Floating Dock Installation at Comfort Cove SCH, NL

The proposed project at Comfort Cove SCH, NL includes the installation of a new floating dock structure. The proposed new floating dock would be attached at the apex of an existing floating dock system (Structure #801-802). The new floating dock will be constructed uplands and floated into place. The new floating dock will be attached to the existing floating dock system, then attached to the seabed with anchors and chains.

Latest update

End of Public Comment Period

January 19, 2026 – The public comment period on the project is closed. The authorities are considering comments received to date to inform its determination on whether carrying out of the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

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Key documents

Key documents
Document Number Document Title File Date
1 Notice of Intent to Make a Determination – Start of Public Comment Period - December 19, 2025

Contacts

Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Paul Curran, Regional Engineer
John Cabot Building
St John's
10 Barters Hill
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador A1C 5X1
Telephone: 709-772-6660
Email: Paul.Curran@dfo-mpo.gc.ca


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  • Location

    • The Comfort Cove SCH is located in the community of Comfort Cove-Newstead, Newfoundland. (Newfoundland and Labrador)

  • Nature of Activity

    • Ports and Harbours

  • Assessment Status

    In progress

  • Start Date

    2025-12-19

  • Proponent

    Fisheries and Oceans Canada - Small Craft Harbours (DFO-SCH)

  • Authorities

    • Fisheries and Oceans Canada
    • Transport Canada

  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands

  • Reference Number

    90108

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