Site C Camp Repurposed for North Coast Transmission Line

0:00BC Hydro is repurposing its Site-C worker camp to house crews for the North Coast transmission line project. This move helps them stick to tight construction schedules. The new line will double the electricity supply from Prince George to Terrace, paving the way for more LNG facilities and resource developments along. The North Coast and at Prince Rupert's port. Last October, the British Columbia government passed laws to speed up the project with building work starting this summer. Officials expect the full line to be up and running by 2034. Energy and climate solutions. Minister Adrian Dix called it a win for everyone in the province. He highlighted how reusing the camp cuts down on waste, saves cash and time, and boost the economy through new jobs and growth. First Nation's leaders are on board too. Chief Robert Michelle of the Stella and First Nation praised the plan for reducing environmental harm. It avoids building fresh camps, freeing up materials to protect lands affected by the line instead.

1:00The Site-C camp wraps up operations on March 31, shifting seamlessly to support this key infrastructure push that promises long-term gains for the region. That's your update from Vancouver News today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with the story.