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The Firm Transportation Agreement is a critical contract in the Canadian energy sector, used when a pipeline company (Transporter) commits to providing guaranteed transportation capacity to a shipper for moving products through its pipeline system. This agreement type is essential for businesses requiring reliable transportation of oil, gas, or other energy products, providing them with priority access to pipeline capacity. The document comprehensively addresses operational, commercial, and regulatory requirements under Canadian federal and provincial legislation, including the Canadian Energy Regulator Act. It typically includes detailed provisions for nomination procedures, quality specifications, measurement, rates, and operational requirements, while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and indigenous rights obligations. The agreement is particularly important in Canada's complex energy transportation landscape, where interprovincial pipeline systems require careful consideration of multiple jurisdictional requirements.
