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13 January 2016
Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board 7th Floor ~ 4922 48th A venue PO Box 2130 Yellowknife, NT XIA 2P6
Dear Board Members,
RE: Application for Class A Land Use Permit
The Department of National Defence's 1st Canadian Ranffer Patrol Group (]CRPG) is 1 1 planning to conduct training in Yellowknive from the 23 to 29 h of Feburary 2016. The training will bring together Canadian Rangers from ten Northwest Territories communities from the Great Slave Lake Region. Approximately 160 exercise participants will arrive by snowmobile from their home communities in Yellowknife for this training. As part of this gathering we would like the use of the Yellowknifes Dene First Nation's Weledeh Site as an overnight camp site for our Rangers. Please regard this letter as the Department of National Defence's formal application for a MVL WB Class A Land Use Permit.
The enclosure to this letter provides copies of the necessary application form and background to the project. Should you require additional information, please contact my Operations Officer Capt James Longaphie 1-867-873-0700 ex. 6874 or [email protected].
Major M. Craig Volstad, CD, MBA Commanding Officer 1st Canadian Ranger Patrol Group P.O.Box 6666 Station Main Yellowknife, NT XIA 2R3 Tel: 867-873-0700 x6834 Email : craig. [email protected] Enclosures:
Application for New Land Use Permit Detailed Ex DENE RANGER Site Use Description I CRPG Exercise Dene Ranger Waste Management Plan Ex DENE RANGER Location Weledeh Site Map A Ex DENE RANGER Location Weledeh Site Map B JTFN 4000-7 Hazmat Release Plan Ex DENE RANGER Engagement Plan Comms Log Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board 7th Floor - 4922 48th Street P.O. Box 2130 YELLOWKNIFE NT XIA 2P6 Phone (867) 669-0506 FAX (867) 873-6610
MV2016X0001 Application for: New Land Use Permit U Amendment D to
I. Applicant's name and mailing address: Fax number: (780) 973-4006 Colonel Stephen Lacroix Commander 3rd Canadian Division Support Group Telephone number: (780) 973-4011 Ext 8049 P.O. Box 10500 Station Forces c/o: Captain Andrew Ngo Edmonton, Alberta T5J 415
2. !lead office address: Telephone number: (780) 973-4011 Ext 8049 Sarne as above c/o: Capt Andrew Ngo Email: [email protected] c/o: Captain Andrew Ngo Field supervisor: Captain Yan Guertin Telephone number: (867) 445-1156 Email: [email protected] 3. Other personnel (subcontractor, contractors, company staff etc.) 160 Canadian Forces personnel ( 151 Canadian Rangers + 9 Ranger Instructors = J 60) Bivouac site: IO pers for one night + 160 persons for four nights = 650 person days TOTAL : 160 (Number ofpersons on site)
4. Eligibility: (Refer to section 18 of the Mackenzie Valley Land Use Regulations)
a)(i) a)(ii) a)(iii) b) Department ofNational Defence
5. a) Summary of operation (Describe purpose, nature and location of all activities.) !fhe Canadian Rangers arc conducting Exercise DENE RANGER, a large patrol consisting of Rangers coming from ten communities around Great Slave Lake (GSL) to Yellowknife. Ex DENE RANGER is intended to promote cohesion and sharing of skills amongst the GSL Rangers while showcasing the unit to the local Yellowknife population. All ten patrols will camp at the YKDFN's Weledeh S_ite located immediately NE of the Yellowknife River bridge. However, daily activities wiJl take place around Yellowknife Bay and will not last more than one day in any location. The attached project description contains information relevant to the purpose, nature and IQcation of planned activities.
b) Please indicate ifa camp is lo be set up. (Please provide details on a separate page, if necessary.) A camp consisting will be established at the YKDFN's Weledeh Sile. Coordinates are N62° 31 ' 10" Wl14° 19' 01 ".
See attached project description for additional information on the proposed camp location. 6. Summary or potential environmental and resource impacts (Describe the effects of the proposed land-use operation on land, water, flora & fauna and related socio-economic impacts. Use separate page if necessary.)
N"o water will be \.ak.en from a water body, and no deleterious substance will be released into a water body. i20 Ljerry cans will be transported daily from I CRPG JIQ at the Forward Operating Location (1-'0L) on the west side of the airport for personal nydration and cooking requirements. Solid waste and sanitary sewage will be collected in bags and redeployed daily for disposal using the city of Yellowknife municipal facilities. Grey water will be collected in plastic jugs and redeployed daily lo I CRPG I IQ for proper disposal. ~11 mQvement will be guided by Ranger Instructors to ensure CAF personnel remain outside sensitive areas. /\II course personnel will be supported logistically from I CRPG HQ at the POL. iAII fuel will be drawn from I CRPG's fuel storage tanks at the FOL.
7. Proposed restoration plan (please use a separate page if necessary). rrhesile will be returned to its previous condition upon departure. Following the departure of the patrol from the campground, I CRPG HQ personnel wiU return to the campsite with representatives from the YKDFN lo ensure all waste has been removed and the condition of the site is ~atisfaotory to YKDFN.
8. Other rights, licenses or permits related to lhis permit application (mineral rights, timber permits, water licences, etc.)
Since this is a military exercise, no additional permit relating to timber or mineral rights is required. Also no water licence will be :required since water is not drawn from any water bodies.
Roads: All field transportation will be conducted using Light Over Snow Vehicles (LOSV -snowmobiles) with attached trail toboggan ~r komatik. Highway 3 will be used between Yellowknife and the campground for logistical support.
