Discussion guide | Keep Canada Working

General

Expanding the pipeline will create billions in revenue for more jobs, roads, schools and hospitals across Canada and will help fund Canada’s transition to greener energy.
The Trans Mountain Pipeline has been in place for over 60 years. Every day the expansion is delayed, Canada loses out on $80 million. That’s money that could be used to help improve our communities from coast to coast.

Expansion

Most of the expansion will be along the existing route and beside things like roads, telecommunications and power lines.
Only 11% of the pipeline route will be new.

Safety

Pipelines are the safest, cheapest and greenest way of moving oil to market.
When there isn't enough pipeline capacity, oil from Alberta has to be shipped by more expensive, less efficient and less environmentally-friendly means, such as rail cars or trucks.
The Trans Mountain Pipeline terminal has never had a single spill.
Current safety measures ensure Canada’s coastal waters are well protected.
New safety measures will raise the level of safety to well above already high global shipping standards.

Environment

Pipelines are the greenest way to get oil to market.
The expansion will generate revenues for programs that move Canada closer to a greener economy.
Pipeline expansion will help pay to develop alternative energy sources as well as more sustainable oil and gas industry practices.

Industry

Refineries in Alberta, BC and Saskatchewan provide most of the refined products, such as fuel, used in Western Canada.
Even when we refine more products at home, we still need pipelines to get to market.

Canadians tell their story

“Western Canadians are giving our oil away at a discount, while Eastern Canada imports oil at current world prices… The money… could be used to create jobs, build infrastructure, hospitals and schools.”

“Many producers have been supportive of these regulations as they lower emissions and are from an environmental and social perspective good for all Canadians. Incidentally, Alberta has been leading the way in carbon reduction.”

"When anyone anywhere in Canada pays taxes all Canadians benefit... That is how we pay for medical, armed forces, foreign aid, environmental protection and hundreds of other benefits we take for granted."

"I support the KM pipeline expansion because... this is a nation building project. Every Canadian will benefit from thousands of good paying jobs during construction and hundreds of long term jobs... created in many regions of Canada."

“I was raised in B.C. but moved to Alberta to get a trade… in the construction industry… I have cancelled the campground reservation in Kelowna... I will not help support the economy of a province that does not support the rest of Canada.”

“As a resident of B.C.’s Sunshine Coast… I have every confidence in Vancouver's harbour master and do not feel that the waters of B.C. are under threat.”

“We’re losing millions of dollars a day in revenue that could pay for schools, hospitals and opportunities for our people. This saddens and angers me as a citizen of this country...”

“I live in North Vancouver. My son lived in the Lower Mainland but could not financially survive when he started a family... They now live in Alberta. Their financial future is dependent on the oil industry.”

“Do you want to make a difference in this world? Convince our citizens and politicians in Canada to champion and build the infrastructure to use and export our own oil… We are world leaders in environmental performance.”

“During the last downturn… we had to lay off 10 employees… Our former employees were on EI instead of paying taxes and otherwise helping the economy… All Canadians desperately need an export pipeline.”

“Please continue to show leadership as an Albertan, as a Canadian, and as a government… Let's get this pipeline built, get our economy rolling again and move onto things that need attention.”

“I have signed the petition and sent my MP the note through the links on your site... There is no good reason to stop the Trans Mountain Pipeline.”

“In Canada we have the most environmentally responsible oil and gas industry in the world… If the pipeline gets built it will displace the production that comes from jurisdictions that do not adhere to these high standards.”

"As a British Columbian, I take exception to the stand taken by the BC Government. I support building the pipeline for two primary reasons; safety and efficiency. Oil will get to markets, either by train, truck or pipeline."

"I am of the opinion that... we could all get on board for the sake of the economy and the funds generated to assist housing, the environment and other social programs."

"I support these pipelines not only because the Albertan and Canadian economies rely so heavily on oil commerce, but because it is the socially and environmentally responsible way to move oil."

“Direct and spin off employment [from Trans Mountain] generates significant income and sales tax revenue. These revenues fund the Canada Pension Plan and transfer payments – for all Canadians.”

"Though I have lived and worked in Vancouver for most of my adult life, you have my total support in your fight to get the Trans Mountain expansion built... My family and most of my friends and colleagues, all of them British Columbians, feel the same way."

"We need this pipeline for our children and… grandchildren to have jobs in the future."

“As a proud citizen of Canada and a native son of British Columbia, I support the free movement of Alberta oil and other products through British Columbia without obstruction, political interference or malfeasance.”

“Oil workers are more environmentally conscious and educated than most. We live and work in the same communities where... pipelines are built. We drink the water, have gas and oil wells on our land, and work around this environment daily."

"I fully support Trans Mountain Pipeline... The Federal Government has already approved this, it is just wasting B.C. public money to fight an already approved pipeline."

“We need best possible price for our natural resources. So many qualified workers, capable, dedicated Engineers have lost their jobs… It is time to show leadership and take responsibility to do the right thing so that national interests prevail.”

“My priorities lie with the greater good of Canada, and that means supporting the pipelines that provide good paying, stable jobs for thousands of Canadians, including many in B.C.”

“As a Vancouver resident I support the Kinder Morgan pipeline. We need to build this.”

“This is a national issue… Let’s work together. This affects all Canadians: environment and economy.”

“This link from Alberta to B.C. should be built for the greater good of Canada… Pipelines are actually safer than any other mode of transport! Get the job done and put people to work!”

“Revenue that is paid to our provincial and federal government helps to support Canada and all of our social and health programs. We all benefit from the revenue that the oil provides.”

“I have signed your pledge, contacted our MP… and sent the web link to some friends. While we live just outside of Ottawa… we appreciate what your province is trying to accomplish… for the benefit of all Canadians.”

“There is no excuse for delaying an already approved project that will benefit both Canada and the provinces.”

"I live... on Vancouver Island... The Pacific coast of Canada belongs to ALL THE PEOPLE OF CANADA. The federal government has the constitutional right and power... in this matter."