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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is upgrading the electrical systems and exterior lighting at the Canadian Coast Guard Base in Amherstburg, Ontario. The work includes replacing old light fixtures with energy-efficient LEDs, installing EV charging...
Why This Matters: Live near the Detroit River in Amherstburg? Construction at the Coast Guard base could mean temporary disruptions. The project will also dig up contaminated soil from the site's history, which will be tested and disposed of properly.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to widen and improve a road intersection at the Bagotville military base in Quebec. Heavy construction traffic from ongoing base projects is straining the current road, creating safety concerns. The work...
Why This Matters: Live near CFB Bagotville? This project could mean temporary traffic disruptions during construction. The new traffic light and wider road should improve safety for anyone using Route 170 in the area.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (Federal)
Bell Canada wants to lay 5.25 km of underwater fibre optic cable around Bett Island and along Ruth Lake's shore. The goal? Bringing high-speed internet to homes on Lake Nipissing and Ruth Lake near North Bay.
Why This Matters: Live on Lake Nipissing or Ruth Lake? This project could finally bring reliable high-speed internet to your home. Underwater cables mean construction in the lake, so cottagers and year-round residents may want to weigh in on the route and timing.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Technology & Digital
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to replace the heating system at CFB Halifax. The project involves tearing down the old combined heat and power plant, building a new heating system, upgrading underground pipes and services, and retrofitting...
Why This Matters: Live or work near the Halifax Dockyard? Construction could mean noise, traffic disruptions, and temporary service interruptions starting in 2026. The new system will also affect energy use and emissions from one of Halifax's largest military facilities.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
Howe Sound Pulp & Paper wants to tear down an old chip processing plant on Vancouver's waterfront. The company needs to clear the site to meet its lease obligations with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. This first phase covers demolishing...
Why This Matters: Live or work near the Vancouver port? Demolition means noise, dust, and truck traffic for months. There's also a waste oil tank on site—how it's handled matters for local air and water quality.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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Vancouver Airport Authority (Federal)
Signature Aviation wants to build a new hangar for fixed-wing aircraft at Vancouver International Airport. The facility would include maintenance bays, storage, and office space on a 13,000 square meter site. It's an expansion of their existing...
Why This Matters: Live or work near YVR? This project means more construction activity and potentially more aircraft movements in the area. The hangar will handle charter flights and maintenance, so noise patterns could shift. A separate helicopter hangar is also planned nearby.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to replace the aging oil-fired heating system at 5 Wing Goose Bay with a hybrid electric system. The new plant would have 3 electric boilers as the primary heat source, with 3 oil boilers as backup...
Why This Matters: Live near CFB Goose Bay? This construction project will bring heavy equipment and activity to the area for about two years. The switch from oil to electric heating could reduce emissions from the base. Local contractors may see job opportunities.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
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National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to install a new 50,000-litre fuel tank at the Royal Military College in Saint-Jean, Quebec. The old underground tanks were removed after one caused a major spill. The replacement will be an aboveground...
Why This Matters: Live near the military college in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu? This project replaces tanks that already caused a major fuel spill on site. The new design should reduce the risk of future contamination to local soil and groundwater.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
Chemtrade wants to replace a 60-year-old sulphuric acid storage tank at its North Vancouver facility. The current tank is corroded and doesn't meet modern seismic or spill containment standards. The new tank would be smaller but safer, with upgraded...
Why This Matters: Live or work near the North Vancouver waterfront? This facility stores sulphuric acid, a hazardous chemical. The current tank is corroded and doesn't meet earthquake safety codes. Replacing it reduces the risk of a chemical spill in your neighbourhood.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Health & Safety
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Transport Canada (Federal)
Grieg NL Nurseries wants to install a 175-metre pipeline from their fish farm into Mortier Bay. The pipe would discharge water from their land-based aquaculture facility. About 75 metres near shore would be protected with heavy stones, while the...
Why This Matters: Live near Mortier Bay or fish in its waters? This pipeline would discharge water from a fish farm into the bay. The project covers about 1,000 square metres of seabed.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
The Canadian Coast Guard needs to replace aging fuel tanks at its search and rescue station in Goderich, Ontario. The current tanks, which hold gasoline and diesel for Coast Guard vessels, have reached the end of their useful life. A nearby salt...
Why This Matters: Live near Goderich harbour? This project affects the Coast Guard station that responds to emergencies on Lake Huron. The work involves fuel storage near the waterfront, so environmental protection matters.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Canadian Coast Guard (Federal)
The Canadian Coast Guard needs to replace an aging wooden helipad at Cap-Colombier along the St. Lawrence River. The helipad is the only way to access a navigation aid that helps ships travel safely. The new pad will have concrete foundations...
Why This Matters: This is a routine infrastructure project at a remote site. It mainly matters to mariners who rely on navigation aids along the St. Lawrence. Local environmental impacts are minimal but worth reviewing if you live nearby.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Québec Port Authority (Federal)
A company called Groupe Héritage Île d'Orléans wants to demolish Hangar 26 at Quebec City's port. The work includes tearing down the building, relocating equipment like fiber optic cables and a fuel tank, and repairing the pavement afterward. This...
Why This Matters: This mainly affects people who work at or near the Quebec City port. If you live nearby, you might notice construction noise and truck traffic during the demolition. The fuel tank relocation could be of interest if you're concerned about environmental safety in the area.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The German Army wants to send 63 engineers to Goose Bay for a month of construction training. They'll build bunkhouses, install a water well, construct a mock village for military exercises, and clean up unexploded ordnance from previous training...
Why This Matters: Live near Goose Bay? German military engineers will be training in your area this fall. They'll use local trails with ATVs and handle unexploded ordnance. If you hunt, fish, or use trails around the base, this could affect your access.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Closed
Halifax Port Authority (Federal)
A property owner in Halifax wants to replace their deteriorating wooden wharf with a new timber pile structure. The old crib wharf is falling apart and dropping debris into the harbour. The new design would actually shrink the footprint on the...
Why This Matters: Live near Shore Drive in Halifax? This construction project will happen in your neighbourhood. The work involves a barge-mounted crane and pile driving, which means some noise during low tides. On the plus side, it removes a crumbling structure that's been shedding debris into the water.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Transportation
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Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
North Caribou Lake First Nation wants to tear down its old diesel power station. The project involves removing fuel tanks, generators, and buildings, plus cleaning up contaminated soil. Most hazardous waste will be cleared before demolition starts.
Why This Matters: This matters most to North Caribou Lake community members. The old diesel station has contaminated the site, and proper cleanup protects local groundwater and soil. Salvaged materials may be reused in the community.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern