Notice of Determinaton

Québec – September 26, 2022 Indigenous Services Canada has determined that the proposed Prolongement d'infrastructures (rue Tolba) et développement de lots is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

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

  • technically and economically feasible mitigation measures.

Mitigation measures taken into account for this determination are:

  • minimize deforestation and land clearing at the site of the planned work;
  • prior to work, clearly identify deforestation limits;
  • avoid deforestation between April 15 and August 31 to protect migratory bird nesting. If unavoidable, check for nests in trees at all times;
  • ensure that construction site vehicles are in good working order to limit air and noise emissions;
  • do not allow unnecessary idling of construction vehicles;
  • ensure proper functioning of the machinery's reversing warning devices to reduce the risk of accidents;
  • use a water-based dust suppressant on temporary access roads to limit the emission of dust particles when work site vehicles pass by;
  • install adequate road signs to inform motorists of the presence of a truck crossing;
  • limit intensive construction activities before 7:00 a.m. and after 7:00 p.m.;
  • provide an oil spill emergency kit at machinery storage and refuelling areas;
  • establish an oil spill alert structure and post it clearly on the work site;
  • cover the ground with a geomembrane in areas designated for the storage of materials and hydrocarbons;
  • do not accumulate waste in the open air, but place it in containers with lids;
  • place drums and containers containing hydrocarbons or other hazardous products in a bin or between berms that can collect 125% of the volume of the stored reserves;
  • ensure that the bins are present in sufficient number for the volume of waste produced and install them in the appropriate places;
  • ensure that garbage bins and chemical toilets are cleaned at an adequate frequency to avoid overflows;
  • keep machinery away from water bodies, watercourses and wetlands;
  • do not cross watercourses with vehicles, even if they are dry. Instead, install a temporary structure to cross them with the machinery;
  • avoid working during heavy rainfall which could generate significant flow in the ditch;
  • provide liaison between the public and project officials to address potential noise and traffic issues.

Indigenous Services Canada is satisfied that that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

Therefore, Indigenous Services 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.

Document Reference Number: 3

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