More indigenous leaders sign pledge to fight oilsands and pipelines

WINNIPEG — Some indigenous leaders say they will fight any pipeline projects or other work connected to expanding the oilsands in Alberta.

Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, of the Union of British Columbia Chiefs, says there are no conditions under which he can accept the expanded Northern Gateway oil pipeline from Alberta, currently being considered by the federal government.

Phillip says the environmental risks from increased tanker traffic are simply too great.

He says if the project gets the government’s approval, the struggle will intensify and there will be more legal action.