Breakwater Extension at St-Georges-de-Malbay Fishing Harbour
Official title: Breakwater Extension at St-Georges-de-Malbay
Why This Matters
If you fish out of St-Georges-de-Malbay, this directly affects where you moor your boat. Storm surges have been damaging vessels at the temporary pontoons. Safer harbour infrastructure means less risk to your livelihood.
What Could Change
The project has been approved. The breakwater will be extended by 30 metres with new rock armour and floating pontoons. Construction must follow strict environmental rules—work in water is limited to specific periods to protect fish, and contractors must prevent sediment and fuel spills.
Key Issues
- Will the breakwater extension adequately protect vessels from storm surge?
- What environmental protections are needed during construction?
- How will impacts on fish, marine mammals, and migratory birds be minimized?
How to Participate
- This consultation is now closed. The public comment period ran from September 15 to October 24, 2025. You can review the project details on the consultation page.
What Happened
The authorities determined that the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. The project was approved with extensive mitigation measures covering air quality, noise, water quality, fish and wildlife protection, invasive species prevention, and spill response. Construction must follow specific timing windows to protect fish species and migratory birds.