Enbridge's Line 9B reversal would help create more job opportunities for Ontario workers
TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2013 /CNW/ - With the National Energy Board continuing its hearings today on Enbridge's proposal to reverse the flow of Line 9B, TDT Crews Inc. is urging Ontarians to support the project because of the economic benefits and job opportunities Line 9B would bring to Ontario workers.
The Hamilton-based company, which provides work-ready labour crews for infrastructure projects across Canada, submitted a letter of comment to the NEB in support of the project because Line 9B could help get more Ontarians working in Canada's energy sector here in the province.
"Job prospects from Ontario pipeline projects are great for Ontario workers who would otherwise have to travel to Western Canada to apply their skill sets," said Todd Clyde, Chief Operating Officer of TDT Crews Inc. "Now these energy projects are right here in our backyard."
Beyond the jobs associated with pipeline maintenance and construction, national pipeline projects that would bring Western Canadian oil to more domestic and international markets are important for keeping Canada's energy sector strong and competitive. Having a growing national energy sector means more economic prosperity and jobs for Ontarians.
Most of the special interest groups that oppose the reversal of Line 9B do so because they ultimately want to shut down oil sands development in Alberta. These arguments often ignore the benefits of Canada's oil sands to Ontario's economy. Over the next quarter century, Alberta's oil sands industry will spend $63 billion on goods and services from Ontario companies. By 2035, seven per cent of all jobs related to the oil sands will be in Ontario.
"Given the continuing decline of traditional manufacturing in the province, Ontario simply cannot afford to lose out on the job opportunities that will be created by opening up a new domestic market for Western Canadian oil in Ontario and Quebec," said Mr. Clyde. "Canada has one of the most comprehensive environmental regulatory systems in the world and our skilled men and women work hard to ensure infrastructure projects are built safely and operate to the highest environmental and safety standards."
About TDT Crews:
TDT Crews is an all Canadian skilled trade's organization providing a turnkey Canadian solution to the labour shortage problem. TDT Crews has been aiding clients across the natural resource and energy industries for several years by providing companies with a skilled Canadian workforce.
SOURCE: TDT Crews
Media Contact:
Todd Clyde
Chief Operating Officer
TDT Crews
416-268-5599
[email protected]
www.tdtcrews.com
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