The Government of Canada has announced a $200 million contribution to the Cedar LNG Project, marking a significant step toward supporting Indigenous economic reconciliation and Canada’s low-carbon energy future. This funding, provided through the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF), will aid in the development of a $5.963 billion Indigenous-majority-owned floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) facility in Kitimat, British Columbia.
Cedar LNG is a joint venture between the Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline Corporation, with the Haisla Nation owning 50.1% of the project. The facility, powered by clean hydroelectricity, will produce ultra-low-carbon LNG for international markets, with the potential to displace higher-emitting energy sources in Asia. The project is expected to create over 300 construction jobs and 100 long-term skilled positions, with a focus on providing lasting employment opportunities for Indigenous communities.
The Cedar LNG project exemplifies Indigenous ownership and leadership in Canada’s natural resources sector. It will contribute to economic growth, energy security, and a transition to cleaner energy, while upholding the highest standards of environmental and cultural protection. Once operational, the facility will process 400 million standard cubic feet of natural gas per day and produce 3.3 million tons of LNG annually.
