August 20, 2021 – Indigenous Services Canada and Transport Canada has determined that the proposed Potlotek First Nation Passenger Ferry Wharf Replacements is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

The determination was based on a consideration of the following factors:

  • impacts on rights of Indigenous peoples
  • community knowledge
  • Indigenous knowledge
  • mitigation measures

Please note that no comments were received during the 30-day public comment period.

Indigenous Services Canada and Transport Canada is satisfied that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. Environmental effects that are within provincial jurisdiction would be addressed through provincial regulations.

Therefore, Indigenous Services Canada and Transport Canada may carry out the project, exercise any power, perform any duty or function, or provide financial assistance to enable the project to be carried out in whole or in part.

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