The company has sent out notices to locals and the media stating that work will begin in Squamish on or after Aug. 28.

The project will be “constructed in accordance with the terms and conditions of all applicable permits, authorizations, and agreements,” the company says.

Residents are most likely to see work beginning first primarily at the BC Rail and Woodfibre LNG sites. 

“Initial construction activities will include mobilizing equipment and materials, setting up construction offices, preparing the work sites for construction, fencing, flagging, vegetation, tree clearing and more,” a spokesperson for FortisBC told The Squamish Chief. 

The company expects up to around 150 non-local workers to be in town for the work, at peak, in 2023. 

“Our tunnel workers are currently renting rooms in a local hotel, and we’ve committed to not booking additional local accommodation until after Sept.15,” the spokesperson said. 

“After this date, workers may live in local accommodation until the temporary workforce lodge is operational, pending approval of the temporary use permit by the District of Squamish.”

FortisBC has received an icy reception from Squamish council in regards to the applications for temporary use permits. Councillors have been critical of what they say is a lack of information and planning by FortisBC  for its work lodge and laydown yard. The permits were before council for feedback in February and July. They have yet to be granted.

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