Ottawa - April 27, 2020 - The National Capital Commission has determined that the proposed Nepean Sportsplex Parking Lot Rehabilitation is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

This determination was based on a consideration of the following factors:
•    impacts on rights of Indigenous peoples;
•    Indigenous knowledge;
•    community knowledge;
•    comments received from the public; and
•    technically and economically feasible mitigation measures.

Mitigation measures taken into account for this determination will be put in place to address potential significant adverse effects on the following components of the environment:

  • Wildlife, including:
  • Migratory Birds
  • Species at Risk
  • Groundwater / Surface Water Quality and/or Quantity
  • Soil Quality
  • Soil Quantity
  • Air Quality
  • Vegetation
  • Human health
  • Archaeological resources

After reviewing comments received and conducting an internal review of effects, The National Capital Commission is satisfied that the carrying out of the project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. Therefore, the National Capital Commission 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.

For questions or requests, please contact IA-EI@ncc-ccn.ca

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