Public Comment Period on Intent to Make a Determination
Snow and Ice Clearing (SNIC) Expansion – 4 Wing Cold Lake

October 3, 2025 — 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 October 22, 2025 to:
Anantjit Komal, Project Manager
Mailing Address:  NDHQ – 101 Colonel By Dr
Ottawa, Canada, K1A 0K2
E-mail:  Anantjit.Komal@forces.gc.ca

The Proposed Project

The Department of National Defence (DND) is proposing a project. The Department of National Defence at 4 Wing Cold Lake is adding a Snow and Ice Clearing (SNIC) facility and concrete pad extension on the airfield at 4 Wing Cold Lake. The proposed estimated 50,0000 square meter project will include construction of a new building compound, parking area, and concrete pad extension.