Thank you, Mr. Speaker. As the Member mentioned, there is only a cap on liability when the person or entity who holds the authorization is not proven to be at fault for the spill or discharge, or other similar event. The cap balances the right to swift compensation against the lack of proof of responsibility, and ensures that funds can be accessed promptly, without having to prove fault or negligence on the part of the operator. If an operator or any person is proven to be at fault for a spill, there is no legislated limit on its financial liability and no cap on what they would need to pay to rectify the situation and compensate those affected, to the extent of the fault or negligence proved against them. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Katrina Nokleby on Question 149-19(2): Cap on Oil and Gas Operations Liability
In the Legislative Assembly on March 4th, 2020. See this statement in context.
Question 149-19(2): Cap on Oil and Gas Operations Liability
Oral Questions
March 4th, 2020
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