Environment Minister Kevin Aylward has announced the following events relative to the Environmental Assessment Act. In the case of documents received or approved, copies can be obtained by contacting the regional office of the Department of Environment or by calling toll-free 1-800-563-6181. Comments on submitted documents are invited from the public, addressed in writing to the minister, and are welcome prior to the deadline date following each item.

EXTENSION TO REVIEW PERIOD

Voisey's Bay Mineral Development - Advanced Exploration
Infrastructure Proponent: Voisey's Bay Nickel Company Limited

The minister requires additional time to evaluate the government and public submissions received during the review of the registration document on the Voisey's Bay Mineral Development-Advanced Exploration Infrastructure. A decision will be made on the need for further assessment as early as possible.

A guide to the Environmental Assessment Process is available from the Department of Environment. The minister encourages all interested parties to become involved and to make comments known. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Director of Environmental Assessment at (709) 729-2562 or toll-free: 1-800-563-6181 or by mail to:

Director, Environmental Assessment Division
Department of Environment
West Block, Confederation Building
P.O. Box 8700
St. John's, NF
A1B 4J6