Dock Replacement at Emmett Lake - Gima Kwe Nong
Official title: Gima Kwe Nong Dock Replacement
Parks Canada wants to replace a deteriorating wooden dock at Emmett Lake in Gima Kwe Nong. The 40-year-old dock has become a safety hazard. The boulder foundation underneath has become habitat for fish, snakes, and amphibians, so the work will be done carefully to protect wildlife.
Why This Matters
Visit this area for camping or fishing? The current dock is unsafe and needs replacing. If you care about local wildlife, the project aims to protect the habitat that's developed around the old dock's boulder foundation.
What Could Change
The old wooden deck will be removed and replaced with a similar structure. The boulder foundation stays in place to preserve wildlife habitat. Work will be timed to avoid disturbing species at risk during sensitive periods.
Key Issues
- How can the dock be replaced while minimizing disturbance to wildlife habitat?
- What timing windows should be used to protect species of conservation concern?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.