E-84 Letters of Comment dated October 7, 2005 …...E-84 Letters of Comment dated October 7, 2005...

E-84 Letters of Comment dated October 7, 2005 from the following:

A.J. Hardy A.J. Nicholson AC Agnes Forster Al Smickersgill Al Tuck AL Alan Cole Albert & Dawn Romanell Alex Graham Amrit Pannun Amy Vilis Amy Y. Lee Andrea Kwaitkowsky Andy Thomsen Angela Forth Angela Ross-Fehr Anne M. Ayre Annette Brown Ariel Holtz Armel Castellan Art & Lois Powell Arthur W. Copp & Family Audrey & Boris Karpoff Audrey Greve Audrey Barbara Sherman Barbara Wilkinson Ben Jakobsson & Rosilda Albinati Benita Spencer Betsy Bodor Bill & Eileen Hughes Bill & Mrs. Joan Kelly Blair Lister Bob S. Braden Bobby O’Kane Brad Lambert Brenda Christensen Brett Millard Brian Harvey Brian McLaurin Bruce & Diane Mould Bruce & Pat Cowley Bruce M. Watson

Judith Thompson June Kline K. Frank Kai Bellows Karen Nielsen Karen Tsang Karen Karen-Lee Bradley Karima Penman Kate Pattison Katie Stein Sather Keith Moton Kelly Monjazeb Kelly Wolfe Kelly, Barry & Amanda Fuller Ken & Pat Armstrong Kevin Gillard Kevin O’Brien Kim Barrett Kim Brandt Kiyo Breiting Kris Andrews Krista Drommer Krista Lees Kristi Yuris Kristina Fairholm Mader Kristy Ilic L. Franco Larry Berger Larry Cooper Laura Barker Laurence Martinson Leanne Turnbull Lee Leo & Rita Turcotte Les & Gerry Erickson Lesa Moriarity Lia Grundle Lillian McIntyre Lindsay Brownsey Lisa Wong Liz Gaige Lori Henry Lorne Avery

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I strongly object to Canadian Resources being sold to American interests. NAFTA has driven the price of our natural resources beyond a reasonable cost for pensioners such as myself. We are being driven into a bankrupt position by our cousins to the South and which no doubt will drive inflation even higher. The citizens of BC are reaching the point of rebellion and the politicians should awaken to the fact that we have been pushed far enough. It is time for the Commission to take a hand in the matter!! AJ Hardy

From: Wilma & Gus Hardy [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:53 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Selling of Teresan

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This is a letter of protest regardng your proposal to allow Kinder Morgan, a U.S. company from Texas to take over Terasen gas. Our natural resources shoulds be controlled by British Columbians, not the United States. What is our B.C. Liberal Government thinking? From a concerned citizen. A..J Nicholson , Richmond, B.C.

From: Betty Nicholson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:17 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: re sale of Terasen Gas to U>S> interests

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To whom it may concern:

I am writing this email inregards to the pending sales of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a foreign company from the south. I, like many of my peers, are outranged by this betrayal to BC citizens. Please say NO this transaction.

Regards,

AC

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:00 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary Vancouver, BC email: [email protected] Add our 3 name to the millions ( I hope ) who are protesting the sale of our B.C. Gas (Terasen Gas) to a Texas Company. There's lots of money in Canada - wrapped-up in Retirement Funds. Give us B.C. residents and other Canadians a chance to be masters in our own home. Please ensure Terasen Gas remains in BC to be owned and operated by Canadians, not Texans. I have ten brothers and sisters, and they have tons of children and grandchildren living in beautiful BC. They will ALL protest this sale! You'll hear from them before the Oct.14 deadline. Agnes Forster 14453 29A Ave Surrey, BC V4P 1 P7 Ron Forster 14453 29A Ave Surrey, BC V4P 1 P7 Carol Forster 14453 29A Ave Surrey, BC V4P 1 P7 Tippy Forster 14453 29A Ave Surrey, BC V4P 1 P7

From: Agnes Forster, Canadian Nursing Home [[email protected]]

Sent:Sun 10/2/2005 2:03 PM

To: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen in BC notTexas

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to add my voice to the thousands of British Columbians who are alarmed about the pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a U.S.-based multinational headquartered in Houston, Texas. Allowing Kinder Morgan, or any foreign-owned company, the right to control our natural resources not only places Canadian jobs at risk and jeopardizes a stable and affordable source of energy for British Columbians, the pending deal gives Kinder Morgan virtual carte blanche to exploit Alberta's oil sands. Indeed, Kinder Morgan has made no secret of its plans to increase capacity on Terasen's existing pipelines, which will export Canadian energy directly to the U.S. This deal not only transfers control of natural gas distribution for 95% of B.C. households to American interests, it also puts a strain on consumer price regulation in B.C. Increased natural gas demand in the U.S. will likely make it more profitable for Terasen to export rather than to supply domestic demand. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in British Columbia. If ratified, this deal will increase U.S. energy security at the expense of Canadian energy security. Please do everything you can to stop the selloff of this precious British Columbia asset. Yours truly, Al Smickersgill

From: Al Smickersgill [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:37 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen gas

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Dear Sir, I must register a grievance as to the sale of Terrassen Gas to anyone outside of Canada, This effectively turns over control of an extremely important resource to a foreign company. The track record of U.S. resource companies in their dealings with CANADA has been deplorable and there is no reason to think that this one would be any different. Please re-think this deal before it is too late. AB Tuck

From: Al Tuck [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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to whom it may concern, please keep terasen gas in bc hands. don't sell a part of the national patrimony to greedy american business. they wont care about us. thank you al

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From: boboy bernal [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:21 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: keep it in b.c.

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I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. The sale must be approved by the BC Utilities Commission which will hold hearings on the sale and so it is still possible to stop.

My Specific Concern: I believe all natural resourses should remain under financial control of the citizens of the country or province they are located in.

Alan Cole - Red Raven Enterprises C26 Nassichuk Rd RR3 Powell River , B.C. V8A 5C1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:41 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: eQuesnel: A postcard from a concerned BC citizen re: Sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: As senior citizens on a fixed income we cannot afford to support with our gas dollars, the minimal bills the Americans will receive in comparison for the same gas! I am sure we will find a curtailment of our supplies in order to meet the demand of our southern neighbours.

Albert & Dawn Romanell 65-684 North Fraser Drive Quesnel, B.C. V2J 1Z6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Commission Secretary, I fully realize that one email from an ordinary BC citizen will make no difference to your decision regarding the sale of Terasen Gas, however I must register a strong objection to the application before you. Control of our natural resources must remain in BC and only the products from those resources sold on the foreign marketplace. Would the next thing be our water, or our hydro power? Please look to the future in your considerations. Thank you. Alex Graham, 402 - 1771 East Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V5L 2B3

From: Alex Graham [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:34 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: i am gainst the sale of terasen gas to the american company kinder morgan. thank you.

amrit pannun 231 east 51st avenue vancouver, bc v5x 1c4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: eQuesnel: A postcard from a concerned BC citizen re: Sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: where will this all stop?? What will be 100% Canadian owned??

Amy Vilis 2807 West 12th AVe Vancouver, BC V6K 2R1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: eNorthernBC: A postcard from a concerned BC citizen re: Sale of Terasen Gas

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To whom it may concern:

I am the owner of 2973 West 28 Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. Please remain owned and operated here in B.C. not in Texas

Amy Y. Lee Private Banking Officer BMO Harris Private Banking 595 Burrard Street 9th Floor Vancouver, B.C. V7X 1L7 Tel: 604-665-7279 Fax: 604-665-7461

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From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:04 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Tersen to remain owned and operated here in B.C. not in Texas

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To Whom It May Concern, I am writing regarding the possible selling of Terasen to Kinder Morgan in Texas. I urge you to stop and meditate on the long term effects and example you are setting by selling a B.C. owned and operated by British Columbians to an American owned company. Is it really in the long reaching best interests for British Columbians to release this power of ownership to a company that has no stake in working with the wishes and needs of our citizens? In my understanding, this move would not be in our best interests. Thus, yet again I urge you to consider the far reaching possibilities of making a decision like this for future. Sincerely Andrea Kwiatkowsky

From: Energywork [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:30 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Making decisions for the higher good of all

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Dear Sir or Madam. Please be advised that it is my express wish that Terasen remain a BC owned utility. Andy Thomsen 42 - 3535 Casorso road Kelowna, BC V1W 3E1 250-763-3070 [email protected]

From: Thomsen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:32 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen.

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I am writing to urge the Commission to reject Kinder Morgan's bid to take over Terasen Gas. As a user of Terasen's excellent service and as a resident and taxpayer in British Columbia for more than 40 years, I believe strongly that gas is an important natural resource which must be controlled in BC and not in Texas. Angela Forth Victoria BC 250-881-1957

From: Angela Forth [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:53 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Please keep our valuable natural resource controlled in British Columbia. Sincerely, Angela Ross-Fehr 45302 Wells Rd. Chilliwack B.C. V2R1H2

From: A Ross-Fehr [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:10 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: I want Teresan to remain owned and operated in B.C.

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Dear Sirs: Please do not allow Terasen to be sold to the Texas Corporation, Kinder Morgan. As a proud and happy British Columbian, I want our natural resources, including gas, to remain in and be controlled by our Province. Thank you, Anne M. Ayre 4875 Maxine Lane Victoria, BC V8Y 2J3 (250) 658-5954

From: Anne Ayre [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:58 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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I wish Terasen to remain owned and operated here in B.C. Thank You Annette Brown

From: annette [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:33 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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the sale would be a stick in the eye to all british columbians. shame on the bc liberals for almost everything theyve done. just say NO. ariel holtz

From: ariel holtz [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:00 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: please dont allow the sale of teresen.

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My Specific Concern: Please, those of you that have been elected as political leaders, be careful with your actions with respect to the environment. Don't you want your grandkids to benefit from a more natural world than the one you are leavign them with?

Castellan, Armel - MoE box 4717 Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Do not move Teresan Gas to Texas, keep the business in BC. Thank you for your consideration. We are gas users, hot water and fireplace.

Art & Lois Powell 103 Wild Otter Place Nanaimo, BC V9T 3T3 250.616.6470

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From: Lois Powell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresan Gas

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This e-mail is to register our objection to the B.C. Government selling out TERASEN to Kinder Morgan U.S.A. TERASEN must remain owned and operated here in British Columbia and not in Texas. We strongly recommend all British Columbia natural resourses be contolled here in British Columbia and NOT in any other country. Arthur W. Copp Edith O. Copp Oliver, B.C.

From: Arthur Copp [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:14 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Sirs: Both my husband and I feel very strongly that Terasen should be kept in Canada. In particular since the Kinder Morgan stated in they are not interested in the gas all they only WANT THE PIPE LINE. If they are willing to pay this amount of $$$ for eventually selling off everything and keeping the pipe line only - its because they want to have unlimited access to shipping through these pipe line. Why are we not thinking of the future - and should the US want the use of our pipelines - we could charge them $$$ and this would be good for Canada. We are having enough problems with the "soft wood" issue - why do we want to continue and sell our citizens short of what is rightfully ours. So I say NO - do not sell to Kinder Morgan - Keep Terasen in B.C. in Canada for our children and future generations. Audrey & Boris Karpoff 39-14968 24th Ave. South Surrey, BC V4A 9Y6 tel: 604-542-9165 fax: 604-542-9612

From: Audrey Karpoff [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:11 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen: Keept in in B.C. not Texas

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My Specific Concern: Please stop the purchase of Terasen Gas by the American Company, the Company that is planning to by Terasen Gas does not have a very good track record as far as the invirerment is conserned and I woluld like to keep these kinds of busieness in Canadian hands

Mrs Audrey Greve 620B Cormorant Street, Comox, B.C. V9M 1P2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My rates have already gone up

From: Audrey [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:55 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Teresan in B.C.

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To BC Utilities Commission Secretary, and To Director of Investments, Industry Canada

I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan or any other U.S.-based company. Canadian primary resources such as oil, gas and water must only be owned and operated by Canadians since they are an integral part of our national security. If this sale is allowed it will set a precedent that will be exploited by the U.S. in all subsequent commercial and trade ventures.

In addition, as a Canadian taxpayer I would like to see an investigation into how the Liberal government of B.C. was influenced to change provincial legislation to allow such a sale to occur. An RCMP criminal investigation should be launched, I believe.

Sincerely,

Barbara J. Sherman Vancouver, B.C. Ph: (604) 688-5906

From: Barbara Sherman [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:54 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen sale

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TO: BC UTILITIES COMMISSION SECRETARY Vancouver And, DIRECTOR OF INVESTMENTS Investment Review Division Industry Canada Ottawa Dear Sir/Madame: I want to keep BCs valuable natural resources in BC. I DO NOT support the sale of Terasen gas to the USA. Your sincerely, Barbara Wilkinson, MA 416 Kerry Place Tsawwassen, BC

This message was sent with High importanceFrom: westcoast [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:49 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Keep Terasen in BC

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Please pass on the message that we do not believe that Terasen should be sold off to foreign companies. We believe that it is "uncanadian" to sell our crown corporation to anyone other than to our Canadian people. The BCUC has a major responsibility to protect the public interest in this matter under section 54(9) of the Utility Commission Act. Given NAFTA and the FTA can we imagine the untilities Commission being able to control or have any input into gas prices once the utility is owned by foreigners, particularly American ones. Ben Jakobsson and Rosilda Albinati Rosilda Albinati

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From: Rosilda Trouble [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:47 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Selling Terasen

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My Specific Concern: As a Canadian citizen since birth, I strongly oppose the proposed sale of Tarazan Gas to any entity ourside of BC. I believe that the propsed sale of Tarazan Gas to Kinder Morgan would compromise our environment, place the energy needs of British Columbians in jeopardy, result in loss of employment to BC workers, and possibly result in unwarranted increase in the cost of gas to BC residents.

Benita Spencer 4835 Salmon Berry Way Nanaimo, BC V9V 1T4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I AM AGAINST TERASAN GAS SALES. KEEP IT IN B.C. no no no TO SALES OUT OF OUR COUNTRY -TEXAS. wHAT EVER COULD YOU BE THINKING.? Betsy Bodor. 928 Spence Ave. Coquitlam BC V3J 4V5

From: betsybodor [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:05 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasan gas.

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We, among many others here in B.C. are outraged at this thoughtless proposal, to sell OUR resources to an outsider. What is wrong with people with too much power nowadays, does it not make common sense to retain our resources under OUR control. Just think, how would you feel, or explain why, you'd exchange a member of your family for "valueable dollars", in other words, you are selling your own people's resources for the sake of financial gain.

Come on, re think this situation and let the Canadian company that controlls the natural gas we use keep this right and let the Americans, or whoever, look after their own produces.

So in conjunction with the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union, representing Terasen Gas workers, and the Council of Canadians, we loudly protest this proposal of yours.

Bill & Eileen Hughes,

From: Bill and Eileen Cuculain [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:42 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: What next!!!

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BC Utilities Commission Please know that it is our opinion that the resources of our Provinces should remain completely within our control. The piecemeal erosion of our resources that is taking place is alarming - serving only to weaken to the point of being taken over - never be regained. Please do not let that happen. Mr. Bill and Mrs. Joan Kelly 102 - 4926 48th Ave. Delta, BC V4K 1V604-940-0960

From: Joan Kelly [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:23 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: BC Natural Resources

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"I,Blair Lister, want to voice my opposition of the sale of Teresen to Kinder Morgan, As a Canadian, I ask that the Comission (the Directors of Industry) reject this bid as it is a threat to Canadian sovereignty."

-- Blair Lister #209 - 20 E12th Vancouver, B.C.

604.771.9779

From: EXIT [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: dont sell my gas

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I want our natural resources controlled here in British Columbia,and not in any another country ! PERIOD . Bob S. Braden 313-8655 Jones Road Richmond BC V6Y 3V7

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From: Bob Braden [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:33 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Tersen in BC

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I am writing about my concerns over the proposed sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan of Texas.

My first concern would be the relinquish of control over BC's natural resources. We have all heard about the excessive consumption of these type of natural resources in the United States and it is disconcerting that someone in Houston can make a decision on issues that, in many cases, will effect the environment in this province. They are not the ones who will live with the consequences. Why would they care about what anybody in this province thinks when they have a captive market that they know cannot go elsewhere. The sale of Terasen to outside interests will leave every individual in this province hostage to an entity whose primary interest is to take control of a vast amount of natural resources. THE PROFITS WILL NOT BE PUT BACK INTO BC! You have to know this, regardless of any denials.

My second concern is the eventual cost to me if this sale takes place and the "furor" has died down. Once everyone has forgotten about who owns Terasen (and as typical Canadians, many will) the cost to use our own natural resources will be more expensive than someone in Texas. They will have to compete with others while we have no choice as to our source of energy. I'm sure they have advised it will not happen but the history of promises and truthfullness of individuals from Texas has been well documented over the last 5 years. All you need to do is watch CNN every night. They lie, they cheat and they are so very concerned about how thick the lining is in their pockets.

In conclusion, please don't forget about the vast amount of untapped natural resources that have been discovered fairly recently in BC. Why relinquish control over that. Why allow foreign concerns, who have been very open about their contempt of others rights, take control of what will be the future of all the children in this province. You must know that they won't care about any concerns, the future and/or the environment in BC.

Vancouver has been voted the most livable city in the world for a reason. Part of it is because of the natural beauty of the province and the sale of our natural resources will be contributing factors in the downfall of that. WE DO NOT WANT TO BECOME A SUBURB OF TEXAS

PLEASE, DO NOT BECOME A FULL CHAPTER IN OUR HISTORY BOOKS AS TO WHY WE NO LONGER HAVE CONTROL OVER OUR OWN ENVIRONMENT, ECONOMY OR THE ABILITY TO MANAGE OUR OWN NATURAL RESOURCES!!!!!!

Thank you Bobby O'Kane

From: Bobby O'Kane [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:56 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: TERASEN GAS

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It is absolutely absurd to be giving over control of companies like Terasen to foreign interests! PLEASE STOP THIS. Brad Lambert 604-536-3284

From: Brad Lambert [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:58 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Terasen In British Columbia

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My Specific Concern: Have you forgotten that this is Canada? We are not an extension of the US AND our resources are OUR RESOURCES. How can you even consider such a sale? Start thinking about how to make Canada a stronger economic country rather than padding the pockets of our neighbour. Brenda Christensen

Brenda Christensen 7908 Loyola Crescent Prince George, British Columbia V2N 3V4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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brett millard box 445 jasper, ab T0E 1E0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:11 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: eNorthernBC: A postcard from a concerned BC citizen re: Sale of Terasen Gas

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I can,t believe how stupid and short sited it would be to allow the sale of this company to an American gas company. Do we not want any public utilities for the future of our children. I cannot and will never agree to any sale like that. Yours Sincerely Brian Harvey Cranbrook, BC

From: Harvey, Brian [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: the sale of Taresen Gas

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BCUC Secretary; I am against the sale of Terasen Gas. This is a BC utility and should remain owned in BC and at least be owned by a Canadian company. Terasen should definitely not be sold to any foreign company. Respectfully; Brian McLaurin 23 - 16920 80th Ave Surrey, B.C., V4N 5A1 604-576-4408

From: Brian and Carroll [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:04 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: TERASEN GAS SALE

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We strongly object to the takeover of Terasen Gas by a Texas company. Terasen has to remain owned and operated fhere in B.c., British Columbians have the right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled in Canada, not in the U.S. We were horrified to hear that such a move is even being considered, please don't strip us of our pride of living in the greatest place in the world, with rich resources owned and operated by canadians. Respectfully, Bruce and Diane Mould 10033 Llanberis Way Rosedale, B.C.

From: Bruce and Diane [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:52 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas takeover

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BC gas is a natural resource of the province and must be owned and operated by BC. Surely we as Canadians are capable of running a corporation as well as our American neighbours. Bruce and Pat Cowley

From: Bruce and Pat [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:22 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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B. C. Utilities Commission Secretary: I protest the sale of Terasen to a Texas based corporation. It smacks of the old colonial mentality of throwing away our economic future for short term gain. It seemingly has legitimacy under the name of globalization but it is short-sightedness under another name. Please stop this sale. Bruce M. Watson 208-1949 Beach Ave. Vancouver, B. C. V6G 1Z2

From: bruce watson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:19 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: sale of Terasen

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I do not support the sale of Terasen Gas to a non-Canada company. Bruce Penich

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From: bruce p [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:57 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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I strongly object to the sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan. Why is this company, which was previously owned Public Utility, which was sold without the consent or support of the BC public, as no one was aware that it was even up for sale. Bryan Boyda

From: Bryan Boyda [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:53 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan

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Please accept my apology for not being aware of the mechanics of buying and selling on the stock market or how the commission can interfere with a bid on a private company but it seems absurd that the government has sold what was a publicly owned gas company (BC gas)in the first place,to a privately owned company knowing full well that the Americans need all the gas and electricity they can get and have the money to obtain it. I do not think people are aware of the population increase in the world and the pressures that are going to be put on natural resources. The Americans will surely make decisions about the gas distribution and pricing of the company according to their own wants and needs. A case in point is the soft wood lumber industry. I lived and worked in the states in the electronic industry in the sixties and the Americans were not the protectionists they are today but their jobs have dwindled through automation and cheap foreign labour. I would like to see a domestic price rate set for gas differing from the international rate as the BC Hydro rates are set for electricity. We have diffrent values than the Americans and I would like to see our resources controled by Canadians. Thank you very much for your time.

From: ckahl [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:42 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas bid

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Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing in order to express my concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve.

Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing loss of control over the country's energy resources and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the implementation of the proportional sharing provision, most of Canada’s energy decisions have resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our resources.

This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of the power to influence future energy decisions in the province. It will also reinforce the view that Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their own land. I have no confidence that American industrialists will care one iota for the future energy needs of Canadians if they can make a larger profit by diverting Canadian sourced petroleum products to US markets.

I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to ratify it until such time as an exhaustive evaluation of Canada’s energy situation is completed and provincial – and national – energy strategies are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration is keen to highlight, control of energy resources will be the struggle of the future. And as they have demonstrated many times, Americans play the game to win and are not above changing the rules to suit their own purposes. Free trade with the US only works if the Americans get their own way. Canada needs to start preparing for this struggle and defending infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian public.

Sincerely, C. Richard Webb, PEng.

From: Dick Webb [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:53 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan

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I am writing to express my deep and complete opposition to the sale of Terasen gas to foreign interests. It is extremely short sighted and down right wrong to do so. The ownership of this public resource belongs with the public. Stop the sale now. Truly and Emphatically, Calvin Cairns

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:16 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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Dear Sir/Madam/Ms; Please register my strong objection to the proposed sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan. We simply must retain Canadian control over vital energy resources. There is ample evidence of the insatiable hunger for energy in the United States and handing over Terasen has the potential for handing over resources that must be governed in the best interest of Canadians, not Americans. It would be naive in the extreme to assume that Kinder Morgan would put Canadian interests ahead of US ones when the chips are down. So much of our province and country is controlled by outside interests, we must make a stand somewhere and energy resources must be that place. Please stop this takeover. Thank you. Captain James K. Steele CD MNI James Steele Consulting Tel /Fax (250) 592-6188 Cel (250) 661-3099 email:[email protected]

From: James Steele [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:31 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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From: Carol Johnson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:38 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: KEEP IT IN BC, NOT TEXAS!

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I do not want Terasen Gas sold to a U.S. company! I want it to remain owned and operated here in B.C.. Cathie Baskett Osoyoos, B.C.

From: Cathie Baskett [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:40 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: re sale of Terasen gas

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TO: ROBERT HOBBS, CHAIR, B.C. UTILITIES COMMISSION & ROBERT WHITEHEAD, TEMPORARY COMMISSIONER, B.C.U.C.

This is ridiculous- what are we, the 51st state? Why is OUR gas company being sold to an American mega-corporation? Why are BC citizens not getting a say in this? Our province is being sold off piecemeal- this is outrageous!

Why should the profits from BC gas go to American shareholders?

Most importantly, why are there no public hearings?

This is NOT in the best interests of BC voters. If this doesn't warrant full oral public hearings, then what on earth does?

I hope you will reconsider your decision, and allow the people of BC to have their say.

From: Chanika [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:36 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: OfficeofthePremier, Office PREM:EXSubject: ORAL PUBLIC HEARINGS ON SALE OF TERASEN GAS

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Dear Sirs and Madams;

I am totally against the Terasen (Gas) and Kinder Morgan Transaction.

Any government that supports this transaction and the loss of control of one of British Columbia’s limited natural resources will face the wrath and scorn of every loyal and patriotic British Columbian and Canadian voter at the polls for decades to come. Do you want to be known for selling off British Columbian’s and Canada’s natural resources and betraying its citizens and its future generations? Is this the legacy that you want to leave your children and your children’s children?

You are custodians of British Columbia’s and Canada’s natural resources for the benefit of both the citizens of today and, more importantly, for future generations. When your grandchildren ask you, “What did you do to protect the ownership and maintain control of our natural resources for future generations of British Columbia and Canada?”, or, “How did you vote on the Terasen and Kinder Morgan Transaction?”, I hope that you will not have to lie to your grandchildren to cover your shame? I hope that you will have the fortitude and the pride to say, “BC and Canada First”.

Please say NO to the Terasen (GAS) and Kinder Morgan Transaction.

Sincerely,

Charles Buholzer, Entrepreneur

#604 – 200 Newport Drive,

Port Moody, B.C.

