ConocoPhillips Handles Uncontrolled Gas Well Fire in Canada
ConocoPhillips manages a Level Three emergency after an uncontrolled gas well fire on a western Canada lease. The company and the Oil and Gas Commission monitor air emissions and plan a two day safety stand down across all rigs, with no threat to the public.
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B.C
Oil and Gas Commission
ConocoPhillips
OGC
Lee Shanks
Canada
DeFoe
Site C topic dominates Chetwynd forum discussions
The Dec 5 Community to Community Forum in Chetwynd spotlighted Site C as a central issue. West Moberly First Nations Councilor Clarence Willson argued the project would destroy critical ungulate habitat, while others urged regional dialogue as BC Hydro moves into stage two consultations. The District of Chetwynd and PRRD have not yet stated positions, with a regional board stance to come after further consultation.
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Brenda Massey
Chetwynd
Roland Willson
West Moberly
BC Hydro
Clarence Willson
Tim Caton
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PRRD
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North region mill closure leaves workers seeking new jobs
The District of Chetwynd analyzes options after Canfor mill closes affecting 1900 workers in the north. Operators with trades may transfer skills, while general laborers face schooling to reenter the job market. Mayor Sangstad and MLA Lekstrom discuss provincial support and intercommunity meetings.
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Sangstad
Canfor
Chetwynd
Lekstrom
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