Breakwater Repairs at Berens River Small Craft Harbour
Official title: Berens River Small Craft Harbour Breakwater Repairs and Pile Installation
Fisheries and Oceans Canada plans to repair the breakwater and floating docks at Berens River's small craft harbour on Sigurdsson Island in Manitoba. The work includes adding 1,743 tonnes of armour stone, installing new steel anchor piles, and adding two finger docks.
Why This Matters
If you fish or boat out of Berens River, this affects your harbour. The repairs should make docking safer and more reliable. Construction may temporarily disrupt harbour access.
What Could Change
The breakwater will be reinforced with nearly 2,000 tonnes of stone. New steel piles will anchor the floating docks more securely. Two new finger docks will add mooring space.
Key Issues
- What are the potential environmental impacts of adding armour stone and installing steel piles?
- How will construction affect harbour access for local fishers and boaters?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.