From: Chuck Buholzer [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:04 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Please say NO to the Terasen (GAS) and Kinder Morgan (U.S.)Transaction

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I am very concerned about ownership of Terasen Gas going to American interests. I believe if a crunch comes for natural gas and Terasen is American owned we will probably get the short end of the stick. Please keep our resources Canadian owned or we will be very sorry down the road. Thank you, Charles Hill, Penticton B.C.

From: Charlie Hill [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:11 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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To the B.C. Utilities Commission and to the Investment Revenues Division: Dear Sirs/ Mesdames I am one of those people born and bred in British Columbia who was completely unaware when BCHydo hived off its natural gas division and sold it. If I had been aware, I would have written in protest at that point. I was also unaware when the rules were changed, to allow shares of the now-called Terasen to be sold outside Canada. I care about the well-being of B.C. and of Canada. I am a reasonably intelligent, well-educated person. I even - as an analogy - subscribe to Christian Wolmar's newsletter which keeps me up-to-date about the state of the British Railway system since it has been privatized. In the short term, a government which sells off assets to a private company does gain money for its "single bottom-line." In the long run, privatization of essential public services always turns out to have been at the expense of that country's citizens. I am not against privatization of non-essential public services but I am against government contribution of taxes to a private company to run a public service "at a profit". I'm not against privatization of gambling, nor against privatization of alcohol distribution, of athletic arenas, of athletic teams, of convention centres, of private schools (without public funding), of anything in fact at which the private sector can make a profit without using taxes* to do it. But, privatization of necessary public services - heat and light utilities, public transportation, roads, road building, road maintenance, education, health (including hospital cleaning and maintenance), safety regulations, country-wide communication (TV, radio, railway, airline, road, ferries, bridges), firefighters, police, judges, corrections, security, military, international diplomacy, for example - should not be run "for profit" at the expense of its citizens - its workers, its consumers. The whole point of government, I thought, was to ensure its citizens - who elect it - are all treated fairly and whose children are provided with similar services from pre-birth through to post-secondary; whose disabled are provided with services which include them as citizens; whose seniors are provided with services to help them live in dignity; whose ill are provided with similar services from birth through to death; whose poor are assisted to leave poverty with dignity. And that government taxes do not go to assist people who send their children to private schools etc etc etc. Government steps in when private companies cannot and should not make a profit. I thought. The whole point of private corporations is to make money, I thought. Nice if they can do it by taking into account the "triple bottom line" but rare. Our government is not acting in its citizen's best interests if our government lets shareholders from outside Canada buy into essential natural resources, necessary for our citizen's daily lives. I realize now that Terasen was quietly privatized just about the time advertisements and newspaper and magazine articles began urging us all to convert our heating to natural gas because it was "cheaper and cleaner." And we did convert. All unknowingly to make the new company more attractive to shareholders. What a betrayal. Please return Terasen to British Columbians. Thank you. *I do not object to our governments assisting companies with research and development; or with finding new markets around the world; or with giving a boost to innovative companies who would not otherwise be able to compete at first; or with matching other countries' incentives to their citizens...I do not object to our governments standing up for its citizens. I expect it. Charlotte Inglis Gottschau 1023 McLean Drive

From: Charlotte Gottschau [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:48 PMTo: [email protected]; Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: Libby DaviesSubject: Terasen or not

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My Specific Concern: The U.S. has always abused their resources. I do not want them to have free access to our to abuse as well.

Charmaine H. #1300 - 777 Dunsmuir Street Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: Wouldn't it be nice if people thought more than a few years ahead and planned for future generations not just for short term gains?

Chris Braden 1539 Broadmoor Ave. Mississauga, ON L5G 3T7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Please consider the impact of allowing a foreign company to control a energy company in BC or Canada for that matter. Certain services are basic necessities such as energy, health care, and education. Allowing foreign companies to own and control a necessary service is allowing them to control and exploit the demand and service or product to there own needs before the citizens of the community. Please do not allow this to happen.

Chris Cameron

From: Dana & Chris [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:05 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Takeover by Texas-based Kinder Morgan

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Please keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country.

Chris McGill, a concerned citizen.

From: Martin McGill [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:17 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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Dear Secretary, We are disturbed to hear that it has been proposed that Terasen is to be taken over by Kinder Morgan , a US corporation. We fail to see how this would benefit BC or Canada. Surely the company would be run in US interests and profits would be used to further Kinder Morgan's wider interests. We want Terasen to remain a BC company and to be operated in the best interests of BC and Canada. Vital national interests are at stake here. We doubt that any similar proposal for a foreign company to take over a US energy company would be approved. You might recall that the US Congress blocked a takeover bid by a Chinese oil company,CNOOC Ltd of California -based UNocal Corp. We hope that the proposed takeover bid will be firmly rejected. Yours respectfully, Christine and Eric Greenwood

From: ericgreenwood [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:16 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen

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Dear Sir / Madam,

This note is regarding the application submitted by Kinder Morgan to the BC Utilities Commission to purchase the rights to Terasen.

I DO NOT, in any way, support the sale of OUR gas company, owned here and run by hundreds of British Columbians, to an American corporation in Texas.

I want the BCUC to protect British Columbians' right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, and NOT in another country.

Enough of this insanity! Terasen in OUR gas company and it's NOT for sale!!

I stand counted in my out right rejection of the Kinder Morgan intention.

Sincerely,

Christine Callihoo Vancouver, BC V5N 2A9

From: CHRISTINE CALLIHOO [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:03 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: KEEP IT IN BC, NOT TEXAS!

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As a voter and as a Canadian I was very unhappy to see the articles in the newspaper when the topic of selling Terasen Gas. To this day I am still appalled. I do not wish to see Terasen Gas sold, and I can speak for my friends as well. Claire Preston

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From: C Preston [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:12 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Gentlemen Please I ask you not to allow a takeover of our Gas Company. We want to control the destiny of of our natural resources and not by any others than British Columbians. Do not let a takeover by foreign intrests happen Claus Grewsmuehl

From: Hanne Grewsmuehl [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:22 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas Company

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Dear fellow citizen, I am very concerned about the sale of the Tersasen Gas co. formerly BC gas. It really should still be called BC gas because that is essentially what it is. (at least for the time being) I believe that it is a very bad, short-sighted idea to sell the company to foreigners who clearly don't care about the health and welfare of British Columbians. Perhaps I am wrong and I am listening. I would be interested to know how this sale does benefit British Columbians and Canadians in the long-term? Until I can be convinced otherwise I will be very opposed to such a sale and its my democratic right to let you know and your democratic responsibility to listen and do something about it. Yours Truly Colin Hamm [email protected]

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From: Colin Hamm [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:09 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen gas sale

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To Whom it May Concern Terasen should stay here in BC. Do not let another Canadian owned and operated business to be owned by greedy Texans. Keep our gas local. - Sincerely, Conor Brandt

From: conor brandt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:46 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen should stay here in BC

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My Specific Concern: Natural gas is a finite and diminishing resource. Canada must protect the gas supplies it has for future generations as well as the present. There is more at stake here than profit for a corporation.

Conor Reynolds - University of British Columbia 3096 West 2nd Ave Vancouver, BC V6K 1K4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Keep what belongs in BC in BC. That is Terasen.

Why do we need to sell Terasen? Are we that desperate for money that we need to sell off our natural resources? Though the government said we were in an excellent fincanial position now.

Is it that you can'nt find the right people to run Terasen? Because BC has many talent and capable people to employ who we are sure could run this company at a profit for you - just ask BC's people.

Exactly what is your reasoning for this sell off?

Craig and Frances Hamilton

From: hamilton [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:03 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen sell off

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Hello. To whom it may concern. I do not believe that our Canadian gas company (Terasen) should be sold to a company from Texas. We are giving up far to many of our resources just to make a profit. We are and always be a strong country as long as we can hold on to our main assets, natural resources. The US is a very powerful country and may one day just walk in and take everything, however until that day we should keep our resources under our control. Even with the regulations placed upon the purchasing company, they will find away around them (look at free trade). Thank you, Craig Elliott (BC)


From: Craig Elliott [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:55 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: Please do not sell Terasen Gas to an American owner.

Craig W. Norton 118 McDermid Drive Prince George, B.C. V2M 4T6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: I am strongly opposed to the sale of Terasen to a any non-Canadian company. The continued sell-off of British Columbia's natural resources to companies outside of Canada is sheer stupidity on the part of the Liberal government and should be stopped now! Curtis

Curtis R. Curtis 2727 West 15th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6K 2T5 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: Quit selling off our province!!!!! The people of BC deserve to have control over our resources.

D. & K. Ruel 4911 Bruce Street Port Alberni , British Columbia V9Y 1G7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Sir,

I simply cannot believe that your Commission will permit the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan of Houston, Texas.

History has proved that the USA will only comply with agreements so long as they are in the best interests of the USA. They are major consumers of all commodities with no regard to conservation and frankly do not give a damn how they obtain those commodities.

The Natural Gas available in BC is a major resource that must be managed with the interests of BC and Canada being the first consideration.

Despite all promises made at this time by Kinder Morgan, there is no doubt that a considerable quantity of our Natural Gas will be siphoned off to satisfy the needs of the USA.

Several years ago a question was asked in the New Mexico Legislature as to when the government would take action to ensure that they obtained their `god given’ water from the those stupid Canadians and why have they not already sent the Corp of Engineers to survey for a damn in the northern Rockies! Just wait till we try to control their consumption of Natural Gas and Gasoline!!!!

Dan.K. Brown

Port Moody, BC

From: Dan K. Brown [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:14 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas.

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October 7, 2005 B.C. UTILITIES COMMISSION SECRETARY [email protected] As a Citizen of B.C. I wish to Protest with all my voice and feelings the possible sale of Terasen to anyone. Let alone and American Company. What are the leaders of our Government thinking of??? Terasen is the property of every person living in British Columbia. At the very least there should be a public vote on this proposal. We must protect this resource for the generations to come. Were the people consulted on the recent legislative changes? A loud and resounding NO!! Protect our ability to access Natural Gas at a reasonable cost. Also protect the current and future job opportunities for The people of this Great Province. If we keep giving away our Provincial Heritage we will soon be know at the Mexico of the North. I believe that if this is not stopped, the Americans will use our public profits to build an American pipeline from the Tar Sands for the American people's sole use. We will be left out of the equation. Our neighbor to the south is in a very precarious position financially. They are looking for any way to build up their financial resources. At this time they are faced with near bankruptcy!!! The Gulf War the terrible losses from the recent natural disasters that have befallen their East Coast have pushed them into that position. Their reaction to the softwood lumber dispute is a perfect example. They flaunt the very treaty they agreed to (Free Trade??? is not free). I beseech you to put a stop to this travesty, to save the heritage for the future generations of British Columbians. CC: Director of Investments [email protected] Daphne Langis #33 – 1884 Heath Road, Agassiz, B.C. 1-604-2445



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My Specific Concern: i'm against the sale of tersan gas. keep it canadian

darlene karst 4774 redonda ave powell river, bc V8A 5C9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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>> October 07, 2005 >> >> BC Utilities Commission Secretary >> Box 250 - 6th Flr. >> 900 Howe St. >> Vancouver, BC V6Z 2N3 >> Fax: (604) 660-1102 Email: [email protected] >> Toll Free 1 800 663-1385 >> >> RE: STOP SALE OF TERASEN GAS, BC RESOURCES >> >> >> I want to say that I am totally against (not for), the sale of Terasen >> Gas >> and want to stop the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a Houston >> Texas >> based organization or to any corporation that would take the control of >> BC >> gas away from BC residents. It is scandalous to even be considering the >> sale >> of Terasen Gas to a corporation outside of BC. Allowing the sale will >> deprive BC residents of fair pricing of a resource that is BC based. >> >> Any official who would allow the sale of BC resources or the control of >> it >> to outside entities is a traitor to the position that has been entrusted >> to >> them. It should be a crime with penalties to those who would sell these >> resources. These resources need to be held in trust for BC residents both >> present and future. >> >> Sincerely yours,

Dave Harder >> >> >> >> >> >> CC: Director of Investments, Investment Review Division, Industry Canada >> CD Howe Building, 235 Queen St., Rm 301B E. Tower Ottawa Ont. >> K1A 0H5 Fax: (613) 996-2515 Email: [email protected]

From: Dave [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:42 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Fw: Stop Sale of Terasen Gas, BC Resources

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Hello,

I would like to express my concern about the possible sale of Terasen to a Texas firm. Beyond the general concerns about control of profits leaving the region and losing control of our energy sources in such a volitile market, I would like to put my two cents in about the future of energy in our province and country. This is not to diminish the gravity of the main concerns but to add that the situation is not even as simple as that.

Surrendering our energy companies to the will of large Texas firms will lead to slowing of progress toward renewable alternatives. We are far enough behind as it is but it is well documented that the market and companies south of our borders are heavily influenced by the old guard of energy companies who say they are reinventing themselves but are continuing to wreak havoc on our environment. A nation's energy should not be subcontracted to individuals and corporations who's motives and influences are their own. At what point do we stand our ground and commit to sustainability and become leaders in a global market rather than subjects?!

Please, exercise whatever power you might have in this situation and do not allow a travesty such as this to take place.

Thank you for your time and attention.

Sincerely, David Christopher Concerned citizen and BC Resident

From: DAVID CHRISTOPHER [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:59 PMTo: [email protected]; Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen takeover

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Dear Sirs, I cannot express strongly enough my objection to the sale of Terasen to foreign interests. This is an absolutely terrible and devastating plan and on behalf of all British Columbians, I implore you to intervene. Natural Gas is a British Columbia public resource, was under control of a Public Utility and then privatised to a Canadian company. Although it may be advantageous for Terasen shareholders, it is absolutely short-sighted and tragic for British Columbians. It is OUR ENERGY, OUR FUTURE investments and our security. We must maintain control of this resource for our generations to come. To allow sale to foreign investment and control is a travesty of disastrous proportions. I implore the commission to act in the interests of British Columbia, sincerely David Fairholm

From: David Fairholm [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:39 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: sale of terasen

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My Specific Concern: I believe a primary goal for each level of government is to keep money circulating within its own economic influence for as long as possible. Senior levels of government must realize that they are breaching a trust when they let major elements of the economy, such as Terasen, slip out of their control into the hands of outsiders. When that happens, money is free to spin away from our economy and circulate elsewhere. I, for one, am very much opposed to any loss of Canadian sovereignty over Terasen. I do not see how this could possibly be seen as beneficial to British Columbians.

David Jones 16231 14 Ave Surrey, BC V4A 1H1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dear Sir, Tersasen is our gas company, owned here and run by hundreds of British Columbians. Why are we selling it to Americans? We want to protect British Columbians' right to keep our valuable naturual resources controlled here, not in another country! We are against the sale of Terasen to the Americans. David, Elise, Oliver Ou Tim

From: Elise and David Ou Tim [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:25 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Why is the Government so eager to sell or natural recourses to the States. I object.

Their rich enough, they don't need

anymore of Canada. They just

turn around and sell it back

to us at a higher price,

you know the game.

Does it sound like the board game called Monopoly.

From: Dean H. Jagger [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:12 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Why are you...

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Please keep Terasen gas in BC. It's our resources and our jobs. The States just want to rob us blind for a bunch of pathetic out of country shareholders that buy nothing in BC. Please wake up to the sell out of BC. Dean Hodgson New Westminster BC [email protected]

From: dean & jo-ann hodgson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:08 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing in order to share my deepest concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve.

Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing loss of control over the country’s energy resources and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the implementation of the proportional sharing provision, most of Canada’s energy decisions have resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our resources.

This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of the power to influence future energy decisions in the province. It will also reinforce the view that Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their own land.

I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to ratify it until such time as an exhaustive evaluation of Canada’s energy situation is completed and provincial – and national – energy strategies are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration is keen to highlight, control of energy resources will be the struggle of the future. Canada needs to start preparing for this struggle and defending infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian public.

Sincerely,

Regards,

Debbie Beaulne, Group Account Manager Dehoney and Associates (604) 684-2300

From: Debbie Beaulne [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: YOU MUST LISTEN!!!!

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I am writing in response to the Terasen Gas controversy. Our Gas is owned by all of us Canadian Citizens. This is a Canadian product. What are you thinking? Why would a potential decision to move our commodity to United States (Texas) even be considered??? We have to keep our natural resources controlled here in our country, not in another country. Signed, A Concerned Canadian Taxpayer.

From: Debbie Cowan [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Will we sell ourselves completely to the United States? What happens to Canadian independence? We have already sold too much of our country to the greedy Americans. Please block the sale of Terasen to American interests.

DG -- ********************************* Denise Goodkey Vancouver, B.C. (604 ) 324 6581

It's never too late to be what you might have been - George Eliot

From: Denise Goodkey [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Terasen in BC PLEASE!!

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I don't usually respond to these kind of political campaigns, and I don't know if this will be effective, but I feel so passionate about this issue that I must write! My Grandfather was a Minister of Lands and Forests and I have a strong connection to British Columbia and Canada. The MOST IMPORTANT asset for Canada in the future is our NATURAL RESOURCES of water and power. NOTHING, absolutely NOTHING should be done that would IN ANY WAY compromise our strong public control of these resources. Even small changes which shift the power away from the public control is dangerous... it is a slippery slope. I will do EVERYTHING within my power to insure the safety of these resources and institutions. Is there anybody in government anymore who has the intellectual capacity and courage to THINK LONG TERM? For God's sake, think beyond NEXT YEAR. We are at a time in history when Canada has the opportunity to learn from her neighbour in the south and NOT MAKE THE SAME MYSTAKES.

Denise Kenney

From: kenney [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:42 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: BC Hydro

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My Specific Concern: Keep energy in Canadian control

Dennis Bryant - Greater Toronto Homebuilders Association 703 - 680 Queens Quay W Toronto, ON M5V 2Y9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: If we loose this natural resource we will be paying the Americans through the nose for our own natural resources. It is the Americans who should be paying the BC taxpayers for our natural gas. At this rate BC will be the 52nd state in no time at all.

Dennis Morrison - Financial Planning 802 4657 Hazel Street Burnaby, BC V5H 4R2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Keep Tersan Canadian

From: derek barry [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:45 AMTo: [email protected]; Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: TERSAN

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I, Dewey Liew, would like to voice my opposition of the sale of Teresen Gas to Texas-based Kinder Morgan. As a Canadian, I ask that the BC Utilities Commission and the federal Investment Canada reject this bid in order to protect British Columbians' right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country.

Thank you.

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From: Dewey Liew [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:25 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: i oppose the sale of Terasen to Texas-based Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: stop the sale of bc gas!!!!!!!

diane girard 1094 douglas street prince george, b c v2m 2m9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Diane Merriam Surrey Campus Bookstore Supervisor 604-599-2433 604-599-2353

From: Diane Merriam [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: KEEP IT IN BC!

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To: BC Untilities Commission Secretary

From: Dianne Borthwick, Vancouver, B.C.

I am appalled at the thought of selling our BC owned gas company, Terasen, to Texas. It is my strong belief that we should be protecting our valuable natural resources and keeping them under our own control.

Please reject the proposed takeover bid.

From: Dianne [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:43 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing in order to share my deepest concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve. Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing loss of control over the country’s energy resources and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the implementation of the proportional sharing provision, most of Canada’s energy decisions have resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our resources.

This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of the power to influence future energy decisions in the province. It will also reinforce the view that Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their own land. I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to ratify it until such time as an exhaustive evaluation of Canada’s energy situation is completed and provincial – and national – energy strategies are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration is keen to highlight, control of energy resources will be the struggle of the future. Canada needs to start preparing for this struggle and defending infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian public.

Sincerely,

Dianne Damer

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:08 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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Keep Terasen Gas a Canadian company, please.

Dion D. Doepker, E.I.T. Project Manager, Land Development

City of Surrey Engineering Department [email protected]

From: Doepker, Dion [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:59 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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I am strongly against having our natural resources owned by foreign companies. We need to maintain control over all of our natural resources, for the sake of our children's future and possibly for the sake of remaining a sovereign nation in the future. If push comes to shove, we don't have a military, but have a strong bargaining chip in our natural resources.

We have the talent and knowledge to either make sure they remain Canadian owned or to publicly run them ourselves. We're intelligent, we can make this happen, let's not be complacent.

I am especially against Terasen being owned by an American company, I don't trust them, they've too often proven themselves to be unethical in business.

Thank you,

Dixie Dumonceaux

From: Dixie Dumonceaux [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:19 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen: Keep it in BC

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Dear Sirs: When will the political spirit in this country allow us to grow up and be masters of our own natural resources? At an earlier time it was understandable to seek off shore investments to expand our living standards and natural infastructure, but we are now grown up. Any political party that builds a fund to buy back Canada will get my vote and I dare say of the majority of Canadians. Enoughs enough. Yours very truly D.W.Wills, Harrison Hot Springs B.C.

From: donald wills [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:23 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: natural gas

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Dear Madam/Sir, I write to you regarding the proposed sale of Terasen to a U.S. corportation.

If we hand over our resources to foreign interests, we will surely lose control of them, and most likely also lose jobs. Both are very important to the welfare of our province and its citizens.

I urge the BC Utilities Commission to reject the proposed bid of Kinder Morgan of Houston, Texas to take over B.C's company, Terasen.

Sincerely, Donelda Parker 4726 West 7th Avenue Vancouver BC V6T 1C6

From: Donelda Parker [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:54 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Who owns this country? Will it be Canadians or the country who owns the land and controls the resources? How about keeping Canada in Canada and letting Canadians decide their own fate rather than letting outside interests decide our futures. Please stop selling Canadian interests to other countries! Concerned Canadian Citizens, Donna Jones & Frances Henry

From: Donna Henry [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:00 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen: Keep it in BC, not Texas!

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Yes the control of Terasen should be kept in BC and not go across to the states. Our railway has been sold and now under the control of CN, an American firm, is that not enough??. Thankyou Doreen and Earl Phelps, Mission B.C.

From: Doreen Phelps [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:58 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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To Whom It May Concern: I take strong exception to Terasen Gas being sold to Americans. Canadians will lose employment with this sale. Selling off Canadian resources is beyond stupid and the Commission should turn it down without hesitation. Sincerely, Douglas F. Hockley 7320 Beau Road, Sechelt, British Columbia V0N3A8

From: Doug Hockley [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:05 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Selling Canadian Taxpayer Resources

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My Specific Concern: Why would we want to sell a Company in times where their assets are going to be more valuable as time goes on.

Doug Murdoch - Pacific Canadian Ginseng Ltd. Box 20 Walhachin, B.C, V0K 2P0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Sirs; We wish it to be known that we are very much against the Kinder Morgan take over of our Terasen Gas Company--We want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in B.C. --not in Texas-- We feel we have the right as British Columbians-to object to this sell out and hopefully, you have the right to stop it. Yours sincerely, Douglas & Barbara Mansell, 3568 West 37th Ave, Vancouver, B.C.

From: doug mansell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:00 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Re;Terasen

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Terasen is our gas company & we want Terasen to remain owned & operated here in B.C., not in Texas. Please protect British Columbian's right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country! Sincerely, Douglas & Ruth Jones 4589 Lakeside Rd Penticton, B.C. V2A8W4

From: Ruth Jones [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:15 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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I wish to express my deep concern in the sale of Terasen to a American Company. My Grandparents - Parents Worked very hard to make this Province a proud part of this Country and I'm sure are turning in their graves at the sale of yet another part of our country to the Americans. I totally disagree with the sale If I wanted the Americans to own us I would move there. This Government doesn't have the guts to even collect the unpaid bill for Hydro and yet are will to give control of yet another Utility to the Americans. It is time for Canadians to stand up and be recognized keep what is ours and give respect to our parents hard work and legacy they left us. Sincerely Douglas G. Bowering

From: douglas bowering [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:03 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen Giveaway

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I am against the sale of Terasen to the American firm. Please do not sell.

From: Douglas Johnstone [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:54 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: I

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Dear Sirs, One assumes that Canadian interests would be foremost in the minds of those who are guardians of said assets. To sell Terasen to Kinder Morgan is criminal. The selling off of our natural resources to a corporation in Texas would be laugable if proposed as a worst case, paranoid scenario. The fact that this is happening brings a nightmarish quality to the governance of our Province.

We are outraged that this could be considered and that it will probably happen under the 'Liberal' government of B.C.

Shame.

Dr. A.K. and Ms. M. Mackworth 4433 West 9th Ave. Vancouver, B.C.

From: Marian & Alan Mackworth [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:53 PMTo: "Commission . Secretary"@bcuc.comCc:Subject: Canadian assets for Canadians

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Please add my name to the long list of British Columbians who oppose the sale of Terasen to interests outside the province (in Texas, I believe). Our utilities should remain in public / government hands, the property of the people of BC. Dr Gillian Thompson 2727 Asquith Street Victoria, BC V8R 3Y6

From: Gillian Thompson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:25 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: don't sell Terasen

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Tell the BCUC you want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in BC, not Texas. or you can phone toll free 1 800 663 1385 by October 14th, 2005

From: Dr. Rigler [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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We strongly object to the sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan . We wish Terasen to remain here in BC and not in Texas.

