March 2010 Project Update

B.5 NEB and CEAA New Release – JRP Panel Member Backgrounder

March 2011

Backgrounder

Northern Gateway Pipeline Project Joint Review Panel - Biographical Notes

Ms. Sheila A. Leggett

Ms. Leggett has extensive regulatory experience, as well as a background in environmental issues and research. She has been a member of the National Energy Board (NEB) since 2006 and is currently the Vice-Chair of the National Energy Board.

Before joining the NEB, Ms. Leggett was a board member with the Natural Resources Conservation Board, which conducts hearings into natural resource development projects in Alberta. Prior to this, Ms. Leggett was a vice-president and senior consultant with an environmental consulting firm and a founding board member for Alberta Ecotrust.

She has served on numerous NEB regulatory panels, nine of which she has chaired. One of those included serving as the Chair for the Emera Brunswick Pipeline Project, the first National Energy Board hearing substitution for the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency joint review panel process. Ms. Leggett is also the Chair of the NEB’s Governance Committee.

Ms. Leggett has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from McGill University and a Master of Science degree in Biology from the University of Calgary. Ms. Leggett has published numerous papers and made presentations at conferences across North America. She resides in Calgary.

Mr. Hans Matthews

Mr. Matthews is a professional geologist with more than 25 years experience in the mining, minerals and resource management industries. He graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Masters of Science degree and has a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from Brock University. Mr. Matthews has held executive positions focused on natural resource and environmental management, economic development and strategic policy and planning.

Mr. Matthews has extensive experience in Aboriginal community development and consultation within the mineral exploration industry in Canada and abroad. He has worked since 1991 with Aboriginal communities in supporting economic development initiatives as a leader, advisor and negotiator. Part of this has been to aid Aboriginal communities to use and understand aspects of the natural resources sector to promote community development through his role as President of the Canadian Aboriginal Minerals Association for more than 18 years. Moreover, he was an advisor of Natural Resources with Indian and Northern Affairs Canada where he developed employment strategies through the Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative. Mr. Matthews also worked as an Aboriginal advisor implementing Aboriginal community relations policies, facilitating negotiations and workshops, and liaising between industry, Aboriginal groups, and government with both Rio Tinto and PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

As a professional geologist, Mr. Matthews has extensive knowledge of the Canadian natural resources industry. Since 2007, he has been the manager of mineral exploration with Mohawk Garnet Inc., was a mine/project geologist for the Xstrata Nickel Mine in Falconbridge, Ontario, and was the Vice-President of Exploration with Arizona Explorations.

Mr. Matthews is a member of the Wahnapitae First Nation, Ontario, where he resides.

Mr. Kenneth M. Bateman

Mr. Bateman is a Canadian energy lawyer and former senior executive in the Canadian energy sector. He has been a member of the National Energy Board (NEB) since 2006. In addition to expertise in the energy sector, Mr. Bateman has extensive experience with major sustainable energy projects, including wind farms and biowaste facilities.

As a member of the National Energy Board, Mr. Bateman has been involved in numerous land and off-shore pipeline hearings, such as the Brunswick Pipeline Project, Deep Panuke and Keystone XL. He is Chair of the NEB’s Regulatory Policy Committee.

Prior to appointment as a National Energy Board member, Mr. Bateman was the Vice-President of Legal Affairs for Enmax, a large energy distribution, supply and service company. At Enmax, Mr. Bateman served as head of the legal department and oversaw corporate governance, the regulatory affairs, environment and compliance departments. Mr. Bateman also has extensive training and knowledge in arbitration, mediation and multiparty dispute resolution.

Mr. Bateman holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Alberta and a Master of International Business Management degree from the American Graduate School of International Management. Mr. Bateman resides in Calgary, Alberta.