Environmental Approvals

A key requirement of preliminary planning for the project will be a comprehensive environmental impact assessment that will:

• Identify potential effects the project may have on the environment and people;
• Determine ways to avoid, reduce, or mitigate potential negative effects;
• Determine ways to enhance potential positive effects; and
• Develop follow-up and monitoring programs.

Results of these studies will be compiled in an environmental impact statement (EIS). The EIS will be available to the public and submitted for review and approval under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act and the Manitoba Environment Act, as well as under other federal and provincial legislation. Public hearings are expected.

View environmental assessment public involvement program flow chart.