Upgrade Compound D61 (4 ESR) – 5 CDSB Gagetown, NB

Public Comment Period on Intent to Make a Determination
Upgrade Compound D61 (4 ESR) – 5 CDSB Gagetown, NB

September 23, 2026 — The Department of National Defence must decide whether the proposed project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

To help inform this decision, the Department of National Defence is inviting comments from the public on the project and its potential effects on the environment. All comments received will be considered public. For more information, individuals should consult the Privacy Notice on the Registry website.

Written comments must be submitted by October 12, 2026 to:

Real Property Operations Unit (Atlantic)
Canadian Forces Base Gagetown
Post Office Box 17000 Station Forces
Oromocto, New Brunswick E2V 4J5
E-mail Address: RPA.Environment@forces.gc.ca

The Proposed Project

The Department of National Defence (DND) is proposing a project. The project involves the development of a new purpose built equipment storage compound for 4 Engineer Support Regiment (4 ESR) at 5 Canadian Division Support Base (5 CDSB) Gagetown. Work includes site grading, drainage improvements, subgrade preparation, and construction of a durable gravel hardstand capable of supporting heavy military engineer vehicles and equipment. The project will also incorporate circulation routes, turning areas, security lighting, and a designated Petroleum, Oil and Lubricants (POL) storage area to support safe, efficient, and compliant equipment parking and operations. Approximate affected area of construction is 44,000 m².