From: Ed and Arlene [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:40 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Gas Company

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Please do not allow this take over. The B.C government has already given away to much of the province .Terasen should remain in Canadians hands, or we will all be paying more for our gas, based on what the American market is?? E & M Field

From: Ed & Maureen Field [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:33 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: please no take over

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I am totally against the sale of Terasen to the Americans.When we sell companies to the Americans we are selling our sovereignty,control of our resources,our childrens birth right,our jobs and much more.In short we are selling our country.No amount of money can justify this callous disregard for Canada and its people.Also, we live in the second coldest country in the world.Natural gas production and distribution is an essential service.It is fundamentally wrong to have our essential services owned and controlled by foreigners.The sale of West Coast Transmission was VERY wrong.We desperately need a cap on foreign ownership,much less than fifty per cent,of any Canadian company and it needs to be done very soon or we will lose everything.If indeed it must be sold and there are no Canadian buyers Terasen should become a public entity belonging to the people of B.C. Ed Pitt 1300-92 Ave. Dawson Creek,B.C. V1G 1C3 250-782-4474

From: ed pitt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:43 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: The proposed sale of Terasen Gas

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Dear Utilities Commission

I very concerned about the selling of Terasen Gas to an American company. The reason for this concern is this company was built with BC tax dollars and ownership should remain in in province. It is hard to know what kind of commitment an American would have in maintaining this infrastructure to insure British Columbians recieve the best value for natural gas. I would not object to the sale of this if this company if it did not have a huge monoploy as it currently has. Even major telecommunication companys like Rogers, TELUS, Bell etc.. are required to majority Canadian ownership to insure Canadians will have a decent telecommunication system. Terasen remaining a BC company will help insure a majority of British Columbians have access to natural gas at affordable rates. American companys are only interested obtaining maximum profitbility at the expense of others. This company is not struggling and does not need to be bailed out with outside help to keep it on its feet. If the BC utility commission allows this sale to go through then it has failed to protect the interest of Britsh Columbians whose tax dollars pays its salary.

Sincerely

Edward Bolecz

From: Ed Bolecz [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:12 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: Provincial premier, Gordon Campbell's attempt to download government costs to the private sector by selling BC Hydro and now Terasen Gas is "clearly" resulting in the wholesale loss and disbursement of current and future BC assets; and contol of them. The mistake of selling Terasen will become readily apparent as the cost of natural gas increases. This sale exemplifies short term political vision at the expense of the long term loss of provincial sovereignty.

Edward G. Davis - BC Transit 13417 Amblewood Dr Surrey, BC V4A 6C6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Subject: Do Not Allow the Sale of Terasen Gas

B. C. Utilities Commission Secretary

The "Gas Industry" should very probably be a government monopoly to secure it from the americans. They are important neighbours BUT their needs are always greater than ours . If we haven't learned from the "Soft Wood Issue" then we deserve to be a second rate nation !

Keep the ownership of Terasen Gas within Canada (preferably B.C.). Do not let any other jurisdiction have more control over us than they already have!! Protect our natural energy resources from foreign control. B. C. first !

Edward H. Downing Burnaby B.C.

From: luriann downing [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:28 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Do Not Sell Terasen

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Dear Sir/ Madam,

Getting the news from Vancouver Sun made us very upset. We say NO to the takeover.

Everybody knows that natural gas is a very important strategic resource. Terasen is our own gas company. It belongs to Canada. Giving our own gas company to a US corporation is a terrible strategic mistake. It’s not just about money. It’s not just about bid. It’s about OUR Canada’s country benefit.

We can see very clearly how important are the natural resources to the United States. They have saved hundreds and millions of barrels cruel oil as strategic reserve. To control the important natural resources is the real reason behind the takeover. This is not a simple corporation takeover. If we look back at the softwood lumber dispute between US and Canada, we can always see that US government is always there behind the US companies. And so is this time. Unites States wants to control OUR Canadian’s resources. That’s the key.

We say NO because we don’t want another country to control the blood of our Canadian economy.

If you love Canada, please say NO.

Best Regards,

Edward

From: Edward [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:27 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: We love Canada. We say NO to the takeover.

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Terasen is our gas owned and run by hundreds of British Columbians. Please keep it that way. Thanks to legislative changes made by the BC liberal government, Terasen will soon be taken over by a US. corporation, Kinder Morgan headquartered in Houston, Texas. All British Columbians have a right to object to this sell-off and your commission (the BCUC ) has the right to stop it. To quote a former premier- Bill Vander Zalm. " If we keep moving things out of Province and keep headquartering someplace in the US. or elsewhere in Canada, we're not only going to lose taxes, we're going to lose jobs". Think about it before you act. DON"T SELL OUR NATURAL RESOURCES Eileen M. Proctor. Ph.D

From: james proctor [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:42 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: terasen gas

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To Whom it may concern, I would like to voice my opinion about Terasen being sold to Kinder Morgan. MY opinion is that we should try and keep control of as many of our natural resources as possible . I cannot see any benefit to our province or our country by giving up ownership of our important natural resources, such as Terasen Gas. Please keep it a Canadian owned company.

Thank you

Elaine Leonard

From: the leonards [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:57 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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It is vitally important that the B.C. government retain the ownership and operation of our gas company, Terasen, in the hands of British Columbians. The B.C. Liberals' philosophy/policy appears to be one focussed on outsourcing resources and services outside the province and worse outside the country. The cumulative result of this philosophy/policy is not only the loss of jobs and taxes but also control of our natural resources and profits that could be used to advance Canadians' interests rather than foreign ones. Elizabeth Johnson 302-803 Queens Avenue New Westminster, B.C. V3M 1L8 (604)527-0357

From: Elizabeth Johnson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: STOP THE SALE OF TERASEN GAS!

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I think it is horrible for Canadians to sell off their natural resources to the Americans. I think its important to keep them under Canadian ownership. Why not sell it to a Canadian Company.

Elizabeth Pedersen

From: Betty Pedersen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:32 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: re: BC GAS

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Terasen Gas is trying to sell to Kinder Morgan, a US Company. Consumers have until Oct 15 to register their disapproval of the sale. I would like to see Canadian Natural Resources controlled by Canadians, NOT Americans. Elizabeth Peeters

From: Elizabeth Peeters [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:42 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: opposition of sale of Terason Gas to an American company

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Natural resources should remain under the control of the province or country in which they are located; not by out-of-country individuals or companies who are only interested in profits. Control of Terasen should remain in BC.

From: ellen lewis [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:23 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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The sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan is short sited - British Columbia must protect its natural resources not exploit them to other countries -- we owe it to our children and grandchildren to protect what is rightfully theirs. please keep safe our jobs and our environment. Elva Stoelers 956 - 164A Street Surrey, BC V4A 8N1

From: Elva Stoelers [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:02 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: I am outraged at the proposed sale of Terasen Gas to the US Company Kinder Morgan. The dismantling of public, locally owned utilities is eroding the future of British Columbia. Please stop this sale.

Emilie Cameron 1203 Finlay Street White Rock, BC V4B 5H5 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: I find it very interesting that the Minister of Industry - David Emerson, sat on the board of directors for Terasen prior to his becoming minister. This is a serious conflict of interest.

Eric Arnold 4732 Blenheim St Vancovuer, BC V6L 3A6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: Do not sell.

Evelyn Zaklan 13278-84Ave. Surrey, B.C. V3W 3G9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: Ownership of the natural resources should remain with the people of the province. This principle should apply to ALL the resources of the province including water, energy and minerals. This is the only way we can retain sovereignty and control.

Eward Wilschek & Doreen M. Wilschek 202 - 4074 Gellatly Rd. Westbank, B.C. V4T 2S8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Do not allow Teraszn Gas to be sold south of the border. The Americans are having too much control of our resources as it is. In the first plaace BC Gas shouldn't have been sold to Terasan.

From: rdreamacres [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:06 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: stop sale of Terasan Gas

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My Specific Concern: We live with the pipe lines and the pollution, at least let us reap the rewards of financial gain and energy security. Please keep Terasen a BC Company.

Fern Munroe 7065 Prince Albert St. Vancouver, BC V5W 3E2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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I have resided in the province of BC for 59 years (I am currently 63) and am vehemently opposed to the proposed sale of Teresen to Kinder Morgan, or any other "for profit" entity that would usurp our control and ownership of a natural resource.

It is no different than the farmer who grew potatoes so successfully that he sold his whole crop to a large corporation who in turn retailed it back to the farmer's family at such a high price that his family couldn't afford to eat potatoes! Unless we retain control and ownership of our resources, we will find ourselves in the same position as the farmer. I may not be an economist or a whiz with international relations but I do know that unless we exercise control and stewardship over our resources, we will inevitably have no need for government (nothing to govern- everything controlled by the Corporation) which in turn eliminates the need for a variety of commissions to "oversee" activities, which in turn eliminates a host of jobs and leaves everyone unemployed!

If we retain ownership and control, profits remain within our domain thus supporting more expansion of our workforce and standard of living! I ask you to think in terms of what the long term needs are for the Province of BC and not the needs of large multi national corporations and the quick buck to be made from the sell-out!

Fran Marcotte

From: Fran Marcotte [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:03 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Proposed Sale of Terasen

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As a user of Terasen Gas, I object very much to the take over by Kinder Morgan. As a Canadian I try to buy as much Canadian produced articles as possible, this includes Terasen Gas. Recently I changed over to a another security system due to the fact that this company also was going to be headed by an U.S. company. But I do not know of a way to have natural gas into my house by a Canadian company. If so, I would change over in no time. Our province should keep control of the resources of this province, and taxes and profits should stay in BC and this province should benefit by it. Our province has the resources, let us use them ourselves and not sell out to U.S. companies. Maybe there is only looked at a profit at this time, but what happens in a couple of years, are the Americans going to reign our province also ? Frances Mettes Victoria B.C.

From: Frances Mettes [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:32 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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This makes no sense at all - why do we constantly give away our natural resources?????? People will lose jobs and we will once again lose a natural resource - I just don't get it. F. Page

From: Francine Page [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:12 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasan: Keep it in BC not Texas

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I am very tired of seeing more and more of our industries, resources, and companies being sold to foreign interests. Despite the colorful pamphlets in my gas bill envelope, I don't believe that Kinder Morgan will have the interest of British Columbians uppermost. I would like to see Terasen remain Canadian.

Frank Buonanno

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From: Frank Buonanno [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:52 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Selling of Terasen

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I feel the sale of Terasen is very shortsighted to say the least. Americans already control too many of our national resources, this is just one more step to their taking over completely

From: Frank Dorsey [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:30 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: re:sale of Terasen

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Can you believe what we are doing in this province of British Columbia, we are selling our souls to the US. When are we going to wake up? Why can't we keep our natural resource in B.C. hands. Please wake up and think Canadian. British Columbia needs to protect our resources, and we must keep control of our resources, we don't need to pass this on a Texas company. Our resources are for us first. Thanks for listening, I know that no body in Government really cares. Thanks for listening. Frank Hughes A proud Canadian and British Columbian

From: Frank Hughes [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:21 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Dear Sir/Madam

I strongly oppose the sale of Terasen Gas to a foreign company. I believe it is imperative we retain the control and ownership of our natural resources in our own country.

I am not only concerned with the loss of jobs, taxes and profits to a foreign country. I am also concerned with the possibility of foreign owners re-directing our natural resources outside the country, leaving Canadians with shortages and higher prices. And one needs only to consider the failure of the U.S. to abide by the NAFTA ruling on softwood lumber to know that, even if we have assurances our resources won't be directed elsewhere, we can't count on foreign interests to abide by any court ruling that attempts to rectify non-compliance with that assurance.

I ask that the B.C. Utilities Commission not approve this sale.

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From: Frank Taylor [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:11 AMTo: [email protected]; Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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I would like to add my vote against this sale Frank Waddell 2561 - 267th Street Aldergrove, B.C. V4W - 2Y2

From: Frank Waddell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas Sale

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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing in order to share my deepest concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve. Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing loss of control over the country’s energy resources and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the implementation of the proportional sharing provision, most of Canada’s energy decisions have resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our resources. This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of the power to influence future energy decisions in the province. It will also reinforce the view that Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their own land. I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to ratify it until such time as an exhaustive evaluation of Canada’s energy situation is completed and provincial – and national – energy strategies are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration is keen to highlight, control of energy resources will be the struggle of the future. Canada needs to start preparing for this struggle and defending infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian public. Sincerely, Fred Masaro

From: maureen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:16 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Objection to the Sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: Why sell the whole company? Why not just bill them like we get billed and UP their monthly rates...!!! We don't need anymore price hikes and that's what's going to happen if Terasen is sold out.

G. Bekei 33512 Best Avenue Mission , British Columbia V2V 6K9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I am very concerned, regarding the proposed sale of Terasen Gas to the USA. Why on earth would we want to sell off our natural resources, to another Country. While in the meantime, are at the USA s mercy regarding our softwood lumber. Is there another leaders left in our Country that have any courage to take a stand for Canada and the Canadians who inhabit this country. I am outraged at this proposal, and want to advise you that you do not have the support of the majority of Canadians in this selling out of Canada. For God sake WAKE UP !! Sincerely G KInswater

From: Gladys [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:28 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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The sale of Terasen Gas to an American company must be stopped. The selling out of B.C. resources is very bad public policy. G.G. Coulter, 1120 North Beach Rd.,Salt Spring Island, B.C. V8K1B3.

From: Mona Coulter [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:38 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen

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To: [email protected] Cc: [email protected]; [email protected] Subject: Proposed Terasen Gas Takeover By Kinder Morgan and... Sent: Fri, 7 Oct 2005 11:47:22 -0700

----- Original Message ----- From [email protected] Date Fri, 07 Oct 2005 11:47:22 -0700 To [email protected] Cc [email protected], [email protected] Subject Proposed Terasen Gas Takeover By Kinder Morgan and... ...the National Energy Systems Corporation's application to build a power line into Canada.

This is the first time I have ever been urged to contact your office with the above-mentioned serious issues facing Canadians, and this comes from someone who survived the effects of the release of radioactive iodine in British Columbia during the mid-1940s by the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission. In short, I have a vested interest in keeping out as much American interference in the lives of Canadians as possible.

This is my formal opposition to the proposed takeover of Terasen Gas by the Houston, TX-based Kinder Morgan, and the 'arrogant' insistence of National Energy Systems Corporation's Washington State) to go ahead with their plans for a power project despite British Columbia's objections.

I represent thousands of British Columbia's senior citizens, who are no longer ignoring the continued erosion of Canada's sovereignty.

Respectfully,

G.R. Grante 1427 Bellevue Landing West Vancouver, BC V7V 4S1

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:20 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Proposed Terasen Gas Takeover By Kinder Morgan and ...

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My Specific Concern: The ownership of this vital utility must remain close to those who depend on it.

Garfield Lindsay Miller 2631 Cedar Hill Road Victoria, BC V8T 3H1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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BC Utilities Commission Secretary Box 250, 6th Floor, 900 Howe St. Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 2N3

Dear Sirs: I am writing to express my objection to the plan to sell Terasen Gas to the Kinder Morgan Corp. As a lifelong resident of B.C., I believe that our provincial natural gas reserves are an extremely valuable asset to all of us, and control and distribution should be kept within B.C. for the use of our residents. Our family wants Tarasen to remain owned and operated here in B.C., not in Texas. With the price of natural gas rising sharply this year, and more price increases forecast to come soon, we should not allow a foreign company to have any control whatsoever in its distribution and price. With all energy prices rising--gas, oil, electricity, coal, gasoline--it is imperative that we plan ahead and ensure that our energy prices and availability are within the means of all British Columbians to access and afford. I urge your commission to reject this sale to the Kinder Morgan Corporation.

Yours truly, Garry Broeckling 306-2323 Mamquam Rd. Squamish, B.C. October 6, 2005 [email protected]

From: Garry Broeckling [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:32 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Proposed sale of Tarasen Gas

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Dear Folks,

I oppose the sale and support the maintaining of control of our natural resources in BC.

Sincerely,

Gary Adams

From: Gary and Louise Adams [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:54 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Dear Sirs,

I am writing to express my opinion of the proposed sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan of the United States. I strongly believe that it is not in the best interests of British Columbia or Canada to allow Terasen to be sold. It is particularly objectionable to me to realize that it might be sold to a foreign company. Terasen is a very important provincial energy provider and should remain in the hands of British Columbians and operated in the interests of British Columbians. A foreign owner will operate the company in the interests of their their shareholders and their government and we may be sure that the the aim of Kinder Morgan will be to supply the U.S market, not British Columbia. This is not acceptable at a time in the development our country and our province when energy and particularly natural gas is becoming a resource in critically short supply and when more and more control of it is being acquired by non-Canadian interests. How can we influence the economic development of British Columbia when, increasingly, ownership of our precious natural resources is placed beyond the control of our goverments and our citizens?

I sincerely believe that you should reject the proposed takeover bid and in so doing protect the long term interests of British Columbians and all Canadians.

Yours sincerely

Gary G Dunn

Saltspring Island

British Columbia

From: Gary Dunn [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:52 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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Stop the sale to Kinder Morgan!

It is essential to maintain control and keep the jobs in BC. With the impending fuel shortage we need to control delivery systems and the supply. We must keep the jobs and the profits in BC.

The Americans are protecting their natural resources, we need to do the same. They are exercising there muscle as they know the world energy supplies will be depleted very soon.

Stand up for the people of BC.

From: Gary Winkelman [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:21 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Stop The Sale of Terasen

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My Specific Concern: Please Please do not sell any more of Canada off. It will never come back.

Gayle Black 523 Springbok Road Campbell River, BC V9W 8A2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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We feel that it is imperative to have Teresen B.C. owned and operated. We should retain control of our own natural resources. Regards, George & Deanne Turner

From: Deanne Turner [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:38 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Teresen

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Dear gentlemen: PLEASE do not allow Terasen Gas to be sold to the Texan company known as Kinder Morgan. I have been a resident of BC for over 60 years (and paid taxes most of that time.) and I wish that you would allow Canada to keep control of it's recourses NOT the USA! Why in this time of increasing fuel costs would you even consider allowing the current and future profits from our natural recourses be sent to the US .... lets at least keep the control in Canadian hands. Thank you for taking the time to consider my appeal to your better judgement in this matter. Yours truly, George and Sylvia West, 1662 Ridgedale Ave., Penticton, BC V2A 2S5. [email protected] (250) 493-3664.

From: George West [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: The sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: keep the price of energy affordable for future generation.

picher gerard 2855 east 21st avenue vancouver, b.c. V5M 2W5 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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B.C. Utilities Commission Secretary. Dear Sir. I would like to inform you that I strongly disagree with the decision to sell Terasen Gas to a Texas company. As a long-time British Columbian I feel it is important to

keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country. Gerri Ormiston 16558 79A Ave. Surrey, B.C.

[email protected]

From: Gerri Ormiston [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:32 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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Contrary to the positive spin placed on this sale by Terasen & Mark Jaccard ...BC users will end up paying more and be exposed to the threat of service interruption. 1. The 6.9 billion sale costs will be paid down from operating income derived from all pipe line users including BC residential and industrial users alike. No one would make this kind of investment purchase without the objective of making money ...which means paying down the investment. Kinder Morgan will end up going to BCUC in short order to ask for increases based on their new cost to supply. 2. We may not be selling the raw material rights to a foreign interest but rather the unfettered ability to distribute the product for BC's best interest and competitive industrial advantage first. In fact more gas will flow to central Canada and ultimately the US because of market demand. ie. where the money flows the gas goes. 3. BC users will ultimately join other NA gas users with increased service disruption when the utility tries to balance supply for the additional higher paying users they intend to add. 3. Accounts management will all leave BC reducing employment, decreasing service levels and ultimately increasing user cost. 4. Randy Jesperson says "the purchase of Terasen allows them to take advantage of good investment opportunities". Since all Terasen does is distribute gas then this means upgrading the pipe line network for capacity and access to added supply ..... giving them ... you guessed it ....more gas flow to central Canada and ultimately the US. for BC the result is temporary job creation but more costly network to maintain in BC .... which will no doubt be shared by BC users

How can this sale be approved when it gives over control of Canadian / BC gas distribution to a foreign company and nation?

gerryw 604-888-5177

From: Gerry Walsh [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:35 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Purchase by Kinder Morgan

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I am opposed to selling off our resources to the United States!

Gillian Gibbs

From: Gillian Gibbs [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:29 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Don't sell!

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----- Original Message ----- From: Glenn Parkes Sent: Friday, October 07, 2005 6:28 PM Subject: Keep B.C. Gas and Oil Canadian Sirs.....Keep the oil and gas wells and pipelines Canadian....The Canadian gas and oil on Canadian soil belong to us Canadians, not the Americans..... Canadians should come first, then sell the excess to the Americans at what ever we can get for it......much the same as B.C Hydro operates.... Glenn Parkes 401-2167-152st South Surrey. B.C. V4A-4P1

From: Glenn Parkes [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:30 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Fw: Keep B.C. Gas and Oil Canadian

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dear sirs; As a true blue Canadian we want Canadian companies to stay in Canada. Not in America or Texas.

sincerelyGloria Magnussen

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I strongly protest the takeover bid, from Kinder Morgan, based in Houston, Texas, to own and operate the Canadian company, Terasen Gas. Our valuable natural gas resource should remain in the control of Canadians. Gloria Mitchell

From: Gloria Mitchell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:57 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresen gas

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----- Original Message ----- From: Goetz & Gudrun Wochinger To: [email protected] Cc: [email protected] Sent: Friday, October 07, 2005 11:44 AM Subject: Proposed sale of 'TERASEN'! Sear/Madam! My husband and I strongly object to the wholesale of any of our resources, in particular of one of the most important resources we do have, such as Gas and it's distribution.Terasen should be kept and controlled by the people of British Columbia. In view of the Softwood lumber controversy we find it to be of utmost importance that we keep owning our resources, their harvesting as well as assuring that both, harvesting and sales, remain in our control. In the past our governments have been way to generous with allowing other countries to pillage what this country had to offer and resources were sold and practically 'given away' for a fraction of the prices it should have been sold for on the world market. As other countries, especially the U.S. are more and more looking north for resources they no longer possess, but need, we need to be able to chart our own destiny first and, foremost, keep jobs within our country as well as gaining Taxes by selling what we can afford to sell. Keeping control of what we have we would also be in a much better bargaining position when dealing with other issues, such as the existing violations of the NAFTA agreements, regarding issues such as Meat sales, Softwood lumber and future disputes such as water. We had voted for a Government when in-place to manage affairs such as this responsibly. To allow this sale to proceed would be an act governed by a short term view only. It would be irresponsible and not sanctioned by any British Columbian, I am sure. This issue calls for a Long term view and we most certainly hope that this Government has it and will act accordingly. Sincerely, Goetz & Gudrun Wochinger, Victoria

From: Goetz & Gudrun Wochinger [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:48 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Fw: Proposed sale of 'TERASEN'!

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...What in God's name are you thinking about??? Are you oblivious to what's going on around you??? Are You blind to the lessons of history??? Have you watched what's going on with N.A.F.T.A. and softwood lumber dispute?? Do you really want to turn our natural resources over to a foreign power??? Have you witnessed the American treatment of its other trading partners??? Are you all insane??? For heaven's sake, do not approve this!!!! Gordon Leaman Abbotsford

From: Gordon [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:56 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: SELLING TERASEN....

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We strongly oppose the take over bid by Kinder Morgan of Terasen Gas. We very strongly feel that our natural resources of all kinds here in B.C. should remain owned and operated by B.C. companies. Canadian natural resources should remain Canadian owned and operated.

Graham & Shirley Mitchell, 34410 Norrish Avenue Mission, B.C. V2V 6N8

From: Shirley Mitchell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:41 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Gas Sale

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My Specific Concern: How can Kinder Morgan offer 20% over share value and still promise not to raise prices?

Grant Fraser 1045 Chief Louis Way Kamloops, BC V2B 1J8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing in order to share my deepest concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve.




Sincerely,

Greg Coram 1104 Haro St Vancouver BC Canada, V6E 1N2 604-736-4734

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From: greg coram [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Objection to the Sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: Well, I'm not surprised. What does surprise me, though, is that anyone voted Liberal.

Greg Evans #16-3474 Bethune Ave Victoria, British Columbia V8X 1W2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Secretary, I am writing to tell you I want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in BC, not in Texas! I want to keep our valuable resources controlled in Canada. Sincerely, Gretchen Robinson

From: Gretchen Robinson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:07 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: keep it in BC!

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Sir or Madam: I am against American interests buying into Terasen Gas. I think it is just one more step toward selling ourselves out to the U.S. Gretta Shannon 11715 La Costa Ln Osoyoos BC V0H 1V0

From: gretta [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:52 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: The sale of Terasen Gas to a non canadian majority shareholder is a big mistake. Such a sale will compromise British Columbians ablity to control energy policy in our province. As a small part of a much larger multi-national company the future of Terasen is bleak. With service and support for the needs of British Columbians taking a back seat to profit and export of gas south of the border. I do not support this sale!!! Keep Terasen in British Columbia.

Gwendal Castellan 409-1688 East 4th Vancouver, BC V5N 1J8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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There are 2 people in this household who are totally against the sale of Terasen Gas to any foreign corporation under any circumstances. H A Gillespie E E Jenner 7167 Skyline Close Saanichton, BC V8M 1M4

From: jenner/gillespie [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:53 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Sale of Terasen

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Dear Sir or Madam,

I wish to register my opposition to the sale of the distribution rights of our natural gas, presently under the aegis of Terasen, a British Columbia owned corporation, to the Kinder Morgan Corporation of Texas. Please reject this proposal.

Thank you Halina Mitton

From: Halina Mitton [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:42 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen controversy

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My Specific Concern: Once it's sold, we won't ever be able to get it back. Please don't sell out to the U.S.

