Notice of Determination for the Wahpeton Dakota Nation New School

 

September 2, 2025 - Indigenous Services Canada has determined that the proposed Wahpeton Dakota Nation New School project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

 

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

-the Wahpeton Dakota Nation is in support of the project, 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, dated February 2, 2025, Simple Environmental Review Report (L.Friggstad, dated August 19, 2025) and Wahpeton Dakota Nation New School 50% Design Drawings (aodbt, dated March 20, 2025). The Proponent will immediately notify ISC of any changes to the proposed project for approval.
2. Relevant permits and approvals will be obtained before undertaking any work. It is the Proponent's responsibility to meet all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations that apply to the proposed project. 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.
   • Clearing and grubbing activities will be completed outside of the Migratory Bird window.
   • If construction is rescheduled within the breeding and nesting period, a qualified environmental professional will complete a nesting sweep prior to clearing activities.
4. Site activities will include grading to control surface runoff into adjacent roadway ditches.
5. If required, silt fencing will be utilized to contain sediment movement.
6. Source of imported material will be inspected and approved by the supervisory authority before importing to site.
7. No hazardous materials will be handled on site during construction.
8. Construction debris will be collected and removed to an approved landfill site.
9. General contractor will coordinate directly with proximate landowners two weeks prior to the date or piling installation to notify and mitigate any noise or vibration issues during operations.

 

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