Husky could face charges under the Environmental Protection Act
Discussions are being had within the Ministry of Environment as to whether any charges will be laid against Husky Energy.
On July 21 up to 250,000 litres of oil spilled into the North Saskatchewan River impacting the drinking water of 69,000 people.
“It is something that is being discussed at this point, right now it is just a little premature to be looking at that,” confirmed Kevin McCullum with the Ministry of Environment. “My focus right now has been on the science side of it and making sure the clean-up and operations are going well.”
Husky Energy, which has taken full responsibility for the oil spill, could face charges under the Environmental Management and Protection Act 2010 (EMPA).