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2014-06-18 Canadian Lifeboat Institute Meeting/Tour Tour of Fraser River from Sandheads to the Information gathered used to inform Project Description and Project planning Project site
2014-07-29 Seaspan International Workshop Hazard identification (HazID) workshop Information gathered used to inform Project Description and Project planning. to Canadian Coast Guard The effects of the Project on marine navigation will be assessed in the Application under the navigation subcomponent 2014-07-30 Pacific Pilotage Authority of the Land and Marine Resource Use Valued Component (VC). In addition, the Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will include a review of accidents and malfunctions related to marine navigation; scenarios for Port Metro Vancouver consideration will include vessel collisions (i.e., with the jetty and non-tug-assisted vessel or a marine mammal), Seaspan Ferries Tilbury Facility including loss of cargo and ship inventories (e.g., fuel) and marine vessel groundings. To inform these studies, a British Columbia Coast Pilots Marine Navigational Risk Assessment is currently being prepared. Chamber of Shipping BC BC Wharf Operations Association Transport Canada Council of Marine Carriers Fraser River Pilots Association Fish Safe Marine Communications & Traffic BC Seafood Alliance
2014-09-03 MLA Delta North – Scott Hamilton Meeting Introductory meeting with provincial MLA Introduced the Project
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2014-09-03 Corporation of Delta – Mayor Lois Jackson and Meeting Introductory meeting, zoning discussion, Introduced the Project CAO George Harvie dredging, environmental process, ship sizes, Zoning—Ongoing Project schedule, jobs, power, pollution Dredging—Potential Project-related dredging effects will be assessed in the Fish and Fish Habitat, Marine Mammals, Water Quality, Land and Marine Resource Use, Current Use of Lands and Resources for Traditional Purposes, and Human Health VCs and the River Process Pathway Component (PC) in the effects assessment in the Application. These sections will include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize identified adverse effects. Environmental Assessment (EA) process—Ongoing Ship sizes—The marine jetty will accommodate one vessel at a time, either self-propelled LNG carriers up to 90,000 m3 (now up to 100,000 m3) of LNG capacity that would serve offshore export markets or individual LNG barges up to 7,500 m3 of LNG capacity that would serve regional markets. Project schedule—WesPac is currently in the Regulatory Reviews, Permitting and Consultations Phase. This phase involves regulatory reviews, site analysis, safety planning, due diligence and consultations with Aboriginal groups, and the public to plan and design a marine jetty that addresses safety, Aboriginal Interests, community interests, and the environment. This phase is anticipated to last until mid-2019. Construction is anticipated to start in 2019 and last about 3 years. WesPac anticipates the marine jetty will be operational in 2023. Jobs—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on social and economic VCs, including Socio- community, Land and Marine Resource Use, Visual Quality, Current Use of Lands and Resources for Traditional Purposes, and Economy. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Assessing the social context of the surrounding area in the Application will enable WesPac to integrate current activity considerations on and around the Fraser River into the Project. Project construction and operations will create new economic opportunities for workers and businesses in the area, which may generate spin off employment in goods, services, and supply. However, the Project could also affect existing economic activities in the area and region. The EA will assess economy to understand these effects. Power—The Project will use 4,160 V of electrical power supply from BC Hydro's existing power distribution system. The connection point will be at an existing transformer located at the Tilbury LNG Plant. The load will be approximately 25 kW. No additions to BC Hydro's electrical distribution system will be required. Pollution—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects.
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2014-09-03 MLA Delta South – Vicki Huntington Meeting Introductory meeting with provincial MLA, Introduced the project National Energy Board (NEB) export permit, ship NEB Export Permit—Licence approved sizes, markets, migratory bird impacts, dredging, Ship sizes and markets—The marine jetty will accommodate one vessel at a time, either self-propelled LNG safety, LNG containment and ships, liability, carriers up to 90,000 m3 (now up to 100,000 m3) of LNG capacity that would serve offshore export markets or emergency planning individual LNG barges up to 7,500 m3 of LNG capacity that would serve regional markets. Migratory bird impacts—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Dredging—Potential Project-related dredging effects will be assessed in the Fish and Fish Habitat, Marine Mammals, Water Quality, Land and Marine Resource Use, Current Use of Lands and Resources for Traditional Purposes, and Human Health VCs and the River Process PC in the effects assessment in the Application. These sections will include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize identified adverse effects. Safety—The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in natural disasters, spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. LNG containment and ships, liability—WesPac intends to deliver LNG to LNG carriers and barges berthed at the Project jetty. The receivers (buyers) of LNG will be required to arrange for the marine transportation of LNG in carriers and barges. All LNG carriers and barges arriving at the Project site will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation and be subject to, but not limited to, all regulations under the Canada Shipping Act, Navigation Protection Act, Marine Liability Act, Pilotage Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, and maritime requirements listed in the International Gas Code for Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk. WesPac will require vessel operators to comply with all applicable national and international safety requirements when at the Project site. However, responsibility for the care, safety and control of the LNG carriers, LNG barges and, upon loading, the LNG product will generally lie with the receivers and with the vessel operators. All LNG carriers calling at the jetty will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation. When agreements are made for LNG vessels to use WesPac’s jetty, proof of insurance and compliance with current rules and codes will be required. Emergency planning—Safety will be of utmost importance in the design, construction, and operation of the Project. All fire, safety, emergency response, and protection systems will be designed to meet or exceed Canadian standards. The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in natural disasters, spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects.
2014-09-19 Delta Chamber of Commerce Letter WesPac accepted as member of Delta Chamber WesPac continues to maintain membership in the Delta Chamber of Commerce of Commerce
2014-10-03 Corporation of Delta – Mayor Lois Jackson and Meeting Project update, zoning discussion Provided an update on the Project. CAO George Harvie Zoning—Ongoing
2014-12-03 Corporation of Delta – Senior Staff Meeting Zoning discussions, EA process information Zoning—Ongoing EA process—Ongoing
2015-02-27 MLA Delta North – Scott Hamilton Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project.
2015-02-27 MLA Delta South – Vicki Huntington Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project.
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2015-03-09 Corporation of Delta – Mayor and Council Presentation Project information presentation, ship sizes, Provided an update on the Project. safety aspects, dredging, dike upgrades, NEB Ship sizes—The marine jetty will accommodate one vessel at a time, either self-propelled LNG carriers up to export permit, zoning, LNG information 90,000 m3 (now up to 100,000 m3) of LNG capacity that would serve offshore export markets or individual LNG barges up to 7,500 m3 of LNG capacity that would serve regional markets. Safety aspects—The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in natural disasters, spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Dredging—Potential Project-related dredging effects will be assessed in the Fish and Fish Habitat, Marine Mammals, Water Quality, Land and Marine Resource Use, Current Use of Lands and Resources for Traditional Purposes, and Human Health VCs and the River Process PC in the effects assessment in the Application. These sections will include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize identified adverse effects. Dike upgrades—WesPac acknowledges that there is concern regarding the long-term stability of the diking system in the area of the Project. The effects assessment on the River Processes PC will indicate whether dike monitoring is warranted as a mitigation measure. Preliminary modelling of the hydrodynamics and sediment impacts for the Project indicates that changes in velocity and sediment transport will be limited to the immediate reach where the Project is located. Such changes are likely to be small in comparison with the natural annual and seasonal variations that occur in the Fraser River. NEB Export Permit—Licence approved Zoning—Ongoing LNG information—LNG is natural gas that has been converted to liquid for ease of storage or transport. Natural gas occurs in a gaseous state. To liquefy the gas, it is cooled to approximately -162°C, which condenses it to about 1/600th the volume of its gaseous state, making LNG ideal for transportation and storage. Upon arrival at its destination, LNG is warmed back to its gaseous state and distributed as natural gas that is commonly used to heat and cool homes, generate electricity, or fuel natural gas vehicles and ships
2015-03-10 Delta Chamber of Commerce Meeting Project update, ship sizes, noise, shoreline Introduced the Project. rehabilitation Ship sizes—The marine jetty will accommodate one vessel at a time, either self-propelled LNG carriers up to 90,000 m3 (now up to 100,000 m3) of LNG capacity that would serve offshore export markets or individual LNG barges up to 7,500 m3 of LNG capacity that would serve regional markets. Noise—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Shoreline rehabilitation—WesPac intends to work with regulatory agencies and Aboriginal groups to develop a plan for enhancing the shoreline. Additional detail will be provided in the Application.
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2015-03-11 Chamber of Shipping of British Columbia and Meeting Introductory meeting, LNG shipping safety, Introduced the project. New Westminster District River Pilots Fraser River ship traffic Shipping safety—WesPac intends to deliver LNG to LNG carriers and barges berthed at the Project jetty. The Association receivers (buyers) of LNG will be required to arrange for the marine transportation of LNG in carriers and barges. All LNG carriers and barges arriving at the Project site will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation and be subject to, but not limited to, all regulations under the Canada Shipping Act, Navigation Protection Act, Marine Liability Act, Pilotage Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, and maritime requirements listed in the International Gas Code for Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk. WesPac will require vessel operators to comply with all applicable national and international safety requirements when at the Project site. However, responsibility for the care, safety and control of the LNG carriers, LNG barges and, upon loading, the LNG product will generally lie with the receivers and with the vessel operators. All LNG carriers calling at the jetty will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation. When agreements are made for LNG vessels to use WesPac’s jetty, proof of insurance and compliance with current rules and codes will be required. Fraser River ship traffic—Stakeholders provided information about the current and past ship traffic on the Fraser River.
2015-03-13 Hon. Kerry-Lynne Findlay – MP Delta- Meeting Introductory meeting, request for updates when Introduced the Project. Richmond East Project Description submitted Sent notification of the submission of the Project Description 2015-05-05.
2015-05-05 Corporation of Delta Email WesPac letter to Corporation informing that the Project Description was Submitted
2015-05-05 MLA Delta North – Scott Hamilton Email WesPac letter to political representatives MLA Delta South – Vicki Huntington informing that the Project Description was Submitted MP Delta-Richmond East – Hon. Kerry-Lynne Findlay
2015-05-21 MLA Richmond-Steveston – Jon Yap Meeting Introductory meeting Introduced the Project.
2015-05-21 MP Newton-North Delta – Jinny Jogindera- Meeting Introductory meeting Introduced the Project. Sims
2015-05-28 End of Legislature Reception Reception Attendance at reception, conversations with General discussions. political representatives
2015-06-02 MLA Richmond-East – Hon. Linda Reid Meeting Introductory meeting Introduced the Project.
2015-06-04 Member of the Public – Teresa Diewert Email Query about public consultation process and first Public consultation—WesPac will be consulting with the public through the EA process. The Application will nations consultation, WesPac provided email include information about consultation with the public. A public comment period on the draft Valued Component response to questions Selection Document was held from November 20, 2015, through December 21, 2015, and 791 comments were received. A public comment period will also be held during the Application review phase. Consultation reports are required by the BC Environmental Assessment Office (BCEAO) at key points in time during the environmental assessment process, as outlined in the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO on July 24, 2015. Aboriginal consultation—WesPac will be consulting with Aboriginal groups throughout the EA process. The Application will include information about consultation with potentially impacted Aboriginal groups. In addition, consultation reports are required by the BCEAO at key points in time during the environmental assessment process, as outlined in the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO on July 24, 2015.
2015-06-08 MLA Delta North – Scott Hamilton Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project.
2015-06-09 MLA Delta South – Vicki Huntington Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project.
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2015-06-23 City of Richmond – Staff Meeting Introductory meeting Introduced the Project.
2015-06-23 BC Business Council Meeting Introductory meeting Introduced the Project.
2015-06-24 BC Maritime Employers Association Meeting Introductory meeting Introduced the Project.
2015-07-10 MLA Delta North – Scott Hamilton Emails WesPac letter to political representatives MLA Delta South – Vicki Huntington informing of the approval of BC request for substitution MP Delta-Richmond East – Hon. Kerry-Lynne Findlay
2015-08-26 City of Richmond Letter Concerns regarding consultation with Richmond Concerns noted. Consultation activities will be documented during the EA process. elected officials
2015-09-29 Steveston 20/20 Group Presentation Presentation on Project to membership Presented the Project.
2015-11-13 Public Newspaper Ads Newspaper announcements about public comment period and public open houses in: - Delta Optimist - Richmond News - Vancouver Sun - Sing Tao Daily (Western Edition) - Ming Pao Newspaper
2015-11-16 FortisBC Event for Tilbury Project Attendance Attendance at event, conversations with political General discussions. representatives
2016-11-19 Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society Presentation Presentation on Project (with FortisBC) Presented the Project.
2016-11-24 Delta MP – Hon. Carla Qualtrough Letter (via email) Stakeholder letters providing information about Continued to inform stakeholders about the EA process. Steveston-Richmond East MP – Joe consultation and upcoming public open houses Peschisolido in Delta and Richmond Richmond Centre MP – Alice Wong Surrey Centre MP – Randeep Sarai Surrey Newton MP – Sukh Dhaliwal South Surrey - White Rock MP – Dianne Watts Delta North MP – Scott Hamilton Delta South MP – Vicki Huntington Richmond Steveston MP – John Yap Richmond East MP – Hon. Linda Reid Corporation of Delta Mayor – Lois Jackson Corporation of Delta – Deputy Director of Planning – Marcy Sangret City of Richmond – Mayor Malcolm Brodie City of Richmond – Director, Intergovernmental Relations and Protocol Unit, CAO's office – Amarjeet Rattan Metro Vancouver Board – Chair – Greg Moore
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date Metro Vancouver CAO – Carol Mason Fortis BC – Government Relations and Public Affairs – Vivian Zanocco Seaspan Ferries Delta – Capt. James Earles Seaspan International – Collin Eckford Varsteel Ltd. – Delta – Vancouver Branch – Tim Fehr Varsteel Ltd. – Gerald Varzari Port Metro Vancouver – Dave Hart Port Metro Vancouver – Jeff Pelton Delta Chamber of Commerce – Ian Tait Richmond Chamber of Commerce – Matt Pitcairn Vancouver Board of Trade – Iain Black BC Business Council – Greg D'Avignon Fraser River Pilots – Mike Armstrong Fraser River Pilots – David Marjoribanks Pacific Pilotage Authority – Kevin Obermeyer Pacific Pilotage Authority – Brian Young Chamber of BC Shipping – Gregoire Thomas, Security and Policy Analyst BC Maritime Employers Association – Andy Smith, President and CEO Council of Marine Carriers – Capt. Phillip Nelson, President Marine Communications and Traffic Services Western Region – Canadian Coast Guard – Martin Jener BC Seafood Alliance – Christina Burridg, Executive Director Fish Safe – Ryan Ford, Program Manager Fraser Basin Council – David Marshall, Executive Director Fraser River Users Group – Barbara Mueller BC Wildlife Federation – Cheryl Johnson, Director of Operations Steveston Harbour Authority – Robert Kiesman, Board Chairman New Westminster District River Pilots Association – Mike Armstrong, President Gulf of Georgia Cannery – Rebecca Clarke, Executive Director
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date Gulf of Georgia Cannery – Dave Semple SB Communications and Public Affairs – Stephen Bruyneel Canadian Lifeboat Institute – John Holton Fraser River Sturgeon Society – Sarah Schrier, Director Rivershed Society – Fin Donnelly, Board Chair CVGC / BC Marine Terminal Operators Association (BC Wharf Operators Association) – Bob Wilds Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC) – Bob Wilds Steveston Historical Society – Loren Slye
2015-11-25 Delta Chamber of Commerce Presentation Project update at luncheon Provided an update on the Project.
2015-11-26 Member of the Public – Peter Drescher Email Support for Project Support noted.
2015-12-01 Member of the Public – Frank Forster Email Unable to provide comment
2015-12-02 BCEAO-led Public Open House – Delta Open House Public open house Provided information about the draft Valued Component Selection Document. Encouraged participation in the public comment period. 791 comments received and addressed. The complete Public Comment Period Tracking Table is posted to the BCEAO Project Information Centre: http://a100.gov.bc.ca/appsdata/epic/ html/deploy/epic_document_435_40709.html.
2015-12-03 BCEAO-led Public Open House – Richmond Open House Public open house Provided information about the draft Valued Component Selection Document. Encouraged participation in the public comment period. 791 comments received and addressed. The complete Public Comment Period Tracking Table is posted to the BCEAO Project Information Centre: http://a100.gov.bc.ca/appsdata/epic/ html/deploy/epic_document_435_40709.html.
2015-12-05 Member of the Public – Warren Stayner Email Suggestion to provide more information about Safety aspects—The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects safety aspects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in natural disasters, spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects.
2015-12-09 Member of the Public – Kelvin Ketchum Email Support for Project, BC economy, global GHG Support noted. reduction
2015-12-22 Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society Letter Response to presentation, fish and river Fish and river ecosystems—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, ecosystems, First Nations values, safety, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, communications and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. First Nations values—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on physical/tangible aspects of heritage in the Heritage Resources VC, which comprises three subcomponents: archaeological resources, historical resources, and palaeontological resources. As heritage resources in the Fraser River Delta have been well studied historically, the summary of existing conditions will largely focus on a literature review, supplemented by information obtained through consultation with regulators, stakeholders, and Aboriginal groups. The summary of existing conditions will be used as the basis of the effects assessment, which will describe and evaluate potential effects arising from interactions between the Project and heritage resources. This Application will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Non-physical (intangible)
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date Aboriginal cultural heritage will be assessed as part of the Current Use of Lands and Resources for Traditional Purposes VC or in Part C of the Application. Safety—The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in natural disasters, spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Communications—WesPac is committed to ongoing communications with members of the public and stakeholders during this process.
2016-01-07 Voters Taking Action on Climate Change on Letter Request for additional consultation Meeting arranged for January 20, 2016 behalf of Georgia Straight Alliance, Pembina Institute, Fraser Riverkeeper, Burns Bog Conservation Society, Against Port Expansion, My Sea to Sky
2016-01-20 Voters Taking Action on Climate Change on Meeting Security and risk, suitability of location, Society See item dated 2016-01-25. behalf of Georgia Straight Alliance, Pembina of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Institute, Fraser Riverkeeper, Burns Bog Operators (SIGTTO), TERMPOL process, Conservation Society, Against Port Expansion, Marine Transport Security Regulations, property My Sea to Sky values, transboundary effects
2016-01-20 Corporation of Delta – Mayor, CAO, and Senior Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project. Staff
2016-01-20 Delta Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Presentation Project update presentation Provided an update on the Project.
2016-01-25 Voters Taking Action on Climate Change on Letter Summary of points discussed at January 20 Review marine jetty proposal with FortisBC facility expansion rather than as two separate proposals—The behalf of Georgia Straight Alliance, Pembina meeting, request for stakeholder status, request scope of the EA for the Project has been set by the BCEAO developed based on the Project Description and the Institute, Fraser Riverkeeper, Burns Bog for documentation requirements of the BC Environmental Assessment Act and Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. The Conservation Society, Against Port Expansion, scope includes construction, operation, and decommissioning of physical works and activities associated with the My Sea to Sky Project as proposed by WesPac, both spatial and temporal boundaries. The Section 11 Order in Section 3.1.3 stipulates that the scope of the assessment for the Project will include consideration of: “Potential adverse effects that are likely to result from the changes in the movement of vessels to and from the marine jetty along the designated shipping route within the South Arm of the Fraser River, from the pilot station at Sand Heads.” For more information related to the scope of the EA, please see the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO available on the BCEAO’s website (BCEAO, 2015b). Implications of Fortis expansion—WesPac is a separate entity from FortisBC, as defined in the Project Description available on the BCEAO website (BCEAO, 2015b). As described in the Project Description, FortisBC is currently constructing an LNG liquefaction expansion along with an additional LNG storage tank capable of storing approximately 46,000 m3 of LNG at the existing Tilbury LNG Plant which has been approved separately from this Project. The expansion of the Tilbury LNG Plant is occurring irrespective of this Project. The WesPac Project proposes to take custody of the LNG from FortisBC at the point where the flange of the Project’s LNG transfer pump connects to the FortisBC storage tank. SIGTTO guidelines—The effects of the Project on marine navigation will be assessed under the navigation subcomponent of the Land and Marine Resource Use VC. In addition, the Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will include a review of accidents and malfunctions related to marine navigation; scenarios for consideration will include vessel collisions (i.e., with the jetty and non-tug assisted vessels or a marine mammals), including loss of cargo and ship inventories (e.g., fuel), and marine vessel groundings. To inform these studies in the Application, a Marine Navigational Risk Assessment is currently being prepared. The results of the Navigational Risk Assessment will inform the Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application. Accidents and malfunctions that could occur in any phase of the Project and will be considered in the Application, include, but are not limited to,
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date marine vessel collisions (i.e., with the jetty and non-tug assisted vessel or a marine mammal); this will include a loss of cargo and ship inventories (e.g., fuel) where applicable. The effects of the Project on marine navigation will also be assessed under the navigation subcomponent of the Land and Marine Resource Use VC. Proximity to jet fuel terminal—A preliminary list of projects that may be considered for a cumulative effects assessment is provided in the Valued Component Selection Document. The list will be refined prior to submission of the Application, incorporating feedback from the public, stakeholders, Aboriginal groups, and local, provincial, and federal government agencies. Each VC with an identified residual effect the potential incremental effects of other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable projects and activities will be considered as part of the cumulative effects assessment where there is an interaction with other projects and activities. The Application will also include a table that identifies the proposed measures to mitigate potential impacts to VCs. Upstream impacts—WesPac understands general concerns with respect to potential upstream and downstream effects related to natural gas and LNG. While WesPac acknowledges the expressed concern, upstream and downstream activities are not part of the Project. It is WesPac’s understanding that such activities are subject to their own separate regulatory reviews and requirements. However, as a requirement of a recent change with regard to upstream effects (subject of a Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency (CEA Agency) letter dated February 12, 2016 (CEA Agency, 2016), WesPac will work with the CEA Agency, BCEAO, and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) in understanding the methodology and requirements for assessing upstream effects and will ensure that these requirements are included in the Application Information Requirements (AIR) and Application, which will be assessed in the EA. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are proposed to be assessed as subcomponent of the Air Quality VC in the Application and the methods and approach of this assessment will be described in the AIR. Public consultation process and notification—WesPac will be consulting with the public through the EA process. The Application will include information about consultation with the public. A public comment period on the draft Valued Component Selection Document was held from November 20, 2015, through December 21, 2015. Notification of this public comment period was completed in accordance with the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO on July 24, 2015. A public comment period will also be held during the Application review phase. Consultation reports are required by the BCEAO at key points in time during the EA process, as outlined in the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO on July 24, 2015. Aboriginal consultation—WesPac will be consulting with Aboriginal groups throughout the EA process. The Application will include information about consultation with potentially impacted Aboriginal groups. In addition, consultation reports are required by the BCEAO at key points in time during the EA process, as outlined in the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO on July 24, 2015. Dredging—Potential Project-related dredging effects will be assessed in the Fish and Fish Habitat, Marine Mammals, Water Quality, Land and Marine Resource Use, Current Use of Lands and Resources for Traditional Purposes, and Human Health VCs and the River Process PC in the effects assessment in the Application. These sections will include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize identified adverse effects. Red zone habitat under Fraser River Estuary Management Program (FREMP) mapping—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Fire at Project site affecting Burns Bog—Safety will be of utmost importance in the design, construction, and operation of the Project. All fire, safety, emergency response, and protection systems will be designed to meet or exceed Canadian standards. The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in natural disasters, spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects.
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date Damage to ecosystems connected to Burns Bog—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Loss of farmland—The Project is located on land and marine areas zoned for industrial land uses on Tilbury Island. The Project does not overlap land within the Agricultural Land Reserve. The Project will include construction of 470 m transfer pipe comprising of two insulated pipes and a vapor return line from the marine jetty to the existing FortisBC Tilbury LNG Plant. No other pipelines or transmission lines are required for the Project as and the infrastructure operated by FortisBC is already in place at the FortisBC Tilbury LNG Plant. Need a cumulative impact assessment—A preliminary list of projects that may be considered for a cumulative effects assessment is provided in the Valued Component Selection Document. The list will be refined prior to submission of the Application, incorporating feedback from the public, stakeholders, Aboriginal groups, and local, provincial, and federal government agencies. Each VC with an identified residual effect the potential incremental effects of other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable projects and activities will be considered as part of the cumulative effects assessment where there is an interaction with other projects and activities. The Application will also include a table that identifies the proposed measures to mitigate potential impacts to VCs. Fraser River estuary—The Application will assess potential Project-related effects on environmental VCs, including Air Quality, Noise, Marine Mammals, Fish and Fish Habitat, Water Quality, Wildlife and Wildlife Habitat, and Vegetation. These sections will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Shipping safety—WesPac intends to deliver LNG to LNG carriers and barges berthed at the Project jetty. The receivers (buyers) of LNG will be required to arrange for the marine transportation of LNG in carriers and barges. All LNG carriers and barges arriving at the Project site will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation and be subject to, but not limited to, all regulations under the Canada Shipping Act, Navigation Protection Act, Marine Liability Act, Pilotage Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, and maritime requirements listed in the International Gas Code for Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk. WesPac will require vessel operators to comply with all applicable national and international safety requirements when at the Project site. However, responsibility for the care, safety and control of the LNG carriers, LNG barges and, upon loading, the LNG product will generally lie with the receivers and with the vessel operators. All LNG carriers calling at the jetty will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation. When agreements are made for LNG vessels to use WesPac’s jetty, proof of insurance and compliance with current rules and codes will be required. Deliberate acts of destruction—A release of LNG, whether accidental or by deliberate action, would be treated the same way. The Accidents and Malfunctions section of the Application will assess potential effects associated with accidents and malfunctions, including incidents resulting in spills, explosion, or fire. This section will also include mitigation measures that will be implemented to avoid or minimize these effects. Participation in the TERMPOL process—A marine Navigational Risk Assessment is currently being prepared outside of the TERMPOL process. This Marine Navigational Risk Assessment will include the following surveys and studies: Marine traffic survey Route analysis, approach characteristics, and navigability survey Special under keel clearance survey Transit time and delay survey Casualty data survey Vessel specifications Site plans and technical data Cargo transfer and transshipment systems
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date Channel, maneuvering, and anchorage elements Berth procedures and provisions Single point mooring provisions and procedures Port information book Terminal operations manual Contingency planning Oil handling facilities requirements In addition to compliance with regulatory requirements (i.e., Navigation Protection Act review process), the effects from navigational hazards connected to the Project will be mitigated through best practices and Project design and management measures. Measures to mitigate specific Project effects from navigation hazard will be described in the Application.
Application of the Marine Transportation Security Requirements—WesPac intends to deliver LNG to LNG carriers and barges berthed at the Project jetty. The receivers (buyers) of LNG will be required to arrange for the marine transportation of LNG in carriers and barges. All LNG carriers and barges arriving at the Project site will be operated by qualified shipping companies engaged in the business of LNG transportation and be subject to, but, not limited to, all regulations under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001, Navigation Protection Act, Marine Liability Act, Pilotage Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, and maritime requirements listed in the International Gas Code for Ships Carrying Liquefied Gases in Bulk. Property values—The lands surrounding the Project site are predominately used for industrial and marine purposes. Marine terminals are situated in the surrounding area and are connected to the operations of Seaspan Ferries, Lehigh Hanson Cement, Annacis Auto Terminals, and Fraser Surrey Docks. The Seaspan Ferries Tilbury freight terminal is located approximately 300 m upstream of the Project site, and the Lehigh Hanson Cement plant is approximately 650 m upstream of the Project site. Given the industrial and commercial marine character of surrounding land uses, the Project is consistent with these existing uses, and therefore property value effects due to the Project are likely to be either non-existent or very small, and in the latter event, they would not be measurable. In addition, the Greater Vancouver property markets are subject to complex supply and demand factors, so discerning the property value of effect of modest adverse changes in environmental conditions due to the Project would be difficult to accurately estimate. WesPac will continue to engage with stakeholders regarding issues and concerns as well as local, provincial, and federal government agencies, and Aboriginal groups through the EA process. It is anticipated that the Project design will continue to evolve as a result of feedback received. Transboundary effects—There are no transboundary effects from the Project expected outside of British Columbia or Canada (e.g., air quality effects, effects on marine mammals, etc.). The Project site is more than 15 km from the United States border. The Project has a small air emissions profile and, therefore, is unlikely to result in distinguishable changes to air quality beyond the local study area. The geographic extent and ambient concentrations of Project-related emissions will be assessed as part of the scope of the EA to validate this conclusion. Request for stakeholder status—The EA process has multiple opportunities for input from local, provincial, and federal government agencies, Aboriginal groups, stakeholders, and the public on the Project. The Project is presently in the Pre-application Phase; during Application Review Phase, the BCEAO will hold a second public comment period including BCEAO led open houses. It is anticipated that the Project design will continue to evolve as a result of feedback received from local, provincial and federal government agencies, Aboriginal groups, stakeholders and public. The Environmental Assessment Process section of the Application for an EAC will provide details on consultation activities throughout the EA process, including involvement of local, provincial, and federal government agencies, distribution of information the public and stakeholder groups, and issues tracking. A Working Group was established on Section 4.1 of the Section 11 Order to advise the BCEAO and provide comment and feedback on key documents, this Working Group was composed of representatives of Aboriginal
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date groups identified on Schedule B (including modifications to Schedule B as outlined in the September 24, 2015, and May 11, 2016), and federal, provincial and local government agencies. Request for documentation—The scope of the EA for the proposed Project has been set by the BCEAO developed based on the Project Description and the requirements of the BC Environmental Assessment Act and Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. The scope includes construction, operation, and decommissioning of physical works and activities associated with the Project as proposed by WesPac, both spatial and temporal boundaries. The Section 11 Order in Section 3.1.3 stipulates that the scope of the assessment for the Proposed Project will include consideration of: Potential adverse effects that are likely to result from the changes in the movement of vessels to and from the marine jetty along the designated shipping route within the South Arm of the Fraser River, from the pilot station at Sand Heads. For more information related to the scope of the EA, please see the Section 11 Order issued by the BCEAO available on the BCEAO’s website (BCEAO 2015b). 2016-01-29 Port of Vancouver – Tanya Hawke Email Follow-up on responses to queries at the Port re: Enquiries about the Project directed to WesPac. the Project
2016-05-24 Corporation of Delta – CAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2016-06-08 Clear Seas, Centre for Responsible Marine Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project. Shipping – Dr. Richard Wiefelspuett, Executive Director
2016-06-09 Vancouver Board of Trade – Iqbal Ahmed, Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project. Manager, Public Policy Development
2016-06-10 BC Chamber of Shipping – Robert Lewis- Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project. Manning, President & CEO
2016-06-10 Richmond Chamber of Commerce – Matt Meeting Project update Provided an update on the Project. Pitcairn, President & CEO
2018-02-06 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐02‐13 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐02‐20 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐02‐27 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐03‐05 FRIA Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐03‐06 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐03‐13 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐03‐20 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐02‐27 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐04‐03 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date
2018‐04‐05 Seaspan Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐04‐05 FRIA Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐04‐10 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐04‐17 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐04‐26 FRIA Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐01 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐03 BCEAO Working Group Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐05 FRIA Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐08 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐15 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐22 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐29 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐05‐30 Richmond Chamber Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐06‐19 Fraser River Pilots Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐06‐26 BCEAO Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐07‐10 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐07‐19 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐07‐24 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐07‐31 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐01 OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐07 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐14 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐14 MLA Ian Paton Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐21 MLA Gordie Hogg Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
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Date Organization Type Description Outcomes to Date 2018‐08‐22 Building trades Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐22 Chamber of Shipping Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
2018‐08‐23 BCEAO/OGC Meeting Project update and timeline Provided an update on the Project.
VC = Valued Component; CAO = Chief Administrative Officer; PC = Pathway Component; LNG = liquefied natural gas; EA = Environmental Assessment; NEB = National Energy Board; BCEAO = British Columbia Environmental Assessment Office; SIGTTO = Society of International Gas Tanker and Terminal Operators; TERMPOL = Technical Review Process of Marine Terminal Systems and Transshipment Sites; CEA Agency = Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency; AIR = Application Information Requirements; FREMP = Fraser River Estuary Management Program; FRIA = Fraser River Industrial Association; OGC = Oil and Gas Commission
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