The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) has approved the final pipeline leave to open (LTO) application for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. The pipeline is now authorized to carry crude oil from Trans Mountain’s Edmonton Terminal, located in Strathcona County, AB, to its Westridge Marine Terminal, located in Burnaby, BC, in Western Canada.
Companies regulated by the CER must apply for and obtain LTO before a pipeline, pipeline section or associated facilities such as pump stations or tanks can operate. The application process allows the Commission of the CER to determine whether the pipeline or facilities are safe to use.
Throughout construction, the CER worked with the Trans Mountain Indigenous Advisory and Monitoring Committee (IAMC-TMX) to ensure meaningful Indigenous oversight of construction activities. The IAMC-TMX strengthened the safety and environmental oversight of the project to prevent harm, help protect Indigenous rights and interests and build relationships. The CER will continue working with the IAMC-TMX as the pipeline moves into operations and throughout its lifecycle.
Although the TMEP construction is complete, the CER is a lifecycle regulator. Its oversight role to ensure Trans Mountain adheres to conditions, regulations, codes and standards will continue throughout the life of the pipeline.
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