Protecting the Environment: Archaeological Impacts – Trans Mountain

Trans Mountain is committed to the protection of archaeological and heritage sites, as well as areas of cultural significance for Indigenous groups. Part of Trans Mountain’s environmental field studies includes archaeology surveys. Extensive work has been done over many years as part of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project to work with communities to identify sites, determine any potential environmental impacts and to reach understandings on mitigation measures to reduce the likelihood those impacts. Our goal is to protect the environment, to avoid sensitive sites or have as little impact as possible and, where we do have an impact, ensure we return the land to the same or better function.

We spoke with Sean Britt, Director of Environment, to discuss archaeology and what it means for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project.

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