Over the last number of years, we’ve been working to determine the gas pipeline construction method along Finch Drive and Industrial Way. Following recent pre-construction investigative activities throughout 2025, as well as detailed review and discussions, we’ve landed on a trenchless method, which will also include some open cut construction. This prioritizes safety and reduces impact to nearby residents and businesses.After months of preparation, construction is set to begin in early January 2026, with completion anticipated late next year. The work will take place along a roughly two-kilometre span, starting from the eastern end of Finch Drive, stretching west to just past the intersection of Queens Way and Industrial Way.Initial construction activities are expected to begin on Finch Drive, between Loggers Lane and Highway 99. We will update the community prior to work commencing in additional areas.The work will impact traffic, particularly along Finch Drive. It will be fully closed between Loggers Lane and Highway 99 starting in early January 2026. We encourage folks in the area to build additional time into their commute while these activities are underway. Detours will be setup via Highway 99 and Loggers Lane. Detour signage will be in place to help road users navigate around construction.Access to the Squamish RCMP detachment will be maintained on Finch Drive from Highway 99 via a temporary entrance that will be set up near the existing access point.Signage will be in place, and traffic control personnel will be on site to inform road users of closures.We will continue to be in touch with businesses, residents, and stakeholders in the area to make sure they are aware of the expected traffic impacts and increased noise, as well as to provide updates as construction progresses. We understand the inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s patience as we undertake this work. If you have any questions about this work, we encourage you to reach out to the FortisBC team at [email protected] or 1-855-380-5784. You can also sign up for our email newsletter for the latest on construction activities.

FortisBC has received approval from the BCUC for the Tilbury LNG Storage Expansion project. Once constructed, the project will ensure FortisBC can continue to provide reliable and resilient energy services to customers across the Lower Mainland, including during potential system disruptions due to extreme weather. It will replace the original Tilbury facility with a new modern facility that maintains essential gas supply and operational capability.Following our project application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) in December 2020, the BCUC released a decision requesting additional analysis. In October 2024, FortisBC filed supplemental evidence to support the granting of a CPCN that addresses the BCUC’s comments.

On October 18 or October 20, our contractor will be transporting concrete by truck to our Eagle Mountain Compressor Station in Coquitlam. We anticipate making roughly seven round-trips between the hours of 8 a.m.-3:00pm. Trucks will be travelling on the City of Coquitlam’s designated truck routes.We thank you for your patience as we work to transport these materials safely.