Enbridge pipeline leaks oil
An Enbridge pipeline has a leak of 1,500 litres of crude oil in Manitoba, near the community of Virden.
Clean-up is underway by the company.
Calgary-based Enbridge is proposing to build a $4.5-billion twin oil and condensate pipeline from Edmonton to Kitimat, which will pass just north of Prince George. Enbridge is expected to file its project application with the National Energy Board soon.
Cruise ship business on even keel
The Prince Rupert Port Authority is projecting a similar volume of cruise ships and passengers calling on Prince Rupert for the 2010 season compared to 2009.
Prince Rupert will host an estimated 54,500 passengers from 25 large and pocket cruise ship calls in 2010. The season begins May 13 with the call of the 2,500-passenger Norwegian Star.
Since Northland Terminal opened in 2004, it is estimated that guests and crew have spent $38 million in the community including tours, restaurants, attractions, supplies and services.
