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Dhaliwal agrees with Imperial that Arctic gas could flow by 2007
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Event summary
Canada's Natural Resources Minister Herb Dhaliwal has endorsed Imperial Oil Ltd.'s accelerated 2007 timeline for shipping natural gas from the Mackenzie Delta, a target which aligns with Imperial's plans to fast-track regulatory approvals and construction. While Dhaliwal and Northwest Territories Resources Minister Jim Antoine believe this is achievable with cooperation, the Canadian Arctic Resources Committee warns of significant obstacles due to the numerous regulatory bodies and land claims agreements involved, suggesting a three-to-four year regulatory process alone.