Happy Metcalfe 1029 Windbreak St. Kamloops, B.C. V2B 2P8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I am writing to express my concern regarding the impending sale of Terasen to an American corporation (Kinder Morgan). This is not a simple case of one private corporation selling its assets to another. The wealth of a country is in its people and its natural resources. To permit the sale of Terasen to a US firm is nothing short of selling off our children's inheritance. The Americans will be laughing all the way to the bank along with the few business men and friends of the current government which changed the laws to permit such a sale of what should still be a public utility. If you permit this sale, I guess the ads in international business community is correct in that BC is for Sale. Come in and take everything,. BC is ripe for picking and the people there are so stupid they will say nothing and permit it. Please don't approve the sale. Harry Kurita 2973 Albion Drive Coquitlam BC V3B 6N4 604 942 4751

From: Harry Kurita [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:39 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen

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I would like to voice my deep concern over the planned sale of our precious natural resource to an interest outside Canada.

This is certainly not something I would ever approve had there been a referendum of the people. Something that is such a valuable resource to British Columbia should certainly not be sold off to the USA without at least the vote of the residents of British Columbia.

I will be deeply saddened if this does go through and think it would be a very big mistake by our government if they permit the sale.

Please hear my voice and the voice of thousands of other British Columbians.

Sincerely

Hazel Farrell

21075 – 122nd Avenue

Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 8C2

From: Tina Farrell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:04 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas to USA Interest

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I want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in BC!

It is disturbing to think that the US gains more and more control over our resources!

Heleen Sandvik 702.1010 Burnaby St. Vancouver.BC V6E 4L8

From: Sandvik, Heleen [VC] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:46 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep it in BC

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Keep Terasen in BC. I expect BC maintain control!!

Helen Haines

270 Prince George

BC

250 561-1620

From: Kerri Lee [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:11 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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I like to tell the BCUC to protect British Columbians'right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here,not in another country! Hendrika.Devries,Sidney Bc.

From: Max Devries [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:36 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Fw: terasen

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My Specific Concern: It makes absolutely no sense to give all our resources away that our ancestors and we have so long worked for and paid for. So please, keep Terasen in our province. Thank you.

henriette Renaud 12089 Laity Street Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 5A7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Sir/Madam; I am opposed to the sale of terasen to that company in Texas. We need to control out on resources, be responsible for our own environment. Allowing our province to be directed by an outfit in Texas means we will never come close to a fully functioning province. regards, Herman Bakker 2830 West 37th Ave. Vancouver, BC. V6N 2T6

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From: Herman Bakker [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:07 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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To:BC Utilities Commission

Re:Pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder-Morgan

I strongly agree that the sale of Terasen Gas of BC to Kinder-Morgan of Houston, Texas should not proceed. I encourage the BC Utilities Commision to reject the proposed takeover in the name of strategically protecting and controlling irreplaceable resources for and by citizens of British Columbia, for future precedents and sensibile governance.

From: Hugh Aitken [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:39 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan

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I do not believe the sale of Terasen Gas to American Interests is in the best interest of British Columbia residents. I am certain that this sale would result in a major increase in the price to comsumers and a deterioration of services. The Americans have amply demonstrated their practices with the Alberta's utilities, softwood lumber and cattle exports. Why should we give those people more ways to rip us off. Hugh Murray, Summerland B.C.

From: Hugh Murray [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:18 AMTo: [email protected]: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXSubject: Sale of Terasen gas.

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My Specific Concern: I am strongly opposed to the sale of Terasen Gas to any company outside Canada. This cannot benefit the people of this province or the rest of the country in the long run and should not be allowed.

Hugh Patterson - Engineer 815 Union St. Vancouver, BC V6A-2C5 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dear Sir:

I am writing to today to add my voice to the many British Columbians who feel that the take-over of Teresen gas by Kinder Morgan will be disadvantageous to B.C. The vast majority of the "Canadian" oil and gas industry is already owned by U.S. Companies. There simply is no need for Teresen to be sold. Furthermore, historically, the privatization of similar utilities has resulted in drastic increases in prices to the public. Let's keep Teresen in B.C.

Sincerely and with concern,

Ian Wardle Vancouver, BC

From: Ian Wardle [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresen

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B.C. UTILITIES COMMISSION SECRETARY As a Citizen of B.C. I wish to Protest with all my voice and feelings the possible sale of Terasen to anyone. Let alone to an American Company. What are the leaders of our Government thinking of??? Terasen is the property of every person living in British Columbia. At the very least there should be a public vote on this proposal. We must protect this resource for the generations to come. Were the people consulted on the recent legislative changes? A loud and resounding NO!! Protect our ability to access Natural Gas at a reasonable cost. Also protect the current and future job opportunities for The people of this Great Province. If we keep giving away our Provincial Heritage we will soon be known as the Mexico of the North. I believe that if this is not stopped, the Americans will use our public profits to build an American pipeline from the Tar Sands for the American people's sole use. We will be left out of the equation. We already know that the Americans do not honor treaties (as per Free Trade) nor honor the world court's ruling regarding Softwood Lumber. Any promises that might be made around this proposed sale would have to be taken with a grain of salt. I beseech you to put a stop to this travesty, to save the heritage for the future generations of British Columbians. Sincerely, Inger Visser Grand Forks, B.C.

From: I Visser [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:33 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Proposed sale of Terasen

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Please reject the proposed takeover bid of Terasen Gas by the U.S. corporation Kinder Morgan. We want to keep our valuable natural resources under the control of the people of British Columbia and Canada, not another country!

Ingrid and Albert Borch Kelowna B.C.

From: Ingrid&Albert [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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put my vote for canada please.

Ivan Hunter Ivan Hunter Photography Inc. Suite 401, 1587 West 8th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6J 1T5

t. 604.739.2008 c. 604.788.8080 e. [email protected] w.http://www.ivanhunter.com f. 604.736.9339

From: ivan hunter [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:45 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: put my vote for canada please.

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I object to having "our" gas company, Terasen owned here and run by hundreds of BCers being sold and owned by Kinder Morgan a US corporation out of Houston Texas. This is another sell-off, and it is wrong. We do not need to sell off our own companies to others when we are quite capable of running and owning and controlling our own natural resources. No OTHER country should be owners of our natural resources.I expect Ottawa to protect BCer's right to keep our valuable resources and control them here in our own country thus losing taxes, profits and jobs. Sincerely J.A. Rush 2725 Eastdowne Rd, Victoria. BC V8R 5R5

From: W037 [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:19 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen

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October 7, 2005 BC Utilities Commission Secretary Box 250, 6th Floor 900 Howe Street Vancouver, BC B6Z 2N3 Dear Sir: RE: Terasen: Keep it in BC As a British Columbian who has lived in this province for 56 years, I want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in BC, not in Texas. Our valuable natural resources should be controlled here, not in another country. Again, I object to this sell-off and would like to see the BC Utilities Commission reject the proposed takeover bid. Yours Sincerely, Jackie Morton


From: jackie morton [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:57 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Re:Terasen: Keep it in BC, not Texas!

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I have been requested to write on behalf of the strata council and 45 residents of The Windsor, 411 Nicola Street, Kamloops, B.C. to express our dismay that our gas company could soon be owned by a company in Texas, of all places. The reputation of Texas in the oil and gas industry reeks of cronyism, exploitation, and profiteering at the expense of all else, in the opinion of this writer. How could our government allow the selling out of this resource? What next? A deal with Haliburton? Shame, shame, shame on you B.C. Government. J Pratt, Secretary, Strata K34.

From: Jacqua Pratt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:56 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]: [email protected]; Mona GeisbrechtSubject: Terasen Gas

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Please accept my objection to the sale of Terasen Gas to an American company. I am opposed to any American ownership or involvement in our resources or the structure used to transport it.

Jacque Morrow

2535 Packers Rd

Kelowna BC

V1W 2W7

250-868-3600

From: Jacque.Brenda [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:49 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas Sale

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Dear Sir/madam

I think it is unconscionable the federal/provincial governments of Canada would even consider turning over any of our natural resources to a foreign country. These resources belong to the people of Canada, how dare our elected governments give control of them to a foreign national. I implore the BC Utilities Commission to reject this proposed takeover bid.

James Case Coquitlam, BC

From: Jim Case [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:04 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Takeover Bid

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My Specific Concern: As a Canadian citizen since birth, I strongly oppose the proposed sale of Tarazan Gas to any entity outside of BC. I belive that the proposed sale of Tarazan Gas to Kinder Morgan would compromise our environment, place energy needs to British Columbians in Jeopardy, result in loss of employment to BC workers, and possibly result in unwarranted increase in the cost of gas to BC residents.

James Spencer 4835 Salmon Berry Way Nanaimo, BC V9V 1T4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the STATES. The people of BC own this company. The rates will continue to go up. I can not afford these large increases. I feel it will only get worse after the sale. Thanks James

From: James [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:11 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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To: BC Utilities Commission Secretary

BC Hydro should Stay Canadian!

I am very concerned that Terasen Inc., which provides natural gas to many British Colombians, could be bought by a Texan company, Kinder Morgan.

It is important for Canadians to have as much control over their energy futures as possible and it is also important to keep jobs and profits in Canada.

Please do not allow this possible sale to go through.

Sincerely,

Jan Slakov 135 Deer Park Rd. Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 1P5 Oct. 7, 2005 c.c. Citizens for Public Power

From: Jan Slakov [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:43 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: No to Company Sale Outside of Canada

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary, PLEASE DON'T sell Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan. There is too much of our Canadian Business and Real Estate being gobbled up by the U.S.A.!!! If you sell them the control of our own natural resources we are DOOMED. Slowly our Canadian culture, way of life and homeland is being stripped bare, transformed and mutilated by American interests. Our national PRIDE IS BEING ERRODED and a sense of HOPELESSNESS has been created as citizens of this beautiful country watch it FALL INTO FOREIGN HANDS. KEEP TERASEN CANADIAN - PLEASE!!! Jana, Frank and Caylie DeLuca Surrey, B.C.

From: Jana De Luca [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:06 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen gas

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My Specific Concern: The selling of control over our critical natural resources for short-term profit is a huge and potentially distastrous mistake. To cave in to American corporate demand for access to more resources (in order to allow continued unrestricted consumption and enormous profits) is to be complicit in the destruction not only of our own economy but also of our very existence as a sovereign and independent nation.

Jane Mossop PO Box 371 Roberts Creek, BC V0N 2W0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Commission;

How as a Canadian can you even consider selling controlling interest of our natural resources to such an evil country as the United States. They can't play by International rules. What makes you think they can be trusted with anything. They have stolen enough from this country. Stop thinking of filling your pockets for today at the expense of British Columbia tommorow.

Thank you,

Jason K Hilliard 3980 W10th.ave. Vancouver,B.C. V6R 2G8

From: JASON HILLIARD [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:04 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasan sale

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I strongly object to the sale of Terasen Gas to a Texas Company. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in B.C. not the States, and I don't understand why this sale is being contemplated. Jean A.

From: Jean Autiero Paul Autiero [jean&[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:17 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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Hello, please don't move our electricity to Texas! It is going to cost the consumers more, and will only be a short term solution to a long term problem!

I don't like the fact that BC Liberal government made it so, as usual it is the Tax payers of this province that will ultimately have to pay.

I am a Tax payer and I say NO to the move to Texas!

From: Louis, Jean [VC] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:40 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep terasen in BC!

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How is life with you ma? I hope that after you read this message, you would be able to assist me finish this business. Let me begin by introducing myself. my name is jenifer Kuta williams, I am 17 years old daughter of the late Major Gen. Jerry kuta williams, my dead father was the chief of admin and finance, senegal Army headquaters from 1998 to 2004, my father just died 4 months ago. and I am actually alone because i had eariler lost my mother when i was 12years old. I have a kid brother so we are actually the only children of my dead parents. ( I am an orphan) Sir, two days before my father died, he called me and handed over a box containing some thing that looked like black paper cut to the size of money, He told me that the box actually contained dollar Bills, that was defaced to aviod it from being detected during its movement outside Nigeria, Sir, you may think i am playing but my father actually told me how almost all serving military officers and government officials used this way of taking money outside sensgal. My father also gave me the name and address of the man who manufactures the chemical used to wash off the darkened dollar bills in ghana. Right now, i am really in a fix as i have no where to deposit this money, In the box, i have dollar bills ( darkened to avoid instant usage) worth $6million dollars, and a small bottle labelled -:

From: jenifer williams [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:27 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: URGENT ASSISTANCE

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(CCDC#667B2c) this chemical is actually the what my dead father told me that was the chemical use in washing off the coloured money so that when you show your interest, i could actually send you the sample of the coloured dollar bill by attachment so you too could actually see it yourself and see that i mean business. Sir, i would need you to help me so that this money could be moved outside my country and lodged in a bank,.I would like this dark substance to be washed off so that we can go ahead to use this money, please note that this dollar bills are original dollar bills that was covered with a certain chemical so that as soon as it gets to its destination, another high octane chemical would be used to remove this chemical so it now comes back to its orginal state. Sir, I am just a 17yrs old girl who has little or no knowledge about money or even investment, so you would act as my business partner and advicer. Due to my age, i have decided to contact my late father�s lawyer, his name is barrister daniels, Please in your next email do send your telephone and fax so he could call you and really find out if you are able and trustworthy to help me (I dont want to fall into wronghands ). I have told my father's lawyer that i am going to give you $ 1.2 mi Please sir, i hope you would not want to cheat me due to my age because i am going to come to your country to begin another life. The chemical that is left the box has the following tag on it ( CCDC#66732c) then it has on the top of the bottle the following tag ( VERY CORROSIVE CHEM. DISPOSE OFF PROPERLY. WEAR FACE MASK/ DISPOSE OFF

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UNDERGROUND NOT GOOD. MADE IN THE EEC. when my father's lawyer ( Mr daniels) calls you, please dont feel ambarrased due to the question he might ask you, he just wants to make sure you would not treat me bad when after we washed the $6million dollars, then the money would be in your account. Please sir, i would wait your email and please reply me through this email address: I thank you for your interest sir jenifer kuta williams


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I am very much opposed to selling Terasen Gas to the States. Leave it in BC where it belongs. Enough of selling off everything to the Americans when we are perfectly capable of running our own companies. My view is NO. Keep it in BC. Thanks. Jennifer Dion, 380 Millstream Lake Road, Victoria. BC. email. [email protected]

From: jeffbaby [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:43 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Terasen Gas in BC.

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----- Original Message ----- From: Betha Coleman To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2005 1:25 AM Subject: Sale of Terasen To Whom This May Concern I am a Terasen Gas User. I f eel very strongly about the proposed sale of Terasen Gas Co. to an American Buyer. Do you not see what is happening to Canada. All our natural resources are being bought up by Foreigners. Look what is happening with the United States and our Lumber Markets. They totally ignore NAFTA ; I realize that we are already almost an American State, but please NO MORE SALES OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES. Sincerely, Jessie Coleman 1831 St. Ann's Drive Duncan, B.C.V9L 5M4.

From: Betha Coleman [[email protected]] Sent:Sat 10/8/2005 2:41 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Fw: Sale of Terasen

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My Specific Concern: In my opinion, the sale of resources which are owned by the citizens of any Hamlet, Village, Town, City, Province or Country should be always regarded as just that, the property of those citizens! No transaction which will take ownership and control of the utility or resource from the citizens should be allowed, unless specifically endorsed by those citizens after a full and complete debate followed by a referendum. Like us here in Alberta, it is too late for that! In recent years here in Alberta we have seen the citizens property sold off to Private Corporations at bargain basement prices and those same resources have been sold back to us at steadily rising prices. The so-called world price which is controlled by these same corporations. We have had the same lines, poles and pipes which we paid to have bought and installed and maintained for all those years, rented back to us so that even if we use none of the utility involved, we still pay a "Rental Charge". This charge is more than we paid for the utility in the past. Please don't allow the premier or any other premier to turn his back on you. Demand to retain ownership of your utilities or you will end up like us here in Alberta. Bailing out the companies by paying them out of your taxes for a clever thing called a "Citizen's Rebate". It's just another way of giving them more of your money. The time has come for people to come back to their senses and get these people who know nothing about how to operate a Province, out of the position in which they can inflict more permanent damage to this country. Please write to your representatives and let them know that if they don't follow your wishes that they will be turfed out, as Gene Kiniski used to say "like yesterdays garbage".

Jim Wallace R.R. 2 New Sarepta, Alberta T0B 3M0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press


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Please keep Terasen in B.C. instead of selling to the U.S.

From: joan bell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:45 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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I strongly object to the sale of our gas company to the Americans, particularly to the Bush/Cheney gang in Texas. Why not keep the company here and sell them the gas that we don't need. If the Americans control the gas, their gas needs will be met before those of the people of British Columbia. Is this the real reason for the name change-would more people object if the company was still known as BC Gas.

Joan Courte - Concerned Citizen

From: JOAN COURTE [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:50 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of BC Gas aka Terasen

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To Whom it May Concern: Kindly add my voice to the number of people who DON'T want Terasen Gas to be sold to Kinder Morgan!!! What CAN you be thinking??? Where do you think the gas will go during a crisis? Certainly to the States before us. KEEP OWNERSHIP OF OUR RESOURCES IN CANADA!! Please---don't let money come before common sense. Sincerely, Joan Hansell

From: Joan Hansell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:41 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: British Columbians need protection from companies that are not interested it safety. Lives are at stake here. The environment needs protection from companies that do not maintain assets in a manner that ensures no spills. Canadians in general need protection from companies that regard Canada as a supply source of US ownership. The US does not respect our soft wood lumber rights. It does not respect our clean water rights. It does not clean up after its mining and other invasive acts. Continued sale of Canadian infrastructure and natural resources after the track record of off shore companies is simply short-sighted foolishness. It may come as a shock to some but, Canada is not a colony of the US and Canadians for the most part do not wish to sell our country to US careless and greedy companies.

Joan Rea - N/A Box 706 Millet, Ab. T0C 1Z0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I want to protect british columbian;s right to keep our valuuable natural resources controlled here,not in another country. I oppose the intended sale to Texas interests John Gilliatt, Penticton .bc

From: John Gilliatt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:13 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen gas

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Ladies and Gentlemen of the Commission: I strongly urge your to keep Terasen in British Columbia and operated here, not in Texas! We as British Columbians have the right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country! PLEASE KEEP TERASEN IN BC. Yours truly, John and Annemarie Haberland

From: Annemarie Haberland [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:17 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: TERASEN

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We are urging the BC Utilities Commission to reject the sell-off of Teresen Gas to an out of country company. Please keep our natural resources controlled here in Bristish Columbia! John and Lorraine Bergen

From: Lorraine Bergen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:51 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasem

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We wish Teresen to remain owned and operated here in B.C. and not in Texas. John & Pat Brechin.

From: john and pat brechin [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:32 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresen Gas

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Dear Sir, 07-10-2005

I lived in AB for 8 years.My life was fine except for the last 2 years- 2003, 2004.Up until the winter of 2004, my gas bills were $35 a month, all winter, less in the summer.In the winter of 2003, '04, my monthly winter gas bill shot up 10X.I lived without heat instead.My pipes froze, my plants died and my feet were always screaming cold.I even had plans for building an addition on the house I was renting in Lethbridge, so I could put in a wood stove.I changed my mind instead, and decided to move back to the wet coast, where you don't even need heat in the winter.Oh well, no one in AB ever paid me over time anyways.I don't miss the smell of manure or the 140 km/hr wind gusts.Telus is a poor quality BC Tell.Americans don't care about the citizens of any Canadian province as much as we do.They'll screw us any way they can!Bush is the worst prez. since Nixon!

Cordially, John Defalque

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From: John Juan [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:47 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary Box 250, 900 Howe Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2N3 Email: Commission. [email protected] October 05, 05 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to express my profound disagreement with the proposed sale of Terasen to the American Company, Kinder Morgan and to urge the members of the BC Utilities Commission to reject the proposed takeover bid. Terasen is a British Columbian company. It employs British Columbians to provide BC gas to other British Columbians. It is imperative that we retain control over our valuable natural resources. We do not need another part of our economy controlled by interests within another country. Kinder Morgan is a huge corporation. It will not and probably cannot put the concerns and welfare of Terasen employees and Terasen consumers at the forefront of business plans. In fact, the recent American response to the softwood lumber concerns speaks volumes about how Americans respond to Canadian concerns and we should all beware. As members of the BCUC you are responsible for doing what is best for British Columbia. What is best for British Columbia is retaining control of our natural resources now and for the future. It is clear that a multi-national corporation is more interested in selling our gas to southern customers, than to us here in Western Canada. Please do not allow the proposed takeover of Terasen by Kinder Morgan to proceed. Yours truly John Harper 1040 60th St., NE Salmon Arm BC V1E 1Y3



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Would you please add my family's name to those who are opposed to the sale of Terasen. We strongly object to the sale of a great BC asset to a foreign company. We believe that BC will lose control of a valuable natural resource and hence be at the mercy of a corporation that does not have the consumers of BC in mind, when decisions and controls are based in a foreign country. Profits wont stay in the province, jobs and taxes will be impacted! PLEASE do not allow this takeover bid to go ahead. The BCUC must halt the bid in the true interests of all British Columbians. Signed: John Hyndman, Jillian Hyndman and Michael Hyndman

From: John & Jill Hyndman [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:02 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Mr. Salvador asked me to forward a copy of his letter to Mr. Gordon Campbell.

I must disagree with your government’s policy on our natural resources. More specifically, I refer to the sale of Terasen.

It is my belief that to maintain our sovereignty and to keep skilled workers in Canada, Canada’s natural resources should be owned and operated by Canadians, for Canadians.

Sincerely,

John Salvador

JS/kb

Mr. Salvador's e-mail address is: [email protected]

From: Kathie Black [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen Gas Sale

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My Specific Concern: I do not support the futher erosion of our energy security by this outrageous endevor.Please keep something for our childrens future and thiers.When you disseminate the natural resorse of this country you dissembowel our hope for a better life wich depends on such an important energy base. Don't think for a moment that the deal will stay in place iether.Any sign of the Software lumber tarrifs monetary penalty funds heading your way? Respectfully Joseph Benkhe

joseph e benkhe 2076 Honeysuckle Terrace Nanaimo, BC V9S 2R1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Sir/Madam

As a British Columbian and Canadian Citizen I object to our natural resources being taken over by private companies, especially private companies in other countries. We lose all the benefits of our hard work over the years, not to mention the money we have paid in taxes. The resources we have must be kept in B.C. not another country.

Please stop giving our natural resources away.

Joseph Cassidy

A concerned citizen and taxpayer

From: Joe & Pat Cassidy [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:16 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: B.C. Resources

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Dear Mr. Pelatt: I ask that the BCUC does not approve the sale of Terasen to a Texas company. At a time of energy crisis looming around the corner, it is crucial to keep Canadian energy resources in the hands of Canadian. There is simply no other way. Sincerely

From: Josette Wier [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:06 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My husband and I would like to register our objection to having our natural resources sold to a foreign company. It seems too many of our resources are being owned or controlled by the United States or other countries. Hugh and Joyce Bradshaw of Osoyoos,B.C.

From: Joyce Bradshaw [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:05 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: re sale of Terasen Gas to a Texas company

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Terasen Please keep it in BC not Texas

From: jsewing [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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Dear Secretary Terasen is our gas company, owned by BC and operated by BC residents. It is not a commodity to be traded or given away as it our natural resource that we need for BC consumers. We need to protect our rights to keep valuable natural resources controlled in British Columbia. These assets are not for sale! You have the authority to reject the proposed takeover - please take action on behalf of the people of British Columbia and object to the sell-off of our resources. Thank you. Judith Thompson 3662 Lefeuvre Rd Abbotsford, BC V4X 1N2 [email protected]

From: XT:EM Thompson, Arthur C; Thompson, Judith A EM:IN Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:10 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas is BC's own natural resource

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Dear Sirs: I object to the sell-off of Terasen Gas to any company owned and based outside of Canada. I want to keep our natural resources controlled here, not in another country. I am requesting the BC Utilities Commission to reject the proposed takeover bid of Terasen Gas by Kinder Morgan of Houston, Texas. Yours truly, June Kline, 109 Hyslop Drive, Penticton. B.C. V2A 9A1 (250) 492 7286.

From: June Kline [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:51 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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I am very much against selling Terasen to the Americans. Doesn't our government think that Canadians can take care of their own business. Is it possible to sell Mr. Campbell to Texas instead????

PLEASE KEEP TERASEN CANADIAN!!! KFrank

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From: Catherine Frank [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:39 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]:

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I am writing with deep to concern about yet another major corporate sell-out here in British Columbia. I am very disapointed and appalled that U.S. ownership of yet another BC company is being considered. Are the leaders of this province so extremely short sighted and corporately controlled, that they are blind to what this kind of sale does to a province...loss of jobs, increased prices, loss of captial. My frustration with the issue extends to other areas in the province (health care, ferries, etc.), please don't add our only viable fuel company to the list, think long term here!!! What is actually best for the province, beyond a short term scope?!

Sincerely, Kai Bellows

From: kaib [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:09 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen sell-out

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My Specific Concern: I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. We need to be good stewards of our resources and it makes more sense to keep the profits of BC's resources IN BC

Karen Nielsen 35 E. 58th Avenue Vancouver, BC V5X 1V7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dear Commissioner,

I understand that Terason Gas, formerly BC Gas, may be slated for sale to a private foreign company. I believe, as a resident of BC and a Canadian, that selling off our resource companies is shortsighted and foolhardy and I therefore strenuously object. I realise that the "powers-that-be" believe that they have studied the matter extensively, and are acting in the best interest of ... actually, I am very sceptical about who's best interest is being taken into consideration.

