The Fraser Estuary, a vital ecosystem that has sustained marine species, land animals, birds, and human communities for centuries, is facing a bleak future. The recent approval of the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Expansion Project (RBT2) by the federal government has cast a dark shadow over this essential wilderness. As concerned people, we must raise our voices against this hasty decision and demand a fair and thorough assessment process.

The British Columbia government, in compliance with the Environmental Assessment Act, has opened a public consultation on the RBT2 project. However, there's a glaring contradiction in their actions. While the government claims to seek public input, they have already expressed their public support for the project. This undermines the integrity of the consultation and signals a lack of commitment to a fair review process. Premier David Eby's endorsement of the project before hearing from the public is a clear display of bad faith.

Premier Eby, it's time to reconsider and redo the assessment!

The provincial environmental assessment office's Summary Assessment Report for the RBT2 project is deeply disappointing. It fails to adequately consider the multiple environmental risks associated with the project. The proposed expansion will have disastrous impacts on endangered whales, chinook salmon, wetlands, and Dungeness crab. Furthermore, it will lead to further automation of the sector, posing a threat to existing jobs.

The assessment report falls short by including only 17 conditions, most of which are mere plans to plan. The BC government has not put forth any effective protection measures for endangered chinook salmon, barn owls, southern resident killer whales, and Dungeness crab. To add insult to injury, their proposed solution for the destruction of wetlands and at-risk communities is to monitor their decline and allow public comments. This lack of proactive action is deeply concerning.

However, there is still an opportunity for our voices to be heard. The BC government has yet to issue a certificate for RBT2 under the act. The decision lies with BC Minister of Environment and Climate Change George Heyman and Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Rob Fleming. It is crucial that we remind them of their responsibility and demand a more comprehensive assessment.

Let's make it clear to the BC government that this environmental assessment process has been compromised. We urge them to redo the assessment, taking into account all the serious concerns related to species, ecosystems, and jobs. Our collective action can make a difference.

To submit your comment, follow these simple instructions:

1. Visit the government's website page.
2. Look for the button on the top right side of the page and click on it.
3. A dialogue box will appear. Scroll down to the bottom.
4. Tick the box to confirm that you have read and understood the information.
5. Click "Next" to enter your comment.

Here are some points to consider for your submission:

• Highlight the compromised nature of the environmental assessment due to the premier's support for the project before the consultation process began.
• Emphasize the failure of the BC government to address the potential disastrous impacts of the project and urge them to redo the assessment entirely.
• Demand concrete protection measures for endangered species like chinook salmon, barn owls, southern resident killer whales, and Dungeness crab, as well as safeguards for jobs that may be replaced with automation.
• Stress the importance of a thorough and unbiased assessment process that takes all environmental and economic concerns into account.
• Together, we can raise our voices and make a difference. Let's hold the BC government accountable for their decisions and demand a fair and comprehensive assessment process that truly considers the interests of our wilderness, wildlife, and communities. Submit your comments today and let your voice be heard.

Existing Roberts Bank Terminal

Act now

Remember, the deadline for comments is approaching, so act now. Join us in advocating for a sustainable and responsible approach to the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Expansion Project. Together, we can shape a better future for our precious ecosystems and protect the wildlife that depends on them.

Let's make our voices heard and demand a fair and thorough assessment process for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Expansion Project.

Together, we can make a difference.

Submit your comments today and be a part of positive change.