Public Comment Period on Intent to Make a Determination
Replacement and Installation of New Base Security Cameras – Colwood and Naden, Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt

February 9, 2021 — The Department of National Defence must decide whether the proposed project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

To help inform this decision, the Department of National Defence is inviting comments from the public on the project and its potential effects on the environment. All comments received will be considered public. For more information, individuals should consult the Privacy Notice on the Registry website.

Written comments must be submitted by February 19, 2021 to:
Becky MacInnis, P.Chem., P.Ag.
Environment Officer / MARPAC Formation Safety and Environment
Mailing Address : Formation Safety and Environment, Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt
Post Office Box 17000 Station Forces V9A 7N2
E-mail:Rebecca.MacInnis@forces.gc.ca

The Proposed Project

Some cameras will be installed to replace existing cameras, and the remainder will be new camera locations.

Some cameras will require new poles with associated concrete workings and the remainder will be installed on existing poles or buildings. Trenching for associated cables will also be required for some of the camera locations. A new pad mounted kiosk for power and communications will be installed and disturbances to vegetation will be minimal.