Pond Expansion at Allan Brooks Nature Center in Vernon
Official title: Norah's Pond Expansion
Environment Canada wants to expand a pond at the Allan Brooks Nature Center in Vernon, BC. The project involves filling in an existing pond that was built outside property boundaries and creating a larger one nearby. Work includes adding a floating dock, planting native vegetation, and rerouting a gravel path.
Why This Matters
This is a small local project at a nature education center. If you visit the Allan Brooks Nature Center or live nearby, you might notice construction this year. The expanded pond aims to support more wildlife for educational programs.
What Could Change
If approved, construction would happen from summer to winter 2025. The existing pond would be filled in, and a new larger pond would be created. A floating dock and native plants would be added around the site.
Key Issues
- Should the existing pond be filled in to correct the property boundary issue?
- Is the proposed pond expansion appropriate for increasing biodiversity at the nature center?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.