Burial site forces re-routing of gasoline

Work on a TransGas transmission line has come to a halt near Bethune, Sask., where ancient human bones were discovered. University of Saskatchewan forensic anthropologist Ernie Walker is examining the bones which seem to be the remains of a single person. Archaeologists have determined the remains are human and estimate the bones are more than 1,000 years old.
Carry the Kettle First Nation Chief Barry Kennedy wants the pipeline company to stop digging in the area, claiming they are developing through a cemetery. He says the bones are likely ancestral remains and ceremonies need to be performed. TransGas, which is a subsidiary of SaskEnergy, said the pipeline will be redesigned to minimize impact to the newly discovered cultural grounds. TransGas says First Nations Elders and monitors will be on site to give advice on the project. TransGas is installing a transmission pipeline to supply natural gas service to a new potash mine site.