Public Notice

Hnausa – Wharf Replacement Project – Public Comments Invited

February 12, 2026 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada must determine whether the proposed Hnausa – Wharf Replacement Project, located in Hnausa, Manitoba is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

To help inform this determination, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is inviting comments from the public respecting that determination. All comments received will be considered public and may be posted online.

Written comments must be submitted by March 15, 2026 to:

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Small Craft Harbours Branch

Attn: Chris McDermid

501 University Cresent

Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N6

431-335-7530

Chris.McDermid@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

 

The Proposed Project

Fisheries and Oceans Canada – Small Craft Harbours (DFO‑SCH) is proposing to replace an existing wharf, relocate floating wharves, and remove a decommissioned launch ramp. The project will take place at the Hnausa Small Craft Harbour, located on the western shore of the south basin of Lake Winnipeg in the community of Hnausa, Manitoba.

The #402 timber‑frame wharf at Hnausa Harbour has reached the end of its service life and requires replacement. A new wharf will be constructed with a design and orientation similar to the existing #402 structure. Both existing and new floating wharves will be attached to the new crib wharf. In addition, a decommissioned concrete launch ramp adjacent to the #402 wharf will be removed and transported off‑site.

Removal of the wharf and launch ramp will be carried out using a combination of heavy equipment and hand tools. Construction of the new crib wharf will occur on site, where heavy equipment will install components such as the timber frame and ballast rock.

Environmental protection measures will be implemented throughout the construction period, including a sediment and erosion control plan, a spill prevention and response plan, and other appropriate mitigation measures.