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Woodfibre LNG took its name from its immediate predecessor, the old Woodfibre pulp mill that operated on the site throughout most of the 20th century and eventually closed in 2006. But for centuries before the former Woodfibre pulp mill was built, the site was known by a different name: Swiy̓át, a village of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh […]

To help maximize training and employment opportunities with the Squamish Nation, Woodfibre LNG has partnered with the Nation to develop its Operator Training Program – a unique opportunity for Squamish Nation members interested in a career with Woodfibre LNG to meet program entry criteria – and receive career training without the financial and other barriers associated with many post-secondary programs.

Toni Dumais, a member of the Woodfibre LNG Gender Safety Advisory Committee, discusses how initiatives like this one are paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable future.

Woodfibre LNG is supporting the long-term health of the community by working with the Squamish Hospital Foundation to invest in medical devices and infrastructure, like the pediatric Sim doll or the new CT scanner for the Squamish General Hospital while providing lasting benefits for residents of the Sea to Sky region.

Construction at the Woodfibre LNG site continues, focused on work to prepare the site for facility construction later this year, as well as preparatory work to welcome the floatel, which will house 652 non-local workers outside of the community of Squamish.

Through the Community Partnership Program, Woodfibre LNG was pleased to be able to support the Pemberton Fire Rescue with grant funding to acquire road rope rescue equipment crucial for low-angle situations.

The meeting is an opportunity to discuss marine updates and any potential issues that may arise during the construction of the Woodfibre LNG facility.

Woodfibre LNG president, Christine Kennedy, sets the record straight on Woodfibre LNG’s workforce accommodation strategy.

The floatel, expected to arrive at the Woodfibre LNG project site in spring of 2024 where it will remain moored until the completion of construction in 2027, will provide high quality housing to approximately 650 non-local workers during construction of the Project.

Woodfibre LNG is supporting the long-term health of the Squamish community by investing in medical devices and infrastructure, like fetal heart monitors and the new CT scanner for the Squamish General Hospital.

Huy chexw a (thank you) to the women of the Gender Safety Advisory Committee, whose bravery, willingness to tell their personal and family stories, and commitment to forging new norms and standards for gender safety and Indigenous economic participation on industrial projects will change lives here and across the country.

Woodfibre LNG supported the Squamish Quilters' Guild with a donation to help offset their ongoing costs, including storage, batting, fabric, and their monthly workspace at the Sandman Hotel through its Community Partnership program.