Should Enbridge Get an Exemption to Expand Gas Service to Glendale Community?

Official title: Glendale Community Expansion Exemption

Closed Regulations & Permits Indigenous & Northern Natural Resources
Enbridge Gas wants to expand natural gas service to the Glendale community near Akwesasne. They're asking the Ontario Energy Board for an exemption from the usual leave-to-construct requirements. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne has been involved as an intervenor in this case. A decision has now been issued.

Why This Matters

Live in or near the Glendale community? This decision affects whether you'll get access to natural gas service. Indigenous communities near Akwesasne have been closely watching this case—the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne formally intervened to ensure their interests are considered.

What Could Change

The OEB has issued its decision. If the exemption was granted, Enbridge can proceed with the gas expansion without the full leave-to-construct process. This means faster construction timelines for bringing natural gas to Glendale residents.

Key Issues

  • Should Enbridge be exempt from the standard leave-to-construct requirements for this expansion?
  • How are Indigenous community interests being addressed in this gas expansion project?

How to Participate

  1. This regulatory proceeding has concluded with a Decision and Order issued December 18, 2025. You can review all case documents on the OEB case page.

What Happened

The Ontario Energy Board issued a Decision and Order on December 18, 2025. The proceeding included participation from the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne as an intervenor, with multiple rounds of submissions, interrogatories, and comments from OEB staff and intervenors.