None-the-less, I believe that the mass sell-off of Canadian utility and resource companies is foolhardy as it will leave us nothing to use when negotiating with foreign interests (See story abotu PM on front page of Globe and Mail, today, Thursday October 6th.)

I also think that selling businesses across borders takes money out of our local economies, thus undermining our local economic health.

Sincerely,

Karen Tsang

From: karen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:49 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Selling off our utilities

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Terasen: KEEP IT IN BC, NOT TEXAS

Karen

From: Ocean creature [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:41 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing in order to share my deepest concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve. Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing loss of control over the country’s energy resources and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the implementation of the proportional sharing provision, most of Canada’s energy decisions have resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our resources. This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of the power to influence future energy decisions in the province. It will also reinforce the view that Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their own land. I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to ratify it until such time as an exhaustive evaluation of Canada’s energy situation is completed and provincial – and national – energy strategies are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration is keen to highlight, control of energy resources will be the struggle of the future. Canada needs to start preparing for this struggle and defending infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian public. Sincerely, Karen-Lee Bradley 117-904 Clarke Rd Port Moody, B.C. V3H 1L7

From: Karen Lee Bradley [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:04 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: no sale of our resources

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My Specific Concern: I think Terasen should remain BC-owned. Keep the revenue and the corporate decisions in this province. We have to start thinking about our future.

Karima Penman 908-1001 Richards St Vancouver, BC V6E 1J6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing this letter out of deep concern for the possibility of Canada selling Terasen Gas off to the Americans. It is digusting that the Canadian Government can sell a publically owned company without having the public even vote or barely even informed of such a thing. I am a citizen of this country and I demand that our rights be heard and that our access to our valuable resources be maintainted. The integrity of the government is being washed away by greed which is not what Canadian people want. This is a request to reconsider such a detrimental action for our nation and to please keep Terasen Gas a Canadian publically owned company.

Sincerley,

Kate Pattison

307-3333 West 4th avenue

Vanoucer, BC V6R !N6


From: kate pattison [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:23 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: We have to fight to keep this

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to whom it may concern

I am writing to convey my deep concern about Terasen Gas being owned by a company outside British Columbia, and especially outside Canada.

I believe we need to retain control of our natural resources here in BC.

Please reject the proposed takeover bid, and strengthen Canada's soverignty.

Sincerely

Katie Stein Sather Minister, Beacon Unitarian Church Coquitlam, BC www.BeaconUnitarian.org

From: Katie Stein Sather [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:05 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Gas

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Terasen Gas to remain owned and operated here in B.C. not Texas. as a Briyish Columbian you want to keep our valuable natural resources conntrolled here not in another country. Stop this transaction. Keith Moton 1320 Campion Lane Port moody B.C. V3H 4B1

From: Keith Morton [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:02 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: sale of terasen

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My Specific Concern: OUr natural resources should stay under our own jurisdiction. I am a concerned British Columbian over this pending deal.

Kelly Monjazeb 15234 Victoria Ave. white Rock, BC V4b 1G6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: I am vehemently against the sale of Terasen to a company like Kinder Morgan which possesses such a poor safety track record for both workers and the public at large. I greatly doubt the ability of a US company such as Kinder Morgan to keep the best interest of the citizens they affect in priority. The present US administration has very low environmental standards and chooses to ignore scientific facts in the name of profit. We will see our resources syphoned out at an alarming rate if this sale goes through! The US needs less not more control over the things that affect our well being! We've seen on numerous occasions in the last few years how they disregard the safety of their own citizens, how could you possibly think they'd be concerned about ours?!

Kelly Wolfe - Accounting #114 - 520 11th Street New Westminster, BC V3M 5W9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Attention Director of investment

My family and I are completely against the sale to Texas. We need to have the control left in BC, we must not sell this valuable asset.

Sincerely

Kelly, Barry and Amanda Fuller Mission, BC

From: Kelly Fuller [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:20 PMTo: [email protected]: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXSubject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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I would not like to see Teresen Gas sold off to anyone outside Canada. We are so rich in natural resources and I feel we should maintain ownership, maybe change the way we manage our natural resources . The Americans are not following their free trade agreement fairly, with the lumber tariff, could you imagine what they would do if they had control of our natural gas resources. . I dont think that we should sell any of our natural resources to any foreign body, we need to keep control ourselves. The Americans control enough of our lives already. Ken & Pat Armstrong 3075 Badger Road Cranbrook, B. C. V1C 6X6

From: Pat Armstrong [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:41 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresen Gas

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I would like to voice my strong objection to the sale of Terasen Inc to Texas-based Kinder Morgan. I suggest the BC Utilities Commission block this sale. The people are watching. Kevin Gillard Vancouver, BC

From: Kevin Gillard [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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I would like to voice my objection to Terasen being taken over by Texas-based Kinder Morgan. I cannot see any long-term benefit for our province. I therefore encourage the BC Utilities Commission to block the sale.

From: Kevin O'Brien [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:31 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen not for sale!

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I have great concerns about Terasen Gas being sold to an American Company. I feel that our provincial government doesn't seem to think that it is important to hold onto anything in this province. The decisions seem to be the almighty dollar, but when you sell something the money is great now but what about down the road. We are seeing jobs shipped out of this country by the buckets. I worked for TELUS or use to till July 21 and the downsizing of that company since the merger took place is scary. There are fewer jobs but more work to do. The call centers that have now been opened in India and the Philippines is proof that the future is getting scarier and scarier. I would like to believe that there will be something left of this province by the time my kids are of voting age. Please stop the sale of this company and assure the public that the jobs will stay in BC. Stopping the sale is the only way you can guarantee that will happen. Thanks for your time Kim Barrett 604-931-8031

From: KIM BARRETT [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:57 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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My name is Kim Brandt.

As a citizen of BC I feel compelled to write and recommend you not sell the rest of our valuable resource. We live in a time of energy instability and dwindling resources. I believe it foolhardy to sell a company we may need direct control over in the not to distant future. Think of your children and grandchildren. The short term cash influx from this sale does not benefit us in the long term. Please consider the long term detriments/benefits to BC and Canada before making your decision and block this international takeover bid. We will need this gas, at affordable prices, as we begin to run out.

Thank you.

My address is 29081 Buchanan Ave in Abbostford phone # is 604-856-5806

From: kim brandt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:38 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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> BC Utilities Commission Secretary > Box 250, 6th Floor - 900 Howe Street > Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 2N3 > > Dear Sir/Madam, > I am writing in order to share my deepest concern > regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan > Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve. > > Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free > Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing > loss of control over the country's energy resources > and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the > 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the > implementation of the proportional sharing > provision, most of Canada's energy decisions have > resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our > resources. > > This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of > the power to influence future energy decisions in > the province. It will also reinforce the view that > Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their > own land. > > I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to > ratify it until such time as an exhaustive > evaluation of Canada's energy situation is completed > and provincial - and national - energy strategies > are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration > is keen to highlight, control of energy resources > will be the struggle of the future. Canada needs to > start preparing for this struggle and defending > infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian > public. > > Sincerely, > > Kiyo breiting >3208 saltspring Ave >Coquitlam BC V3E-1E9

From: kiyo [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:07 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Proposed sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan

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Attention: to the Secretary of the BC Utilities Commission. I ask you to act on behalf of the well being of Canadians who live in a cold climate and will suffer from lack of or unaffordable heating costs if the sale of Teresan Gas is allowed to a US. Company. Who are we fooling. It's like the cartoon Lucy and the FootBall and Canada is Peanuts and listens to Lucy. Every time she sets the football, she promised not to pull it out from under him. He believes her apparent sincerity and everytime she pulls it out and he fall flat. I don't believe Kinder Morgan will put Canadians first and let them have their own resources first and at a fair price. They will use it the way they can make the most money for themselves and the large companies that will maximize their profits, while the poor individual will pay through the nose or freeze out. Canadian citizens will be Peanuts and Kinder Morgan Lucy. Canadians will die or have to leave the country, without heat. Many of us paid our life savings to equip our homes in the north with gas furnaces to keep warm. With renewable energy sources in shorter and shorter supply, and the US being a big consumer for air conditioning etc and power generation, we need to serve our own citizens first and keep control of our essential resources in our own country. Don't be stupid. At this time we don't have access to other similar affordable energy supplies in this cold country. Put your country and its citizens lives before the big corporations profits. And don't let them buy your decision. Greed will cause blood to be spilt someday. Kris Andrews 1385 Borland Rd Williams Lake, B.C.

From: Darcy Andrews [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:00 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Don't Allow Sale of BC Gas (TERESAN) to an out of Country Company

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BC UTILITIES COMMISSION SECRETARY:

I am appalled to think that the government would sell off our valuable Canadian and provincial gas company to foreign interests. If it is worth enough to sell it off, it is valuable enough for us to keep it. I want Terasen to remain owned and operated in BC.

Sincerely,

Krista Drommer

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:05 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen in BC!

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Why this even has to come up for discussion is a mystery to me, not to mention terribly frustrating. No matter what anyone says, I cannot fathom that selling yet another Canadian company to the US is remotely good for Canada. What will be next? I don't want money I pay for utilities going to the states. It's wrong. If they can profit by it, then so can BC by keeping it here.

Do not sell Terasen to Kinder Morgan, or any other American company. Please reject this bid.

Yours truly, Krista Lees Port Coquitlam, B.C.

From: Krista Lees [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:33 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Selling of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: "I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. The sale must be approved by the BC Utilities Commission which will hold hearings on the sale and so it is still possible to stop."

Kristi Yuris 306-1528 East 5th Vancouver, BC V5N 1L7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Hello, I am writing in opposition to the sell-off of Terasen to a U.S.-owned company. I think the selling off the control of BC resources and assets is short-term thinking and a shame. Please reject this proposed takeover bid. Sincerely, Kristina Fairholm Mader 604-874-8492


From: Kristi Mader [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:39 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: opposition to Terasen sell-off

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Just to let you know that I'm "AGAINST" the selling of Terasen Gas to a foreign company. It appears that with today's ever increasing energy prices, it doesn't seem to a prudent move to let go one of our precious commodities. Respectfully, L. Franco Richmond,BC

From: lawrence n kitty [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: SALE -TERASEN GAS TO KINDER MORGAN......

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Smith, Constance BCUC:EX

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Sent: Friday, October 07, 2005 12:04 AM

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My Specific Concern: Couldn't be a worse company to have take over Terasen. AGAINST IT

Larry Berger - Canada Post Corporation 10059 View Rd Powell River , BC V8A 5C1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.



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why would you want to support a sale of any resourse to the states. Do we not have any deep thinkers left here to protect our interests. Take an educated stand and do your jobs, and not fold to the pressures of this foolishness of always rolling over and turning you belly to the bastards..

From: larry cooper [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:48 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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To whom it concerns,

I want to voice my strong opposition to the sale of ANY part of our gas company to Kinder Morgan (or any other company). We have a right to keep our natural resources controlled here in our province, not in any other country or in any other province.

I implore you to reject the proposed takeover bid.

Sincerely, Laura Barker

727 Queens Ave New Westminster, BC, V3M 1L7


From: Laura Barker [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:37 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: keep Terasen in BC

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It is vitally important that the B.C. government retain the ownership and operation of our gas company, Terasen, in the hands of British Columbians. The B.C. Liberals' philosophy/policy appears to be one focussed on outsourcing resources and services outside the province and worse outside the country. The cumulative result of this philosophy/policy is not only the loss of jobs and taxes but also control of our natural resources and profits that could be used to advance Canadians' interests rather than foreign ones. Laurence Martinson 302-803 Queens Avenue New Westminster, B.C. V3M 1L8 (604)527-0357

From: Larry Martinson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:08 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: STOP THE SALE OF TERASEN GAS!

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My Specific Concern: I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. I want our BC Resources to remain in BC. The restrictions should not have been removed. I want the restrictions on foreign ownership restored.

Leanne Turnbull - Court Mediation Program 523 Central Avenue Gibsons, BC V0N 1V1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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from lee I oppose the sale of Terasen gas to any foreign control.

From: lm taylor [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:46 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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We would like Terasen to remain owned and operated here in B.C. Why let the U.S. take control of our natural resources? Leo and Rita Turcotte, 231, 3105-South Main, Penticton, B.C. V2A 7H1

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From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:23 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to add my voice to the thousands of British Columbians who are alarmed about the pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a U.S.-based multinational headquartered in Houston, Texas. Allowing Kinder Morgan, or any foreign-owned company, the right to control our natural resources not only places Canadian jobs at risk and jeopardizes a stable and affordable source of energy for British Columbians, the pending deal gives Kinder Morgan virtual carte blanche to exploit Alberta's oil sands. Indeed, Kinder Morgan has made no secret of its plans to increase capacity on Terasen's existing pipelines, which will export Canadian energy directly to the U.S. This deal not only transfers control of natural gas distribution for 95% of B.C. households to American interests, it also puts a strain on consumer price regulation in B.C. Increased natural gas demand in the U.S. will likely make it more profitable for Terasen to export rather than to supply domestic demand. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in British Columbia. If ratified, this deal will increase U.S. energy security at the expense of Canadian energy security. Please do everything you can to stop the selloff of this precious British Columbia asset. Yours truly, Les and Gerry Erickson

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This message was sent with High importanceFrom: Gerry Erickson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:26 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Pending Sale of Terasen Gas

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Dear Sirs and Madams, As a previous resident of BC I am concerned with the privatization of a public utility and now selling of Terasen to a US based company. Jobs will be lost in BC if this should go ahead, and most importantly costs for Hydro will rise out of reach for many BC residents.

Please do not sell Terasen, keep the public utility, costs down, and jobs in BC. Thank you, Lesa Moriarity

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From: lesa moriarity [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Selling of Terasen

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PLEASE do not consider selling this important resource to the US. If we don't protect our natural resources, there will be nothing left for future generations. The US bleeds other countries in order to protect their own resources. We can't let that happen! Lia Grundle, 233 River City Lane Campbell River, BC V9W 8H2

From: Lia Grundle [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:41 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terason gas

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Dear BCUC Commission Secretary,

I am writing to let you know of my deep concern regarding the potential sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan of the US. Terasen is a Canadian owned company and should be kept that way. Ownership of our natural resources is a key part of maintaining our sovereignty and we should do whatever we can to keep our resources in the hands of Canadians.

On behalf of my entire family, I urge the BCUC to reject the application by Kinder Morgan.

Sincerely

Lillian McIntyre

North Vancouver, BC

From: Corky McIntyre [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:49 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen sale

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My Specific Concern: For all of our futures, keep Terasen gas Canadian owned!!!

Lindsay Thorley 8 - 20390 53 Ave Langley, BC V3A 5T9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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We want Terasen to be owned and operated right here in British Columbia. NOT IN TEXAS.

From: Lionel Brownsey [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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I object to the proposed takeover bid of Terasen by Kinder Morgan.

Please protect British Columbian's right to keep our valuable resources controlled here, not in another country.

From: Lisa Wong [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:36 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Tersen - keep it in BC, not Texas!

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Dear Sir/Madam,

I'm horrified that we are even contemplating allowing the sale of the Terasen energy company to a US firm. I'm opposed to US policies and activities around stripping the earth of resources without thought for the future.

And, I shudder to think how we Canadians may be affected in the future if we sell control of our natural resources to a foreign country. Thinking only for the immediate may be our downfall. What about the future?

I strongly urge you to consider the long-term potential negative effects of this sale and vote in favour of keeping Canadian resources within Canadian control and jurisdiction.

Sincerely, Liz Gaige

Vancouver, BC 604.731.1194

From: Liz Gaige [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:36 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Opposed to Terasen/Kinder Morgan Sale

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Sincerely, Lori Henry Tel: (604) 876-2363 [email protected]

From: Lori Henry [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:54 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Sale of Terasen Inc.

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary

Box 250

900 Howe St.

Vancouver BC V6Z 2N3

Dear Sir or Madam;

I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed sale of Terasen to an American corporation. I’m not a union member and my concern is not so much about protecting Canadian jobs (although I think this is a valid issue) as it is about maintaining ownership of our heritage. Our natural resources, and the key industries associated with them, should be owned by Canadians, not by foreigners. It’s OK to sell gas, oil, steel, power, water, etc. to other countries, but it’s not OK to let outsiders own these resources or control their distribution. This opens the door to management practices that suit foreign, not Canadian, interests and amounts to an erosion of our sovereignty. Terasen should remain in Canadian hands and the profits derived from the gas that belongs to us all should stay in Canada, not flow to Houston.

Sincerely,

Lorne Avery

11034 Baxendale Rd.

Sidney BC V8L 5M4

From: Lorne Avery [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:11 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen sale

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Please keep our valuable natural resources controlled here in British Columbia, not in another country. Stop the sale of Terasen Gas. If we continue to lose control of our natural resources, soon we will loose control of our Province and our Country, we only have to look at the bad faith shown by the USA in relation to the softwood lumber and beef industry to realize we need to control as much of our resource base here in Canada to have any hope of cooperation with the USA.

Thank you Lorraine & Bob Emery, Oliver, BC

From: lorraine emery [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:35 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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I want to strongly state my opinion in

opposition of the proposed sale of

Terasen Gas to a company outside of

Canada! I cannot believe that we as a

wonderfully free and desirable province/

From: Lorraine Frazer [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:54 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: sale of Terasen Gas Company

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country would sell such a basic service

to another country especially a nation

like the United States which sees

Canada as a potential addition to their

country! Shame on us!! Please strongly

reconsider and stop this sale.

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Lorraine Frazer

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to add my voice to the thousands of British Columbians who are alarmed about the pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a U.S.-based multinational headquartered in Houston, Texas. Allowing Kinder Morgan, or any foreign-owned company, the right to control our natural resources not only places Canadian jobs at risk and jeopardizes a stable and affordable source of energy for British Columbians, the pending deal gives Kinder Morgan virtual carte blanche to exploit Alberta's oil sands. Indeed, Kinder Morgan has made no secret of its plans to increase capacity on Terasen's existing pipelines, which will export Canadian energy directly to the U.S. This deal not only transfers control of natural gas distribution for 95% of B.C. households to American interests, it also puts a strain on consumer price regulation in B.C. Increased natural gas demand in the U.S. will likely make it more profitable for Terasen to export rather than to supply domestic demand. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in British Columbia. If ratified, this deal will increase U.S. energy security at the expense of Canadian energy security. Please do everything you can to stop the selloff of this precious British Columbia asset. Yours truly, Louise Jullion 132 Government St. Victoria, BC V8V 2K7 250-380-7313

From: Louise [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:13 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: The Sale of Terasen Gas

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Dear Sir/Madam,

With the United States reeling from the hurricane-induced shortage of fossil fuels, I doubt very much that they will consider Canada's fuel needs should they acquire Terasen Gas in a takeover bid by Kinder Morgan of Texas.

Please disallow this sale. No way. Remember the softwood lumber? They will screw us out of our natural gas the same way.

Have you got grandchildren in BC? Do you want them to freeze in the dark?

Sincerely,

Louise MacMaster

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From: louise masterworkout [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:33 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Dear Sirs,

I am opposed to the sale of Terasen Gas Company to Kinder Morgan and as a resident of British Columbia request your help to oppose it too. There are extreme safety concerns that are even more important than the price of natural gas.

Kinder Morgan has a history of poor management and of operating unsafe and dangerous delivery systems. Examples include the explosions in Bellingham, WA, and Walnut Creek, CA, the latter of which killed 5 persons. In the Walnut Creek explosion Kinder Morgan was found to be willfully negligent and guilty of intentionally violating safety regulations. Management and corporate objectives have not changed since then.

Terasen has a reputation for excellent maintenance of its systems. The facts have convinced me, that will change under Kinder Morgan’s ownership. Safety is not within the profit mandate of Kinder Morgan. The risk is too high to wait and see.

Kinder Morgan is a Texas Corporation. Lest we forget, Texas brought us George W and the war for higher gas prices, Enron and higher utility prices, the Hunt Brothers and the gold fleece, and many other scoundrels. Need I say more?

Although it is true that the price that Terasen can charge us for gas is regulated by the BC Utilities Commission, the fact is supply and

From: Louise Newman [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:21 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: DANGER of the Terasen sale to Kinder Morgan

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demand controls the price of our natural gas. If you give control of the delivery to someone else with an avaricious and unlimited appetite, then demand will exceed supply and the price of natural gas goes up, BCUC or not.

Consider the possibility that by giving control of the delivery system to Kinder Morgan, they could simply refuse to deliver gas to us and instead deliver to those willing to pay more.

The sale, giving control of the delivery of natural gas to others who have clearly and demonstrably performed with gross negligence in the past, is NOT in the best interest of the citizens and residents of British Columbia.

As a resident of British Columbia I oppose the sale. Please respond and let me know what you plan to do.

Sincerely,

Louise Newman

1196 Lawson Ave.

West Vancouver, BC, V7T 1B8

Telephone: 604 926-3898

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Sent to:

By fax:

BC UTILITIES COMMISSION SECRETARY Box 250 6th Floor, 900 Howe St.,

Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2N3

Telephone 604 660 4700

Fax: 604 660 1102

Toll free: 1 800 663 1385

E-mail: [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF INVESTMENTS Investment Review Division

Industry Canada,

CD Howe Building,

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235 Queen St.,

Room 3018 East Tower,

Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0H5

Telephone: 613 954 1887

Fax: 613 996 2515

E-mail: [email protected]

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Do not allow the sale of Terasen. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in B.C. not in Texas, or any other jurisdiction beyond any controll of British Columbians. In any future disputes, such as the soft wood issue, we will lose faster IF the ownership is under u.s. jurisdiction !

The nerve of politians to even think about selling our resources....

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From: luriann downing [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen: d do not sell

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do not sell. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in B.C. not in Texas, or any other jurisdiction.

The nerve of politians to even think about selling our resources....

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From: luriann downing [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:01 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen: do not sell

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Please do not allow sell off our natural resources to American or other private entrepenures outside of Canada. Lynda Drury Floating Stone Enterprises Asian Silks and Accessories www.FloatingStone.biz (250) 337-5824 Merville, British Columbia Canada

From: Lynda Drury [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:08 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Don't sell our natural resources

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I would just like to add my name to the many people protesting the takeover of our BC owned resource Terasen Gas a Texas owned company. It is my understanding that approval of this takeover by an American company lies in your hands. I urge you to reject this selling off of our natural resources to a foreign owned company. Thank you! Lynn van der Vlist #30 - 2050 Gladwin Road Abbotsford, BC V2S 4P8

From: Lynn and Chris van der Vlist [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:02 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen Gas sale

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Please do not sell our natural resourses to the US!!! Let BC and the rest of Canada have something!!! Our esteemed Premier needs to listen to the people for a change!!! Lynne Fedun

From: Lynne [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:40 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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My Specific Concern: Premier Campbell, Why in the world would you support and promote the sale of Canadian companies and our BC resources to firms from the USA? I gather you have no desire to be re-elected ~ perhaps the payoffs and kickbacks from such deals will allow you to ride off into the sunset while the rest of us BC taxpayers are left to burn in... well.... actually... we will not be able to cover the cost of gas with zero wage increases and inflation (including inflated gas prices..) so likely we will have to resort to huddling around campfires to keep warm. Do you truly believe that our seniors citizens and persons with disabilities.. along with the rest of our population will sit back and watch you destroy this province???

M. Hewlett 17625 Woods Rd. Prince George, BC V2K 5K7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: (could NorthernBC provide some reciprocal feedback as to the impact of this petition? too often people neglect participation because they feel that they are not heard whether or not they speak up.)

Mael Castellan 3818 west 11th avenue vancouver , bc v6r 2k9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: I do not want to see our Natural Resources sent outside our country, nor do I want to see them controlled by a corporation who cares little and understands less about our values as Canandians and British Columbians. I want my money to stay in my country and support our social services and livelihoods. Do not sell Terasen! It was bad enough when BC Gas was sold. Don't make it worse. Thank you Maggie Murray

Maggie Murray 1942 Charles Street Vancouver, BC V5L 2T9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. The sale must be approved by the BC Utilities Commission which will hold hearings on the sale and so it is still possible to stop.

Maiwenn Castellan 3818 West 11th ave Vancouver, British Columbia V6R 2K9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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I am opposed that our gaz company be sold to Interests outside Canada. This will lead to depletion of our resources to be sold at higher prices to USA Marc Beaudry 1953 Naramata Rd Penticton BC V2A 8T 250-487-7481

From: Marc & Denyse Beaudry [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:28 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen: Keep it in BC

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To Whom It May Concern:

I, Mardi Dolfo-Smith, want to voice my opposition of the sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan, As a Canadian, I ask that the Commission reject this bid as it is a threat to Canadian sovereignty.

Yours truly,

Mardi Dolfo-Smith

From: Mardi Dolfo-Smith [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:53 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: BCUC, please do not approve the sale of Terasen Gas Inc to the Amercian company of Kinder Morgan. Stop the sale of our natural resources to the US. Thank you.

Marg Lochhead 2106-39th Ave Vernon, BC V1T 3A9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Sir/madam

I think it is unconscionable the federal/provincial governments of Canada would even consider turning over any of our natural resources to a foreign country. These resources belong to the people of Canada, how dare our elected governments give control of them to a foreign national. I implore the BC Utilities Commission to reject this proposed takeover bid.

