Workshop Objective:
- To provide an overview to First Nations and Tribal Councils on the recently amended Canadian Environmental Assessment Act 2012
- To understand how the CEAA 2012 environmental review process is used to evaluate proposed projects in First Nation communities.
- To become familiar with the new AANDC Environmental forms and tools
- To provide an opportunity for networking and practical discussions on best practices and process requirements for First Nations projects.
Topics covered in this workshop:
- Introduction and Objectives
- Presentation – CEAA 2012 and the AANDC Environmental Management Approach
- Overview of Tools
- Case Study A: Fuel System Upgrade and Tank Decommissioning at Sunset Lake First Nation
- Case Study B: Windfarm at Otter Bay First Nation
- Case Study C: New Water Treatment Plant at Green Lake First Nation