Editor:
Howe Sound hosts a large population along its coast and on its islands and is accessed by the even larger population of Greater Vancouver.
Howe Sound hosts an ecosystem which is just now recovering from damage from the Britannia mine and other abuses and can quickly become again the envy of the world with its world-class recreational opportunities.
The proposed Woodfibre LNG plant is located in an earthquake zone with hundreds of lightning strikes annually. A spill or fire or human error would be catastrophic to this environment. It would be an easy target for terrorists. The proposed LNG shipping routes through Howe Sound are obviously dangerous.
Moreover, it is widely understood — even by the proponent — that the proposed plant would not be allowed in California or New York state or other U.S. and international locations. Why would it be allowed in Howe Sound’s ecosystem?
This project should not be approved at any level, particularly before a holistic regional plan for the entire Howe Sound area (from Horseshoe Bay to Squamish to Gibsons and the islands in between) has been put in place that takes into account Howe Sound’s industrial, commercial, residential and recreational value — both existing and potential.
Don Townson, Langdale
