Prince Rupert Port Authority and Transport Canada (together called the “Federal Authorities”) have determined, in accordance with the requirements of Section 67 of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (“CEAA 2012”), that the Project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects within the meaning of CEAA 2012.

In accordance with Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, a federal environmental affects assessment of the project is currently underway, and being conducted by federally responsible authorities. A 30-day public comment period is now open. This public comment period is an opportunity for all stakeholders to provide input and feedback on the proposed Prince Rupert Marine Fuel Services project. The public is invited to comment on the Project Description, a document that includes information on the proponent and an overview of the Project. The project description is available for review at www.wolverineterminals.com, and written comments can be submitted via email to info@wolverineterminals.com before November 5, 2017. Wolverine Terminals will be holding open houses in Port Edward and Prince Rupert in October to provide members of the public with an opportunity to learn more about the project. Representative of the proponent will be on hand to answer questions and discuss the project in detail. Prince Rupert – October 17, 2017 - 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. – Crest Hotel - 222 1st Avenue West Port Edward – October 19, 2017 - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Community Centre Municipal Complex - 770 Pacific Avenue

Wolverine Terminals ULC today announced it is proposing to construct and operate a marine fuel delivery service for the Port of Prince Rupert that would enable cargo vessels anchored or berthed in the Port to fuel locally. Please see www.wolverineterminals.com for proposed facility location. Prince Rupert is one of the only major ports in the world to not offer marine fueling services for cargo ships, a significant competitive disadvantage. Cargo ships visiting the Port of Prince Rupert must plan to carry enough fuel to make a round trip or detour to an alternative West Coast port to fuel. The additional weight of the fuel carried to make the round trip displaces potential cargo and drives up shipping costs. “With the introduction of marine fueling operations, the Port of Prince Rupert will become a full service port capable of supporting capacity for growth. It really is a game-changer for Port operations,”said Serge Bisson, President, Wolverine Terminals. Currently, marine fuel supplied in the Port of Prince Rupert and the surrounding areas is occasionally transported from refineries in Vancouver or Puget Sound via tug and barge through the Inside Passage. The high cost of transportation of marine fuel via tug makes fueling at the Port less economic, which is one of the reasons it is not a service provided today. Wolverine would solve this problem. Designed with the latest marine fueling technology, the fuel would be supplied via rail with the distribution being marine based. In 2016, 461 vessels visited the Port. That number is forecasted to grow significantly, further compounding the requirement for a fueling service. Types of vessels that visit the Port include cruise ships, cargo ships, ferries, fishing vessels and private boats. The scope of this service focusses on volumes associated with cargo ships and ferries. The Port has many strategic advantages that would help support future growth. Prince Rupert is the closest North American port to Asia and has the deepest natural harbour in North America. The Port also has direct access to a rail network with connections to markets across North America. Prince Rupert’s extensive rail network access means that fuel can be sourced from anywhere at the best price available across North America. “For decades, fueling facilities at the Port of Prince Rupert have been contemplated but never achieved due to economics,” said Bisson. “While the demand for fuel is substantial, it was below the economic threshold of the facilities required. Our company has developed the technology and processes to safely and efficiently provide on-site fueling capacity at current volumes in Prince Rupert.” Wolverine Terminals is conducting an environmental effects evaluation for a proposed storage location in Prince Rupert’s inner harbour, while engaging with First Nations and potential stakeholders as part of their regulatory approval application to the Prince Rupert Port Authority. In the coming months Wolverine will share further information about the proposed marine fueling service with the community, host an open house event, and seek community feedback. Should the proposed service receive its necessary regulatory approvals, the Prince Rupert Marine Fuels Service will be constructed and operational by mid-2019.

Wolverine Terminals ULC (Wolverine) is pleased to announce construction has commenced on its Marine Fuel Terminal in the Port of Prince Rupert. The Transport Canada approved, rail-served facility and marine operations are scheduled to be operational by Q1 2023 and will be the first-ever marine fuel distribution services at the Port. “This project further enhances the Port’s already-strong standing in the market as the closest North American port to Asia, utilizing CN’s cross-continent rail network, by providing one more significant advantage in the competitive Pacific gateway trade route,” said Serge Bisson, President. Local construction activities are scheduled to commence next month and will conclude with the arrival of two custom built vessels prior to operations launch. The Marine Fuel Terminal will create full-time employment, in addition to new indirect jobs stimulated by potential growth in cargo volumes. The Terminal will also generate supplementary benefits, locally and provincially, through spending on goods and services, taxes, and provide local availability of low-sulphur marine fuel, potentially reducing the number of vessels routing south to refuel. In 2019, Wolverine completed a comprehensive Environmental Effects Evaluation, complying with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (2012), and will continue to be regulated by the Port of Prince Rupert and Transport Canada. Wolverine will continue to engage all stakeholders and will adhere to all environmental and regulatory requirements for both the construction and operational phases. “We look forward to a lasting, positive relationship with our partners in Prince Rupert, in addition to our immediate neighbours and surrounding communities,” Bisson said.

Wolverine Terminals is pleased to announce an update on construction activities related to the development of Prince Rupert Marine Fuels, a marine fuel delivery service for the Port of Prince Rupert. Mobilization and the initiation of construction activities in Prince Rupert are expected to begin the week of December 6, 2021. Vancouver Pile Driving will be the major contractor responsible for construction of the mooring. Vessel construction is being managed by Damen Shipyards Group and is underway at their facilities in Vietnam. Wolverine anticipates operations will begin in early 2023. Wolverine’s emergency contact number during construction is 1-800-621-2676, and the public is encouraged to use this number for concerns related to construction activities.