Indians oppose Sable gas pipeline in Nova Scotia
Apr. 1, 1998 Indian chiefs have asked the Nova Scotia government to halt the Sable natural gas project that would
include a pipeline linking the province to New England.
Chiefs from 13 Micmac bands said they are prepared to force the issue of native land claims in federal court if the $
2.25-billion Sable Island project proceeds.
The project calls for a 620-mile pipeline that will transport natural gas to New England from Port Hawkesbury, Nova
Scotia.
"The Assembly of Nova Scotia Micmac Chiefs are calling for the immediate halt of the Sable gas projects," said Chief
Terence Paul of Membertou. "The project proponents must deal in good faith with our concerns."
Sable Island received final approvals earlier this year. Assembly work has already begun near Sable Island, a 25-mile
island known for its shipwrecks and wild horses. Developers aim to start pumping gas late next year.
