British Columbia · Pipeline · updated October 12, 2026
Enbridge Sunrise Expansion Program
A C$4B, 300 MMcf/d Westcoast expansion, under construction since July 2026.
- Province
- British Columbia
- Location
- Westcoast T-South, northeast to southern B.C.
- Sector
- Pipeline
- Owner
- Westcoast Energy (Enbridge)
- Status
- Federal approval April 2026; construction began July 2026
- Next milestone
- Construction Q3 2026–Q4 2028; in service late 2028
- Disclosed cost
- C$4B (Enbridge) (source)
- Investment decision / approval
- Approved 2026-04
- Construction start
- 2026-07
- In service
- Late 2028
- Other details
- About 139 km of 42-inch loops in 11 segments; new compressors at Azouzetta Lake, 93 Mile, Kingsvale and Othello; about 10 km of powerlines; about 2,500 construction workers
Why it matters for contractors and suppliers
Eleven loop spreads and four compressor stations make this the largest pipeline construction programme in B.C.
through 2028.
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Sources
Supplier registration: B.C. public tenders. How we research: editorial standards.
Frequently asked
What is the status of Enbridge Sunrise Expansion Program?
As of October 12, 2026: Federal approval April 2026; construction began July 2026. Next: Construction Q3 2026–Q4 2028; in service late 2028.
Who owns Enbridge Sunrise Expansion Program?
Westcoast Energy (Enbridge).
How much does Enbridge Sunrise Expansion Program cost?
C$4B (Enbridge).
What is the timeline for Enbridge Sunrise Expansion Program?
Construction start: 2026-07; in service: late 2028.