Wharf Reconstruction at Cap-des-Caissie Small Craft Harbour
Official title: Reconstruction of a Wharf and Shore Protection at the Cap-des-Caissie Small Craft Harbour, New Brunswick
Fisheries and Oceans Canada wants to rebuild an aging wharf and shore protection at Cap-des-Caissie harbour in New Brunswick. The existing timber structure has reached the end of its service life. The project would encase the old wharf in steel and concrete, add new electrical systems, and reinforce 175 metres of shoreline with rock armour.
Why This Matters
If you fish out of Cap-des-Caissie, this is your harbour. The wharf is falling apart and without repairs, the harbour could eventually close. Commercial fishers, recreational boaters, and the local economy all depend on this infrastructure staying functional.
What Could Change
Construction would run from October 2025 to March 2027. Heavy equipment will operate in the harbour area. Part of the service area will be used for staging materials. The rebuilt wharf will be higher and more durable, with modern electrical and lighting systems.
Key Issues
- What are the environmental effects of reconstructing the wharf and shore protection?
- How will construction activities affect harbour operations and marine habitat?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.