Environment and Conservation
December 13, 2006

Environmental Assessment Bulletin

The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Environment and Conservation has announced the following events relative to Part 10 Environmental Assessment of the Environmental Protection Act.

UNDERTAKINGS REGISTERED:

(1) Baine Harbour to Parkers Cove ATV/Walking Trail                                 (Reg. 1306)
Proponent: Baine Harbour Trail Association

The proponent proposes to construct a seven kilometre ATV/walking trail from Baine Harbour to Parkers Cove, joining into the Parkers Cove ATV trail. The trail will traverse open country, with approximately 600feet of trail in a wooded area. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin in April 2007. The undertaking was registered on December 11, 2006; public comments are due by January 17, 2007; and, the minister's decision is due by January 25, 2007.

(2) Exploits Valley Mink Farm                                                                   (Reg. 1307)
Proponent: Mr. Raymond Mullett

The proponent proposes to develop a 1,500 mink breeder farm. The kits will be pelted and sold at auction. The site is approximately 10 acres and is located on the eastern side of Route 360 (Bay d�Espoir Highway) about one kilometre from the TCH. The site was a former fox farm started in 1990. Three sheds 200ft by 30ft will be constructed. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin early in 2007. The undertaking was registered on December 12, 2006; public comments are due by January 17, 2007; and, the minister's decision is due by January 26, 2007.

COMPONENT STUDY RECEIVED:

Long Harbour Commercial Nickel Processing Plant Project                        (Reg. 1243)
Proponent: Voisey's Bay Nickel Company

The proponent has submitted the required Historic Resources Component Study for the environmental assessment of the above undertaking. Public comments on the component study must be received not later than January 17, 2007. The minister�s decision date on the component study is January 31, 2007. For further information on this project contact the chairperson of the assessment committee, Carl Strong at 709-729-0834 or e-mail at cstrong@gov.nl.ca

Further information may be obtained by contacting the Director of Environmental Assessment at 709-729-4211 or toll-free: 1-800-563-6181 or by mail to:

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

Environmental assessment information is on the government web site at //www.gov.nl.ca/env

2006 12 13                                 11:50 a.m.


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