Enbridge has received Canadian approval for its C$4 billion Sunrise Expansion, which will add 300 million cubic feet per day to the Westcoast pipeline system. The move clears the way for a major buildout of British Columbia’s gas infrastructure, boosting supply capacity for the province’s growing energy needs. The expansion comes as British Columbia prepares for rising gas demand tied to power generation, industrial growth and LNG exports, including facilities such as Woodfibre LNG. The province is positioning itself as a Pacific Coast export hub, and the new capacity will support that buildout. Construction is scheduled to begin in July, with the line expected to enter service in late 2028. The 139‑kilometer line will run through 11 looping segments, adding compression and upgrading existing facilities on a system that already moves up to 3.6 billion cubic feet per day. The project will increase the Westcoast system’s capacity by roughly 8 %. It is projected to contribute more than C$3 billion to Canada’s economy and support about 2,500 construction jobs, with over C$52 million already spent with Indigenous businesses. 'The expansion strengthens feed‑gas positioning for Canada’s LNG ambitions,' said an Enbridge spokesperson. 'It expands a critical gas artery at a time when North American natural gas infrastructure is increasingly viewed through export and security lenses,' the spokesperson added. With the Sunrise Expansion, Enbridge is poised to support Canada’s growing LNG export ambitions while enhancing supply reliability for domestic markets. The project positions the Westcoast pipeline as a key asset in the region’s energy strategy, reinforcing the province’s role as a major export hub.