Shoreline Protection - Whitby, Ontario

Notice of determination

October, 1, 2026 – Fisheries and Oceans Canada have determined that the proposed Whitby Shoreline Protection Project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

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

• impacts on rights of Indigenous peoples;
• comments received from the public; and
• technically and economically feasible mitigation measures.

Mitigation measures considered in this determination are identified in the following documents:

• Letter of Advice (LOA) issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program;
• Minor Permit B issued by the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA); and
• Environmental specifications included in the contract.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada are satisfied that that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

Therefore, Fisheries and Oceans Canada 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.