CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwired - March 31, 2014) - Suncor Energy, in partnership with Northwest Fuels, wishes to advise the community of Prince Rupert of an emergency response simulation that will take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. to noon PT at the Petro-Canada marina located at 125 George Hills Way, Prince Rupert, BC.
Due to the nature of the scenario, agencies responding will have additional motor vehicles and boats on site. Residents may also see smoke, as smoke bombs may be used.
Participants may include:
- Suncor Energy
- Northwest Fuels
- WCMRC (Western Canada Marine Response Corporation)
- Prince Rupert Fire Department
- Transport Canada
- City of Prince Rupert Port Authority
- Canadian Coast Guard
- Ministry of the Environment
- RCMP
- BC Ambulance
Emergency response exercises are developed as a test of our response to potential incidents. The purpose is to validate plans and allow learning in a safe environment.
Suncor Energy is Canada's leading integrated energy company. Suncor's operations include oil sands development and upgrading, conventional and offshore oil and gas production, petroleum refining, and product marketing under the Petro-Canada brand. While working to responsibly develop petroleum resources, Suncor is also developing a growing renewable energy portfolio. Suncor's common shares (symbol: SU) are listed on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges.
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Contact Information:
403-296-4000
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