Working Group Recommendations

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for all emergency response categories (Fire, Medical, and Security) within the Project site and its immediate transportation corridors, rather than relying on regional hubs.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-TG1F-QR9W

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request a comprehensive land-use and access map detailing all proposed security and safety exclusion zones and their direct intersection with existing recreational trails, hunting grounds, and ATV/snowmobile routes used by Melgund residents.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-TG1F-QR9W

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Commission an independent socio-economic study on the Stigma Effect of the DGR on property values and tourism-dependent businesses within a 15km radius of the Revell Site, specifically targeting the unorganized township of Melgund.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-TG1F-QR9W

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a plain-language technical bridge that translates the cited CNSC REGDOCs and CSA standards (N288.4, N288.5, N288.7) into specific, measurable water and air quality thresholds for the Revell site.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SX3G-SVKH

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response for environmental spills or industrial accidents, including on-site fire and medical capacity.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SX3G-SVKH

Environment Effects Assessment

Demand a detailed definition of 'adaptive management' that includes specific, pre-defined 'stop-work' triggers for groundwater protection.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SX3G-SVKH

Environment Effects Assessment

Request technical specifications for the proposed heating plant, including fuel source and emission control technologies, alongside a localized air quality dispersion model for the Revell site.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SBPJ-F5DY

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response and fire suppression for industrial risks identified in the filing, specifically blasting and heavy mobile fleet operations.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SBPJ-F5DY

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a comprehensive traffic safety and infrastructure impact study for the Highway 17 corridor, specifically addressing the frequency and weight of 'mobile fleets' and 'used nuclear fuel transport'.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SBPJ-F5DY

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% on-site self-sufficiency for industrial fire, medical, and hazmat response related to the 'welding,' 'copper coating,' and 'temporary dry storage' operations described.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-FT66-9WIO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response capacity, including fire suppression, advanced life support, and site security, without reliance on regional municipal services.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-RTDC-RFE1

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand a comprehensive mapping of all proposed land closures and 'safety zones' that identifies specific intersections with existing recreational trail networks and hunting areas used by Melgund residents.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-RTDC-RFE1

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a comprehensive traffic inventory that quantifies the logistics for 'sealing materials and buffer boxes manufactured on site,' distinct from the cited 'five certified transportation packages each day.'

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-FT66-9WIO

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a comprehensive inventory and mapping of current recreational and subsistence land use—including hunting, fishing, and established snowmobile/ATV trail networks—on the provincial Crown lands identified in the Proponent's submission for transfer to private ownership.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QQKN-F06E

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for all emergency response requirements (fire, medical, and security) and assess the impact of project-related incidents on regional response times for Melgund residents.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QQKN-F06E

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request specific operational constraints and maximum capacity limits for the 'temporary dry storage' area to ensure it does not function as a long-term surface facility.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-FT66-9WIO

Environment Baseline

Request the Proponent provide site-specific baseline monitoring data for ambient noise and light levels specifically within the residential clusters of Melgund Township (Dyment and Borups Corners) to validate the 'negligible risk' characterization.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-Q03D-SJI7

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand a comprehensive assessment of potential negative economic impacts, specifically focusing on property devaluation and cost-of-living increases for residents in the unorganized territory of Melgund.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-Q03D-SJI7

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% on-site self-sufficiency for the 'Emergency response building(s)', 'Explosives magazine', and 'Diesel and propane tanks' listed in Table 10.1.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ET7P-SOB2

Human Environment (People) VCs

Formally contest the exclusion of transportation activities on existing highways from the Project's scope, as stated in Section 10.3, and demand the inclusion of Highway 17 accident scenarios as a Valued Component.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ET7P-SOB2

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response (fire, medical, and security) at the Revell site and along transportation corridors, rather than relying on regional hubs.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-Q03D-SJI7

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a detailed inventory of radiological and industrial waste streams and their specific discharge points into the local watershed near the Revell site, as referenced in Sections 24 and 25 of the Proponent's submission.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-P79F-145K

Environment Effects Assessment

Request detailed effluent criteria, discharge locations, and failure modeling for the 'Domestic sewage treatment plant', 'Process water settling pond', and 'Discharge pipeline' listed in Table 10.1.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ET7P-SOB2

Human Environment (People) VCs

Formally include 'Local Recreational Land Use' and 'Social Cohesion (Dyment Recreation Hall)' as Valued Components (VCs) in the Impact Statement guidelines to address the gaps in Section 22 of the Proponent's submission.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-P79F-145K

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response (Fire, Medical, Spill Response) for the Revell site and transport corridors within Melgund Township, as the management plans in Section 25 currently lack local context.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-P79F-145K

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response and nuclear emergency preparedness as referenced in REGDOC-2.10.1 and the Explosives Act.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-OIJ5-HTOR

Environment Baseline

Request comprehensive hydrogeological baseline studies for the Melgund and Dyment area to address the potential impacts of water takings exceeding 50,000 L/d and large-scale sewage works.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-OIJ5-HTOR

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand a specific Transportation Safety and Emergency Response Plan for the movement of used nuclear fuel and explosives through the Melgund corridor, as governed by the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-OIJ5-HTOR

Human Environment (People) VCs

Challenge the Proponent's assertion that 'no other applicable strategic assessments are required' by formally requesting the inclusion of a 'Community Well-being and Social Carrying Capacity' assessment as a specific Valued Component.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-CAMN-B4RY

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's reliance on a 'conceptual post-closure safety analysis' within the integrated assessment; demand specific, non-conceptual modelling of long-term groundwater and soil stability prior to IAA approval.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-DQMV-0K62

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the formal inclusion of 'Site Characterization' activities (drilling, traffic, workforce presence) into the Socio-Economic Baseline and Impact Statement, despite the Proponent's claim that it is 'not a designated activity' under the IAA.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-DQMV-0K62

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's statement that 'no regional studies' exist by mandating the creation of a specific Regional Cumulative Effects Assessment for the Wabigoon-Ignace-Melgund corridor.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-BN73-T3VL

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the immediate commissioning of a 'Local-Regional Land Use and Recreation Study' to fill the admitted gap in regional assessments for the Melgund, Dyment, and Borups Corners area.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-BN73-T3VL

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's engagement classification of Melgund LSB as an 'Inform' stakeholder (Section 5.4) regarding Emergency Preparedness, specifically in light of the commitment to 'support emergency services' in Ignace (Section 5.1).

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-9WST-SH83

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency medical, fire, and spill response for the Revell site and the transportation corridor through Borups Corners and Dyment, including a detailed assessment of response times from regional hubs.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-NPXJ-J2WQ

Environment Baseline

Request a comprehensive land-use and access study for the provincial Crown lands within the Revell site and surrounding Melgund Township, specifically mapping hunting grounds, trapping lines, and recreational trail networks used by the local community.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-NPXJ-J2WQ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to establish a legally binding 'Melgund Infrastructure and Mitigation Fund' to address the long-term costs of road maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and community service pressures resulting from the project.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-NPXJ-J2WQ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a specific breakdown of the 'long-term employment, training and business opportunities' specifically for Melgund Township residents, distinguishing them from the broader 'Northwestern Ontario' region.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-D1VN-Y1EW

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response (fire, medical, and security) at the Revell site and provide a dedicated emergency response sub-station in Melgund.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-MLHH-88B5

Environment Baseline

Request a localized hydrogeological baseline and monitoring program specifically for private residential wells within a 10km radius of the Revell site, including pre-construction chemical and radiological characterization.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-MLHH-88B5

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a 'Health Service Capacity Mitigation Plan' that funds the expansion of the Mary Berglund Community Health Centre and regional hubs prior to the start of the construction phase.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-MLHH-88B5

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate how they will fulfill the stated benefit of 'protecting people' during 'site preparation' given Melgund's total lack of local emergency services.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-D1VN-Y1EW

Environment Baseline

Demand the immediate installation of a permanent, real-time air quality monitoring station within Melgund Township (Dyment/Borups Corners) to replace the reliance on distant regional data.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-LIRN-9HP4

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response capacity, including fire, medical, and spill response, for all project-related activities and transport.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-LIRN-9HP4

Environment Baseline

Require a rigorous chemical 'fingerprinting' of existing surface water and soil contaminants to distinguish between natural geological exceedances and future project-related impacts.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-LIRN-9HP4

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response (fire, medical, and hazardous material spills) at the Revell Site and along the immediate Highway 17 corridor serving Borups Corners and Dyment.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-KCX1-CMOF

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand the inclusion of 'Local Commuter Safety and Highway 17 Integrity' as a specific Valued Component (VC) in the Impact Statement, focusing on the 15km radius around the project centroid.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-KCX1-CMOF

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response (Fire, Medical, and Security) for the proposed 'accommodation camps' and 'access road' options listed in Table 13.1.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-IFKS-08YE

Environment Alternatives

Request a detailed hydrogeological impact assessment for each 'Alternative Mean' regarding water supply (surface vs. groundwater) and discharge locations identified in Table 13.1.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-IFKS-08YE

Environment Alternatives

Request a detailed infrastructure assessment outlining the specific transmission line corridors and substation locations required to connect the Revell site to the Ontario electricity grid.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-CAMN-B4RY

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full self-sufficiency in emergency response capabilities (fire, ambulance, spill response) specifically for the 13-year "Site Preparation and Construction" phase (2030–2042) outlined in Table 12.1.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-GM6M-54II

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Assess the proposed location of the 'worker accommodation camp' described as being 'within or near the town of Ignace' (Section 5.3.2) to determine potential spillover impacts on Melgund.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-9WST-SH83

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency regarding the "fire protection systems" and emergency response for the proposed "worker accommodation camps" mentioned in Section 4.2.2.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-7NML-O7FK

Environment Effects Assessment

Request detailed mitigation strategies for the "management of excavated rock" referenced in Section 4.2.2, specifically regarding dust generation and surface water runoff.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-7NML-O7FK

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the social and safety impacts of the "worker accommodation camps" (Section 4.2.2) specifically on the residents of Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-7NML-O7FK

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% emergency response self-sufficiency (fire, ambulance, security) at the Revell Site, noting the text's reference to 'infrastructure development' support for Ignace but exclusion of the unorganized territory.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-564D-Q5SN

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific socio-economic baseline study for Melgund Township to counter-balance the 'economic growth' and 'social and cultural enrichment' analysis explicitly referenced for the Township of Ignace.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-564D-Q5SN

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's definition of the ALARA principle, specifically the text's assertion that mitigation will take 'social and economic factors into account' regarding releases to air, water, and soils.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-471V-LXBX

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a 'Self-Sufficiency Capacity Assessment' regarding the text's mention of 'access restrictions for safety and security' and potential 'releases,' specifically proving the Proponent can manage these events without relying on local services.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-471V-LXBX

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request detailed mapping of the 'direct overprinting of land' and 'access restrictions' mentioned in the text to identify specific conflicts with local recreational trails and harvesting areas.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-471V-LXBX

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency medical, fire, and security response at the Revell Site and the proposed worker accommodation camp.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-218H-UOAZ

Environment Baseline

Request site-specific noise, vibration, and air quality modeling data specifically for the residential receptors located in Borups Corners and Dyment.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-218H-UOAZ

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Mandate a dedicated socio-economic impact assessment for Melgund Township that is distinct from the Ignace Area Community Well-Being Studies.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-218H-UOAZ

Environment Effects Assessment

Require a detailed groundwater protection and monitoring plan that specifically addresses the risk to private residential wells in the Melgund area.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-218H-UOAZ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response capacity for the Revell site, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, and hazardous material spill response.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-0TVE-L5AG

Environment VCs

Request a technical justification for the application of the ALARA principle where 'economic' and 'practical' considerations might be used to justify radioactive or hazardous releases into the local watershed.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-0TVE-L5AG

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response and fire suppression capabilities for the proposed on-site LLW and ILW storage facilities.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ZIGX-4M3J

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a socio-economic study on the impact of long-term 'interim' storage of LLW and ILW on local property values and the 'nuclear dump' stigma in Melgund.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ZIGX-4M3J

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for fire, medical, and security services for the proposed worker accommodation camp and site preparation activities.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SG7C-VK02

Environment Baseline

Request the inclusion of private residential wells in Dyment and Borups Corners within the hydrogeological baseline monitoring program for site preparation and water management facilities.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SG7C-VK02

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request a gap analysis identifying where the Proponent intends to deviate from the full requirements of REGDOC-1.2.3, given the use of the term 'general accordance'.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SG7C-VK02

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% emergency service self-sufficiency for the worker accommodation camp and repository site, including fire, medical, and security response.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-R856-WYRY

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a detailed management and mitigation plan for the excavated rock management area, specifically addressing dust suppression, leachate toxicity, and long-term visual impacts.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-R856-WYRY

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand the inclusion of local transportation safety—specifically school bus routes and residential access points in Borups Corners—within the project's Valued Components (VCs).

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-R856-WYRY

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response—including fire, medical, and hazardous material spills—at the Revell site and along the immediate transport corridor, rather than relying on regional hubs.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QFBP-OL49

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the formal inclusion of 'Unorganized Territory Socio-Economic Stability' as a Valued Component (VC) to specifically measure impacts on property values and community cohesion in Melgund.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QFBP-OL49

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for all emergency response categories (Fire, Medical, and Hazardous Materials) for the Revell site and its immediate transit corridors.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-POF8-PLHQ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Formally designate 'Highway 17 Traffic Safety and Emergency Access' as a Valued Component (VC) for the socio-economic assessment.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-POF8-PLHQ

Environment Baseline

Request the release of site-specific hydrogeological and crystalline rock integrity data for the Revell site to validate the 'secure containment' hypothesis.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-POF8-PLHQ

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the Proponent to formally redefine the 'Project Area' to explicitly include Melgund Township (Dyment and Borups Corners) as a primary impacted community in all socio-economic and safety baseline studies.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-O4OA-CAQJ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent provide a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan demonstrating 100% self-sufficiency for fire, medical, and security services at the Revell Site and the immediate Highway 17 corridor.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-O4OA-CAQJ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Transportation Safety for Unorganized Residents' as a specific Valued Component (VC) in the Impact Statement, with a focus on the Highway 17 corridor between Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-O4OA-CAQJ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency medical, fire, and security services for the Project and its associated workforce, specifically addressing the safety risks identified in the filing's reference to MMIWG Call for Justice 13.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-L8NA-TYYC

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the Proponent conduct a comprehensive socio-economic and demographic baseline study specifically for the unincorporated communities of Melgund, Dyment, and Borups Corners to rectify the admitted data deficiencies in the Initial Project Description.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-L8NA-TYYC

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to develop a specific 'Neighbor Impact Mitigation Plan' for Melgund that addresses the 'perceived risks' and social stigma mentioned in the filing, including a Property Value Protection Program.

Priority: High

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-L8NA-TYYC

Environment Alternatives

Request a comparative hydrogeological analysis for the 'Source of water supply' and 'Water Discharge' options listed in Table 12.5 (Items 4 and 5), specifically evaluating risks to private wells in Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: High

ENV-002 Read

Source Ref: REC-ELUG-WO1J

Environment Baseline

Mandate a baseline noise, vibration, and light pollution study specifically at the coordinates of the nearest residents in Borups Corners and Dyment.

Priority: High

ENV-003 Read

Source Ref: REC-G9UU-AFF3

Environment VCs

Request a detailed validation of the 'quantitative understanding' of the site's geology, specifically challenging the assertion that remaining uncertainties do not affect 'fundamental suitability.'

Priority: High

ENV-005 Read

Source Ref: REC-IFP1-SCUJ

Environment Baseline

Reject the Proponent's reliance on meteorological data from the Dryden station (55 km away) and mandate the immediate installation of on-site meteorological monitoring stations to capture local micro-climate data.

Priority: High

ENV-006 Read

Source Ref: REC-IFP1-SCUJ

Environment Baseline

Request a corrective action plan for the admitted underestimation of winter precipitation (snow water equivalent) and a retrospective correction of the 2022-2023 water balance data.

Priority: High

ENV-009 Read

Source Ref: REC-KHR2-SW97

Environment VCs

Challenge the statistical sufficiency of using only six deep boreholes to characterize the entire 40km x 15km Revell batholith as 'homogeneous' and request a justification for this sampling density.

Priority: High

ENV-011 Read

Source Ref: REC-MCV2-ZLT8

Environment Baseline

Request immediate validation and direct mapping of the 'larger-scale structures presently inferred to be fracture zones (FZs)' referenced in the Deep Geology section, moving beyond 'inference' to physical characterization.

Priority: High

ENV-012 Read

Source Ref: REC-MCV2-ZLT8

Environment Baseline

Challenge the sufficiency of the Proponent's moose population baseline, specifically the 'low calf:cow ratio' where the cause is currently undetermined, and require a specific investigation into whether current predation or habitat factors are driving this decline before Project stressors are added.

Priority: High

ENV-014 Read

Source Ref: REC-K6Z7-J9U0

Environment Baseline

Request immediate, traditional field verification (netting/electrofishing) for the American Eel, following the positive eDNA metabarcoding detection which the Proponent currently characterizes as 'uncertain' and 'outside the typical range'.

Priority: High

ENV-015 Read

Source Ref: REC-KZ30-4PUD

Environment Effects Assessment

Formally object to the Proponent's statement that studies are 'sufficiently advanced to support a risk-informed assessment' while simultaneously admitting that 'further field studies are needed to verify the presence and distribution of SAR'.

Priority: High

ENV-016 Read

Source Ref: REC-KZ30-4PUD

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's methodology regarding the 'opportunistic identification of candidate Significant Wildlife Habitat (SWH)' alongside terrestrial ecosystem mapping, requesting a transition to systematic, dedicated SWH surveys.

Priority: High

ENV-018 Read

Source Ref: REC-KZ30-4PUD

Environment Effects Assessment

Demand a management plan for Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) in excavated bedrock, specifically addressing leaching risks into the local unorganized territory's groundwater.

Priority: High

ENV-019 Read

Source Ref: REC-M50N-9XDM

Environment Baseline

Challenge the sufficiency of the 'temporary weather station' data (limited to 2021-present) and request a comparative analysis against at least 10 years of historical regional data to validate the 'reasonable range' assertion.

Priority: High

ENV-021 Read

Source Ref: REC-M50N-9XDM

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's assertion that 'neither mercury nor polychlorinated biphenyls are expected to be released' by requiring a specific assessment of contaminant mobilization via physical sediment disturbance and hydrological changes.

Priority: High

ENV-023 Read

Source Ref: REC-QMP1-VXXE

Environment Baseline

Request a comprehensive hydrogeological baseline study specifically for private wells in Melgund, distinct from the municipal systems described for Ignace and Dryden.

Priority: High

ENV-024 Read

Source Ref: REC-76TD-UTU3

Environment Baseline

Establish a comprehensive hydrogeological baseline for private wells and septic efficacy in Melgund, citing the Proponent's submission that water services are the 'responsibility of the homeowner' and rely on 'cisterns and water wells'.

Priority: High

ENV-025 Read

Source Ref: REC-AGZ3-1E2F

Environment Baseline

Establish a comprehensive baseline for surface water quality and aquatic health specifically for Melgund Lake.

Priority: High

ENV-026 Read

Source Ref: REC-CJ37-DN1N

Environment VCs

Request confirmation that provincial standards for 'Industrial Sewage Works' and 'Water Taking' (Table 18.3) will be adopted as the minimum performance benchmarks, despite the jurisdictional 'uncertainty' noted in Section 18.4.

Priority: High

ENV-029 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTRE-N3SE

Environment VCs

Challenge the designation of 'Not applicable' for Assessment Endpoints regarding Air Quality, Noise/Vibration, Hydrogeology, and Surface Water Quality in Table 19.1.

Priority: High

ENV-032 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZC9-B0UA

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's reliance on generic industry data (MECP 2017) which assumes emissions settle within 500m to 1km, and demand the immediate completion and peer review of site-specific air quality dispersion modelling.

Priority: High

ENV-038 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZYV-QNUJ

Environment Effects Assessment

Reject the 'Negligible Risk' and 'High Confidence' ratings for Noise, Vibration, and Light until the Proponent completes and submits the site-specific modelling admitted to be missing in Section 19.2.3.3.2.

Priority: High

ENV-040 Read

Source Ref: REC-S105-5ERH

Environment Baseline

Request the immediate completion and peer review of the 'Conceptual Groundwater Model' to substantiate the claim that drawdown effects will be limited to 'a few hundred metres'.

Priority: High

ENV-042 Read

Source Ref: REC-SND9-URCW

Environment Effects Assessment

Request specific spatial mapping and concentration gradients for the proposed 'regulated mixing zone' where effluent dilution is expected to occur.

Priority: High

ENV-044 Read

Source Ref: REC-TLCD-9L7O

Environment Baseline

Require the immediate completion and peer review of the 'integrated site-wide water balance and water quality modelling' prior to the acceptance of any risk designations.

Priority: High

ENV-045 Read

Source Ref: REC-TLCD-9L7O

Environment Effects Assessment

Require immediate clarification and correction of Table 19.11, which is referenced as the risk screening for 'Topography, Soils and Sediment' but is titled 'Surface Water Quality'.

Priority: High

ENV-046 Read

Source Ref: REC-UH3W-XKL6

Environment Baseline

Request the specific quantitative baseline data and statistical definition of 'natural variability' for soil and sediment chemistry in the Melgund area.

Priority: High

ENV-048 Read

Source Ref: REC-UH3W-XKL6

Environment Baseline

Challenge the sufficiency of the 'non-acid generating' rock classification by requesting comprehensive leachate testing for neutral-pH metal leaching and blasting residues (nitrates/ammonia).

Priority: High

ENV-051 Read

Source Ref: REC-VJYE-82YN

Environment Effects Assessment

Request specific technical justification for the 'active measures' cited in the Institutional Control definition, specifically the reference to 'water treatment' post-2193.

Priority: High

ENV-054 Read

Source Ref: REC-TRP1-5PB8

Environment Baseline

Request site-specific hydrogeological data to validate the claim in Tables 12.1 and 12.4 that the host rock exhibits 'low groundwater flow,' distinguishing local Revell site conditions from general Canadian Shield averages.

Priority: High

ENV-055 Read

Source Ref: REC-UZ0Z-J3ZP

Environment Baseline

Request the specific baseline metrics and indicators that will be used to define and monitor 'environmental integrity' regarding groundwater and geologic media during the proposed 'extended period' of testing.

Priority: High

ENV-057 Read

Source Ref: REC-51UD-KOXS

Environment Baseline

Request the specific geophysical datasets and borehole logs used to map the 'inferred' Fracture Zones (FZs) and demand a quantitative definition of rock 'homogeneity' relative to these structural features.

Priority: High

ENV-061 Read

Source Ref: REC-2KTC-9F3B

Environment Baseline

Request immediate characterization of 'gently inclined and water-conducting features' in the Revell batholith prior to the Impact Statement, rather than deferring this to future licensing phases.

Priority: High

ENV-062 Read

Source Ref: REC-50OT-LAAO

Environment Effects Assessment

Require a definitive methodology and specific 'stop-work' criteria for the investigation of 'potential recent fault activity' and post-glacial faulting.

Priority: High

ENV-064 Read

Source Ref: REC-50OT-LAAO

Environment Effects Assessment

Require the submission of completed kinetic testing and leachate analysis results prior to the Impact Statement, rather than accepting the 'anticipated' non-acid generating outcomes cited in the text.

Priority: High

ENV-065 Read

Source Ref: REC-6RCA-XCD6

Environment Baseline

Request a statistical justification for the sufficiency of six boreholes to characterize the geochemical homogeneity of the entire repository volume, specifically regarding the 5% subordinate rock types (amphibolite and dykes).

Priority: High

ENV-068 Read

Source Ref: REC-6RCA-XCD6

Environment Baseline

Require the Proponent to re-sample sediments and utilize laboratory methods with detection limits strictly lower than federal/provincial quality guidelines, specifically for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and semi-volatile organic compounds.

Priority: High

ENV-071 Read

Source Ref: REC-7YQ8-KNYV

Environment Baseline

Challenge the applicability of using air quality data from Thunder Bay and Winnipeg (240-350 km away) and request detailed validation against the new local 2023 dataset.

Priority: High

ENV-074 Read

Source Ref: REC-A1W5-U0RP

Environment Baseline

Challenge the sufficiency of the hydrogeological baseline, specifically the reliance on only five deep groundwater samples to characterize the entire repository block.

Priority: High

ENV-076 Read

Source Ref: REC-CGV7-Q176

Environment Baseline

Request the specific geological and spatial rationale for the location of the three shallow well 'nests' and six deep boreholes to validate their representativeness for the 2024-2025 groundwater model.

Priority: High

ENV-077 Read

Source Ref: REC-E8HZ-PETO

Environment Baseline

Challenge the sufficiency of using 'gross alpha and gross beta' as the primary radiological indicators and formally request the inclusion of specific isotopes (e.g., Iodine-129, Cesium-137) in the baseline water quality program.

Priority: High

ENV-078 Read

Source Ref: REC-E8HZ-PETO

Environment Baseline

Require immediate physical field verification (netting/trapping) of the American eel (Anguilla rostrata) to confirm the eDNA detection mentioned in Section 14.7.1.

Priority: High

ENV-081 Read

Source Ref: REC-GE6S-TERT

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's conclusion that 'no potentially important fish habitat' exists within the Project site, specifically requesting winter field surveys to validate the claim of 'no overwintering habitat' in local watercourses.

Priority: High

ENV-086 Read

Source Ref: REC-HDY5-FIPN

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's assertion that 2021-2022 baseline results based on 'desktop... mapping' and 'eDNA sampling' are 'sufficiently comprehensive,' specifically citing the admission in the text that eDNA interpretation is 'difficult due to limited data.'

Priority: High

ENV-088 Read

Source Ref: REC-I6VV-K4HL

Environment Baseline

Request specific baseline data and discharge modeling for 'treated effluent release' and 'water collection ponds' relative to Melgund's water sources.

Priority: High

ENV-091 Read

Source Ref: REC-AHNT-NDM5

Environment Baseline

Request the quantitative hydrogeological baseline data that underpins the 'Water Statement' and the 'integrative narrative' regarding the 'interconnected systems of water' described in the filing.

Priority: High

ENV-092 Read

Source Ref: REC-5SKK-B9HX

Environment Baseline

Request the inclusion of private residential wells in Dyment and Borups Corners as specific monitoring locations within the water quality baseline program.

Priority: High

ENV-098 Read

Source Ref: REC-GWL1-XHFC

Environment Baseline

Formalize a comprehensive well-water sampling program for all residents in the vicinity to establish pre-project baselines for uranium and naturally occurring radionuclides.

Priority: High

ENV-100 Read

Source Ref: REC-OA7C-8BGI

Environment Baseline

Require immediate, independent baseline thermal and ecological profiling for Mennin Lake, Lowery Lake, Church Lake, and Long Lake to address stated concerns regarding 'lake temperatures' and 'aquatic ecosystems.'

Priority: High

ENV-101 Read

Source Ref: REC-OA7C-8BGI

Environment Baseline

Request the Proponent redefine the 'Involve' criteria to include Melgund in 'environmental considerations' planning, rather than limiting this scope solely to the Township of Ignace.

Priority: High

ENV-103 Read

Source Ref: REC-T2EG-TBMW

Environment Baseline

Request the Proponent define the specific geographic radius used to determine 'proximity' and mandate the creation of a project-specific Regional Environmental Baseline to fill the identified data gap.

Priority: High

ENV-104 Read

Source Ref: REC-TR2I-K8F9

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a quantitative definition of the "small amount" of on-site energy production and specific identification of the fuel sources and technologies intended for standby power generation.

Priority: High

ENV-105 Read

Source Ref: REC-UBHK-CJZA

Environment Baseline

Request the specific geological baseline data and hydrogeological modeling used to substantiate the claim that the selected site is a 'stable geological formation' capable of isolating 5.9 million bundles.

Priority: High

ENV-106 Read

Source Ref: REC-3F1I-BL8O

Environment Baseline

Request a detailed 'Site Characterization Environmental Management Plan' that quantifies the physical footprint (drilling, land clearing, water withdrawal) of activities the Proponent claims are exempt from IAA Section 7 prohibitions.

Priority: High

ENV-107 Read

Source Ref: REC-497P-UTD9

Environment Baseline

Request a detailed water balance model and specific discharge locations for the 'water management systems' referenced in Section 9.1.

Priority: High

ENV-108 Read

Source Ref: REC-6KCG-SQMO

Environment Baseline

Request immediate identification of specific geographic coordinates for the 'receiving locations' of treated water discharge, rather than the current vague '2 to 10 km radius' description.

Priority: High

ENV-110 Read

Source Ref: REC-IDNR-QU67

Environment Baseline

Request precise coordinates and baseline ecological data for the 'receiving locations for treated water discharge' which are currently vaguely defined as being within a '2 to 10 km radius' of the site.

Priority: High

ENV-113 Read

Source Ref: REC-K90A-SCTT

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a specific management and segregation plan for the ~3% of excavated rock that is not biotite granodiorite-tonalite, specifically addressing the 'trace proportions of sulphur-bearing minerals' identified in the text.

Priority: High

ENV-116 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTVI-UHZV

Environment Baseline

Request immediate identification of the 'suitable receiving waterbody' mentioned for contact water discharge and provision of baseline water quality data for that specific body.

Priority: High

ENV-118 Read

Source Ref: REC-QEZT-56TQ

Environment Baseline

Request a specific baseline protocol for the 'surveys of soils and sediments' and 'ground water quality' monitoring mentioned, explicitly defining the Contaminants of Potential Concern (COPCs) related to decommissioning activities (e.g., concrete additives, demolition dust).

Priority: High

ENV-120 Read

Source Ref: REC-RI8C-VQCO

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the characterization of residual effects on wetlands as 'negligible' and demand a site-specific 'No Net Loss' plan for the 17% of the site identified as swamp and fen.

Priority: High

ENV-121 Read

Source Ref: REC-WTZE-IF2P

Environment Baseline

Request a quantitative inventory of habitat loss, specified in hectares, for each of the 64 upland breeding bird species and eight SAR species identified in the Proponent's submission.

Priority: High

ENV-122 Read

Source Ref: REC-YD32-RLEO

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's claim that residual effects on terrestrial wildlife will be 'negligible' despite a 'moderate likelihood' of sensory disturbance, and request the specific quantitative thresholds used to define 'ALARA' for noise and light emissions affecting the five endangered bat species and moose.

Priority: High

ENV-124 Read

Source Ref: REC-ZKT8-FAGG

Environment Effects Assessment

Request the Proponent provide localized, site-specific modeling for air quality, noise, and vibration impacts that accounts for the near-zero baseline of the Melgund unorganized territory.

Priority: High

ENV-126 Read

Source Ref: REC-0RPL-ODT3

Environment Baseline

Require the completion and disclosure of quantitative groundwater and surface water modeling for the Melgund watershed before finalizing the scope of the Impact Statement.

Priority: High

ENV-127 Read

Source Ref: REC-2E9W-7B3X

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's reliance on linear distance (140 km to the US border and 210 km to the Manitoba border) as a primary metric for environmental safety and demand a pathway-based impact assessment.

Priority: High

ENV-128 Read

Source Ref: REC-2LJW-QS86

Environment Baseline

Validate that baseline data for groundwater, surface water, and terrestrial wildlife includes the specific watersheds and migration corridors used by harvesters in the Melgund area.

Priority: High

ENV-129 Read

Source Ref: REC-3Q9M-7PAZ

Environment Alternatives

Request a detailed feasibility study and comparative analysis of low-carbon heating alternatives (such as industrial heat pumps or geothermal systems) to replace the proposed propane and natural gas heating plants.

Priority: High

ENV-130 Read

Source Ref: REC-45DO-42GU

Environment Effects Assessment

Demand a detailed technical specification of the 'best available technology' for groundwater and effluent monitoring, specifically addressing how these systems will protect private well-water users in the unorganized territory of Melgund.

Priority: High

ENV-131 Read

Source Ref: REC-57IA-VPMT

Environment Effects Assessment

Demand a detailed Land Use and Access Management Plan that specifies the geographic extent of exclusion zones and the duration of restricted access to Crown lands in the Melgund area.

Priority: High

ENV-132 Read

Source Ref: REC-5VQ4-5YXC

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to provide a site-specific Forest Fire Mitigation and Response Plan that demonstrates zero reliance on local municipal fire services.

Priority: High

ENV-136 Read

Source Ref: REC-UE3H-XK5C

Environment Baseline

Demand a detailed geochemical analysis of excavated rock and a comprehensive baseline study of the local watershed, specifically focusing on Lake Malagon and the potential for acid rock leachate.

Priority: High

ENV-138 Read

Source Ref: REC-UE3H-XK5C

Environment Baseline

Request the detailed list of parameters for 'Baseline Data Collection' (Section 2 of the Proponent's submission) to ensure local groundwater and soil conditions in the Melgund area are specifically monitored.

Priority: High

ENV-139 Read

Source Ref: REC-DRQW-2XOV

Environment Baseline

Request the Proponent provide an objective geochemical characterization protocol for excavated rock that removes the pre-determined language of 'confirming' non-toxicity as stated in Section 14.3 of the Initial Project Description.

Priority: High

ENV-140 Read

Source Ref: REC-EX9L-M94O

Environment Baseline

Demand the establishment of a comprehensive groundwater and surface water baseline that includes private well testing in the Melgund area.

Priority: High

ENV-144 Read

Source Ref: REC-LW3Q-0GBJ

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a comprehensive lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) assessment that includes Scope 3 emissions, specifically focusing on the transportation of nuclear waste and the carbon footprint of construction materials.

Priority: High

ENV-147 Read

Source Ref: REC-ONT2-MNJ5

Environment Alternatives

Demand a detailed technical evaluation of low-carbon alternatives for the proposed heating plant, such as geothermal or industrial-scale electric heat pumps, to replace high-emission fuel sources.

Priority: High

ENV-148 Read

Source Ref: REC-ONT2-MNJ5

Human Environment (People) VCs

Challenge the Proponent's use of 'illustrative economic regions' in their socio-economic assessment and request a gap analysis comparing these generic models against the specific unorganized status of Melgund Township.

Priority: High

HEP-001 Read

Source Ref: REC-CRM5-8I9H

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

In response to the Proponent's request for 'specific elements... built into an implementation plan,' formally mandate that '100% Proponent-supplied Emergency Services' be listed as a critical project requirement.

Priority: High

HEP-002 Read

Source Ref: REC-CRM5-8I9H

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Require an analysis of 'Access road alignments' (Table 12.5, Item 1) that specifically models impacts on emergency response times from regional hubs (Ignace/Dryden) to Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-004 Read

Source Ref: REC-ELUG-WO1J

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency services regarding the 'Accommodation camps' (Table 12.5, Item 10), explicitly ruling out reliance on local capacity.

Priority: High

HEP-005 Read

Source Ref: REC-ELUG-WO1J

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Require the disaggregation of socio-economic baseline data to specifically isolate Borups Corners and Dyment as distinct receptors, separate from the Township of Ignace.

Priority: High

HEP-006 Read

Source Ref: REC-G9UU-AFF3

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's citation of 'transportation safety' as a selection factor by demanding a gap analysis of emergency response times to the proposed Primary and Secondary Access Roads.

Priority: High

HEP-007 Read

Source Ref: REC-G9UU-AFF3

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a specific assessment of how the 'extreme temperatures' (-43°C) and '175 cm of snowfall' cited in the text impact emergency response times from distant hubs (Ignace/Dryden) to the Project site and Melgund Township.

Priority: High

HEP-008 Read

Source Ref: REC-IFP1-SCUJ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to provide a detailed evidence-based justification for the claim that there is 'no potential link' between the Project and tick distribution/abundance, specifically analyzing the impact of creating edge habitats on deer (host) density and human interaction.

Priority: High

HEP-010 Read

Source Ref: REC-K6Z7-J9U0

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a specific vulnerability assessment detailing how projected increases in 'winter and spring precipitation' and 'ice dynamics' will impact emergency response travel times from Ignace and Dryden.

Priority: High

HEP-011 Read

Source Ref: REC-M50N-9XDM

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request that the 'Infrastructure and services' baseline explicitly quantifies the 'zero-service' reality of Melgund (no fire, police, or ambulance) rather than aggregating service levels with regional hubs like Dryden or Ignace.

Priority: High

HEP-014 Read

Source Ref: REC-N5ZI-98ET

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Reject the use of 'approximate community centroids' for Dyment and Borups Corners and require a detailed map of all permanent and seasonal residences to determine actual proximity to the Project site.

Priority: High

HEP-015 Read

Source Ref: REC-N5ZI-98ET

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's admission that the social baseline 'focuses primarily on the municipal context' and request a dedicated socio-economic profile for the unorganized LSB of Melgund that explicitly documents the lack of municipal services and governance.

Priority: High

HEP-016 Read

Source Ref: REC-N5ZI-98ET

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Demand the immediate collection of baseline data on gender-based violence, rejecting the Proponent's statement that this data is 'currently not available' and can be deferred.

Priority: High

HEP-018 Read

Source Ref: REC-O1UI-N32A

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific assessment of emergency response capacity for 'external causes (injury)', given the Proponent's admission that injury is a leading cause of Potential Years of Life Lost (PYLL) and that existing services are already 'strained'.

Priority: High

HEP-020 Read

Source Ref: REC-O1UI-N32A

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's conclusion that 'No further work planned for health outcomes baseline conditions characterization' is acceptable, specifically citing the alarming statistic that the average age of death in Ignace is 63.6 years.

Priority: High

HEP-021 Read

Source Ref: REC-O1UI-N32A

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a specific mitigation strategy regarding the Mary Berglund Community Health Centre Hub (MBCHCH), citing the text's admission that the facility is 'operating near capacity and does not have space to dedicate to additional service provision.'

Priority: High

HEP-023 Read

Source Ref: REC-PJBA-IQN7

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the adequacy of the Ambulance Services baseline (Section 15.3.1) which identifies only two ambulances in Ignace and four in Dryden, failing to analyze response times to unorganized territories.

Priority: High

HEP-024 Read

Source Ref: REC-PJBA-IQN7

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request immediate, site-specific baseline testing of private residential wells in Dyment and Borups Corners for Uranium and heavy metals, independent of regional averages.

Priority: High

HEP-026 Read

Source Ref: REC-QMP1-VXXE

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

The text notes that the LSB of Wabigoon experiences a '50 to 60 percent' population increase during summer months. Request that the Proponent mandate that all emergency response planning and capacity assessments be based on this 'Peak Seasonal' population figure rather than the Census baseline.

Priority: High

HEP-027 Read

Source Ref: REC-ROBI-HBQC

Human Environment (People) Baseline

The Proponent's submission provides specific demographic data for the 'Local Service Board of Wabigoon' but omits specific baseline data for the Local Services Board of Melgund. Request the immediate inclusion of Melgund's demographic profile, including specific counts for seasonal vs. permanent residents.

Priority: High

HEP-030 Read

Source Ref: REC-ROBI-HBQC

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

The Proponent's submission identifies high food costs and growing food insecurity as a baseline condition in Ignace and Dryden. The Working Group requests a specific assessment of 'Project-Induced Inflation' on the cost of the food basket during the construction phase.

Priority: High

HEP-031 Read

Source Ref: REC-2LA4-TXUT

Human Environment (People) Baseline

The Proponent's submission characterizes the Local Services Board of Melgund as having 'limited resources/services' and relying on volunteers. The Working Group requires the Proponent to explicitly define this baseline to reflect the absolute absence of professional emergency services (Fire, Ambulance, Police) in Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: High

HEP-034 Read

Source Ref: REC-2LA4-TXUT

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's assertion that the infrastructure baseline is 'sufficiently complete' by demanding a specific 'Emergency Response Gap Analysis' for Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-037 Read

Source Ref: REC-76TD-UTU3

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% emergency response self-sufficiency, noting that the filing identifies only 'volunteer fire departments' in neighboring Oxdrift and Wabigoon, confirming a lack of professional capacity in Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-039 Read

Source Ref: REC-AGZ3-1E2F

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Evaluate the impact of the project on the 'limited resources/services' identified in the submission, specifically regarding safety and emergency response capacity.

Priority: High

HEP-040 Read

Source Ref: REC-CJ37-DN1N

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the potential administrative and operational burden of the project on the Local Services Board's volunteer-based governance model.

Priority: High

HEP-043 Read

Source Ref: REC-CJ37-DN1N

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's statement that 'The NWMO has no planned work to collect additional non-Indigenous land-use baseline data' and request a quantitative usage study of the 'unofficial trail system' and forestry roads identified in the submission.

Priority: High

HEP-044 Read

Source Ref: REC-DGJT-1XCO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to conduct a specific Safety Interface Assessment regarding the interaction between Project industrial traffic and the identified 'unofficial' recreational users (ATV/Snowmobile) on forestry roads.

Priority: High

HEP-046 Read

Source Ref: REC-DGJT-1XCO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a specific impact assessment of the predicted 'in-migration' (Section 15.9.1) on the unorganized territory's zero-service capacity.

Priority: High

HEP-048 Read

Source Ref: REC-FKQ0-TLAM

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the conclusion in Section 15.9.3 that the economic baseline is 'sufficiently advanced' and request primary data collection for Melgund to replace suppressed Census figures.

Priority: High

HEP-049 Read

Source Ref: REC-FKQ0-TLAM

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full self-sufficiency regarding the 'National Fire Code of Canada' and 'REGDOC-2.10.1 Nuclear Emergency Preparedness and Response' cited in Section 18.5 and Table 18.1.

Priority: High

HEP-051 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTRE-N3SE

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request specific details on how the 'safety case' and 'security' provisions cited in the CNSC licensing section will address the complete absence of local emergency services (fire, ambulance, police) in Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-052 Read

Source Ref: REC-N7JY-T1OI

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Challenge the Proponent's reliance on the NFWA Section 18(a) 'triennial' reporting cycle for socio-economic effects and request a specific commitment to annual or real-time monitoring for the unorganized territory of Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-053 Read

Source Ref: REC-N7JY-T1OI

Human Environment (People) VCs

Contest the exclusively positive framing of Assessment Endpoints for Non-Indigenous Economic Conditions, specifically the metrics focused solely on 'Enhancing' participation and revenue.

Priority: High

HEP-055 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZC9-B0UA

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the formal inclusion of the Local Services Board of Melgund in the collaborative process for confirming mitigation measures, which currently only lists 'WLON and the Township of Ignace' (Section 19.2.2.2.2).

Priority: High

HEP-056 Read

Source Ref: REC-LL76-0NTK

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's reliance on standard 'emergency and spill response protocols' (Section 19.2.2.2.2) and demand a demonstration of full project self-sufficiency for fire, spill, and accident response.

Priority: High

HEP-057 Read

Source Ref: REC-LL76-0NTK

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request the explicit inclusion of Melgund (Dyment/Borups Corners) as a named primary stakeholder in the 'transportation plans' communication strategy, rather than grouping it under 'other local communities'.

Priority: High

HEP-059 Read

Source Ref: REC-PNOH-UADN

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response capacity for 'hazardous and non-hazardous waste management' incidents and 'road wash-outs' identified in the screening table.

Priority: High

HEP-060 Read

Source Ref: REC-PNOH-UADN

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require the inclusion of Melgund residents and seasonal land users as distinct 'sensitive receptors' in the upcoming Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment (HHERA), ensuring they are not aggregated with the Township of Ignace.

Priority: High

HEP-061 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZYV-QNUJ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Challenge the Proponent's definition of 'sensitive receptors' and 'nearest community' to explicitly include residents and seasonal dwellings within the unorganized territory of Melgund (Dyment/Borups Corners).

Priority: High

HEP-063 Read

Source Ref: REC-S105-5ERH

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficient emergency response capacity for failures within the 'integrated water management system' (e.g., pump failure, storage overflow).

Priority: High

HEP-064 Read

Source Ref: REC-SND9-URCW

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Formally challenge the exclusion of the Local Services Board of Melgund from the list of entities receiving site-specific mitigation measures and monitoring requirements.

Priority: High

HEP-065 Read

Source Ref: REC-SND9-URCW

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand a 'Self-Sufficient Response Plan' for water contamination events, specifically addressing the scenario where storm events reduce 'sediment and erosion control effectiveness.'

Priority: High

HEP-067 Read

Source Ref: REC-TLCD-9L7O

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Require the inclusion of baseline fish tissue toxicology data (mercury, heavy metals) for species consumed by local residents as part of the 'non-Indigenous health conditions' assessment.

Priority: High

HEP-068 Read

Source Ref: REC-VJYE-82YN

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Demand specific maximum capacity limits and time duration caps for the 'temporary dry storage' of used fuel modules at the UFPP surface facility.

Priority: High

HEP-069 Read

Source Ref: REC-TIQC-8PF5

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full emergency response self-sufficiency for the 'two trucks per day' of radioactive shipments and associated logistics, specifically addressing the lack of local capacity.

Priority: High

HEP-070 Read

Source Ref: REC-TIQC-8PF5

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full emergency response self-sufficiency during the proposed 13-year 'Site Preparation and Construction' phase (2030-2042).

Priority: High

HEP-071 Read

Source Ref: REC-TRP1-5PB8

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Challenge the feasibility of the 'emergency response plan' requirement cited in Tables 12.1 (Option 1) and 12.4 (Option 4) regarding transportation, specifically demanding the Proponent demonstrate self-sufficiency.

Priority: High

HEP-074 Read

Source Ref: REC-UZ0Z-J3ZP

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Community Polarization' and 'Stigma' as formal Valued Components (VCs) with defined measurement indicators, citing their specific mention in Objective 4.

Priority: High

HEP-076 Read

Source Ref: REC-44YJ-62MB

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's claim of providing 'appropriate contingency action' for transportation accidents and unplanned events (Objective 2) by demanding a demonstration of 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response.

Priority: High

HEP-077 Read

Source Ref: REC-44YJ-62MB

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's reference to 'preventive measures to evacuate residents' by demanding a detailed operational plan that demonstrates 100% Proponent self-sufficiency, rather than reliance on municipal support.

Priority: High

HEP-078 Read

Source Ref: REC-51UD-KOXS

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a cumulative effects assessment that explicitly models the inclusion of Intermediate-Level Waste (ILW) and non-fuel High-Level Waste, as referenced in the Integrated Strategy section of the filing.

Priority: High

HEP-080 Read

Source Ref: REC-6BQW-ZAZR

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the specific methodology, metrics, and data used to determine the 'willingness' of the unorganized communities of Dyment and Borups Corners, distinct from the Township of Ignace.

Priority: High

HEP-081 Read

Source Ref: REC-6BQW-ZAZR

Human Environment (People) VCs

Challenge the Proponent's assertion that the project will 'safeguard... human health' by requiring a detailed gap analysis of emergency response capabilities within Melgund Township.

Priority: High

HEP-082 Read

Source Ref: REC-6BQW-ZAZR

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a disaggregated report of the 'nationwide surveys,' 'focus groups,' and 'discussion sessions' cited in Section 12.1.3.1, specifically isolating data collected from residents of Dyment, Borups Corners, and Melgund Township.

Priority: High

HEP-083 Read

Source Ref: REC-97R9-3SPM

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Challenge the 'illustrative conceptual engineering designs' used during the dialogue process to determine if they explicitly disclosed Melgund's lack of emergency services (fire/ambulance) to participants.

Priority: High

HEP-084 Read

Source Ref: REC-97R9-3SPM

Human Environment (People) VCs

Challenge the methodology of the 'Scenarios Exercise' which limited 'detailed scenarios' to only 25 years, and request detailed socio-economic modeling that spans the full operational life of the project.

Priority: High

HEP-086 Read

Source Ref: REC-AJ01-Y4MH

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the specific 'Health and Safety' papers commissioned in Phase 1 to audit them for assumptions regarding local emergency response capacity.

Priority: High

HEP-087 Read

Source Ref: REC-AJ01-Y4MH

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request a specific demographic breakdown of the '462 Canadians' who participated in the National Citizens Dialogue to confirm if any residents of Melgund (Dyment/Borups Corners) were included.

Priority: High

HEP-088 Read

Source Ref: REC-CH1B-GTOF

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request the 'preliminary analysis of alternative management approaches' to determine if the 'availability of local emergency response infrastructure' was a weighted criterion in the Assessment Team's review.

Priority: High

HEP-089 Read

Source Ref: REC-CH1B-GTOF

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a screening-level Human Health Risk Assessment (HHRA) specifically for the 'harvested' ecosites where soil metal exceedances were identified.

Priority: High

HEP-091 Read

Source Ref: REC-7YQ8-KNYV

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Formally dispute the Proponent's conclusion that the visual environment baseline is 'sufficiently complete' and demand a technical Viewshed Analysis.

Priority: High

HEP-092 Read

Source Ref: REC-A1W5-U0RP

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a baseline Human Health Risk screening regarding the reported E. coli and Mercury exceedances in local watercourses (Mennin and Wabigoon rivers) to assess safety for recreational and subsistence use.

Priority: High

HEP-093 Read

Source Ref: REC-CGV7-Q176

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed impact analysis on the specific wild rice stands (Mennin Lake and 10 others) and medicinal plant locations (balsam fir/poplar) identified in the text, specifically regarding access and contamination risks.

Priority: High

HEP-094 Read

Source Ref: REC-GE6S-TERT

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific socio-economic usage study regarding the 'wild rice stand identified on the north shore of Mennin Lake,' which the filing notes 'may be important as a food supply for... local community members.'

Priority: High

HEP-095 Read

Source Ref: REC-I6VV-K4HL

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Require the immediate collection and inclusion of socio-demographic data for Melgund Township to rectify the admitted lack of representation for unincorporated communities in the Initial Project Description.

Priority: High

HEP-096 Read

Source Ref: REC-TY2X-2870

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate a fully self-sufficient security and policing plan to satisfy the commitment to MMIWG Call for Justice #13, without reliance on local resources.

Priority: High

HEP-097 Read

Source Ref: REC-TY2X-2870

Human Environment (People) VCs

Contest the exclusion of off-site transportation from the Project scope, specifically the statement that 'transportation of used fuel... beyond primary and secondary access roads' is regulated separately.

Priority: High

HEP-100 Read

Source Ref: REC-AHNT-NDM5

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full self-sufficiency regarding the 'emergency preparedness and response plans' cited in the submission, specifically for fire, medical, and spill response.

Priority: High

HEP-101 Read

Source Ref: REC-AHNT-NDM5

Human Environment (People) VCs

Challenge the confidentiality of the 'Hosting Agreement' specifically regarding provisions for regional emergency response, infrastructure maintenance, and community safety definitions.

Priority: High

HEP-102 Read

Source Ref: REC-5SKK-B9HX

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request the specific operational details of the 'social safety' framework and the implementation plan for 'Call for Justice 13' regarding extractive industries, as cited in the Proponent's submission.

Priority: High

HEP-103 Read

Source Ref: REC-5SKK-B9HX

Human Environment (People) VCs

Formally oppose the Proponent's submission that IAA Section 7 prohibitions should not apply to social and economic programs, unless Melgund is granted equivalent status to Host Communities in NFWA reporting.

Priority: High

HEP-104 Read

Source Ref: REC-83P5-95Y2

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's stated 'emergency preparedness and response plans' to demonstrate 100% on-site self-sufficiency, explicitly prohibiting reliance on Melgund's local resources.

Priority: High

HEP-106 Read

Source Ref: REC-83P5-95Y2

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Reference the Proponent's claim that 'Protecting people... must remain the highest priority' and request a 'Service Capacity Gap Analysis' specifically for Melgund, addressing the total absence of local emergency services (Fire/Ambulance) in the unorganized territory.

Priority: High

HEP-107 Read

Source Ref: REC-9IE0-ZJKH

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's definition of 'Host' which explicitly names 'Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace' while excluding the Local Services Board of Melgund (Dyment/Borups Corners), and request a specific 'Willingness Assessment' for the unorganized residents at the project site.

Priority: High

HEP-108 Read

Source Ref: REC-9IE0-ZJKH

Human Environment (People) VCs

Clarify the definition of 'Safety' within the Regulatory Assessment and Approval Process (RAAP) and how it integrates with the safety requirements of non-Indigenous neighbors.

Priority: High

HEP-109 Read

Source Ref: REC-9B5B-AX59

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a quantitative projection of the 'returning home' population mentioned in the submission and analyze the cumulative impact on regional emergency service hubs (Ignace/Dryden).

Priority: High

HEP-110 Read

Source Ref: REC-9B5B-AX59

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Unorganized Territory Well-being' as a distinct Valued Component, separate from the Township of Ignace's 'six foundational pillars'.

Priority: High

HEP-111 Read

Source Ref: REC-BDTU-I5OM

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Regarding the 'Infrastructure' pillar cited in the Ignace Hosting Agreement, demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% emergency response self-sufficiency (Fire, Ambulance, Security) specifically for the Revell site.

Priority: High

HEP-112 Read

Source Ref: REC-BDTU-I5OM

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed Security and Social Impact Management Plan for the Worker Accommodation Camp that specifically addresses the lack of local policing in the unorganized territory.

Priority: High

HEP-113 Read

Source Ref: REC-GWL1-XHFC

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response capabilities, specifically regarding the proposed 'firewater pipeline' and fire protection infrastructure.

Priority: High

HEP-115 Read

Source Ref: REC-GWL1-XHFC

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the impact of project-related traffic increases on Highway 17 specifically regarding accident response times for Melgund residents.

Priority: High

HEP-117 Read

Source Ref: REC-JENV-N0QH

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific baseline assessment of housing and infrastructure capacity within the unorganized territory of Melgund, distinct from the Ignace-focused data.

Priority: High

HEP-118 Read

Source Ref: REC-JENV-N0QH

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response at the Revell site, rather than relying on the support for Ignace emergency services mentioned in the Hosting Agreement.

Priority: High

HEP-119 Read

Source Ref: REC-JENV-N0QH

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request a detailed comparative safety analysis of the proposed vertical shaft design versus a ramp access system, specifically addressing the 'evacuation options' and 'fire scenarios' cited in the submission.

Priority: High

HEP-121 Read

Source Ref: REC-OA7C-8BGI

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full emergency response self-sufficiency at the Revell site, specifically addressing the text's reference to 'how local emergency personnel will be trained and resourced.'

Priority: High

HEP-122 Read

Source Ref: REC-OA7C-8BGI

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate emergency response self-sufficiency following engagement with the Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response.

Priority: High

HEP-123 Read

Source Ref: REC-Q5XA-19LG

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Address the safety implications of the admitted 'sporadic' engagement with Transport Canada due to 'capacity constraints'.

Priority: High

HEP-125 Read

Source Ref: REC-Q5XA-19LG

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's classification of Melgund as an 'Inform' tier stakeholder and demand elevation to 'Involve' status regarding the 'infrastructure considerations' cited in Section 4.5.

Priority: High

HEP-127 Read

Source Ref: REC-T2EG-TBMW

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the sufficiency of 'public information sources' for establishing a regional socio-economic baseline and require a specific data-gathering program for the unorganized territories of Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: High

HEP-128 Read

Source Ref: REC-TR2I-K8F9

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate full emergency response self-sufficiency for the proposed on-site standby power generation facilities and associated fuel storage.

Priority: High

HEP-129 Read

Source Ref: REC-UBHK-CJZA

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent's claim of 'protection of people' by demanding a detailed emergency response strategy that addresses the specific lack of local infrastructure in Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-132 Read

Source Ref: REC-3F1I-BL8O

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the sufficiency of a 'conceptual' post-closure safety analysis and demand the inclusion of definitive 'bounding scenarios' for long-term containment failure within the initial Impact Statement.

Priority: High

HEP-133 Read

Source Ref: REC-497P-UTD9

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the emergency response protocols for the proposed 'rail spur' and 'onsite access roads,' specifically regarding derailment or hazardous material spills.

Priority: High

HEP-136 Read

Source Ref: REC-6KCG-SQMO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% onsite emergency response self-sufficiency regarding the proposed 'explosives storage' and 'surface facilities' (340 hectares).

Priority: High

HEP-137 Read

Source Ref: REC-6KCG-SQMO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed socio-economic impact analysis of the '800-bed worker accommodation camp' specifically focusing on the strain it will place on regional policing and health services utilized by Melgund residents.

Priority: High

HEP-138 Read

Source Ref: REC-IDNR-QU67

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a Traffic Impact Assessment that specifically models accident response times from regional hubs (Ignace/Dryden) for the 'high traffic volumes and large vehicles' planned for the Highway 17 intersection.

Priority: High

HEP-139 Read

Source Ref: REC-IDNR-QU67

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% on-site emergency response self-sufficiency regarding the proposed 'Temporary fuel facility', 'Explosives Management Area', and 'fire water' distribution systems, explicitly excluding reliance on Melgund Township resources.

Priority: High

HEP-140 Read

Source Ref: REC-IDNR-QU67

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the safety protocols for 'mobile explosives loading trucks' accessing the 'explosives magazine' located away from the central service area.

Priority: High

HEP-142 Read

Source Ref: REC-K90A-SCTT

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency regarding the 'fire protection systems' and 'Emergency Response Building' proposed for the construction phase.

Priority: High

HEP-143 Read

Source Ref: REC-K90A-SCTT

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for underground extraction, rescue, and major fire suppression, rather than relying on the 'refuge stations' and basic 'fire extinguishers' described.

Priority: High

HEP-146 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTVI-UHZV

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% emergency response self-sufficiency for the listed 'fuel storage buildings', 'UFPP' hot cells, and 'active liquid waste' facilities.

Priority: High

HEP-147 Read

Source Ref: REC-QEZT-56TQ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed safety analysis of 'concurrent' underground development and waste emplacement, focusing on vibration and accident risks.

Priority: High

HEP-148 Read

Source Ref: REC-QEZT-56TQ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response services (fire, ambulance, spill response) required for the 'construction of facilities' (e.g., concrete batch plant) and 'decommissioning of surface structures' described in the text.

Priority: High

HEP-151 Read

Source Ref: REC-RI8C-VQCO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for fire and medical response during the site clearing and blasting phases identified in the pathways of change.

Priority: High

HEP-154 Read

Source Ref: REC-WTZE-IF2P

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response capacity for accidents related to blasting, site clearing, and construction activities mentioned in the filing.

Priority: High

HEP-156 Read

Source Ref: REC-YD32-RLEO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response related to wildlife-vehicle interactions on project-access roads, given the predicted displacement of wildlife due to sensory disturbances.

Priority: High

HEP-157 Read

Source Ref: REC-ZKT8-FAGG

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent provide a comprehensive plan for 100% on-site emergency medical, fire, and mental health crisis response capacity for the project site and accommodation camp.

Priority: High

HEP-159 Read

Source Ref: REC-0RPL-ODT3

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand a formal risk screening for 'Non-Indigenous Economic Conditions' that specifically evaluates the adverse effects of local price inflation, housing displacement, and regional economic disparity.

Priority: High

HEP-162 Read

Source Ref: REC-2E9W-7B3X

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response and physical safety services for all Project phases, including the worker accommodation camp and transportation corridors.

Priority: High

HEP-163 Read

Source Ref: REC-2E9W-7B3X

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response and security capacity, given the lack of local services in Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-166 Read

Source Ref: REC-3Q9M-7PAZ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand the inclusion of 'Perception of Risk' as a formal Valued Component (VC) within the Human Health and Environmental Risk Assessment (HHERA).

Priority: High

HEP-167 Read

Source Ref: REC-3Q9M-7PAZ

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for fire and emergency response capacity specifically for the high-volume propane and natural gas storage and combustion infrastructure identified in the filing.

Priority: High

HEP-168 Read

Source Ref: REC-45DO-42GU

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to demonstrate how the Environmental Management System (EMS) will achieve 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response for environmental accidents or spills, without reliance on external municipal services.

Priority: High

HEP-170 Read

Source Ref: REC-57IA-VPMT

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in emergency response (Fire, Medical, Security) for the project site and transportation routes within Melgund Township.

Priority: High

HEP-173 Read

Source Ref: REC-5VQ4-5YXC

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Address the admitted data deficiencies regarding the characterization of populations in unincorporated communities by conducting primary socio-economic and cultural baseline studies in Melgund/Dyment.

Priority: High

HEP-174 Read

Source Ref: REC-G4WT-K686

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand a detailed Social Management Plan that actions MMIWG Call for Justice 13 by providing 100% of the required emergency and security capacity for the project site and surrounding unincorporated areas.

Priority: High

HEP-175 Read

Source Ref: REC-G4WT-K686

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response (Fire, Medical, and Security) for the Project site and associated transportation corridors, rather than relying on regional hubs.

Priority: High

HEP-177 Read

Source Ref: REC-JEJ5-Q9UC

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand the Proponent clarify the 'municipal-level services' referenced for the Melgund Local Service Board and explicitly acknowledge the total absence of local emergency response capacity in the baseline safety assessment.

Priority: High

HEP-178 Read

Source Ref: REC-NWWW-V955

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response (Fire, EMS, and Police) for the project site and associated traffic incidents on Highway 17 and Dyment Road.

Priority: High

HEP-180 Read

Source Ref: REC-UE3H-XK5C

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a comprehensive baseline assessment of Dyment Road and adjacent routes, evaluating their current condition and capacity to handle heavy project traffic without compromising resident safety.

Priority: High

HEP-181 Read

Source Ref: REC-UE3H-XK5C

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require the Proponent to include 'Emergency Response Self-Sufficiency' as a specific Valued Component (VC) in the upcoming IPD and engagement materials, specifically addressing the zero-capacity reality of Melgund.

Priority: High

HEP-182 Read

Source Ref: REC-ZPXD-3W66

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Demand a localized engagement strategy that accounts for Melgund's lack of municipal infrastructure and provides independent technical support for residents to interpret 'Technical Workshops' and 'Baseline Studies'.

Priority: High

HEP-183 Read

Source Ref: REC-ZPXD-3W66

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent demonstrate 100% emergency response self-sufficiency within the 'Mitigation, Protection and Enhancement' commitments (Section 4 of the Proponent's submission).

Priority: High

HEP-185 Read

Source Ref: REC-DRQW-2XOV

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% emergency response self-sufficiency for the project site and surrounding township, addressing the critical gap in fire, police, and ambulance services identified in the infrastructure planning section of the filing.

Priority: High

HEP-188 Read

Source Ref: REC-EX9L-M94O

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate the fire suppression self-sufficiency for the proposed 'battery-powered underground mobile fleet' and associated charging infrastructure.

Priority: High

HEP-189 Read

Source Ref: REC-K4VD-Z1EL

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand the Proponent provide a comprehensive Emergency Response Plan for transportation incidents occurring within Melgund Township, specifically addressing the 'fire and impact' resistance claims of the certified packages.

Priority: High

HEP-190 Read

Source Ref: REC-K4VD-Z1EL

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency for emergency response and medical services for all Project phases.

Priority: High

HEP-191 Read

Source Ref: REC-LW3Q-0GBJ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request a detailed transportation safety and enforcement plan that specifically addresses traffic management in unorganized territories lacking local police.

Priority: High

HEP-192 Read

Source Ref: REC-LW3Q-0GBJ

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request a technical evaluation of the proposed Highway 17 intersection designs to ensure they prioritize unimpeded access for regional emergency vehicles traveling from Dryden and Ignace.

Priority: High

HEP-193 Read

Source Ref: REC-NSP7-PURO

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Demand the Proponent provide a comprehensive Emergency Services Self-Sufficiency Plan that accounts for the total absence of local fire, police, and ambulance services in Melgund Township.

Priority: High

HEP-194 Read

Source Ref: REC-NSP7-PURO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate 100% self-sufficiency in fire suppression and emergency response capacity for the proposed heating plant and associated industrial infrastructure.

Priority: High

HEP-195 Read

Source Ref: REC-ONT2-MNJ5

Environment VCs

Require the Proponent to establish and justify specific, quantitative thresholds for negligible and low impacts on air quality, noise levels, and water chemistry that are calibrated to the existing pristine baseline of the Melgund area.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-TG1F-QR9W

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require the inclusion of 'Acoustic Integrity' and 'Recreational Land Value' as specific Valued Components (VCs) to assess the impact of emissions and industrial noise on local hunting and trail networks.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SX3G-SVKH

Environment Baseline

Require a quantitative assessment of the total acreage of 'land clearing' and the resulting loss of carbon sequestration capacity, paired with a localized reforestation strategy.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SBPJ-F5DY

Environment Baseline

Request the immediate installation of baseline acoustic and light-pollution monitoring stations within Melgund Township (Dyment/Borups Corners) to establish current ambient levels before site preparation.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-RTDC-RFE1

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Require the Proponent to define specific 'regional infrastructure' improvements for the Highway 17 corridor within Melgund Township as part of the socio-economic effects monitoring.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-RTDC-RFE1

Environment Baseline

Demand the implementation of localized acoustic and vibration baseline monitoring within a 10km radius of the project site, specifically targeting the residential areas of Melgund and Dyment.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QQKN-F06E

Environment VCs

Require the inclusion of 'Non-Radiological Air Quality' (specifically particulate matter from bentonite and concrete production) as a distinct Valued Component, based on the plan for 'sealing materials and buffer boxes manufactured on site.'

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-FT66-9WIO

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Local Recreational Land Access and Solitude' as a specific Valued Component (VC) to assess impacts on hunting, fishing, and trail use in the Revell site vicinity.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-Q03D-SJI7

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific baseline condition assessment and maintenance agreement for 'Dyment Road', identified in Section 10.1 as a location for preliminary work and tree harvesting operations.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ET7P-SOB2

Environment Baseline

Demand the establishment of baseline acoustic and light-pollution monitoring stations within Melgund Township (Dyment/Borups Corners) to protect the 'dark sky' and quiet rural character mentioned in the Initial Project Description's environmental change sections.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-P79F-145K

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the security and policing plans for the 'Accommodation camp' listed in Table 10.1, specifically regarding the management of the transient workforce in an area with no local police presence.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ET7P-SOB2

Environment Effects Assessment

Request specific noise, vibration, and dust dispersion modelling for the 'Temporary rock crusher' and 'Temporary concrete batch plant' listed in Table 10.1.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ET7P-SOB2

Environment Baseline

Require the establishment of local air quality and noise baseline monitoring stations at community-sensitive locations, such as the Dyment Recreation Hall, to validate future compliance with provincial standards.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-OIJ5-HTOR

Environment Effects Assessment

Request specific, quantifiable performance metrics for the 'best available technologies' proposed to reduce direct greenhouse gas emissions and associated atmospheric pollutants.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-CAMN-B4RY

Environment Baseline

Establish a baseline acoustic monitoring program in the residential areas of Dyment and Borups Corners to measure current ambient noise levels prior to construction and industrialization.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-NPXJ-J2WQ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand the inclusion of 'Informal Recreational and Subsistence Land Use' as a specific Valued Component (VC), requiring the mapping of all 'unofficial' trails, hunting blinds, and gathering areas used by Melgund residents.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-MLHH-88B5

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a comprehensive noise and vibration impact study with specific monitoring receptors placed at the Melgund Township residential borders and the Dyment Recreation Hall.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-LIRN-9HP4

Environment VCs

Request the specific methodology and baseline data used to substantiate the claim that the Project contributes to 'net-zero emissions,' specifically regarding the carbon impact of site preparation and deforestation in the local area.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-D1VN-Y1EW

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand 3D viewshed modeling and light pollution simulations from specific residential vantage points in Borups Corners and Dyment to assess the industrialization of the rural landscape.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-LIRN-9HP4

Environment Baseline

Request a comprehensive mapping and baseline study of all existing informal and formal trails, hunting grounds, and resource access points within the Wabigoon and Dryden Forest Management Units that will be affected by the planned Crown land transfer.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-KCX1-CMOF

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Demand a comparative traffic safety and noise study for the 'primary and secondary access road alignments' specifically focusing on the proximity to residential clusters in Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-IFKS-08YE

Environment Alternatives

Request specific mitigation and monitoring plans for dust and runoff for the various 'ERMA' (Excavated Rock Management Area) configurations mentioned in the filing.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-IFKS-08YE

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed definition of "Institutional Control" (2193+) and "Extended monitoring" (2093–2192) specifically regarding permissible community land use, recreation access, and resource harvesting rights during these periods.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-GM6M-54II

Environment Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to model environmental effects (specifically noise, vibration, and air quality/dust) based on a continuous 13-year "Site Preparation and Construction" duration.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-GM6M-54II

Environment Baseline

Request confirmation that the baseline data collection for 'local lakes and ecosystems' (Section 5.3.2) includes water bodies and land within the Melgund LSB jurisdiction, distinct from the data collected for the Township of Ignace.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-9WST-SH83

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require the inclusion of 'Regional Evacuation Safety' as a Valued Component, addressing the specific design concerns raised regarding the 'absence of a ramp' and reliance on vertical shafts (Section 5.3.2).

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-9WST-SH83

Environment Baseline

Require the inclusion of water bodies within Melgund Township in the "safeguarding of water" and "interconnected systems of water" baseline studies mentioned in the Reconciliation Journey section.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-7NML-O7FK

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Quantify the impact of "loss of access to lands" and "habitat disturbance" (Section 4.2.1) on the recreational and subsistence activities of Melgund Township residents.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-7NML-O7FK

Environment Baseline

Request the specific technical baseline data for 'land' and 'water' quality at the Revell Site perimeter that underpins the text's commitment to 'protection and stewardship.'

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-564D-Q5SN

Human Environment (People) VCs

Contest the classification of 'perceived concerns' regarding land and water use, and mandate the inclusion of 'Stigma-Induced Economic Loss' as a distinct Valued Component.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-471V-LXBX

Environment Baseline

Request the immediate establishment of air and water quality baseline monitoring stations specifically within the Melgund/Dyment geographic boundary.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-471V-LXBX

Human Environment (People) VCs

Define the geographic extent of proposed 'restrictions on access' and develop a legally binding 'Recreation and Access Guarantee' for local trail networks.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-218H-UOAZ

Environment Baseline

Request a detailed map and list of proposed environmental monitoring stations, specifically identifying locations within Melgund Township and the Revell area used for local harvesting.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-0TVE-L5AG

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand that the 'Safety Case' include a specific assessment of the 'stigma effect' on local property values and the long-term viability of the Dyment Recreation Hall.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-0TVE-L5AG

Environment Alternatives

Request detailed site maps and footprint specifications for the 'licensed facilities' intended for interim LLW/ILW storage to assess cumulative land clearing and runoff impacts.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ZIGX-4M3J

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a comprehensive transportation safety plan specifically for the eventual removal of LLW and ILW from the Revell site through Borups Corners.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-ZIGX-4M3J

Human Environment (People) VCs

Demand the inclusion of 'Recreational Land Connectivity and Trail Access' as a Valued Component (VC) to assess the impact of fencing and the primary access road on local land use.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SG7C-VK02

Environment Effects Assessment

Require a site-specific noise and light pollution assessment for the Dyment and Borups Corners residential areas, specifically accounting for the proposed helipad and 24/7 worker camp operations.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-SG7C-VK02

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Require a comprehensive baseline study of existing recreational land use, including snowmobile/ATV trails and traditional hunting/fishing grounds within a 10km radius of the Revell site.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-R856-WYRY

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Establish a long-term governance and socio-economic monitoring framework that includes direct representation from the Melgund Local Services Board for the duration of the 160-year project.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-R856-WYRY

Environment Baseline

Demand the disclosure of localized groundwater and acoustic baseline data specifically for the 10km radius surrounding the Revell site, including connectivity studies to Melgund Township aquifers.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QFBP-OL49

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Request a detailed assessment of alternative site access routes and transportation schedules that minimize heavy industrial traffic through the Highway 17 corridor during peak local recreation and school bus hours.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-QFBP-OL49

Environment Baseline

Require the establishment of high-fidelity acoustic baselines and vibration monitoring within the residential areas of Dyment and Borups Corners, rather than just at the Revell site boundary.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-POF8-PLHQ

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Establish a long-term 'Community Well-being and Recreation' monitoring program to track the impact of industrialization on local land access and the Dyment Recreation Hall.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-POF8-PLHQ

Environment Baseline

Require a detailed inventory and mapping of existing recreational trails, hunting grounds, and fishing access points within a 15 km radius of the Revell Site to be included in the Environmental Baseline.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-O4OA-CAQJ

Environment VCs

Demand a detailed spatial analysis and mapping of all proposed 'changes in access' to Crown lands, identifying specific exclusion zones and their impact on local non-Indigenous land use such as wood harvesting, hunting, and recreation.

Priority: Medium

PENDING Read

Source Ref: REC-L8NA-TYYC

Environment VCs

Request the specific technical methodologies used for the 'formal quantification of risk' mentioned in the submission, specifically asking how generic 'management approaches' were adapted to account for local site-specific conditions.

Priority: Medium

ENV-001 Read

Source Ref: REC-CRM5-8I9H

Environment VCs

Designate 'Forestry Land Base' as a Valued Component and request a quantitative assessment of the impact of the 17,600 ha withdrawal on the Wabigoon and Dryden Forest Management Units.

Priority: Medium

ENV-004 Read

Source Ref: REC-G9UU-AFF3

Environment Baseline

Challenge the reliance on Dryden Regional station data to fill on-site gaps, specifically citing the significant discrepancy in July 2022 rainfall (215.3 mm at Dryden vs 79.6 mm on-site).

Priority: Medium

ENV-007 Read

Source Ref: REC-KHR2-SW97

Environment Baseline

Require site-specific geotechnical drilling and sampling in the 'valleys and wetland areas' where overburden is currently only 'inferred to be several metres thick' to establish precise depth and composition data.

Priority: Medium

ENV-010 Read

Source Ref: REC-MCV2-ZLT8

Environment Baseline

Reject the use of 1980s desktop data (GBIF) for terrestrial invertebrates and the 'unoptimized' eDNA results for reptiles; mandate a new, comprehensive field program to establish a valid modern baseline for these groups.

Priority: Medium

ENV-013 Read

Source Ref: REC-K6Z7-J9U0

Environment VCs

Contest the exclusion of Woodland Caribou and Wolverine from the environmental baseline studies based solely on static distance buffers (61 km and 80 km, respectively) and request a connectivity/corridor analysis.

Priority: Medium

ENV-017 Read

Source Ref: REC-KZ30-4PUD

Environment Baseline

Request the raw data and specific concentration levels for the Plutonium-238, Plutonium-239, and Strontium-90 detected in soil samples, rather than accepting the qualitative attribution to 'historical global nuclear weapons' fallout.

Priority: Medium

ENV-020 Read

Source Ref: REC-M50N-9XDM

Environment Baseline

Require the Proponent to update the 'Traditional Foods' baseline data with contemporary field studies (2024-2025) rather than relying on literature from 2014 and 2016.

Priority: Medium

ENV-022 Read

Source Ref: REC-QMP1-VXXE

Environment Baseline

Request site-specific baseline abundance data for furbearers and black bears within the specific overlapping management units (Trapline DR024, Bear Management Area IG-09A-040) identified in the submission.

Priority: Medium

ENV-027 Read

Source Ref: REC-DGJT-1XCO

Environment Alternatives

Evaluate the environmental trade-offs of the 'Aggregate Permit' for a dedicated quarry/pit (Table 18.3) versus sourcing aggregates off-site.

Priority: Medium

ENV-028 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTRE-N3SE

Environment Baseline

Request confirmation that the 'Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment (HHERA)' updates will explicitly include baseline data from Melgund Township, distinct from the 'Host' communities of Ignace and WLON.

Priority: Medium

ENV-030 Read

Source Ref: REC-N7JY-T1OI

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the assertion in Footnote (a) that 'changes in climate change indicators due to the Project do not directly affect other VCs'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-031 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZC9-B0UA

Environment Baseline

Request a specific definition of 'sensitive receptors' for air quality monitoring that explicitly includes individual rural residences and tourist operations in Melgund, rather than limiting the definition to 'hospitals, schools, or community areas' (Section 19.2.2.3).

Priority: Medium

ENV-033 Read

Source Ref: REC-LL76-0NTK

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the validity of using 'conventional mining projects' (Section 19.2.3) as the sole proxy for assessing construction effects and determining mitigation suitability.

Priority: Medium

ENV-034 Read

Source Ref: REC-LL76-0NTK

Environment VCs

Request that 'Quiet Rural Enjoyment' be assessed as a distinct component of the Noise/Vibration assessment, beyond standard regulatory compliance (NPC-300).

Priority: Medium

ENV-035 Read

Source Ref: REC-PNOH-UADN

Environment Baseline

Require the establishment of specific baseline monitoring stations for surface water and groundwater quality within Melgund Township to validate the claim that changes will be 'measurable' but 'low-degree'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-036 Read

Source Ref: REC-PNOH-UADN

Environment Effects Assessment

Formally oppose the Proponent's proposal to limit the Impact Assessment Act (IAA) review only to components with 'moderate to extreme risks,' thereby attempting to exclude Air Quality based on a preliminary 'Low Risk' screening.

Priority: Medium

ENV-037 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZYV-QNUJ

Environment Baseline

Request a specific baseline study of 'Dark Sky' quality and ambient soundscapes within the unorganized territory to quantify the current 'remote' conditions.

Priority: Medium

ENV-039 Read

Source Ref: REC-S105-5ERH

Environment VCs

Request the specific geochemical sampling density and methodology used to determine that all excavated rock is 'non-acid generating'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-041 Read

Source Ref: REC-SND9-URCW

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to demonstrate the resilience of the 'water management system' and 'storage capacity' against extreme climate events (e.g., 100-year storms, rapid spring freshet) rather than relying on standard 'industry experience.'

Priority: Medium

ENV-043 Read

Source Ref: REC-TLCD-9L7O

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's assertion that the Project site contains 'no unique or rare topographical features' and is merely 'typical of the Canadian Shield,' and request a mechanism to incorporate local knowledge into topographical mapping.

Priority: Medium

ENV-047 Read

Source Ref: REC-UH3W-XKL6

Environment Effects Assessment

Request specific evidence and case studies demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed 'proven' mitigation measures for preventing soil contamination from fugitive dust and effluent in conditions similar to the Melgund area.

Priority: Medium

ENV-049 Read

Source Ref: REC-UH3W-XKL6

Environment Effects Assessment

Request specific quantitative definitions and thresholds for the terms 'Negligible degree' and 'Moderate likelihood' used in the residual effects risk screening.

Priority: Medium

ENV-050 Read

Source Ref: REC-VJYE-82YN

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a detailed inventory and management plan for secondary waste streams generated by the 'copper application and machining cell' and 'welding' processes described in the UFPP workflow.

Priority: Medium

ENV-052 Read

Source Ref: REC-TIQC-8PF5

Environment Baseline

Establish baseline air quality monitoring parameters specifically for silica and particulate matter associated with the proposed on-site 'concrete batch plant' and 'sealing material compaction plant'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-053 Read

Source Ref: REC-TIQC-8PF5

Environment Baseline

Establish comprehensive baseline monitoring for groundwater, surface water, and air quality that explicitly models the 'significant changes... associated with climate change' referenced in Objective 6.

Priority: Medium

ENV-056 Read

Source Ref: REC-44YJ-62MB

Environment Baseline

Request the index and content of the 'Science and Environment' papers commissioned in Phase 1 to determine if they utilized local site-specific data or generic geological models.

Priority: Medium

ENV-058 Read

Source Ref: REC-AJ01-Y4MH

Environment Alternatives

Require the Proponent to disclose the full list of '14 technical methods' and the specific environmental criteria used to exclude options, clarifying whether social preference ('what they heard') or technical safety was the primary filter.

Priority: Medium

ENV-059 Read

Source Ref: REC-CH1B-GTOF

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the statement that there is 'no evidence' of landslides or liquefaction by requiring a forward-looking geohazard assessment that models slope stability and ground integrity over the repository's full lifecycle.

Priority: Medium

ENV-060 Read

Source Ref: REC-2KTC-9F3B

Environment Baseline

Mandate the integration of surface hydrology data with deep geological models to address the identified gap in 'details of the surface and near-surface environment.'

Priority: Medium

ENV-063 Read

Source Ref: REC-50OT-LAAO

Environment Baseline

Mandate the immediate inclusion of 'overburden' and 'construction materials' in the geochemical baseline testing program to establish background salinity and metal levels.

Priority: Medium

ENV-066 Read

Source Ref: REC-6RCA-XCD6

Environment VCs

Challenge the reliance on 'matrix porosity' (0.45%) as the primary indicator for radionuclide retardation and request the inclusion of fracture network hydraulic conductivity as a specific Valued Component indicator.

Priority: Medium

ENV-067 Read

Source Ref: REC-6RCA-XCD6

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent to provide geochemical evidence (e.g., isotopic analysis or regional background comparisons) validating the claim that exceedances of metals (Aluminum, Chromium, Hexavalent Chromium, etc.) in soil and sediment are solely 'natural' and 'reflect the local geology.'

Priority: Medium

ENV-069 Read

Source Ref: REC-7YQ8-KNYV

Environment Baseline

Request justification for the cessation of topography baseline studies, specifically requiring an analysis of how the 'long, narrow valleys' and 'structural features' identified in the text influence surface drainage toward Mennin Lake.

Priority: Medium

ENV-070 Read

Source Ref: REC-7YQ8-KNYV

Environment Baseline

Request the expansion of the baseline light data collection program to include winter monitoring periods.

Priority: Medium

ENV-072 Read

Source Ref: REC-A1W5-U0RP

Environment Baseline

Request justification for the limited two-week duration of the seasonal noise monitoring program and assess the need for longer-term continuous monitoring.

Priority: Medium

ENV-073 Read

Source Ref: REC-A1W5-U0RP

Environment Baseline

Request a detailed 'Source Identification Study' for the reported exceedances of E. coli, mercury, and copper in the Mennin and Wabigoon rivers.

Priority: Medium

ENV-075 Read

Source Ref: REC-CGV7-Q176

Environment Baseline

Require detailed technical protocols for how the 'groundwater-surface water interface' will be characterized and monitored, beyond the general description provided.

Priority: Medium

ENV-079 Read

Source Ref: REC-E8HZ-PETO

Environment Baseline

Request clarification on the source and location of the 'treated sewage effluent' parameters (e.g., total coliforms) currently being monitored in the surface water quality program.

Priority: Medium

ENV-080 Read

Source Ref: REC-E8HZ-PETO

Environment Effects Assessment

Reject the justification that local wetland loss is acceptable because 'northern Ontario is not considered a region... where wetland loss... has reached critical levels.'

Priority: Medium

ENV-082 Read

Source Ref: REC-GE6S-TERT

Environment VCs

Challenge the methodology used to claim the Project site has 'lower biodiversity' than the surrounding region, specifically the reliance on marsh density as the sole proxy for biodiversity value.

Priority: Medium

ENV-083 Read

Source Ref: REC-GE6S-TERT

Environment Baseline

Request immediate physical ground-truthing (netting or electrofishing) for the 26 species detected solely via eDNA metabarcoding in the Regional and Local Investigation Areas.

Priority: Medium

ENV-084 Read

Source Ref: REC-HDY5-FIPN

Environment Effects Assessment

Require a dynamic impact assessment that models fish passage scenarios assuming the natural failure or removal of the identified 'beaver dam' barriers.

Priority: Medium

ENV-085 Read

Source Ref: REC-HDY5-FIPN

Environment Effects Assessment

Require the assessment of 'functional' critical habitat for Species at Risk (specifically Eastern Whip-poor-will) rather than limiting the scope to legally 'designated' critical habitat.

Priority: Medium

ENV-087 Read

Source Ref: REC-I6VV-K4HL

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a detailed map and operational definition of the 'changes in access' to land and water referenced in the Proponent's submission.

Priority: Medium

ENV-089 Read

Source Ref: REC-TY2X-2870

Environment Effects Assessment

Demand site-specific noise and vibration modeling for receptors in Dyment and Borups Corners regarding the proposed 'blasting and excavation' activities.

Priority: Medium

ENV-090 Read

Source Ref: REC-AHNT-NDM5

Environment Baseline

Require the establishment of specific baseline monitoring stations within Melgund Township boundaries for the 'evaluation of potential changes to air, water, land' referenced in the Impact Statement methodology.

Priority: Medium

ENV-093 Read

Source Ref: REC-83P5-95Y2

Environment Baseline

Citing the 'technical evaluation' referenced in the text as a driver for site confirmation, request the specific geological and hydrological baseline reports for the Revell Site area that supported this decision.

Priority: Medium

ENV-094 Read

Source Ref: REC-9IE0-ZJKH

Environment Baseline

Request the immediate disclosure of the specific 'technical studies' regarding land, air, and water referenced as part of the WLON learning journey.

Priority: Medium

ENV-095 Read

Source Ref: REC-9B5B-AX59

Environment Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's reliance on 'Two previous environmental assessments' to justify safety; require site-specific geological and hydrological baseline data for the Revell site.

Priority: Medium

ENV-096 Read

Source Ref: REC-BDTU-I5OM

Environment Alternatives

Request technical specifications for the management of excavated rock to control dust and leachate, distinct from the proposed cultural handling protocols.

Priority: Medium

ENV-097 Read

Source Ref: REC-GWL1-XHFC

Environment Baseline

Require the establishment of baseline monitoring stations for noise, vibration, and air quality specifically located at residential receptors in Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: Medium

ENV-099 Read

Source Ref: REC-JENV-N0QH

Environment Effects Assessment

Request the specific technical data regarding 'Great Lakes safety' that triggered US legislative opposition.

Priority: Medium

ENV-102 Read

Source Ref: REC-Q5XA-19LG

Environment Alternatives

Evaluate the design and containment alternatives for the surface 'low-level waste (LLW) and intermediate-level waste (ILW) storage facilities' to ensure zero-leakage performance.

Priority: Medium

ENV-109 Read

Source Ref: REC-6KCG-SQMO

Environment Baseline

Require the immediate identification of the 'local water body or groundwater source' intended for fresh water supply, moving this from a 'future study' to a baseline requirement.

Priority: Medium

ENV-111 Read

Source Ref: REC-IDNR-QU67

Environment VCs

Request a strict definition of the term 'where practicable' regarding the commitment to time clearing and grubbing activities outside of the bird nesting season (mid-May through mid-July).

Priority: Medium

ENV-112 Read

Source Ref: REC-IDNR-QU67

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a specific impact assessment for the 'controlled drill and blast' excavation technique, focusing on the atmospheric discharge of blasting fumes via the 'exhaust ventilation shaft'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-114 Read

Source Ref: REC-K90A-SCTT

Environment Alternatives

Require detailed design specifications for the containment and treatment of liquid waste generated in the underground 'wash bay' and 'maintenance shop' to prevent groundwater contamination.

Priority: Medium

ENV-115 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTVI-UHZV

Environment Effects Assessment

Quantify the projected air quality and particulate emissions from the on-site 'Manufacturing of cementitious and bentonite sealing materials' and 'Concrete batch plant'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-117 Read

Source Ref: REC-QEZT-56TQ

Environment Alternatives

Request a technical assessment of the environmental implications of 'co-emplacement' of Low-Level Waste (LLW) underground versus off-site disposal, specifically focusing on potential chemical interactions with the host rock and groundwater.

Priority: Medium

ENV-119 Read

Source Ref: REC-RI8C-VQCO

Environment Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to define specific ecological thresholds for noise, vibration, and light emissions rather than using the radiological 'ALARA' standard cited in the Initial Project Description.

Priority: Medium

ENV-123 Read

Source Ref: REC-YD32-RLEO

Environment Baseline

Request a regional habitat connectivity and fragmentation analysis that includes wide-ranging carnivores such as the wolverine and cougar, rather than dismissing them based on current density or distance from the project site.

Priority: Medium

ENV-125 Read

Source Ref: REC-ZKT8-FAGG

Environment VCs

Validate that impacts on traditional land and resource use will be assessed as physical and biological changes to the environment, rather than being limited to 'perceived risks' or 'changes in access'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-133 Read

Source Ref: REC-G4WT-K686

Environment Baseline

Demand the integration of local land-use and hydrological knowledge into the baseline studies for the waterways and geography identified in the Proponent's site maps.

Priority: Medium

ENV-134 Read

Source Ref: REC-JEJ5-Q9UC

Environment Baseline

Require the integration of local ecological knowledge from Melgund-based 'Tourist Outfitters' into the baseline data for terrestrial wildlife and fish habitats.

Priority: Medium

ENV-135 Read

Source Ref: REC-NWWW-V955

Environment VCs

Require the Proponent to define the specific waste inventory as a Valued Component (VC) and provide a definitive policy statement on the permanent vs. temporary status of intermediate-level waste.

Priority: Medium

ENV-137 Read

Source Ref: REC-UE3H-XK5C

Environment Baseline

Demand the establishment of clear, predefined triggers and thresholds for what constitutes 'as warranted' regarding additional studies for terrestrial wildlife, carnivores, and invertebrates mentioned in Section 14.10 of the filing.

Priority: Medium

ENV-141 Read

Source Ref: REC-EX9L-M94O

Environment Baseline

Request the specific criteria and baseline data used to define 'environmentally sensitive features' (wetlands and watercourses) that the centralized site layout claims to avoid.

Priority: Medium

ENV-142 Read

Source Ref: REC-K4VD-Z1EL

Environment Effects Assessment

Request a precise geographic definition of 'surrounding lands' regarding the prohibition of recreational hunting and fishing by non-local staff and detail the enforcement mechanism.

Priority: Medium

ENV-143 Read

Source Ref: REC-LW3Q-0GBJ

Environment Effects Assessment

Challenge the Proponent to define specific environmental triggers and immediate mitigation protocols for 'road wash-out' events that could isolate the site or the community.

Priority: Medium

ENV-145 Read

Source Ref: REC-NSP7-PURO

Environment VCs

Require the Proponent to provide a conceptual framework for the 70-year extended monitoring period, specifically identifying the thermal and radiological indicators that will be tracked post-operation.

Priority: Medium

ENV-146 Read

Source Ref: REC-NSP7-PURO

Environment Baseline

Require the development and implementation of the Greenhouse Gas Management Plan (GHGMP) prior to the start of site preparation and construction, rather than 'prior to operation'.

Priority: Medium

ENV-149 Read

Source Ref: REC-ONT2-MNJ5

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request an updated 'Social Acceptability' baseline that specifically surveys current Melgund residents, rather than relying on the Phase 4 workshops which prioritized those 'involved in earlier phases'.

Priority: Medium

HEP-003 Read

Source Ref: REC-ELUG-WO1J

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Challenge the Proponent's exclusion of Melgund Township from the 'collaborative design' of baseline programs and demand the immediate inclusion of the Local Services Board in all future study designs.

Priority: Medium

HEP-009 Read

Source Ref: REC-IFP1-SCUJ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request a clear definition of the 'potential socio-economic consequences' of the tissue sampling program referenced in Section 14.13.2, and demand a mitigation strategy for Stigma.

Priority: Medium

HEP-012 Read

Source Ref: REC-M50N-9XDM

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request verification of the '20 seasonal residents' figure and the specific inclusion of Long Lake cabin owners in the 'Community and Culture' baseline assessment.

Priority: Medium

HEP-013 Read

Source Ref: REC-N5ZI-98ET

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a mitigation plan for Mental Health and Addiction services that addresses the Proponent's finding that 'existing supports and services are insufficient to address the need'.

Priority: Medium

HEP-017 Read

Source Ref: REC-O1UI-N32A

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request disaggregated housing data for unorganized territories to contextualize the finding that 13.0% of dwellings in the Kenora CD need 'major repairs'.

Priority: Medium

HEP-019 Read

Source Ref: REC-O1UI-N32A

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Contest the assertion in Section 15.3.2 that the non-Indigenous health baseline is 'sufficiently advanced' given the identified gaps in mental health, addiction treatment, and senior services.

Priority: Medium

HEP-022 Read

Source Ref: REC-PJBA-IQN7

Human Environment (People) VCs

Formalize the proposed 'participatory tissue sampling program' into a scientifically rigorous, statistically valid monitoring campaign that does not rely solely on voluntary submissions.

Priority: Medium

HEP-025 Read

Source Ref: REC-QMP1-VXXE

Human Environment (People) VCs

The Proponent utilizes an 'optimistic growth scenario' based on the Ontario historical average (1.16%) for Ignace and Kenora CD, despite the text acknowledging a historical annual decline of -1.56% and a 53% drop in youth population in Ignace. Challenge this methodology and request a socio-economic impact assessment based on a 'Labour Shortage' scenario.

Priority: Medium

HEP-028 Read

Source Ref: REC-ROBI-HBQC

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

The filing highlights a significantly aging population in the study area (Ignace median age 53.6; LSB Wabigoon 49.2). Request a specific 'Vulnerable Population' impact assessment focusing on emergency evacuation times and access to chronic healthcare.

Priority: Medium

HEP-029 Read

Source Ref: REC-ROBI-HBQC

Human Environment (People) Baseline

The Proponent's submission acknowledges that the Community Well-Being Index is based on unverified census data that may not reflect community values. The Working Group requests a 'Ground-Truthing' protocol to validate this data with local qualitative input from Melgund and Indigenous neighbours.

Priority: Medium

HEP-032 Read

Source Ref: REC-2LA4-TXUT

Human Environment (People) VCs

The Proponent's submission notes a 'lack of community gathering spaces' and funding for development in Melgund. The Working Group mandates the inclusion of 'Community Infrastructure Capacity' as a specific Valued Component (VC) for Melgund.

Priority: Medium

HEP-033 Read

Source Ref: REC-2LA4-TXUT

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the potential for 'spillover' housing impacts on Melgund due to capacity saturation in Ignace and Dryden.

Priority: Medium

HEP-035 Read

Source Ref: REC-76TD-UTU3

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to demonstrate how Project-generated waste will not displace Melgund residents' access to the Dryden and Ignace landfills.

Priority: Medium

HEP-036 Read

Source Ref: REC-76TD-UTU3

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Require a capacity assessment of the 'MNR operates landfill sites' and 'Dryden landfill' referenced in the submission to determine if project waste will displace residential access.

Priority: Medium

HEP-038 Read

Source Ref: REC-AGZ3-1E2F

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Resolve the contradiction regarding social infrastructure by conducting a capacity audit of the 'local hall' versus the reported 'lack of community gathering spaces.'

Priority: Medium

HEP-041 Read

Source Ref: REC-CJ37-DN1N

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Conduct a quantitative noise and vibration baseline study to define the acoustic parameters of the 'quiet community' characterization.

Priority: Medium

HEP-042 Read

Source Ref: REC-CJ37-DN1N

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a Stage 2 Archaeological Assessment (field survey) for the 342-hectare Project site, rejecting the reliance solely on the 'desktop component of a Stage 1 archaeological assessment'.

Priority: Medium

HEP-045 Read

Source Ref: REC-DGJT-1XCO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed analysis of potential 'cost of living' increases (Section 15.9.1) specifically for fixed-income seniors in unorganized territories.

Priority: Medium

HEP-047 Read

Source Ref: REC-FKQ0-TLAM

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a detailed safety analysis for the 'Entrance Permit' and 'highway turn off' on Highway 17 mentioned in Section 18.4 and Table 18.3.

Priority: Medium

HEP-050 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTRE-N3SE

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific methodology for baselining the 'current balance and structure of communities' to support the Assessment Endpoint of 'Maintenance of local non-Indigenous social conditions'.

Priority: Medium

HEP-054 Read

Source Ref: REC-QZC9-B0UA

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a detailed enforcement plan for the prohibition of non-local employees engaging in 'recreational hunting, fishing, or the use of all-terrain vehicles' on surrounding lands.

Priority: Medium

HEP-058 Read

Source Ref: REC-PNOH-UADN

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the specific noise and vibration impacts of the 'rail spur' and 'access road' traffic on the quality of life for residents in Dyment and Borups Corners.

Priority: Medium

HEP-062 Read

Source Ref: REC-S105-5ERH

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a baseline inventory of all downstream surface water users (drinking water, lodges, recreational) in the Melgund area to assess the impact of 'residual adverse effects' on human health.

Priority: Medium

HEP-066 Read

Source Ref: REC-TLCD-9L7O

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Require a detailed 'Intergenerational Knowledge Transfer' plan for the 100-year 'Decommissioning and Closure' phase (2093-2192).

Priority: Medium

HEP-072 Read

Source Ref: REC-TRP1-5PB8

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Require a detailed Research & Development roadmap for the 'retrieval technology' mentioned in Table 12.4, which the text admits 'would need to be further developed and demonstrated.'

Priority: Medium

HEP-073 Read

Source Ref: REC-UZ0Z-J3ZP

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a detailed assessment of how the 'civil disobedience' and 'societal breakdown' scenarios identified in Objective 5 will be managed given the lack of local policing in Melgund.

Priority: Medium

HEP-075 Read

Source Ref: REC-44YJ-62MB

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require the Proponent to quantify the qualitative claim that radiological and non-radiological exposures are 'estimated to be very small' with specific numerical thresholds and receptor locations relevant to Melgund residents.

Priority: Medium

HEP-079 Read

Source Ref: REC-51UD-KOXS

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Require a comparative infrastructure analysis between Melgund Township and the 'communities that currently store used nuclear fuel' cited in the submission.

Priority: Medium

HEP-085 Read

Source Ref: REC-AJ01-Y4MH

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand a comprehensive emergency response and management plan specifically for the planned '10 deep boreholes and up to 10 shorter-length exploration boreholes' drilling program.

Priority: Medium

HEP-090 Read

Source Ref: REC-50OT-LAAO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the social and safety impacts of the 'worker accommodation camp' on the unorganized territory, specifically regarding policing and social friction.

Priority: Medium

HEP-098 Read

Source Ref: REC-AHNT-NDM5

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require a quantitative socio-economic assessment of the 'perception' impacts on land use mentioned in the submission, specifically focusing on property values and tourism in Melgund.

Priority: Medium

HEP-099 Read

Source Ref: REC-AHNT-NDM5

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a redacted summary of the 'confidential' Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation (WLON) Hosting Agreement specifically regarding regional safety and infrastructure commitments.

Priority: Medium

HEP-105 Read

Source Ref: REC-83P5-95Y2

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Non-Indigenous Local Land Use' as a distinct Valued Component to assess impacts on hunting, agriculture, and recreation in Melgund.

Priority: Medium

HEP-114 Read

Source Ref: REC-GWL1-XHFC

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Social Cohesion in Unorganized Territories' as a specific Valued Component, citing the exclusion of Melgund from the 'Willingness' vote described in Section 4.1.

Priority: Medium

HEP-116 Read

Source Ref: REC-JENV-N0QH

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Demand specific safety case documentation defining separation distances and scheduling restrictions for concurrent blasting and waste emplacement operations.

Priority: Medium

HEP-120 Read

Source Ref: REC-OA7C-8BGI

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Clarify the role of Medical Officers of Health, specifically regarding the distinction between 'sharing the safety case' and conducting independent health assessments.

Priority: Medium

HEP-124 Read

Source Ref: REC-Q5XA-19LG

Human Environment (People) VCs

Contest the sufficiency of 'plain-language materials' for nearby communities and demand provision of raw technical data and independent review funding equal to the 'Involve' tier.

Priority: Medium

HEP-126 Read

Source Ref: REC-T2EG-TBMW

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a localized socio-economic baseline that distinguishes Melgund Township's specific labor and business capacity from the broader 'Northwestern Ontario' region cited in the text.

Priority: Medium

HEP-130 Read

Source Ref: REC-3F1I-BL8O

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require the inclusion of 'Intergenerational Community Burden' as a Valued Component to counter-balance the Proponent's claim of 'advancement of intergenerational equity.'

Priority: Medium

HEP-131 Read

Source Ref: REC-3F1I-BL8O

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a specific Socio-Economic Transition Plan for the 'Decommissioning and Closure' phases to be included in the IAA scope, despite the regulatory exclusion of these phases from the 'designated project' definition.

Priority: Medium

HEP-134 Read

Source Ref: REC-497P-UTD9

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Define the specific implications of 'institutional control' and the prohibition of mining on local economic development and land use rights post-closure.

Priority: Medium

HEP-135 Read

Source Ref: REC-6KCG-SQMO

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Require a definitive decision and impact analysis regarding the 'rail spur' which is currently described as only 'being considered' rather than confirmed.

Priority: Medium

HEP-141 Read

Source Ref: REC-K90A-SCTT

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a safety impact assessment regarding the 'concurrent' use of 'controlled drill and blast' excavation while Used Fuel Containers (UFCs) are being emplaced in adjacent panels.

Priority: Medium

HEP-144 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTVI-UHZV

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Define the maximum duration and specific safety protocols for the 'interim' storage of Low-Level Waste (LLW) and Intermediate-Level Waste (ILW) generated during operations.

Priority: Medium

HEP-145 Read

Source Ref: REC-LTVI-UHZV

Human Environment (People) Alternatives

Assess the fire safety risks of the proposed 'battery powered vehicles' for underground use, specifically regarding thermal runaway suppression capabilities.

Priority: Medium

HEP-149 Read

Source Ref: REC-QEZT-56TQ

Human Environment (People) VCs

Require a formal definition and methodology for assessing 'society’s desire' regarding the timeline for repository closure, ensuring Melgund Township's specific consent is weighted distinctly from broader regional or national sentiment.

Priority: Medium

HEP-150 Read

Source Ref: REC-RI8C-VQCO

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Require the Proponent to define the technical and economic criteria for 'practicability' regarding the avoidance of traditional medicinal plants (Balsam fir/poplar) and wild rice.

Priority: Medium

HEP-153 Read

Source Ref: REC-WTZE-IF2P

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request documentation on how Indigenous Traditional Knowledge (ITK) was integrated into the identification of bird species of concern and the assessment of pathways of change for traditional land use.

Priority: Medium

HEP-155 Read

Source Ref: REC-YD32-RLEO

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Require the Proponent to establish a formal funding mechanism to augment regional mental health and addiction services, moving beyond internal Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

Priority: Medium

HEP-158 Read

Source Ref: REC-0RPL-ODT3

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a site-specific Social Management Plan for the worker accommodation camp that includes dedicated security and traffic enforcement protocols for the Highway 17 and 603 corridors.

Priority: Medium

HEP-160 Read

Source Ref: REC-2E9W-7B3X

Human Environment (People) Triennial Reporting

Request the establishment of an annual socio-economic monitoring and reporting framework for Melgund, rather than the three-year cycle mandated by the NFWA.

Priority: Medium

HEP-161 Read

Source Ref: REC-2E9W-7B3X

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the expansion of the 'Human Environment' scope to include socio-economic risk perception and traditional land use that extends beyond formal 'Reserve' boundaries.

Priority: Medium

HEP-164 Read

Source Ref: REC-2LJW-QS86

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request a non-confidential summary of economic benefit categories and regional infrastructure commitments that extend to unincorporated areas like Melgund.

Priority: Medium

HEP-165 Read

Source Ref: REC-3Q9M-7PAZ

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request the Proponent expand the scope of transportation safety and emission assessments to include the Highway 17 corridor through Melgund, rather than only the access roads 'after turn off from Highway 17'.

Priority: Medium

HEP-169 Read

Source Ref: REC-45DO-42GU

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Require the Proponent to provide specific, quantified targets for 'improved infrastructure and services' within the unorganized territory of Melgund, rather than regional generalizations.

Priority: Medium

HEP-171 Read

Source Ref: REC-5VQ4-5YXC

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the inclusion of 'Stigma and Perceived Risk' as a specific Valued Component (VC) with a defined methodology for measuring socio-economic impacts on unorganized territories.

Priority: Medium

HEP-172 Read

Source Ref: REC-5VQ4-5YXC

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a specific accessibility audit of engagement methodologies for residents of unorganized territories, focusing on the digital divide and the physical distance to hubs like Ignace and Dryden.

Priority: Medium

HEP-176 Read

Source Ref: REC-JEJ5-Q9UC

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a formal socio-economic impact study specifically for 'Unorganized Township Property Owners' in Melgund to address potential inequities in the 'Host' vs 'Other' community framework.

Priority: Medium

HEP-179 Read

Source Ref: REC-NWWW-V955

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Request a 'Feedback Integration Framework' that specifically tracks and reports on how concerns from unorganized territories are weighted and addressed in the project design.

Priority: Medium

HEP-184 Read

Source Ref: REC-ZPXD-3W66

Human Environment (People) VCs

Request the specific criteria and standards for the 'Reconciliation and Engagement' commitments (Section 6 of the Proponent's submission) as they apply to residents of unorganized territories.

Priority: Medium

HEP-186 Read

Source Ref: REC-DRQW-2XOV

Human Environment (People) Baseline

Request a detailed methodology for how the Proponent will bridge the socio-economic data gap between 2023 and the availability of the 2026 Census data mentioned in Section 15 of the Initial Project Description.

Priority: Medium

HEP-187 Read

Source Ref: REC-EX9L-M94O

Environment Baseline

Request a detailed integration plan of the short-term microseismic data (collected since 2021) with long-term paleoseismological evidence to validate the claim of stability.

Priority: Low

ENV-008 Read

Source Ref: REC-KHR2-SW97

Human Environment (People) Effects Assessment

Assess the long-term socio-economic impacts of installing 'permanent markers' on local property values, land use, and community branding in Melgund Township.

Priority: Low

HEP-152 Read

Source Ref: REC-RI8C-VQCO