The barge sank in the Gulf of St. Lawrence in 1970, along with its 4,270 Ton cargo of oil and 5000 Litres of PCBs. After the sinking, Irving received an insurance settlement, and after the barge was raised, possession was returned to Irving. The Alliance Against Pollution is a growing network of environmental and social justice organizations formed specifically to conduct this boycott. The Alliance supports the position of the Federal Government which states that Irving is fully responsible for the costs of the lift operation and cleanup. The boycott will be launched at the Irving office at 10 Riverside Dr. in Charlottetown, PEI on Friday, April 18, from 12 to 1 pm.
Endorsement requires only support of the boycott motion.
We are seeking endorsements by noon Thursday, if possible, for inclusion in our Press Release. You'll never know until you try. Give it a try.