Notice of Determination for Lac La Ronge Indian Band Stanley Mission Solid Waste Transfer Station

November 14, 2024 - Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has determined that the proposed Lac La Ronge Indian Band Stanley Mission Solid Waste Transfer Station project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

The determination was based on a consideration of the following factors:
-the Lac La Ronge Indian Band has authorized the development by Band Council Resolution, and its membership will benefit from the project
-no comments were received from the public about the project
-mitigation measures are required for the project

Implementation of the following mitigation measures is required for the project:

1. The project shall proceed in the manner described in the ISC Project Description form, Lac La Ronge Indian Band Stanley Mission No. 157 Solid Waste Transfer Station Simple Environmental Form (Associated Engineering, Oct 16, 2024), Lac La Ronge Indian Band I.R. #157 Stanley Mission Solid Waste Transfer Station Drawing Index 2016-4904-00; Issued for 90% Review (Associated Engineering, June 28 2024), Stanley Mission #157 Stanley Mission Garage 50% Submission (Associated Engineering, March 30 2023). The Proponent will immediately notify ISC of any changes to the proposed project, for approval.
2. It is the Proponent's responsibility to ensure all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations will be adhered to, and permits will be obtained before undertaking any work. This Notice of Determination does not apply to ancillary features associated with this development that were not included in the Project Description form.
3. All work will be carried out in accordance with the Migratory Bird Convention Act and applicable regulations.
   - If clearing and grubbing of any vegetation, including ground vegetation, should occur within the nesting period (late April to August 31), a qualified biologist shall assess conditions of the site prior to site disturbance and before vegetation clearing, to detect nesting birds or species of concern.
   - If any nesting birds or species of concern are discovered, work shall be halted and ISC notified. Environment and Climate Change Canada must also be contacted immediately to determine mitigation strategies.
4. Minimize disturbance to wetlands. No staging or storage areas will be located within 10 m of a wetland boundary.
5. Project activities are to be conducted under completely dry or frozen ground conditions. Work must be halted for activities that could potentially cause rutting of the ground surface.
6. Direct dewatering discharge onto a well-vegetated upland area with appropriate erosion protection and flow dissipation to prevent erosion and silt-laden water from entering any wetlands or waterbodies.
7. Effective sediment and erosion control measures shall be installed before starting work near water to prevent the entry of sediment into any watercourse or wetland
8.  Minimize disturbance to waterbodies. No staging, storage areas or spoil piles will be located within 30 m of a waterbody boundary.
9.  Provide soil stabilization and sediment and erosion control measures, immediately following initial ground disturbance, to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and waterways in accordance with federal and provincial standards. 
   - Inspect, repair, and maintain erosion and sedimentation control measures during construction until permanent vegetation has been established.
   - Remove erosion and sedimentation controls and restore and stabilize areas disturbed during removal.
10. Natural drainage pathways must be maintained where possible during clean-up and reclamation activities.
11. Revegetate and /or stabilize disturbed areas immediate following construction.
12. Waste and/or hazardous materials must be removed from site as soon as practicable and taken to a certified/approved landfill in accordance with provincial and municipal legislation.
13. Careful maintenance and monitoring of all equipment will be carried out to minimize the risk of spills or leaks of petroleum-based products. Storage of hazardous material and refueling is prohibited within 100m of a water body. The contractor will have an emergency response plan to manage fuel spills.
14. Regardless of volume, any spilled substance that may cause an adverse effect must be cleaned up immediately and removed from the site for proper disposal. All spills must be reported to relevant federal, provincial and municipal government departments.
15. All equipment must be properly maintained and equipped with standard air emissions equipment.
16. Fire protection plans and mitigative measures must be implemented during the duration of construction.

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is satisfied that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.