FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 29, 2026
BRITISH COLUMBIA — September 29, 2026 — CentreBC leader Elenore Sturko is welcoming today’s approval of Phase 2 of LNG development in British Columbia, calling it an important step toward strengthening investment, jobs and economic growth in the province.
“British Columbia has an enormous wealth of natural resources and an opportunity to build a stronger economy by responsibly developing them,” said Sturko. “The approval of Phase 2 is a positive step for our province and for the communities, workers and businesses that can benefit from continued investment in our resource sector.”
CentreBC supports expanding responsible LNG and natural resource development while ensuring British Columbia captures greater economic benefits from its resources.
“LNG is an important part of British Columbia’s economic future, and a CentreBC government will support natural gas development as part of a diverse and resilient economy. At the same time, we will support responsible critical minerals mining, forestry, manufacturing, agriculture, technology and other industries that create good jobs and strengthen communities and contribute to a stronger Canada.”
Sturko said a diverse economy is better positioned to withstand changing global markets, trade disruptions and economic uncertainty.
“CentreBC has a vision to made British Columbia the place where people want to invest, build businesses and create jobs,” said Sturko. “That means saying yes to responsible resource development while also investing in the many other sectors that can make our economy more resilient.”
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