B.C. Hydro reviewing its options on Site C protest encampment

B.C. Hydro says it's speaking with Site C dam protesters and local authorities to try to end a standoff on the south bank of the Peace River.

A handful of protesters have been camped at the Rocky Mountain Fort site since mid-December. On Dec. 30, Hydro posted an eviction notice at the camp, and protesters have turned back crews clearing the south bank of the river for construction on the $8.8-billion hydroelectric project.

"We are hopeful this can be resolved," Site C spokesperson Dave Conway wrote in an email to the Alaska Highway News. "We are in discussions with the protesters and local authorities to allow us to resume construction activities. BC Hydro is evaluating all options and will continue to monitor the situation."

Protests are also slated for both north bank entrances of the project Wednesday morning.