Ottawa, Ontario – December 12, 2024 – The National Capital Commission and Transport Canada have determined that the proposed project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects with the application of all recommended mitigation measures.

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

• the temporary nature of the proposed installation, and the reversibility of the effects;
• technically and economically feasible mitigation measures; and,
• the components of the environment that are within the legislative authority of Parliament identified in the "Definitions" section of the?Impact Assessment Act.

Mitigation measures will be implemented to address potential adverse effects on the following components of the environment:

• navigation;
• recreation and tourism;
• surface water;
• fish;
• vegetation;
• migratory birds;
• wildlife;
• groundwater quality;
• soil quality;
• air quality;
• human health; and
• archaeological resources

After reviewing the comments received and conducting an internal review of effects, the National Capital Commission and Transport Canada are satisfied that the implementation of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects, as long as all mitigation measures are applied. Therefore, the authorities 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.

For questions or requests, please contact IA-EI@ncc-ccn.ca