Llenllenéy’ten Signs Relationship Agreement & Project Benefits Agreement with Westcoast Energy Inc. (Enbridge)
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 January 6, 2025 Clinton, BC - High Bar First Nation (HBFN) is pleased to announce the signing of two significant agreements with Westcoast Energy Inc. (Enbridge): a Relationship Agreement (RA) and a Project Benefits Agreement (PBA). Both agreements were formally signed on November 27, 2025, within the traditional territory of Llenllenéy’ten. These agreements reflect a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration, enhancing communication, and ensuring that HBFN rights, culture, and community priorities remain central to future planning.
Relationship Agreement (RA) The Relationship Agreement establishes a clear and respectful framework for information sharing, engagement, and consultation regarding Enbridge’s proposed projects and ongoing operations. The agreement supports opportunities for community investment, training, environmental stewardship, and business development that benefit High Bar First Nation and its members. The RA is designed to provide certainty and clarity in how both parties work together, while reinforcing the importance of Llenllenéy’ten rights and title, cooperation, and cross-cultural understanding.
Project Benefits Agreement (PBA) The Project Benefits Agreement outlines a cooperative and mutually respectful approach to Enbridge’s Sunrise Expansion Program, which crosses a portion of Llenllenéy’ten traditional territory. Through the PBA, resources will be allocated to support economic growth, cross-cultural and technical training, and initiatives that protect and uphold HBFN rights, culture, and way of life. The agreement affirms HBFN’s active role in ensuring that project planning and implementation remain grounded in community values and responsible stewardship. High Bar First Nation looks forward to building on this strengthened relationship with Enbridge in the spirit of respect, cooperation, and good faith, while continuing to protect and advance the interests of Llenllenéy’ten and future generations. Media Contact: Kúkpi7 Jamie Fletcher Llenllenéy'ten (High Bar) First Nation PO Box 458, Clinton, BC V0K 1K0 Tel. 250.459.2117 Email: jamie@hbfn.ca  |
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