Margaret Case Coquitlam, BC

From: margaret case [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:56 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen takeover

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Sirs, as a Canadian and British Columbian I am horrified and dismayed that Teresan Gas will be owned by non-Canadians. Give your collective heads a shake. Our jobs and profits are greatly needed here. It seems that the powers that be are ready to hand over the reigns to U.S. investors with no thought to the future of the people who live and work here. I heartily resent the fact that when I pay for natural gas the money will benefit people with no interest or regard for the beautiful country and people providing them with wealth and power. PLEASE STOP AND THINK. Leave us something for the children coming behind us. M. Cazzador

From: Margaret [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:53 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresan Gas

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sir, I am totally against Terasen being taken over by Kinder morgan in Texas. Please keep our gas company run by British Columbians. I do not want it controlled by another country. (Ms.) Margaret Marriott, 11616 Victoria Road South, Summerland, BC, V0H 1Z2

From: m.marriott [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: re.Terasen

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Dear Commissioners, Terasen belongs to British Columbians and I would like you to reject Kinder Morgans offer to buy it out. K. M. is an environmental hazard anywhere it operates. Please reject this takeover of our assets and intstruct the government of the day to desist in selling off our assets. Thank you. Margaret Pearson

From: Marg Pearson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:47 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: I am adamantly opposed to the sale of our resources to the U.S. or any other country. Canada is a beautiful country with so much to offer - why are we allowing it to be served up to the U.S. on a silver platter! To a country who's leader has no time for environmental problems - refuses to sign the Kyoto accord and denies us our rights in the softwood lumber dispute. Our government doesn't care about us, all they care about is big business which means more money. When you sell your soul to the devil, there's no turning back. We, as Canadians, stand to lose our country, our heritage for our children and our future! It's time Canadians took a stand against the polititians who care more about lining their pockets than about the welfare and future of our country. I beseech you to make your voice be heard - loud and clear. We cannot stand by with our eyes closed any more!!

Marguerita Thorslund - Registered Nurse 212-1780 Atkinson St. Penticton, B.C. V2A 7M6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dear Sir/Madam, Please register my objection to the potential sale of Terasen to a U.S. owned company. I believe that our natural resources should be owned and controlled here in B.C. and that Terasen should remain owned and operated in B.C. for the use of B.C. residents first and foremost. Sincerely, Marianne Kaplan

From: Marianne Kaplan [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:58 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen

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I have been informed that Terasen Gas plans to move it's operation to Texas. I am appalled by this. Please do not allow this to happen. Prices have already escalated & if they move to Texas we will surely see the same kind of escalation as we've seen in gasoline prices. Mrs. M. Barratt

From: Marie Barratt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:11 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen gas

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Friday, October 7, 2005 I would like to add my name to those who are asking you to reject the takeover bid by Kinder Morgan, proposed by Premier Gordon Campbell, for Terasen Gas. This is a natural resource of British Columbia and, as such, control should remain in British Columbia, owned and operated by the citizens of this province. Even the thought of farming out our natural resources to be controlled by the United States of America shoud be considered a criminal act against all the citizens of B.C. We would be totally at the mercy of the U.S., and we have already seen with what disdain they treat Canadians. I SUPPORT FULLY REJECTION OF THE TAKEOVER BID. Sincerely, Marie Walmsley 3218 Strathaven Lane North Vancouver, B.C. V7H 1G2

From: Walmsley, Marie [VH] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:30 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas Remaining in B.C.

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I plead that you keep Terasen owned and operated here in British Columbia and not in TEXAS!

Marilyn Parliament [email protected] 604-435-7866

From: Marilyn Parliament [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:41 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Please DO NOT SELL BC Gas to the Americans!

Marilyn Sparkes

Financial Aid Officer

Vancouver School of Theology

6000 Iona Drive, Vancouver BC V6T 1L4

604.822-1872 (direct)

604.822.0493 (facsimile)

[email protected]

From: Marilyn Sparkes [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:41 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: BC GAS

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don't privatize our heating!!! it's expensive enough living on a island

From: Marius Friedlander [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:14 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen gas Sale

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Mark Shepherd, D.C. 695 MacIntosh St. Coquitlam, B.C.

Dear Sir, I am completely opposed to the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan. When a Chinese company recently attempted to purchase a U.S. oil company, the U.S. government prevented the purchase in order to remain in control of their oil. In order to control the price and distribution of our own natural gas, this sale must be stopped. It is time that people such as yourselves started putting Canadians first, especially those living in B.C. We must remain in control of our own natural resources if we are to enjoy a prosperous and independent future. Yours truly, Mark Shepherd, D.C.

From: mark shepherd [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:51 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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October 6, 2005 I would like to add my name to the list of British Columbians who want to see Terasen owned and operated in B.C. This is a valuable natural resource.(look what happened to Argentina). Marlene Triggs 1822 E. 2nd Avenue Vancouver, B.C. V5N 1E2


From: Marlene Triggs [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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I like to tell the BCUC to protect British Columbians'right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here,not in another country! Marten.m.a.Devries,Sidney Bc.

From: Max Devries [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:34 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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Sir/Madam

As a British Columbian I object to our natural resources being taken over by private companies. We lose all the benefits of our hard work over the years, not to mention the money we have paid in taxes.

The resources we have must be kept within BC and controlled by us the people of BC, not by another country.

Stop giving our province away!

E. Martin Dick

Concerned Citizen & Taxpayer

From: Martin Dick [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:33 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: NATURAL RESOURCES

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Dear Sir, I strenuously oppose the proposed sale of Terasen. I ask that you rejected the proposed takeover bid in order to protect and maintain our natural resources under BC control. Yours faithfully, Mary Gavan Concerned citizen.

From: Mary Gavan [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:15 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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It unconscionable that a British Columbia company is being sold to an American based corporation. The BC Utilities Commission has the power to reject the takeover and must do so on behalf of the citizens of British Columbia. The resources of our province must be protected for present and future generations and ownership remain in the province. (Mrs.) M.L. Stansfeld-Jones Coquitlam

From: mary lou [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:41 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: TERASEN GAS

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As a Vancouver-born citizen of BC and Canada I urge the BC Utilities Commission to keep Terasen Gas for all British-Columbians and not approve its sale to Kinder Morgan, or any other foreign owner. The bewildering and continuing sales of our national, regional and local environmental and industrial birthright to other countires, along with our right to control and benefit from the natural resources that we use and need to survive, must stop here!

From: Mary Lynne Jewell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:13 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen: Keep it in BC, not Texas!

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I have been under the impression that governments are supposed to 'act for the common good'. Surely allowing Terasen Gas to be run from Texas is not in the best interests of British Columbians! I urge you to block the sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan. Control and operation of our natural resources should remain in Canada. I feel very strongly that the B.C. Utilities Commission should reject this take over bid. The Americans have not acted honourably within the NAFTA agreements, why should they do any differently with BCGAS??? With respect Mary O'Donovan

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From: mary odonovan [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:29 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: the common good

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My Specific Concern: I had understood that the Government was meant to act in the interest of its citizens. Allowing the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan is acting against the long term interests of the citizens of BC. The control of our natural resources must NOT go to Texas. Privatisation is one thing, allowing the a US company to control our natural gas is a very dangerous step. I urge you to listen to the people of this province and stop this insanity. Thank you.

Mary O''Donovan 40 West 2lst Avenue Vancouver , BC V5Y 2C9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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To whom it may concern,

Please, DO NOT ALLOW Terasen Gas to be sold to a U.S. company, any U.S. company.

Can we really trust a U.S. company with our natural resources after the Softwood Lumber dispute? Even with local regulations, KEEP OUR B.C. RESOURSES IN B.C. AND CONTROLLED BY BRITISH COLUMBIANS.

Stop the sale,

Maureen Mounzer

188 Monte Vista Court,

North Vancouver, B.C.

V7N 4N1

From: Maureen Mounzer [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:57 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]: 'Jim & Irene Chappell'Subject: do not sell Terasen to the U.S.

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i am appalled to learn that terasen gas is being sold to a texas company. if we keep moving companies out of province we lose taxes and jobs. what is wrong with you people? the americans are so protectionist, they wouldn't let that happen in their country. why so we have to lose our resources, do we want to become another california and have blackouts and heating problems because our natural gas has gone to heat the united states of american.

keep terasen a canadian company please.

maureen wakefield

langley b.c.

From: maureen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:31 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: selling of terasen gas

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We strongly oppose the selling of Terasen. We want to keep Terasen owned an operated in B.C.

From: Max and Sharon [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:14 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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To Members of the BC Utilities Commission: We object to the sale of Terasen to the U.S. BC's valuable natural resources must stay in BC. Selling it to a foreign company is a big mistake. May Tong & Stephen Au 6589 Dawson Street Vancouver, BC Note: forwarded message attached. May


From: May Tong [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:19 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Terasen in BC

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My Specific Concern: To Whom it May Concern, I cannot believe that our provincial government can knowingly make a decision that is so clearly detrimental to the ability of future British Columbians to exert any control over such matters as fundamental as heating and energy. I can't get over how people I didn't even vote for can jeapordize my future so recklessly. I am twenty-six years old, I vote, but I don't imagine my citizen's voice counts for much in Texas. You are fools, and it isn't only your future at stake here. It's mine too. I do not authorize this sale. I do not authorize your actions. Megan Harvey

Megan Harvey 40 W. 21st AVE Vancouver, B.C. V5Y 2C9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. The sale must be approved by the BC Utilities Commission which will hold hearings on the sale and so it is still possible to stop.I strongly disagree with the sale of our natural resources to greedy economic invaders.

mehdi naimi 1190 dobler road parksville, bc v9p 9b6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Hello, along with many BC residents we consider the legislation initiated by our Liberal government making it possible to sell our control of our natural resources to a foreign owner to be tantamount to an act of treason and will certainly be expressing our feelings at the next provincial elections. Melanie and Colin Horel, Revelstoke BC

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From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:31 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan

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-----Original Message----- From: Michael Baynham [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: October 7, 2005 5:07 AM To: 'Commission.' Subject: Selling of Terasen Gas

WITHOUT PREJUDICE

Dear Sir or Madam; The following is an e-mail that I sent to Mr. Campbell;

Dear Mr. Campbell; Did you or did you not take an oath of office in 1994, 1996, 2001, 2005? If you did was it to benefit the people of British Columbia or to benefit other countries? I am incensed that you sold B.C. Rail as it was not yours to give or sell, it was ours. I am incensed that you gave away billing rights to B.C. Hydro this too was not yours to give or sell, it is ours.

Now you want to sell Terasen gas to Texas???

Sober up!!

Michael Baynham

This might not be a politically correct letter to send to a convicted drunk but it is definitely appropriate. The man (Gordon Campbell) in my opinion has to be drunk to sell off everything that British Columbians have worked hard for over the years. Then he comes in and because he got elected he thinks he owns B.C. and can sell it willy-nilly? In other words I am

From: Michael Baynham [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:27 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: FW: Selling of Terasen Gas

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exceptionally unsympathetic to the (in my opinion) stupidity of this Premier. From what I understand he is going to sell Terasen Gas for three Billion dollars but long range forecasters have said that Terasen gas will bring in approx. 2.6?, Billion in three years. If these figures are correct that means that in nine years Terasen Gas will bring in, to the B.C. coffers, 7.8 Billion dollars. Which also means that B.C. will lose 4.8 billion dollars in a nine year period if this convicted drunk does what he wants to do. I am definitely against this proposal.

Very Truly Yours

Michael Baynham

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Hello,

My name is Michael Nowak, and I'm strongly opposed to the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan. Our natural resources should not be under the control of a foreign business interest who could then do what they please as far as pricing and service. It's wrong, it's un-Canadian, and the proposed takeover bid should be rejected.

Sincerely, Michael Nowak

From: Michael Nowak [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:53 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas sale

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary Box 250, 6th Floor - 900 Howe Street Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 2N3 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing in order to share my deepest concern regarding the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan Inc., which you will soon be asked to approve. Since the implementation of the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, I have witnessed the increasing loss of control over the country's energy resources and its infrastructures. From the elimination of the 25-year contingency reserve provision, to the implementation of the proportional sharing provision, most of Canada's energy decisions have resulted in our country losing sovereignty over our resources. This sale will undoubtedly rob B.C. communities of the power to influence future energy decisions in the province. It will also reinforce the view that Canadians are, in effect, becoming tenants in their own land. I urge you to prevent this deal by refusing to ratify it until such time as an exhaustive evaluation of Canada's energy situation is completed and provincial - and national - energy strategies are drafted and adopted. As the U.S. Administration is keen to highlight, control of energy resources will be the struggle of the future. Canada needs to start preparing for this struggle and defending infrastructures built and paid for by the Canadian public. Sincerely, Michael Scott 18-1235 Johnson St Coquitlam,BC

From: Michael Scott [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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Dear Sir;

I am very concerned about the proposal to sell Terasen to

Kinder Morgan.

This is another move that will put Canada more under U.S.

control. Profits will move to Texas rather than staying here

in Canada.

The U.S. refuses to sign the Kyoto Accord and, in fact, believes

it has the right to use increasing amounts of oil and gas. Control

of fuel sources ( and water, but that's a different issue ) will

become an increasingly " hot " topic as these resources become

more and more scarce. Why would we want to put ourselves

more and more under U.S. control ?

Please do not sell us out !! Stop the proposed sale of Terasen

to Kinder Morgan, or any other U.S. corporation.

Thank you.

Michael W. Pidgeon

4372 Carolyn Drive

North Vancouver, B.C. V7R 4A6

From: Michael Pidgeon [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:00 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]: Michael PidgeonSubject: Keep Terasen In British Columbia

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To whom it may concern I oppose the sale of Terasen gas to a US company. It is a public company that should remain so. Michele Stasiuk

From: Stasiuk, Michele [NS] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:10 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: sale of terasen

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Dear Sirs/Madams, I am writing to voice my objection to the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan. Terasen Gas was built with public funds and it should be used in the best interests of the public. The B.C. liberal government first allowed B.C. Gas to be sold to private interests here in Canada and now they have removed the Canadian content of ownership restrictions and as a result a Texas company is poised to take a irreplaceable public resource out of the hands of the Canadian public forever. This must not be allowed to happen. Fuel is one of the largest movers of international power and policy. We must not allow our resources to be traded away for short term gain. Please oppose the sale of Terasen gas and keep power in the hands of Canadians. Thank-you for your attention to this matter. Mieke Bray 2515 Parker Street Vancouver, B.C. V5K 2T2

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From: mieke [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:45 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]: [email protected]: Stop the sale of Terasen

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary. I wish to record my very strong opposition to the proposed sale of Terasen Gas to non-Canadian interests. In the matter of soft-wood trade we have seen how flagrantly the USA disregards NAFTA, a written agreement between the governments of Canada and the USA: And having lost round after round of lawful mechanisms for dispute-settlement the USA still will not honour the Agreement. We have also seen now a USA company, contracted to provide a confidential, health-care service to British Columbians, will, nevertheless, pass those confidential health records to USA agencies even though that would be contrary to Canadian legislation. Clearly, the USA government, its agencies and its companies will disregard Canadian and International laws, and ignore written agreements between governments when they perceive that to be in their own security, economic, political or other interests. It would be utterly foolhardy and malfeasant to allow BC's natural resources to pass to the control of a USA company or entity. It is unconscionable that some Canadians are driven by an ideology that believes that government has no place interfering in free-trade. Such naivety! See how the USA government operates on NAFTA. The ideologists are gradually taking Canada (via chattel status) to union with USA. Please Commission, and Government of Canada, make sound and practical decisions for our children and grandchildren. Please protect our natural resources. Do not allow control of them pass into USA. Mike Jones

From: Mike Jones [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:05 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen + Kinder Morgan

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I write to voice my complete opposition of the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan (of the USA).

Ownership of Terasen Gas simply must remain in BC, with the people of BC.

Further, there has been inadequate openness and transparency around the entire proceedings.

Sincerely,

Mike Renz

Abbotsford, BC

From: Mike Renz [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:01 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject:

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This is the first time I have commented on our government"s actions and I am very disappointed. The recent anouncement on the sael of teresan to an american company is outrageous. If this sale goes through I would never support this government again. MIke Repp.

From: Mike Repp [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: teresan gas.

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My Specific Concern: I strongly apposed the sale of Terasen. The US does not care about Canadian interests as is clearly shown in the ongoing software lumber dispute. Why give away precious resources? Hold on to Terasen!!

Mike Schwarz - Techvibes Media Inc. www.Techvibes.com 308, 1040 Hamilton Street Vancouver, BC V6B 2R9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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To BCUC; I want Terasen Gas to remain owned and operated here in B.C., NOT TEXAS!

From: mike warawa ["mike warawa"@shaw.ca] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: STOP THE SALE TERESAN GAS

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I want to keep our natural resources controlled here in British Columbia,and not in another country!!!

Monika Melvin 4039 cavendish Dr Richmond BC V7E 5N4




From: Monika Melvin [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:27 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Tersen in BC

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To Whom it may Concern; We - Arthur and Margaret Moore at #103 - 2050 Quebec Street, Penticton, B.C. do not wish our Terasen utility to be sold to Kinder Morgan of the United States. This is a formal letter to protest the sale. Thank you - The Moores

From: art and marge [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:08 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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Keep Terasen In B.C. to be owned and operated in B.C. not Texas Mrs.P. Maclennan Mr. Keith Brown Mr.Michael Brown

From: Pat [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:00 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Protest

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To Whom It May Concern: I am unhappy with the announcement that Terasen will be owned by a foreign corporation. I was led to believe, by the info in my Terasen monthly mailing, that ownership of the resources is not the business that Terasen is in, or ever has been in. That impression is apparently incorrect. Thank you for taking the iniative to oppose this development. Regards, Murray Speer, B.A. Director, Bookstores Kwantlen University College 12666 - 72 Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3W 2M8 Ph: 604-599-2130 Cel: 604-771-0596 Fax: 604-599-2262 www.kwantlen.ca/bookstore

From: Murray Speer [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:27 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen ownership issue

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As a citizen of British Columbia, I ask that you please keep our major gas company, Terasen, locally owned and operated. Peace out.

Sincerely,

Naman Wiesel

From: Naman W [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:14 PMTo:Cc:Subject: Keep Terasen in BC

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My Specific Concern: What do you really think the American Company Kinder Morgan will do if you allow them to purchase Teresan Gas. How naive can you be?

Nance Charron 1897 128th Street Surrey, B.C V4A 3V5 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: Oral hearings on this proposed sale *must* take place. Do not approve this sale - "just say NO".

Nancy McKay 1031 Windbreak St. Kamloops, BC V2B 5P8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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To the BC Utilities Commission Secretary: I am apalled at the thought of Tesasen being sold to a company outside of Canada. We need to keep control of this important company so that our resources, jobs and profits remain here, in B.C. Please do not allow this to happen. Sincerely, Nancy Skjonhals and Peter Tremblay [email protected]

From: Nancy [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:13 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep Terasen in BC

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My Specific Concern: Canadians need to keep control of all of our natural resources and the distribution of such resources. Governments shouldn't be allowed to sell our resources when it suits their political agenda. In order to remain Canadian, we must retain control of our natural resources. We strongly disagree with the sale of Terasen Gas to an American company. The sale should be denied.

Nicholas and Judy Edberg 3374 Dale Lake Road Quesnel, British Columbia V2J 6E8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I am writing to tell you that I want Terasen to remain owned and operated in BC, not in Texas!!!

If you sell it, the US will own everything in Canada. Please don't let this happen!

Nick

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From: Nick [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:12 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Keep Terasen in BC, not Texas!

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Dear BCUC. B.C. utilities belong the the people and the province of B.C. It is our gas for us; this can not be for sale. You will be exporting jobs, profits and taxes. An American company wants it so it can exploit the tar sands; this co. already has a terrible environmental record. There are better solutions. sincerly pam stevenson

From: Bruce And Pam [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:34 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: opposing the sale of terasen gas

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My Specific Concern: I am opposed to the sale of Teresen Gas to Kinder Morgan. If the BC Government truly has the best interest of BC residents at heart, they will not allow this sale to proceed.

Pam Taylor 1982 Monteith Dr. Kamloops, B.C. V2E 2M8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Hello I am a Canadian Citizen and member of COPE. My message is: I want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in BC, not in Texas. And I want to protect British Columbians' right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country! I remind you that we, BCers, are NOT US CITIZENS!! We are CANADIANS! You see US ecomonies going to down and bad!!!! I don't want them to affect our provinces to get screw up for our lives' sake! Also cause the disabitlies, like me (Deaf)! Thanks, Para

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From: Para R [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:30 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresan

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Please reject the proposed takeover bid of Terasen by the Houston, Texas company. We should keep our natural resources controlled in B.C. only. Thank you. Mrs. P. Chester, Victoria

From: Pat Chester [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:28 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Sincerely,

Pat Kehler British Columbia

From: Pat Kehler [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:32 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Objection to the Sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: It is imparative that we not allow controlling shares of Canadian Corporations to move into other countries.

Pat Maxwell 381 Norton Street Penticton, BC V2A 4H9 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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My Specific Concern: I feel very deeply that we need to keep our resources in British Columbia, in Canada, not just for ourselves but for our children and their children. I believe if this sell takes place it will have very negative consequences for our country.

Patricia Lindsay Site 11, Comp 9, RR #1 Naramata, B.C. V0H 1N0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Mr. Lajeunesse, Thank you for your response. I am disappointed that you think so little of Canadian citizens and businesses that you believe they need "help" from foreign investment. Even Vander Zalm knew to limit foreign control when Terasen was created from BC Gas. The citizens of BC want, and deserve, to maintain ownership and control of their natural resources. Patrick Dubois (604) 872-6678 [email protected]

-----Original Message----- From: Charlebois, Michel: POL [mailto:[email protected]]On Behalf Of Investcan: POL Sent: September 30, 2005 6:46 AM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: DO NOT sell Terasen Gas Importance: High Thank you for your e-mail concerning the proposed acquisition of Terasen Inc. by Kinder Morgan Inc.

The Government of Canada recognizes that foreign investment plays an important role in the Canadian economy. Foreign investors bring with them knowledge, capabilities and technology which can increase the productivity, efficiency and competitiveness of Canadian firms. These investments frequently help Canadian-based companies to expand and create jobs for Canadians.

Canadians have benefited greatly from opening the country’s borders to trade and investment. Since 1997, Canada has the highest growth of output and employment among G-7 countries. The international competition for foreign investment is intense and we are challenged to ensure that we create and maintain a positive environment that signals to the rest of the world that Canada is a great place to do business.

Recognizing the importance of investment flows into the country, Canada has a broad framework in place to promote trade and investment, while, at the same time, protecting Canadian interests.

From: Patrick Dubois [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:24 AMTo: Investcan: POLCc: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXSubject: RE: DO NOT sell Terasen Gas

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The Investment Canada Act (the ICA) is a key part of that framework. The ICA provides a mechanism to review significant acquisitions of Canadian enterprises by non-Canadian companies and to determine if they will be of net benefit to Canada.

The factors considered as part of the net benefit test are listed in the ICA. They include such considerations as the effect of the investment on the level of production, employment, and competition in Canada, and the compatibility of the investment with our economic and cultural policies.

As the Minister of Industry, the Honourable David L. Emerson is responsible for the ICA. In this capacity, he can negotiate enforceable commitments with the investor, during the review process, to shape an investment deal in such a manner that it will provide net benefit to Canada. Industry Canada officials work closely with potential investors to negotiate these commitments. They also consult with other federal government departments, and the provinces, to obtain their views and concerns relating to the acquisition.

I can assure you that any investment reviews conducted under the ICA are done with rigour, in a view to ensure that the interests of Canadians are protected. Specifically, any investments by foreign companies to acquire control of large Canadians businesses must demonstrate net benefit to Canada to obtain the approval of the Minister. Should you wish to obtain additional information on the ICA, you may want to visit the internet at http://investcan.ic.gc.ca.

You should also be aware that any Canadian operation of foreign enterprises are required to conform to all Canadian rules and regulations. These include, but are not limited to, the regulatory regime administered by the National Energy Board at the federal level and provincial regulation of energy utilities.

Thank you again for your interest in this matter.

Your truly,

L. Richard Lajeunesse Gestionnaire, Unité de la certification et des données/Manager, Certification and Data Unit Division de l'examen des investissements/Investment Review Division Industrie Canada/Industry Canada

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-----Original Message----- From: Patrick Dubois [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2005 7:17 PM To: [email protected] Cc: Investcan: POL Subject: DO NOT sell Terasen Gas

As a citizen of British Columbia, I urge you to do all in your power to prevent (and reverse, if possible) the privitization of any natural resources or energy sources. In particular, the sale of Terasen Gas to anyone outside BC must be prohibited and the original ownership/directorship restrictions be re-instated.

I look forward to your response.

Patrick Dubois (604) 872-6678 [email protected]

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Dear Sirs: I understand that the BC Utilities Commission is considering allowing the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan of Texas. May I urge you to refuse permission for this transfer of ownership from BC to the USA. I have no grudge against American investment in Canadian resources, but it seems shortsighted to let a controlling interest in such an important utility to be transferred to a company which is not able to have Canadian interests at heart. To maintain control of our own resources cannot be construed as isolationism or anti-Americanism, but it is impossible to imagine that Canada can be best served by exporting jobs and losing taxes to a foreign country. The history of Canada has been the story of a gradual but definite move away from colonial status to independence and self reliance. Please do not undo the work of generations by allowing us to become again merely a supplier of natural resources to any power outside our own borders. Even with the promises of mutual respect and cooperation implicit in NAFTA it is evident that fairness and freedom are not principles that can be counted on in dealing with our American neighbours. There is, then, grave cause to doubt that Canada could prevail in any dispute over arrangements with foreign owners of an essential commodity such as natural gas. You can't hope to win any game after you have given away your aces to the opposite players. Sincerely, Paul Birch

From: Paul Birch [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:07 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: Do not sell our resourses!!!! I am protesting !!!!!!

Paul Sutter 2202 Tamarack Drive Courtenay, BC V9N 9C1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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My Specific Concern: Don't sell such a great profit to our country.

Pauline Gendron - student #114 250 Briarwood Rd kelowna, BC V1X 2G3 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I am horrified that our natural resources, specifically, our natural gas , is to be sold to U.S. interests. It is time to stop handing over control of our resources to those who don't have no concern for our best interests. The natural resources of our province belong to the people of this province and should be controlled and exploited in the best interests of the populace of B.C. and the rest of Canada.Please Stop the sale of Terasen Gas. Pauline Mott 307 14950 Thrift Ave White Rock BC V4B 2J9

From: pauline mott [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:41 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary Box 250, 900 Howe Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2N3 Email: [email protected] October 05, 2005 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to express my profound disagreement with the proposed sale of Terasen to the American Company, Kinder Morgan and to urge the members of the BC Utilities Commission to reject the proposed takeover bid. Terasen is a British Columbian company. It employs British Columbians to provide BC gas to other British Columbians. It is imperative that BC citizens retain sovereignty over our valuable natural resources. We cannot allow such a vital resource to be controlled by outside interests. Kinder Morgan is a huge corporation. It will not and probably cannot put the concerns and welfare of Terasen consumers or British Columbian citizens at the forefront of business plans. In fact, the recent American response to the softwood lumber concerns speaks volumes about how Americans respond to Canadian concerns and we should all beware. Consider very carefully how new American legislation to protect and secure its own energy needs will affect Canadian sovereignty of energy resources that are owned by Americans. Do not put BC in a position where our resources will be used to supply other nations first. As members of the BCUC you are responsible for doing what is best for British Columbia. What is best for British Columbia is retaining control of our natural resources now and for the future. Please do not allow the proposed takeover of Terasen by Kinder Morgan to proceed. Yours truly, Pauline Veto 210-4458 Albert St Burnaby, BC V5C 2G2



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Hi

I am writing this letter to voice my concern about the sale of Terasen gas . This seems like a very bad idea. If a US company gains control over Terasen, god only knows what will happen to our energy in the future.

We have already seen that the United States cares little about international trade agreements and regulations. Often simply ignoring ruling they do not agree with.

If a serious energy crisis every developed we would be felt in a very vulnerable situation. The concerns of the citizens of BC would fall on deaf ears

Please do not approve this sale.

Thank You

Perry Crann

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen gas

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My Specific Concern: We need to keep profits from business and resources in BC as much as possible.Keep the wealth at home.

Peter Campbell 6091 Montgomery Cres Prince George , BC v2k 2e3 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Sirs I wanted you to know that I am opposed to the sale of Teresen to a non-Canadian purchaser. Even though this is a distribution only company and this does not involve the sale of natural resources, it would mean that the delivered price of a Canadian natural resource to Canadian homes would be controlled by United States interests. I do not believe those US interests would put Canadian interests first. I am concerned that the US interests would, in a world of shortages, price our resources out of sight for our use, so that Americans could get them first. I know BCUC is supposed to control the price of natural gas, but I still believe that the US interests would arrange it somehow that Canadians would come second or third to their own interests. We have seen how the US treats us in regards to softwood and shingles. They would like to get our water. They would like to control our oil. They would like to control our natural gas. If they can't buy the resource outright, than buying the distribution company would be the next best thing for their interests. Please reject the sale of Teresen to any non-Canadian purchaser. Sincerely Phil Cove RR2 S41 C39 Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 ph 250 498 6656 [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> 7 October 2005

From: Phil Cove [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:08 AMTo: [email protected]:Subject: Teresen Hearings

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DO NOT SELL TERASEN!

From: philglerum [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:50 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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----- Original Message ----- From: "Wayne Buck" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, October 07, 2005 11:31 PM Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

> Dear Secretary: > > We are writing to express our objection to the sale of Terasen Gas to > Kinder-Morgan, a foreign company. > > Natural gas heats most homes in British Columbia, including ours. Terasen > has a monopoly on the sale of natural gas in British Columbia, unlike oil > we > have no choice when it comes to purchasing natural gas, we must buy from > Terasen. > > Should Kinder-Margan be permitted to purchase Terasen, a foreign company > will hold a monopoly on natural gas in British Columbia. As Canadians we > will lose control of our ability to heat our homes. > > We realize that politicians are saying there are regulations that won't > allow a foreign company to hold us to ransom, but there are regulations in > NAFTA governing free trade, yet they are being ignored. What assurance > do > we have that it won't happen with natural gas, particularly during an > energy > crisis. Where will Kinder-Morgan loyalties rest then, with America or > British Columbia. We doubt that it will be British Columbia. > > As citizens of British Columbia we urge you not to allow foreign ownership > of our most important natural resource. > > Yours truly > > > > Priscilla F. Buck & Wayne J. Buck > 1008 Mill Street, > Nelson, B.C. >

From: Wayne Buck [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:37 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Fw: Sale of Terasen Gas

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I want to strongly object to your considering the take over of Terasen Utilities by Kinder Morgan of Texas. I want to protect British

Columbians’ right to keep our valuable natural

resources controlled here, not in another country!

This is not what I voted the current

government in for!

How many more of our services and/or resources and companies are going to be moved out of this province into the hands of others?

“If we keep moving things out of province and we keep headquartering someplace down in the U.S. or elsewhere in Canada, we’re not only going to lose taxes, we’re going to lose jobs.”

Do the right thing, keep Terasen in BC and in CANADIAN hands!

From: R.Maas [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen sale.

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Dear Sir or Madam; This proposed sale is just wrong for the future of BC and indeed all of Canada. When we start allowing foreign companies to control our natural recourses we are doomed as an independent nation. This sale must be stopped. Your children and grand children will pay the price of this folly. Respectfully yours, Randall R. McQueen Awakened citizen!

From: Randall McQueen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:46 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen sale

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I hope to see Terasen remain in B.C .Thank you Ray Mulrooney Okanagan Falls B.C

From: Barb and Ray [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:24 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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My Specific Concern: As a lifetime resident of British Columbia, I am incredibly concerned with the repercussions of this sale and others like it. We as Canadians should stand against any and all liquidation of our national resources to the United States, if for no other reason than that it is compromising our autonomy and increasing our dependence upon a system that places its own interests before ours. Should we really trust Kinder Morgan to govern our gas needs and address our environmental concerns in good faith, given its appalling track record? I think not. I am particularily wary of the sale and those entrusted with its handling, given two factors. 1)That certain elements smack of "conflict of interest" in the style of Dick Cheney and his Halliburton antics. One needs only to graze the surface of the affair, with particular attention to those with the power of determining whether the sale proceeds or not, to understand what I mean. 2)That Hell would freeze over before the U.S. ever allowed any of its natural resources to be bought off by other countries in this manner. One has to wonder why our government is so willing to allow this "garage sale" mentality to infiltrate its own views then? Especially with regard to a company that is in no kind of financial trouble, unlike MacBlo. Don't believe the hype. This sale will in no way benefit British Columbians or Canadians at large. Quite the opposite. We therefore need to take a stand against it, and we need to do it now, before a snowflake becomes an avalanche and we are all left pointing the finger at one another, wondering who is to blame for the erosion of our way of life. The answer is this: the culprits will be us. The eroding effect? Apathy. I expect more from both my government and my fellow citizens. Shouldn't we all?

Rebecca Clarke #308-2345 West 5th Ave. Vancouver, B.C. V6K 1S6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press


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TO BCUC TERASEN GAS BELONGS TO BRITISH COLUMBIA! you have no business selling something that belongs to British Columbians without first having a referendum. this message is.... KEEP IT IN B.C., NOT TEXAS a very concerned British Columbian. Regina and Garry Stevens 9925 Shad Road Prince George, B.C. V2N 6L7

From: regina stevens [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:28 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: KEEP IT IN B.C. NOT TEXAS

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I have been a BC Gas (Terasen) consumer for over 42 years and I feel compelled to let you know how strongly I feel about keeping this utility owned and operated by British Columbia. Difficult as it is to keep prices at a reasonable level, in foreign hands it could get worse! Please say NO to the sale of Terasen Gas. Sincerely yours, Mrs. Reta Lemaster

From: Reta Lemaster [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:33 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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RE: STOP SALE OF TERASEN GAS, BC RESOURCES I want to say that I am totally against (not for), the sale of Terasen Gas and want to stop the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a Houston Texas based organization or to any corporation that would take the control of BC gas away from BC residents. It is scandalous to even be considering the sale of Terasen Gas to a corporation outside of BC. Allowing the sale will deprive BC residents of fair pricing of a resource that is BC based. Any official who would allow the sale of BC resources or the control of it to outside entities is a traitor to the position that has been entrusted to them. It should be a crime with penalties to those who would sell these resources. These resources need to be held in trust for BC residents both present and future. Sincerely yours, Rev. Georgia Kutt

From: Georgia Kutt [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:22 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: This gas is the property of the PEOPLE of British Columbia. The control and distribution should stay in our province --if anything, it should be nationalized in order to protect the interests of the people of British Columbia, NOT the financial interests of some American (or Canadian) mega-company!

Ric B. Edberg - retired 3497 Red Bluff Road Quesnel, BC v2j 6e1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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The proposed sale of Terasen Gas to a U.S. company is one of the worst ideas we have heard recently. Don't do it! We all know how hungry for energy resources the U.S. is, and how little we can trust the U.S. to honor its trade commitments: witness the endless softwood labour dispute, despite numerous rulings in our favor by the NAFTA. We should keep all the major resources we can in Canadian hands -- just in case. Sincerely, Richard and Jennifer Hoen, B.C. residents and taxpayers and Canadian citizens

From: rwhoen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:52 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen sale

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Sir/Madam: We object to the sale of Terasen Gas to Texan based Kinder Morgan. That would be a "fine kettle-of-fish" to have to buy back our own gas from a US company. On top of that, we'd have no say in what they'd charge Canadians, to the point I might add, for subsidizing their cost to the US taxpayer. Never forget how we've already been treated by our southern friends when it comes to money (ie: softwood lumber dispute, beef cattle, unpaid hydro, etc, all to the tune of billions of $$ to our economy). The only thing that counts is the bottom line, and believe us when we say, "We will pay big time for our own natural resource if Terasen Gas is sold to this company". Keep ownership at home. Richard and Michele Vandekamp 19325 - 120 Ave Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1J7

From: The Vandekamps [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:23 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: Keep Teresan totally Canadian owned, with restrictions previous implemented by the B.C.Gov't

Richard Davis - Machinist 1525 55A St. Delta, B.C. V4M 3M6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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What is premier Campbell thinking? I believe he thinks that by selling BC revenue resources and reducing the "debt" he will appear to be doing a good job of governing and be re-elected! What a scam! Does he really want us to believe that we will benifit by letting Terasen go to Kinder Morgan? I was shocked when our government transferred control of BC Gas to Terasen, a private for profit 'off shore'company, especially when we were warned by other people accross Canada where gas supply was privatised that their rates had increased excessivly. But then to allow Terasen to turn over control of OUR BC resource to a company in another country! This is insane! We dont need or want a forign company controlling our resources in BC. There is already too much forign ownership and resulting control of Canadian markets and resources. We are a sovreign country not just a source of natural resources to be exploited by foreign companies. STOP this ridiculous transfer of control to a Texas company whose only goal is profit for the owners at the expense of British Columbian citizens. Think about it, the only reason Kinder Morgan wants it is because it is a profitable investment at our expense. Keep the control of our resources in BC and any resulting profit derived in BC also. STOP THIS SALE! Richard France 1649 W 69th Ave Vancouver, V6P 2W7 604 266 5892

From: D France [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:34 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen/Kinder Morgan

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My Specific Concern: "I am writing to protest the sale of Terasen Gas to the US company Kinder Morgan. The sale must be approved by the BC Utilities Commission which will hold hearings on the sale and so it is still possible to stop."

Richard Maki 1710 10 Ave. S.W. Salmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1T4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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Dear Secretary:

PLEASE!

As a tax paying citizen of British Columbia and Canada I am writing to state emphatically that I DO NOT want Terasen Gas sold to Kinder Martin. Please reject the proposed takeover bid. Please reject the proposed takeover bid. Natural gas is our natural resource and no company has the right to sell such resources without the consent of the British Columbia citizens. Please keep these resources in Canada. Sincerely,

Richard Williams

From: Rick Williams [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:43 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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As taxpayers of BC we wish to object in the most extreme terms to the sale of Terasen to Texas-based Kinder Morgan. Please do whatever you can to block the sale and keep this and other publicly owned assets and companys as a part of British Columbia. Thank you for your attention. Rick & Lorrie Rhodes 6155 Bremner rd Williams Lake BC V2G 5L9

From: Lorrie & Rick Rhodes [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:28 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Sale of Terasen to Texas-based Kinder Morgan

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you must ask yourselves- Who benefits most fom this transaction ? (Short term and long term) How many people will benefit? (Will your children? Your grandchildren? Ask them?) What are the pros and cons, for and against this sale? Will there be more positive or negative future ramifications? What are the benefits or liabilities to me as an individual political entity? Who am I serving? [email protected] tPoO

From: Rick Fence [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:43 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Gentlemen, Regarding the Terasen sale....

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I strongly object to the sale of Terasen to a non Canadian Corporation.

Richard A. Folka

104 Glover Ave

New Westminster, BC

V3L 2A6

From: Rick Folka [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:48 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Objection to the sale of Terasen

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Do not let Teresan Gas be sold. We need to hold control of our utilities.

Rick J Gusland ranger3@shaw .ca [email protected] HAVE A REALLY GREAT LIFE

From: R G [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:44 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresan Gas

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Dear Sir: If you sell Terasen, here is what will happen.

1) We will get last priority for gas, the Americans first.

2) All the good jobs will go to the USA.

3) All private customer information will be handed over to the US Govt, in the name of Homeland Security.

4) The price of gas will go way up.

5) All the profits will go to the USA, not stay here.

Do not sell Terasen. Regards, Rick Wallach

From: Rick Wallach [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:34 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Gas

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October 7, 2005 Sale of Terasen to Kinder-Morgan Sirs, as a native of this province and a tax payer for more than 50 years I respectfully submit that Terasen should not be sold to an American Company nor any other foreign investor. 1. There surely will be a loss of jobs, because any job that is done by telephone or computer certainly will be exported elsewhere. Please do not allow this to happen, we cannot and should not be exporting these good paying jobs. 2. We should not even consider passing control of our resources to Americans or any other foreign investor. 3. Some senior members of Terasen will personally profit tremendously from this transaction In other words are the best interests of our energy needs being looked after. 4. Kinder-Morgan has a horrible track record in regards to Safety, Environment and Labor Relations. There accounting procedures are also being questioned in the USA. In other words the ethics of this transaction are very questionable. 5.Why would we sacrifice the security of the people of this province because it will make somebody rich? 6. Sir\Madam, these are our resources, I beg that you will not let this transaction take place. Thank You Rino & Emma Manarin 305 1125 Gilford Street Vancouver BC V6G 2P7



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I wish to comment that the sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan is shortsighted and will in the long term be detrimental to the economy of B.C. and the well being of its citizens. Rob Shelley, Cranbrook B.C.

From: Rob Shelley [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:57 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: The bungling, underhanded attempt to sell off Terasen Gas, to an American company no less, (poorly) run by former Enron execs (there's something that inspires trust), is a disgusting move that defies logic. You jeopordize the safety and welfare of your constituants-the people that elected you. You jeopordize the future of the province-your home (unless, that is, you have a nice ranch waiting for you in Texas?) You jeopordize the sovergnty of your province and our country (well, obviously not *your* country as you've plainly shown your red, white & blue stripes) by trying to sell off one of the core utilities. This is not the "due diligence" you were elected to practise-it is a bare-faced attempt to buy favour from a foreign power by demeaning and debasing yourselves, and you should be ashamed. Your parents and relatives (if indeed you were spawned from Canadian blood) would and should justifiably be horrified by your actions.

Robert Bagamery - disgusted and appalled citizen of Canada 1293 Beaumont St Winnipeg, MB R3T 0M1 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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To Whom It May Concern:

If I thought a letter by regular mail would have more impact I would use my word processor to transcribe my thoughts and then send a you hard copy. I hope I am not making a mistake in communicating my concerns around the proposed sale of Terasen to Kinder Morgan via this e-mail format. In either case my thoughts and concerns would, of course, be the same.

It concerns me, at least on the surface of things, that it appears despite protestations of previous, generally conservative, Provincial Governments to the contrary, British Columbia is, indeed, "for sale". I have difficulty comprehending what benefit there is to myself or the rest of BC's residents in the sale of control of our own natural gas resources. I felt the same way when the Bank of British Columbia went into the hands of the Hong Kong Bank.

Natural resources are not replaceable/replenishable. Much of British Columbia and, for that matter, the rest of Canada lives in a geography of harsh winter climate where our dwindling resources are going to become of increasing importance, in fact necessity, in the coming years and generations. How, if this sale proceeds, would our critical needs be protected and/or secured?

I would suggest that Terasen, its resources and distribution network, remain in the hands and under the firm control of Canadians, preferably those of us on the western edge of our great country.

Yours most sincerely,

R. G. DOLL

From: Robert Doll [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:49 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen

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Please add my name to the list of British Columbians who want to keep our natural resources controlled here in B.C. by Canadians. Sincerely Roberta Blakeman

From: bobbi blakeman [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:32 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Tersen Gas

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I am writing to say that I do NOT want to see the delivery of our natural gas utility sold to any foreign interest. The control of our utility delivery MUST stay in BC (or at least Canadian) hands. I am a Terasen shareholder but this is way more important than any short term gain on my part. Thank you Terry Miller Jeanie Miller High Country Sportswear 11-10 Ave. S Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 2M9 [email protected] 250-489-4661

From: Jeanie Miller [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:28 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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Dear sir, I would like to urge you to help protect the rights and privaleges we enjoy with a home base and managed gas delivery system. Thank you, Robin Malahoff


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I hereby wish to state my strongest objection to allowing a foreign takeover of a natural resource that is actually a monopoly as well as non renewing. Any Government that allows this will not have my support. Rod McRae 10075-121 st. Surrey B.C. V3V 4K4

From: Rod [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:25 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen take over

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My Name is Ron Sweett and I live in Langley B.C. I am very concerned about the sale of our natural gas company to a Texas or USA company. I am a forestry worker who has just lost his job due to softwood tariffs. And now they want our gas,there is no way this should be done.USA is out for one thing themselves and our raw products. I will be totally disappointed if this sale goes thru. RON SWEETT

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Attention: B.C. Utilities Commission As a resident of B.C. and a consumer of natural gas I demand you stop the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan Inc. or any other foreign companies. This utility belongs to the people of B.C. and should stay as such. Roni Wocknitz Vernon, BC

From: Roni Wocknitz [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:55 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen

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Rosalie Macdonald,

904 4th. Street,

Nelson, B.C., V1L 2T3

Commission Secretary

B.C. Utilities Commission,

Sixth Floor, 900 Howe Street,

Vancouver, B.C., V6Z 2N3

October 2, 2005

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to you in regards to the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan. I must tell you that I am not in favor of this transaction to take place.

Perhaps I am too suspicious but I do not think that this transaction will not benefit the people of B.C., nor the whole of Canada, for this generation or future generations to come. All one has to do is click on Kinder Morgan's Asset Map on Terasen's web site to see where the many tentacles of Kinder runs to.......all to the Unites States.

With an American firm buying our natural resources, I can only believe then that the prices of Natural Gas will then be determined by our neighbours and the amount used or allowed to be used will also be determined by our neighbours south of us. That doesn't give me a very good feeling because consumption is very high down there in the south with their wars, space exploration, and just plain gluttony ie. Trump Towers.

From: rosie Macdonald [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:52 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen

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Now, please don't get my wrong, I like the American people, I just don't like their politics and selling Terasen to Kinder Morgan means that we are very likely to be affected by American politics and I am not getting any more involved as it is.

So to repeat I am not in favor of the sale of Terasen Inc. to Kinder Morgan and I hope that some of my concerns will be considered.

Sincerely yours,

Rosalie Macdonald

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I want to help protect the resources of British Columbia and urge the commission to take the necessary steps to keep the natural gas resource owned and operated in BC and not sold off to the United States.....what benefit is it to Canadians that contro of a resource so valuable is allowed to go ahead....sincerely....Rose Brown....bc resident and Canadian citizen

From: ROSE BROWN [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 1:39 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresan sell off

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consider me to be another canadian opposed to the sale of terasen gas to the current buyers. tell me....did anyone actually read this?

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From: ROSS GREEN [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:49 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen sale

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My Specific Concern: Considering how blatant the US is regarding the illegal softwood lumber tariffs and how rapacious they are when it comes to their own preservation at the expense of every other human being in the world, are you out of your minds? What will be left for us who live here? And, no there isn't plenty for everyone. You are selling your country's natural resources down the proverbial river along with all our water. Get real!!!

Russell Chartier 2157 Pinewinds Place Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dear Sir or Ma'am, I believe that a coutry's natural resources are the foundation for it's future. canada's natural resources and it's future should remain in the hands of Canadians. We have never been a greedy country and have always considered the well-being of others. We can continue to share our resources, however; I believe that we are the authorities on knowing what's best for us and how best we can share our resources. Please, reconsider the sale of Terasen Gas to any firm, business or individual outside our canadian domain

Russell Morrow #22, 2550 Golf Course Drive, Blind Bay, B.C. V0E1H1

From: Russ Morrow [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:49 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sell off of Terasen Gas

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Dear Sir or Ma'am,

I believe that a country's natural resources are the foundation for it's future. Canada's natural resources and it's future should remain in the hands of Canadians. We have never been a greedy country and have always considered the well-being of others. We can continue to share our resources, however; I believe that we are the authorities on knowing what's best for us and how best we can share our resources.

Please, reconsider the sale of Terasen Gas to any firm, business or individual outside of our Canadian domain.

Ruth MacDonald

10951-152 St

Surrey,B.C.

V3R 4H5

From: Ruth [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:57 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: To Whom It May Concern

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To whom it may concern I am writing to express my strong desire to keep Terasen owned and operated in B.C. not in Texas. I want to protect British Columbians' right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, not in another country!!! It is outrageous that Mr. Campbell, Premier of B.C. thinks he can do anything he likes. He needs to see that he can't. Yours sincerely (Mrs.) Sadie E. Patterson

From: Sadie Patterson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:59 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: Terasen Gas Should stay BC Owned.

Salim Lakhani - Ultra x-press Printing 403-119 west Pender Street VAncouver , BC V6B 3Z7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dont do it! Dont sell Terasen....keep it at home.

Sam Fielder

From: Sam Fielder [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:03 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: dont do it!

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My Specific Concern: KEEP CONTROL OF OUR NATURAL RESOURCES!! DO NOT SELL TERASEN GAS TO A US COMPANY.

Sandra Silvester 835 Westbrook Drive Kelowna, BC V1Z 1R4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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To all of the above addressees: While I am now sending this message from a different computer, I have now identified myself at the end of the "Original Message" since I realized that I failed to do so at the outset, i.e., Lynda V. Belter, Campbell River, B.C. Sorry for any inconvenience of confusion this may have caused.

----- Original Message ----- From: Bob & Lynda To: BC Utilities Commission ; Investment Review Division Industry Canada Cc: Courier-Islander ; Campbell River Mirror ; The Vancouver Sun ; Claire Trevena ; The Victoria Times Colonist ; Gordon Campbell Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2005 3:59 PM Subject: The Proposed Sale of Terasen Gas To: British Columbia Utilities Commission;

To: The Citizens of Campbell River; and

To: The Citizens of British Columbia

This is a letter about what can be accomplished when concerned citizens put their collective shoulders "to the wheel". Campbell River Citizens, we can be extremely proud of ourselves. We fought one good fight to keep Wal-Mart out of our precious Campbell River Estuary!!

Now ALL caring and concerned British Columbians have another fight on their hands - STOP THE SALE OF TERASEN GAS TO KINDER MORGAN!! For crying out loud - Kinder Morgan is an American corporation! Why in the world would we want to relinquish control of any of our natural resources to the Americans or anyone else?? The way I see it, the natural resources of British Columbia and all of Canada belong to ALL British Columbians and ALL Canadians. PERIOD. They are not for sale. I believe that the politicians do not have the legal or moral right to sell off or allow the sale of our resources. I cannot believe the way our politicians think. Whoops! I forgot. They do not think; they do not have any common sense; they do not have any allegiance to either British Columbia or Canada. I really wonder what their agenda is. What do they hope to accomplish?

Unless I have missed some of the "press", I believe there has been only one letter to the local newspaper written by Richard Hagensen of the Council of Canadians. If we do not express our opposition to the insane propositions that keep cropping up, we will no longer have any control over any aspect of our lives. Is it not enough that our governments, provincial and federal, have already shipped hundreds of thousands of jobs across the border and offshore? Are we going to stand by and let them sell off our natural resources? We must send all levels of government a message.

