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PROJECT OVERVIEW

In response to the rapidly increasing development of natural gas production from the northeastern British Columbia (B.C.) shale basins, NOVA Gas Transmission Ltd. (NGTL), a wholly owned subsidiary of TransCanada, is proposing to extend its Alberta System to transport sweet natural gas from the Horn River area in B.C. to a tie in point on the existing Northwest Mainline of the Alberta System.

This extension of the Alberta System will involve three components:  

1. The acquisition of the Encana Ekwan Pipeline, which is anticipated to be effective fourth quarter, 2011.
2. The construction of the Horn River Mainline (Cabin Section) which is approximately 72 kilometres of 36-inch diameter pipeline and related metering and valve facilities running from a point on the Ekwan Pipeline, north to a natural gas processing facility in the Cabin area.
3. The construction of the Komie East Extension, which will consist of approximately 2.5 kilometres of up to 24 inch diameter pipe and related metering and valve facilities.

The proposed pipeline is expected to be operational early in the second quarter of 2012, subject to regulatory approvals, with an estimated project cost of $307 million.

STATUS AND TIMELINES

Projects are subject to various internal and external approvals. Timelines are subject to change without notice.

Horn River producers have recently notified TransCanada that they are extending their construction schedule for upstream production facilities which will enhance their ability to manage project costs, therefore, TransCanada will delay the in-service date of the Horn River Pipeline from 2011 to 2012 (see updated timeline below).

• Completed open season
• Initiated public consultations with stakeholders

• Announced results of open season securing support for 378 mcf/d for firm transportation contracts
• Initiated environmental field studies along with engineering design

• Initiated comprehensive public consultations with stakeholders, including stakeholder notification packages and public open house

• Expect to submit application to the National Energy Board

• Pending approval, commence construction of the pipeline

• Expect to complete construction and bring pipeline in service

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

In order to construct and operate the Horn River Mainline Project, NGTL will require a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity pursuant to section 52 of the National Energy Board Act.  The Project is also subject to environmental assessment pursuant to s.5 of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act. In addition, various ancillary permits will be required for specific aspects of the project.

PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT

TransCanada is proud of the relationships we have built with our landowners and neighbours over the last 50 years and we are committed to consulting with the public about our activities. We believe that through consultation with landowners and stakeholders, and engagement with Aboriginal communities, we can address questions and concerns and integrate important public input into our activities. We will seek input on the project in a number of ways, including:

• Community open houses
• Stakeholder presentations
• One-on-one meetings with interested stakeholders
• Brochures or information packages mailed to individuals
• Project web page
• Public notices placed in local newspapers
• Input through the regulatory process

ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY

Our facilities are designed, constructed and operated in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and to minimize risks to our employees, the public and the environment. We respect the diverse environments and culture in which we operate. We work diligently to minimize negative environmental impacts from our activities, while upholding our responsibility to meet today’s energy demands. We develop, implement and continually refine environmental policies and programs that allow us to not only comply with government regulations, but to act as a leader in our industry.

The safety of the public and our employees is our top priority. We will meet or exceed industry and government standards that have been designed to ensure public safety. Our commitment is reflected in the design and construction of our facilities, as well as in our operating and maintenance practices.

We maintain an ongoing public awareness program to keep the lines of communication open with our landowners and neighbours about our facilities and how to live and work safely around pipelines. As part of this program, we involve local emergency response agencies to ensure there is an understanding about the specifics of our pipeline, which will lead to the safe and effective response in the unlikely event of an incident.

CAREERS

Opportunities directly associated with the Horn River Mainline Project are limited. If you’re interested in a career at TransCanada, please check out our current opportunities.

NEWS RELEASES

• Feb. 26, 2009 - TransCanada secures shipper commitments for Horn River  Pipeline project

CONTACTS

TransCanada Media inquiries
1.800.608.7859

Horn River Mainline Project Team
TransCanada Corporation
450 – 1st Street SW
Calgary, Alberta T2P 5H1