Harbor Dredging at Cap-aux-Meules - Magdalen Islands Ferry Port
Official title: Channel and harbor dredging - Cap-aux-Meules
Transport Canada needs to dredge the harbor and channel at Cap-aux-Meules to keep the ferry and supply ships running safely. This is the only port on the Magdalen Islands that can handle commercial vessels. Sediment builds up every few years, making the water too shallow for safe passage.
Why This Matters
Live on the Magdalen Islands? This port is your lifeline. It's how food, fuel, and supplies reach the islands. It's also how the ferry connects you to Prince Edward Island. Without dredging, larger ships can't dock safely.
What Could Change
About 55,000 cubic metres of sediment will be removed from the harbor and channel. The harbor will be dredged to 6.5 metres deep, and the channel to 7.5 metres. This routine maintenance happens every 3-4 years to keep the port operational.
Key Issues
- What are the environmental impacts of removing 55,000 cubic metres of sediment?
- How will dredging affect marine life and fishing activities in the area?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.