I truly believe that there are certain things that should be provided to Canadians as a service. Not for profit. It was totally wrong that BC Gas was allowed to be privatized in the first place. This Campbell Liberal Government is selling us down the drain. Does anyone know of any private company that is not in the business to make a profit? I don’t think so. If we think our heating costs are almost prohibitive now, what will it be like if an American company is in charge? The BC Utilities Commission will have

From: sandra simmons [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:47 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; Investment Review Division Industry CanadaCc: Courier-Islander; Campbell River Mirror; The Vancouver Sun; Trevena.MLA, Claire F LASS:EX; The Victoria

Times Colonist; OfficeofthePremier, Office PREM:EXSubject: Re: The Proposed Sale of Terasen Gas

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no power whatsoever over Kinder Morgan to maintain, upgrade, or even provide adequate and monetarily fair services to British Columbians. Remember, this is OUR natural resource.

Before we realize it, it may be too late. If this insanity keeps up, the United States of America will have taken over Canada without a shot ever having been fired.

As I stated in one of my letters opposing the Wal-Mart project, bad things happen when good people do nothing!!

PLEASE. Do something. Time is running out, but we still have an opportunity to voice our opposition and concern. A short letter or e-mail to British Columbia Utilities Commission with a copy to your local newspaper will certainly be adequate to get your message across.

Here are some e-mail addresses for anyone who cares enough to send a vitally important message:

Government: BC Utilities Commission Secretary: [email protected]; Investment Review Division - Industry Canada: [email protected]

Politicians: Gordon Campbell: [email protected]; Gordon Campbell: [email protected]; Claire Trevena: [email protected]

Newspapers: The Vancouver Sun: [email protected]; the Victoria Times Colonist: [email protected]

Lynda V. Belter

Campbell River, B.C.

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As a tax paying resident of BC. I am writing this email to express my disgust at our Liberal Government’s attempt to sell off this provinces’ resources. I implore the BC Utilities Commission to reject the takeover bid of Terasen Gas. Our resources must remain owned and operated here in BC.

Sandra Somers

535 Brooklyn Place

Comox, BC

V9M 3G6

250-339-2097

From: Sandie Somers [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:43 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Gas

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Hello:

I am writing to protest the proposed takeover bid of Terasen by a US corporation - Kinder Morgan of Houston Texas.

I truly believe that BC's (and Canada's) natural resources should be controlled here in Canada, not by a corporation from another country. As a British Columbian for 57 years I absolutely object to this sell-off of our natural resources and I hope the BCUC can stop it immediately. Sande Brinson

From: Sandy Brinson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:21 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teraen takeover

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to add my voice to the thousands of British Columbians who are alarmed about the pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a U.S.-based multinational headquartered in Houston, Texas. Allowing Kinder Morgan, or any foreign-owned company, the right to control our natural resources not only places Canadian jobs at risk and jeopardizes a stable and affordable source of energy for British Columbians, the pending deal gives Kinder Morgan virtual carte blanche to exploit Alberta's oil sands. Indeed, Kinder Morgan has made no secret of its plans to increase capacity on Terasen's existing pipelines, which will export Canadian energy directly to the U.S. This deal not only transfers control of natural gas distribution for 95% of B.C. households to American interests, it also puts a strain on consumer price regulation in B.C. Increased natural gas demand in the U.S. will likely make it more profitable for Terasen to export rather than to supply domestic demand. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in British Columbia. If ratified, this deal will increase U.S. energy security at the expense of Canadian energy security. Please do everything you can to stop the selloff of this precious British Columbia asset. Yours truly, Sandra M. Wiens

From: Sandy Wiens [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:32 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Stop the pending sale of Terasen Gas

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please keep terasen canadian!!

From: Scott and Angie Thitchener [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:30 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: keep terasen canadian

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Please take another look at this.

Enough of our country has been sold off already.

Please do not let this happen.

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From: sean cuthbert [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas Sell Off

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I would prefer not to sell Tersasun to a foreign owned company.

Thankyou,

Sharon Brink

From: Sharon Brink [[email protected]] Sent:Sun 10/9/2005 8:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasun sale

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Dear Secretary

I am against this sale of our gas company to Texas or any state of the U>S> They seem to watch out for themselves--what about our job losses and tax losses if this goes south of the border? For shame if this happens. They will want to control our water next and nevermind the disputes with softwood and Cattle? Do not sell.

Yours truly

[email protected]

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:58 AMTo: [email protected]:Subject: Terasen Gas.

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I would like you to know that I am totally against the sale of Teresen gas to Kinder Morgan. Lets keep our natural resources controlled here not in another country. Please reject this takeover bid, it is not in the best interests of British Columbians or Canadians. I don't want profits from our natural resources that should stay in this country and benefit Canadians used to build a pipeline from the tar sands to the USA Sincerely Sheryl Moore 21439 - 95th Ave\ Langley BC V1M 1T3 604-888-5223

From: Basic Optical Ltd. [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:01 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen gas

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B.C. Utilities Commission Secretary, Do not allow Terasen gas to be owned and operated from Texas. Keep BC gas in BC! Sheryl Stewart

From: Stewart [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:36 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: keep Terasen in B.C.

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To whom it may concern. I very strongly object to the sale of Terasen Gas to a FOREIGN company. No utility should be sold to a foreign company. It is most important to keep control of our own utilities. Canadian citizen, born in B. C. Shirley A. Cox

From: S Cox [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:38 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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I want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in BC, not in Texas. I want our natural resources controlled here, not in another country. This is definitely linked to the manner in which the US has flouted agreements in the softwood lumber dispute. Shirley Bell

From: Shirley Bell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:11 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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Please ensure our energy and our prices, let's not sell off our natural resources, I urge you to keep this facility in British Columbia for all British Columbians and future generations. S.A. Binder Vancouver BC

From: Shirley Binder [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:22 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Keep Teresan Gas in British Columbia

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Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to add my voice to the thousands of British Columbians who are alarmed about the pending sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, a U.S. -based multinational headquartered in Houston, Texas. Allowing Kinder Morgan, or any foreign-owned company, the right to control our natural resources not only places Canadian jobs at risk and jeopardizes a stable and affordable source of energy for British Columbians, the pending deal gives Kinder Morgan virtual carte blanche to exploit Alberta's oil sands. Indeed, KInder MOrgan has made no secret of its plans to increase capacity on Terasen's existing pipelines, which will export Canadian energy directly to the U.S. This deal not only transfers control of natural gas distribution for 95% of B.C. households to American interests, it also puts a strain on consumer price regulation in B.C. Increased natural gas demand in the U.S. will likely make it more profitable for Terasen to export rather than to supply domestic demand. Terasen should remain owned and operated here in British Columbia. If ratified, this deal will increase U.S. enery security at the expense of the Canadian energy security. Please do everything you can to stop the sell off of this precious British Columbia asset. Yours Truly, Shona Collison

From: Shona [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:53 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Stop selling B.C.

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Sir –

I am compelled to write to you on the subject of the proposed take over of what was formerly known as B C Gas ( being British Columbia Gas) which then became – unhappily for many of the people of this Province – Terasen Gas and now there is strong interest in OUR natural resources in the form of Kinder Morgan from Texas- wishing to takeover OUR corporation.

I do not know what you can do to stop this move – but it is an A-typical American natural resources grab – and regardless of what promises they might make of any kind in terms of pricing, development, the future – we can be assured that they will not stand behind those promises and we can rely on being prostituted by them in the not far distant future.

This is the same country – as the papers say daily – our greatest trading partner- that has been told by repeated decisions by NAFTA to return five Billion dollars to the softwood lumber trade and they are resisting and moving the goal posts, doing everything possible not to have to live up to their obligations under a continent wide signed Treaty – not just with Canada but Mexico as well. IF the Americans can cock a snoot at NAFTA , what then of the BCUC…? …however well meaning and conciliatory they may seem in negotiations.

I doubt if a few years ago President Bush even knew the name of Ralph Klein, who he was or where he lived, but when the United States went resource hunting and found little ole Alberta – just across the border from them- with untold wealth in natural gas and oil, well, it was full season on Alberta and press and push our way in for pipelines etc. ..

WE ARE NOT the 51st State in the Union . WE are a separate country – with Provinces all forming a Confederation and if anything we need to husband any natural resources that we may have in abundance – in any province – so that they can first and foremost be distributed to other parts of this country and not sold – for any amount of US gold or declining US dollars – to foreign parties.

From: Tony Gabriel [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:24 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas - NOT Kinder Morgan

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I hope you will look very very seriously at the wishes of many many people in this province whose natural resource and company it is before taking any action at all. This is a subject for a referendum … province wide as it will affect us all in the future.

Sincerely,

Simon Gabriel,

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To Whom it may concern, I am dismayed at th thinking of BCUC . I am shocked at the thought of allowing the Us to control our energy reserves and prices . I am against this bid further as it threatens our job security as well as our taxes. How foolish can BCUC be. Soili Reid.

From: Soili Reid [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: RE: sale of Terasen

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I reject the proposed takeover bid by Kinder Morgan - Terasen gas is a BC and Canadian property - property of the Cn'd people. The Cn'd people want to keep our natural resources and control of these resources in their own hands. This is a very important matter!

From: [email protected] [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:04 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas

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Greetings,

My name is Spencer Bailey and I am currently completing a degree in Agricultural Sciences at UBC. My studies have focused on natural resource conservation and sustainable development. The insights I have gained in following this path have taught me the absolute importance of local production of goods and local ownerships of services. Handing over ownership of Terasen to a US firm is an absolutely absurb notion. Forget the economic kickbacks that will benefit a select few within the industry and give preeminence to the BC economy and the families this industry sustains.

My deeper concern is over the control of our natural resources. As a Canadian citizen and lifetime BC resident I vehemently oppose this sale and demand we retain ownership and control of such an important industry. The entire global energy production system is facing change, brought on by dwindling supplies and increasing consumption. At the helm of this flux is research and testing for alternative methods and new, safer and more efficient ways of extracting and utilizing the wealth of natural energy our earth has to offer. I want British Columbians who live here, who cherish BC, who care passionately about its future to be directing the course of our industry, with the welfare of our citizens and environment at the forefront of its decisions. This service must be kept local!

Do not disappoint the citizens you serve! Keep these jobs and these investments in BC!

Spencer Bailey 4656 West 7th Avenue Vancouver, BC. Phone: 604-322-7759

From: Spencer Bailey [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:36 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Sell-Off

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I, Stacey Gleddie, want to voice my opposition of the sale of Teresen to Kinder Morgan, As a Canadian, I ask that the Comission reject this bid as it is a threat to Canadian sovereignty. Thank you.


From: Stacey Gleddie [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:42 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Teresen

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Enough is Enough! First they farm out our Medical Payments to a US firm, then they contract out sections of our Hospitals(Food, Laundry etc)all out of Province taking our hospital and medical systems (including Patient Care)from the finest in the country to possibly the worst in North America. Now this Liberal Government is just getting warmed up, Next they sell off BC Rail(again one of the best systems that W.A.C. Bennett put in place to open up BC's north) to C.N. Rail for a pittance again involving the USA We could go on at length on this one but to get to the main reason for this email is Teresan Gas. First BC Gas should never have been allowed to change, second the government should never have been allowed to change the legislation, but due to a majority they were able to railroad it through. The only protection the citizens of BC have to stop this sale to Kinder Morgan is BCUC and Review Div in Ottawa. If this is allowed to go through you can be assured not only a loss of jobs and revenue to the BC Public, but you will see our gas triple in price with no recourse. If they get away with this you can be sure BC Hydro and then our water will be next to go. British Columbia is probably the richest place in the world resource wise and you, the BCUC have the power to put a stop to this give away before more harm is done by these empty minded so called politicians in Victoria. Please Keep BC for the people of Bc for this Generation and future Generations Stan Young 6211 Halifax Street Burnaby BC V5B 2P7

From: Basic Optical Ltd. [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:27 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasan Gas

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My Specific Concern: We need to keep control of our own natural resources! Selling out Terasen for short term profit makes no sense. Sell gas to the U.S. not the gas company!

Steven Bradley Lonneberg 3045 Cowichan Lake Road Duncan, B.C. V9L 4B6 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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B.C. Utilites Commission Secretary

I object to the proposed takeover bid of Terasen by Kinder Morgan. I want Terasen to remain owned and operated in British Columbia.

Sybil Wyles 6 - 6300 London Road Richmond, B.C. V7E 6V3




From: Sybil Wyles [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 3:18 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Objection to the takeover of Terasen

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This wonderful province cannot and will not be able to sustain itself if we keep selling our resources and our collateral. Please keep the control oin Canada.

Sylvia Mantyka

From: Sylvia Mantyka [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:35 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: [email protected]: Terasen Gas Company

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To whom this may concern in regards to Terasen, All I have to say is keep it in the family!! It was created here, on Canadian land, then it belongs to to stay in the family of Canadians. Why do we have an obsession with selling things and making money. Giving our power away and or giving it up, should I say, more accurately. Its not like we are incapable of taking care of our own resources, we are very able! I do not agree with this idea and I strongly say, "DON'T DO IT!" Awake and present, Sylvia Verdinho. Canadian since 1976.

From: vol-bc-vanc [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:34 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Don't sell it!

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My Specific Concern: I cannot believe that our government could consciously sell the control of our natural resources to the US

Tania Lo 409-1688 East 4th Avenue Vancouver, BC V5N 1J8 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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DON'T DO IT !!!!! (LET'S KEEP IT CANADIAN, EH?)

Thank you, Terry

This message was sent with High importanceFrom: Terry Cooke [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:23 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Re: Selling Terasen Gas to a US Corporation

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I am writing to appeal to the commision to consider what is best for Canadians and British Columbians. As a Canadian and British Columbian, I believe it is in our best interest to keep BC gas in Canada. Thanh Tazumi

From: Thanh Tazumi [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:20 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Keep BC gas and resources in Canada

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary Box 250, 6th Floor - 900 Howe Street Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 2N3 Dear Sir/Madam,





Sincerely,

Tim Adams

From: Tim Adams [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Proposed sale of Terasen

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I want Terasen gas to remain a BC owned company. There is no reason to allow foreign ownership of our resources or their distribution. Please make sure that this sale does not happen. Thank you. tod mcnab

From: Tod McNab [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:47 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen gas

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Dear Sir:

We are writing to you regarding the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan, since you represent the body which has the right to stop this sale. We want BCUC to enable British Columbians to protect our right to keep our valuable natural resources controlled here, in B.C., not in another country. We want to see Terasen owned and run here in B.C., not sold to an American company, with its headquarters in Houston, Texas. Please keep Terasen Gas as a Canadian-owned company.

Sincerely yours,

Todd and Tami Leskie

"Inaction is a weapon of mass destruction."

From: todd leskie [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:09 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]:Subject: Terasen

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Dear Sirs: I object most strenuously to the sale of Terasen Gas to an American Company. Terasen should remain a company owned and operated in B.C. and not controlled by an American company. This business should never have been sold to Terasen in the first place, but should have remained under the control of B.C. Gas/B.C.Hydro. Our gas resource and distribution of same is to important to B.C. residents to have it controlled in Texas or any other American or foreign country. We also need to keep company executive jobs in Canada and not export them to Texas. I trust you will stop this sale! Yours truly Tom Bethune 1324-18 Street South Cranbrook B.C. V1C 5Y1 Tel: 250-426-7916

From: Tom/Pauline Bethune [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:00 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas Proposed Sale

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I would like to know why you people continually sell of our resources to foriegn countries.We have some of the most abundent resources on the planet & yet you want to sell them to of all people, the americans.The same americans who just love to burn us with this moronic soft wood lumber dispute.What do you think will happen if there is a real shortage of natural gas & they(the usa) need it for themselves?You can bet they wont be to worried about b.c.I really hope you take all this into account when you consider selling off anymore of our natural resources. Tom

From: Tom Nichols [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:25 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXSubject: selling off b.c.

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We should like to add our voice to the greatnumber of individuals who deplore the sale of Terasen Gas to an out of country company. We feel the control of all aspects of our natural resources should remain with us and in no way should we abdicate our rights as citizens in this most basic of areas. KEEP OUR RESOURCE OWNERSHIP IN CANADA! Tony and Lorraine Ferguson Penticton, B.C.

From: Tony and Lorraine [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:47 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject:

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Open letter to the BC Utilities Commission : Allowing the sale of Terasen, (or any other energy supplier) to foreign interests is completely, utterly and totally the wrong thing to do. This is a public resource, and at the very least should be operated by a Canadian owned and controlled entity. The export of control of this company and resource out of the province and out of the country is plain out crazy. Do you think this would be allowed in the US? - not a chance. Most countries are protective of their natural resources, as only makes sense. This is even more important for a petroleum-product resource, as these are non-renewable. US control (or that of any other foreign country) would result in higher prices locally, loss of jobs and ultimately the possibility of this product being totally diverted from the province. I cannot think of a sale of a BC company which makes less sense. Please, make sure the proposed sale of terasen to Kinder Morgan does not go ahead. Thank you Tony Cottrell

From: Tony & Heather Cottrell [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:38 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Sale of Terasen Gas

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Dear Commision Secretary,

As a Canadian patriot, and very proud citizen, I must ask you not to allow the Terasen sale to go through. This nation is incredibly fortunate to have the resources that we do, and yet wherever I look I see Canada squandering it away. It's time we take a stand against the tyrany of the United States, and it starts with keeping our energy Canadian. Please say no to Kinder Morgan when it comes to America buying up our precious resources.

Sincerely,

Trevor Crean,

Vancouver, British Columbia

From: trevor crean [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:26 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Sale

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I want to voice my strong objection to the selling of OUR natural resource Terasen Gas Co. to the United States, Kinder Morgan Co. based out of Texas. Over the last few decades we Canadians have been slowly selling our most precious resources to the highest bidder, usually the U.S. You do not have to stretch your intelligence too far to realize what situation this will leave our children in years down the road. The short-sightedness of this decision is appalling. Allowing the U.S. access to the tar sands of Alberta is an incredibly moronic decision on behalf of Terasen Gas. Not only do I object to their access to CANADIAN resources on a fundamental level. I also object to the illegal U.S. war in Iraq. Which Kinder Morgan funds in a large way. Therefore, if Kinder Morgen is allowed to purchase Terasen Gas, monies paid in the form of taxes and utilities here in British Columbia will go to fund not only the current illegal war in Iraq but, future wars conducted by the U.S. Please listen to the people of this country and citizens of British Columbia and keep our resources Canadian!

The quick brown fox did jump over the lazy dogs back.


From: trevor gray [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 2:02 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Re: Terasen Gas

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My Specific Concern: Please do not sell Terasen. We need our resources.

Trudy 1836 Prince, BC V8J 2X7 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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to whom it may concern,

please don't sell off what little we have to call canadian.

best regards,

Vicki Hunter Marketing + Sales

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From: ivan hunter [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 11:47 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: please don't sell off what little we have to call canadian.

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Natural resources in this country should be controlled by companies based in this country. It's that simple. No sale to the U.S. or companies based in other countries. Vicki-Lynn Dutton 4714 Buccaneer Rd. RR2 Pender Island, B.C.

From: Vicki and Ian Dutton [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 12:24 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: sale of Terasen

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* PLEASE LEAVE TERASEN OPERATING HERE IN BC NOT IN TEXAS * We owned our natural resources and IT SHOULD BE CONTROLLED HERE not another country! * By keeping Terasen here we are creating JOBS for the citizen of BC * If owned by other country, they will ONLY BE THINKING OF PROFITS, and not BC citizens * We should leave the PROFITS HERE IN BC! PLEASE LISTEN TO US , THE CITIZEN OF BC! THANK YOU. VICKY a.


From: vicky alcantara [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:59 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: TERASEN - Keep it in BC not Texas

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October 7, 2005

BC UTILITIES COMMISSION SECRETARY Box 250, 6th Floor, 900 Howe Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2N3 Tel.: (604) 660-4700 Fax: (604) 660-1102 BC Toll free: 1 800 663-1385 Email: [email protected]

Dear Sirs/Madams:

I am opposed to the sale of Terasen Gas to Kinder Morgan.

Time and time again American companies buy out Canadian companies. It is time this stopped. If we continue to allow foreign companies to come in and buy our valuable assets and move their head offices to the U.S.A. or elsewhere we not only lose control but eventually wages will drop as will the tax base and jobs once done by British Columbians will disappear.

Slowly but surely we are becoming an American resource colony.

As you are well aware, Terasen (i.e. previously Inland Gas, B.C. Gas) was once owned by the people of British Columbia and is now a private company but it is still Canadian. That means that Canadians control the natural gas that we produce and utilize the profits for our own benefit.

Terasen is our gas company, owned here and run by hundreds of British Columbians. It provides BC gas at BC prices for BC consumers and provides 60% of the energy consumed in B.C. But thanks to legislative changes made by the BC Liberal government, Terasen may soon be owned by Kinder Morgan, a U.S. corporation headquartered in Houston, Texas – unless you reject the proposed takeover bid based on the interests of British Columbia citizens.

I want Terasen to remain owned and operated here in British Columbia, not in Texas!

You have an obligation to ensure that our increasingly

From: Warren Cocking [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 5:29 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EX; [email protected]; Austin.MLA, Robin D LASS:EX; [email protected]:Subject:

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valuable natural resources are controlled by British Columbians, not Americans or other foreign countries.

Sincerely

Warren Cocking P.O. Box 123 Dease Lake, B.C. V0C 1L0

CC

The Honourable Robin Austin MLA Skeena Room 201 Parliament Buildings Victoria, BC V8V 1X4 Phone: 250 387-3655 Fax: 250 387-4680 [email protected]

Honourable Nathan Cullen MP Skeena--Bulkley Valley House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Telephone: (613) 993-6654 Fax: (613) 993-9007 [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF INVESTMENTS Investment Review Division Industry Canada CD Howe Building 235 Queen Street Room 301B East Tower Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0H5 Tel.: (613) 954-1887 Fax: (613) 996-2515 Email: [email protected]

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BC Utilities Commission Secretary I strongly object the sale of Terasen Gas to out of Province ownership or management. I want Terasen gas to remain owned and operated here in BC.....Protecting jobs,lose of tax and control of our future. Please feel free to call me at 250-493-3200 Thanks Wayne Schmuck Summerland BC.

From: Okanagan Reservations Inc. [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:11 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas company pending sale

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My Specific Concern: Stop the sale, the gas and water is Canadian, and we should reap the benifits not the Americans. Please keeps the profits and workers Canadian

Wayne Shave 4566 Georgia Street Burnaby, B.C. V5C 2V3 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eQuesnel.com.


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I strongly believe that as a BC resident and tax payer that selling our resources to a foreign country is absoultely rediculous and very wrong. This would not be happening if it were reversed and the Americans were selling. In fact they wouldn't even considerate it. I hope that you over rule this sale and keep our resources where they belong in BC and Canada, our very own country. I beleive that our province will be in big trouble if the Americans or any other foregin country end up with OUR resources.

Sincerely,

Wendy Banting

From: wendy banting [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 8:13 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Do Not Sale

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If we sell off all our major recourses we will be owned by America & eventually they will consume us to death. Its like Monopoly you're always in a better position to own property then to rent. The money they pay you for Terasen Gas will eventually run out ..... what then??????? Please think about it. I was born & raised in BC & I don't want to sell!!!!! Wendy London Langley BC

From: Wendy London [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 9:55 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen gas

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My Specific Concern: DONT SELL IT, we will soon loose controll of all of our natural resources and the u.s. will be able to do with them as they please. selling it for cash now would be incredibly short sighted and stupid. Privatization is takeing away from us what makes us canadian and what makes canada such a wonderfull place to live.

will ready 2077 w 8th avenue vancouver, b.c. v6j 1w4 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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Dear Sir/Madam

I am in contact to voice my anger and outrage at the proposal to sell this valuable Canadian utility to an American company. Where does it end?

We are slowly divesting ourselves of our most valuable resources that make us who we are. It can be seen on a regular basis how little regard our neighbors hold for us as evidenced by the softwood lumber and beef import disputes. We are here for the taking in their eyes and they will as long as we are naive or foolish enough to allow it the trend will continue. What is next our water??

Take a stand help preserve what little we have left!!

Yours Truly

William Glen

From: Bill Glen [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 7:04 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc: Trevor Glen; Stephanie GlenSubject: Terasen gas

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Dear Sirs: Please register my objection to the sale of BC's natural resources to Terasen. Keep control of these in the hands of BC citizens. William M. Joiner

From: William Joiner [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 10:26 AMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen

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My Specific Concern: Stop the sale. BC resources for BC people!

William King 13277-70B Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 1S2 Copies To: The Premiere of BC BC Utility Commission Industry Canada-Investment Review Division Bob Simpson, MLA, Cariboo North Richard Neufeld - BC Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Vancouver Sun Vancouver Province Victoria Times Colonist Prince George Citizen Prince George Free Press Quesnel Cariboo Observer The Quesnel Advisor Williams Lake Tribune 100 Mile House Free Press * Sent from the Terasen Gas Petition on eNorthernBC.com.


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As a concerned citizen of British Columbia for 68 years I am very displeased with the proposed sale of Terasen Gas to a company with foreign control. The control of all our natural resources must remain for now and for all time in our own country. Further more I also feel that no government has the right to privatize any crown corporation without the explicit approval of its citizens who own it. The shortsighted decisions made recently will have as adverse effect on all of us now, as well as for the future British Columbians.

From: william j wilson [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 4:08 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: terasen

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I do not agree with the selling off of Terasen Gas to any foreign concern. Canada must maintain her sovereignty and autonomy by keeping ownership of her publlic utilities and resources within Canada. Wilna Capostinsky B.Educ.(Professional)

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From: steve capostinsky [[email protected]] Sent:Fri 10/7/2005 6:24 PMTo: Commission Secretary BCUC:EXCc:Subject: Terasen Gas takeover by Kinder Morgan

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