Gov't broke rules ? lawyer

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Environmentalists are trying to quash the proposed dam on the Old Man River, saying Alberta minister Ken Kowalski broke the rules when he approved construction of the $350 million project.

During a hearing a Calgary Court of Queen's Bench, a lawyer for a group opposed to the dam said the government's licence for the project should be cancelled because the government failed to notify the public, did not obtain written permission from the municipality and neglecting to consult the Energy Resources Conservation board and other affected parties.

The proposed dam will flood three valleys near the Peigan Indian reserve, destroying hundreds of irreplaceable Indian historical sites.