Opinion: Pipeline debate needs new direction

The past few weeks have been a time of celebration in Kitimat. Since LNG Canada greenlighted a $40-billion megaproject to export liquefied natural gas from the northern B.C. community in earlier this month, residents have revelled in the suddenly, blindingly bright economic prospects of the region. Concerts have been held, fireworks launched, and cakes cut.
Their optimism is well-founded. The project is expected to provide thousands of people in the region with well-paying jobs, providing an inf