Says someone who really doesn't understand the industry. You do realize bitumen is going down the TransMountain today? Albeit in smaller batches. And it is either Dilbit, Synbit, or SCO (synthetic crude oil)? Along with diesels, gasolines, and jet fuel?

You do understand a new refinery/upgrader is under construction and is due to come on line this year after having been initiated by the former Progressive Conservative government? You do understand that the economics of building new refineries/upgraders are weak and that new Oil Sands mines (Kearl, Fort Hills) are producing pipeline spec bitumen that doesn't require upgrading using a new process called paraffinic froth treatment?

You do understand that there isn't much difference between a dilbit, synbit ocean spill and conventional oil?

You do understand that bitumen isn't any more corrosive during transportation than crude oil or refined petroleum products?