Installation of New Generator - 101 Colonel By Drive

The objective of this project is to demolish the old generators in room BS-076 and remove the current temporary generator and install a new permanent 1000Kw, 1,250 kVA, 347/600V standby generator in its place. The Generator will be one self-contained unit that includes a 2,500 L sub base fuel storage tank and a skin tight sound attenuated enclosure. The location of the new generator will be located on the lawn of the west side of the DND campus.

During this project, several environmental features could be impacted. Equipment use, failure, and malfunction may result in spills, necessitating an Environmental Emergency Response Plan. Adherence to specific standards during fuel system installation and removal is crucial to prevent environmental harm. Limiting vehicle and machinery movement and ensuring proper equipment maintenance are essential to prevent substance leakage. Prompt containment and cleaning of spills are required, while excavated soil mandates a Soil Management Plan. Compliance with regulations for hazardous waste disposal and fuel management is necessary, with any contaminant releases promptly reported. Urban wildlife and vegetation may be affected, necessitating nest scans and protection measures. Observing species at risk and migratory bird protections is crucial, with efforts made to minimize habitat disturbance. Additionally, adherence to relevant city by-laws on idling and noise control is imperative.

Latest update

October 29, 2026 – The authorities intend to make a determination regarding whether the carrying out of the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. To help inform this determination, the authorities are inviting public comments until November 29, 2026 respecting that determination.

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Key documents

Key documents
Document number Document title File Date
2 Notice of Intent to Make a Determination – Start of Public Comment Period - PSPC, NCC - October 29, 2026
1 Installation of New Generator - 101 Colonel By Drive - April 18, 2024

Contacts

Environment, Health and Safety
Public Services and Procurement Canada
11 Laurier Street
Portage III, Place du Portage
Gatineau QC K1A 0S5
Email: TPSGC.RCNLVEEListedeControle-NCRECMPChecklist.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca


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  • Location

    • 101 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario (Ontario)

  • Nature of activity

    • Other, not otherwise specified

  • Assessment status

    In progress

  • Start date

    2026-10-29

  • Proponent

    PSPC

  • Authorities

    • National Capital Commission
    • Public Services and Procurement Canada

  • Assessment type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference number

    88493

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...within 200 kilometres
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