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The Great Line 5 Debate

Canada Connect Panel Dialogue Event, The Great Line 5 Debate: Potential Environmental and Economic Impacts

March 10, 2021 • 11:00 AM -12:30 PM EST

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Map showing the Line 5 pipeline's path across Michigan's upper and lower peninsulas to Sarnia, Ontario.

Line 5 is a pipeline system carrying both oil and propane from Canada across Michigan's upper and lower peninsulas to Sarnia, Ontario. The pipeline crosses the Straits of Mackinac, leading to concerns about a potential oil spill from the 65-year-old pipeline. Shutting down the pipeline could have significant economic and environmental impacts in Canada and parts of the United States.

This international panel brings together diverse voices to address the concerns on both sides of the border related to Line 5, as well as a potential diplomatic resolution as both countries commit to green-energy strategies.

The event will be held virtually via Zoom. Registration is required.

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SPEAKERS

Welcome

  • Rebecca Malouin
    Canadian Studies Center, Michigan State University

Moderator

  • Eric Freedman
    Knight Foundation Endowed Chair in Environmental Journalism, School of Journalism, Michigan State University

Panelists

  • Robert Richardson
    Professor, Department of Community Sustainability, Michigan State University
  • Grant Gunn
    Assistant Professor, Geography and Environmental Management, University of Waterloo
  • Doug Bessette
    Assistant Professor, Department of Community Sustainability, Michigan State University
  • Earl Provost
    Ontario Agent-General in Chicago
  • Martine Hébert
    Québec Delegate in Chicago

Closing Remarks

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