Carole James is, of course, correct to oppose a dramatic *increase* in global warming emissions brought about by the tar sands-fueling proposed nuclear plant near Peace River Alberta. However, another point that needs to be made for British Columbians is the fact that Tilma-- The Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement-- makes between provinces the same kind of impact as Chapter 11 of NAFTA; if the plants are approved in Alberta, by 2009 in both provinces such will not be allowed to be "interfered or impeded" with. Precedents become above legislation.
--M
Aug 29, 2007 1:29:00 PM MST
NDP leader insists premier must voice B.C.‘s opposition to Alberta nuke proposal. (BC-Nuclear-NDP)
http://www.oilweek.com/news.asp?ID=11093
VICTORIA (CP) _ British Columbia‘s NDP leader says B.C. should say loud and clear that the province is opposed to a proposed nuclear power plant in the Peace River.
Carole James says she was surprised and shocked at news that the Alberta government may proceed with a $6.2 billion nuclear plant near northeastern B.C.
She says B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell must voice British Columbia‘s opposition to nuclear energy.
James notes there has been no consultation with people in B.C., despite the proposed project‘s close proximity to the provincial border.
James says the issue is one of basic safety and one people in B.C. have been clear about over and over again.
James says until B.C. residents are consulted, nothing should happen with the nuclear proposal.
