Media statement - April 29, 2026
Leming Lake Sales Lateral Loop projects in-service
Supporting economic growth in Northern Alberta
Critical infrastructure investments completed with over $18 million in local subcontracts to connect Alberta’s economy to the energy it needs.
TC Energy has brought the Leming Lake Sales Lateral Loop projects into service ahead of schedule and under budget, connecting Alberta’s oil sands with natural gas, supporting the regional economy and delivering over $18M in regional subcontracts to Indigenous and local businesses.
Located near Lac La Biche and northwest of Bonnyville, the projects added 35 km of new pipeline adjacent to the critical NGTL System. Increasing local capacity on this essential infrastructure connects low-cost natural gas from the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB) with markets, supports Canadian jobs and enables economic development across Alberta and beyond. Delivered concurrently, the Leming Lake projects were completed through disciplined planning, execution excellence and strong partnerships with Indigenous and local communities. That approach helped:
- Reduce costs by taking advantage of favourable market conditions.
- Reduce regulatory timelines by leveraging the efficient Canadian Energy Regulator Act, section 214, regulatory process and working collaboratively with the regulator to ensure timely post-construction approvals.
- Lower emissions and lessen traffic by shortening the construction window.
- Minimize community and roadway disruptions while enhancing safety.
- Bring economic benefits and local natural gas capacity to the region sooner.
The projects reflect TC Energy’s strategic focus on disciplined execution—maximizing the value of our assets through safety and operational excellence.
View the NGTL System on our Operations Map.
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Quotes
“Placing the Leming Lake projects into service reflects what our teams can achieve through collaboration, thoughtful planning and strong community partnerships. These projects strengthen critical infrastructure that connects Canada’s lowest‑cost natural gas supply from the Western Sedimentary Basin to its highest‑value markets—while delivering real economic benefits to northern Alberta communities and supporting energy security for the province.”
— Trevor Ebl, President, Canadian Natural Gas Pipelines, TC Energy
“The completion of the Leming Lake expansion project is a significant milestone for communities across Fort McMurray—Cold Lake and northeastern Alberta. This investment in the NGTL system strengthens the reliable delivery of natural gas that powers our homes, supports our industries and drives economic growth across our region. By building critical infrastructure like this, TC Energy is creating jobs, supporting local workers and ensuring our communities have access to safe, affordable energy for years to come. I’m proud to support projects that reinforce Canada’s role as a responsible energy leader while delivering lasting benefits to the families and businesses in our communities.”
—Laila Goodridge, Member of Parliament, Fort McMurray, Cold Lake
“Projects like Leming Lake are exactly the kind of investments Alberta needs to strengthen our energy sector and support continued growth in the oil sands. This project reinforces the reliability of our natural gas infrastructure while creating well-paying jobs and generating real economic benefits for communities in the Lakeland region. Alberta’s prosperity is built on responsible resource development, and it was encouraging to see firsthand the professionalism, expertise, and commitment that TC Energy brings to projects like this. Investments like this ensure our region remains a key driver of Canada’s energy future.”
— MLA Scott Cyr - Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul
“Way to go on completing your project NW of Bonnyville. We are happy to see that everything went smoothly for your team and thank you for being a part of our community in past, the present and in the future. TC Energy is a vital delivery modem for the industrial sites and residents in our community. Thank you and we look forward to working with you in the future.”
—Edward Duchesne, Ward 4 Councillor M.D. of Bonnyville No 87
By the numbers
Leming Lake projects impact
- Indigenous and local businesses received over 94 per cent of project sub-contracts for the Leming Lake Field and Sand section projects—valued at over $18 million.
- Through our Build Strong community investment program, we invested over $46,500 in Lac La Biche County and the M.D. of Bonnyville.
- Members from five Indigenous groups participated in our Indigenous Construction Participation Program (ICPP).
- TC Energy contributed approximately $155 million annually in property taxes while its Build Strong program invested over $4.6 million in community safety, education and environmental initiatives in Alberta in 2025.
Did you know?
A pipeline loop is not a circle. A looped pipeline runs parallel to an existing pipeline and has similar start and end points. This increases capacity and allows us to meet growing energy demand in Alberta and beyond by increasing the amount of natural gas we can move along an existing section of pipeline. The looped pipeline is generally constructed adjacent to an existing right-of-way (ROW), reducing environmental and land disturbances, impacts to stakeholders and rights holders, construction cost and time.