Hundreds Gather In Northern B.C. Against Enbridge Oil Tanker Plan http://bit.ly/df4ClC

Two days after Enbridge filed its application for the proposed Northern Gateway Pipeline, over 500 northern B.C. residents gathered in Kitamaat Village to oppose the controversial plan, which would bring oil supertankers to the B.C. Coast. "Every day more and more people, from all walks of life, are coming together to stop this dangerous project. They are sending a very clear message: Enbridge oil spills will not be allowed to destroy our territory," said Gerald Amos, a Haisla Councillor and an organizer of the event.

"Today Coastal First Nations reaffirm our declaration that we will not allow tar sands oil to pass through our lands and waters. Enbridge pushing ahead with this project despite our declaration shows a lack of respect that will not be tolerated," said Art Sterritt, executive Director of Coastal First Nations. "The Union of BC Indian Chiefs is proud to stand in complete solidarity with all of the First Nations who are defending the integrity of their aboriginal title and rights from the environmental threats posed by the Northern Gateway Pipeline," said Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, president of the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs.