We are pleased to share construction along Finch Drive in Squamish is nearing completion. The following activities represent the remaining work in the area.Finch Drive between Highway 99 and Loggers LaneCrews are completing final construction activities, including hydrovac work, backfilling, and additional road remediation. Once this work is complete, Finch Drive is expected to reopen to traffic by the end of this month.Crews will return to the area in 2027 to complete final reclamation activities, including permanent road remediation, final paving and other surface restoration work. We will provide more details on this work next year. Eastern end of Finch DriveMost construction activities at the eastern end of Finch Drive have been completed. Crews will need to return to the area to complete additional work, including road remediation. We will provide more information in advance of this work. Work along Finch Drive will generally occur between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m., seven days a week. Please note that lower-noise activities associated with pipeline activities, including equipment such as generators and pumps may be required to operate and be maintained overnight.Thank you for your patience, as we complete this work safely, and as quickly as possible. 

Beginning as early as October 25, crews will commence hydrostatic testing on the approximately three kilometres of new natural gas pipeline in Coquitlam’s Eagle Mountain area. Hydrostatic testing is a routine integrity test that involves filling the pipeline with water and then drying. This important, routine process helps to ensure the pipeline meets the highest standards of safety, integrity, and regulatory compliance before being placed into service.This work is expected to take place over approximately two weeks, with some activities and equipment operating 24 hours a day. Additional time may be required.For public safety, the pipeline route and trails in the area will be closed during testing. Please follow posted signage and avoid entering restricted areas during this time.We appreciate the community’s continued patience as we safely work to complete these activities. 

Updated October 23, 2026, to reflect extended duration Beginning as early as October 10, crews will commence activities associated with hydrostatic testing on the upgraded section of the existing pipeline in the Valleycliffe area of Squamish. Hydrostatic testing is a routine integrity test that involves filling the pipeline with water and then drying. This important, routine process helps to ensure the pipeline meets the highest standards of safety, integrity, and regulatory compliance before being placed into service.This work is expected to take place over approximately five weeks, with some activities and equipment operating 24 hours a day. Nearby residents may notice increased activity following the long weekend.For public safety, the pipeline route and trails in the area will be closed during testing. Please follow posted signage and avoid entering restricted areas during this time.Intermittent lane closures and detours will be in place along Powerhouse Springs Road, near the intersection with Mamquam River Forest Service Road. Traffic control personnel will be onsite to help road users navigate around our work area.Hydrostatic testing will also be required on the new pipeline later this year. We appreciate the community’s continued patience as we safely work to complete these activities.