Notice of Determination 

Vancouver, B.C. – June 28, 2024 – The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has determined that the proposed East promenade renewal located at 999 Canada Place 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
• Indigenous knowledge
• Community knowledge
• Comments received from the public
• Technically and economically feasible mitigation measures

Best efforts were made to consult with Musqueam Indian Band, S'ólh Téméxw Stewardship Alliance, Squamish Nation, and Tsleil-Waututh Nation

One comment was received from two Indigenous groups relating to Indigenous artwork which was outside the scope of the project.

The project was posted to the Canadian Impact Assessment Registry on May 17, 2024 for public comment. No comments were received.

Mitigation measures and/or permit conditions taken into account in making the determination include:

• A spill prevention, containment, and clean-up plan will be developed for the project, be available in the immediate working area, and project personnel will be trained on spill prevention, containment, and clean-up
• The works will not deposit a deleterious substance in water inhabited by fish, or affect fish or fish habitat in a manner contrary to the Fisheries Act
• All construction equipment will be environmentally clean and properly maintained to prevent spills, invasive species, and noxious weeds
• Any invasive plants will be managed in a manner that prevents their spread.
• Nest surveys will be conducted prior to any vegetation clearing during the general bird breeding season, between April 1 and July 31, inclusive, or outside this time if occupied nests are present. Nest surveys will be conducted by a qualified professional.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is satisfied that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

Should you require more information on the project, contact the Project and Environmental review inbox at PER@portvancouver.com