First Nation sues Alberta Energy Regulator over tailings leaks from oilsands mine
The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation has filed a lawsuit against the Alberta Energy Regulator, alleging negligence and a failure to live up to Treaty obligations in the wake of multiple tailings leaks at Imperial Oil’s Kearl facility.
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The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation has filed a lawsuit against the Alberta Energy Regulator, alleging negligence and a failure to live up to Treaty obligations in the wake of multiple tailings leaks at Imperial Oil’s Kearl facility.