9. Proposed disposal methods.
To complete this section of the application form, a Waste Management Plan for the proposed activities is to be developed in accordance with the Board's Guidelines for Davaloping a Waste Management Plan (click here to access) and submitted as an auachment to the application form. A template for this Plan is provided in the Guidelines.
a) Garbage: Garbage will be collected in bags and redeployed daily to I CRPG HQ at the FOL. Disposal of this garbage will occur through the City of Yellowknife's standing waste disposal services to the FOL.
b) Brush & trees: No brush or trees will be out down or used in establishing the campsite.
c) Sewage (Sanitary & Grey Water): Sanitary sewage will be collected in biodegradable bags (honey bags) and redeployed daily to l CRPG HQ at the fOL for disposal by a standing offer (call-up not yet initiated). Grey water will be .collected in plastic jugs and redeployed daily to I CRPG HQ at the FOL for appropriate disposal using municipal facilities.
d) Overburden (Organic soils. waste material, etc.): Not applicable (N/A)
10. Equipment (includes drills, pumps, etc.) (Please use separate page if necessary.)
Type & number Size Proposed use 150 x LOSV (snowmobile) Curb weight - 326 kg Primary means oftTansport for all exercise fuel capacity - 30 I. participants Supply storage (trail toboggan/komatik) 12 x pick up truck Curb weight - 1000 kg Trucks will be used for logistical resupply Fuel capacity - 120 L between Yellowknife and campsite. 11. Fuels () Number of containers Capacity of containers Location
1,600 L 80 x diesel jerry cans (2 per tent) Jerry cans = 20 L Campsite (beside tents) Diesel 17,520 2 x truck tanks rI'ruck tank= 120 L Campsite parking Jot in Gasoline I SO x LOSV tanks LOSV (snowmobile tank) = 30 L designated fueling point 600 x jerry cans Jerry can = 20 L S x gasoline fuel drums Fuel drum = 204 L N{A Aviation fuel N/A Propane 160 L 80 x naptha containers Napthacontainer= 2 L Campsite (beside tents) Naptha
12. Containment fuel spill contingency plans.
A spill contingency plan for the proposed activities is to be developed in accordance with INAC's Guidelines for Spill Contingency Planning, April 2007 (accessible here). This plan is to be submitted.as an attachment to the application form.
The stipulations within the attached J'TFNO 4000-7 Hazmat Release dated 14-May 2014 will be adhered to with respect to the containment of fuel and spill contingency plans.
13. Methods of fuel transfer (to other tanks, vehicles, etc.) All fuel transfers will be conducted by jerry can (or hand pump for fucJ drums) over drip-tray and/or appropriate spill absorbent material.
**Maximum volume of potential spill • 204 L (gasoline fuel drum volume)
14. Period of operation (includes time to cover aH phases of project work applied for, including restoration)
Ex DENE RANGER begins 21 February with the deployment of Ranger Instructors to the outlying communities. Rangers and Instructors will depart from the communities 23 Peb, arriving in Yellowknife 24 Feb. All participants will depart Yellowknife 28 Feb back to their respective communities. The exercise will end once all Instructors have returned to Yellowknife approximately 01 Mar.
15. Period of permit (up to five years, wilh maximum oftwo years of extension). 4 days (24 Feb - 28 feb 2016)
16. Location of activities by map co-ordinates (attach maps and sketches) - NAD83
Minimum latitude (degrees, minutes, seconds) Maximum latitude (degrees, minutes, seconds) N62° 30' 50" N62° 31 ' 25"
Minimum longitude(degrees, minutes, seconds) Maximum longitude (degrees, minutes, seconds) Wl 14° 18' 50" WI 14° 19' 10" Map Sheet no. NTS map series 085.109 A/ 17. Applicant IJY Colonel Stephen Lacroix /1 '// Signature II Dat.~ nuary 2016
18. Fees Type A - $ 150.00 ** Type B - $150.00 tt ( 0 Application Fees are Non-RefundableO)
Land use fee: hectares @ $50.00/hectare $ Assignment fee $50.00 $ Total applicatior
Please make all cheques payable to "Receiver Generalfor Canada"
- Detailed Ex DENE RANGER Site Use Description:
Ex DENE RANGER:
General Information
1. The Department of National Defence's 1st Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (lCRPG) is planning to conduct training in Yellowknive from the 23th to 29th of Feburary 2016. The training will bring together Canadian Rangers from ten Northwest Territories communities from the Great Slave Lake Region. As part of this gathering we would like the use of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation's (YKDFN) Weledeh Site as an overnight camp site for our Rangers.
2. Approximately 160 exercise participants will arrive by snowmobile from their home communities and will camp on the ice 3km south of Dettah. Moving from their bivouac site they will conduct a shooting range on the ice on the east side of Yellowknife Bay about 1Skm south of Yellowknife, in John Bay. Live ammunition will be fired as part of this activity and spent shells and other garbage will be collected. 440 (Transport) Squadron may also operate from an austere runway for the I CRPG personnel on the ice. This training will be conducted in accordance with all regulatory and environmental expectations.
3. A land use permit from the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB) under the Mackenzie Valley Land Use Regulations of the Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act will be required for the overnight camping portion of this training. DND has already contacted the YKDFN for use of the Weledeh Site.
Contacts
4. The designated DND point of contact for the environmental considerations of this project is:
Captain 1ames Longaphie Operations Officer, 1 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group Canadian Armed Forces Tel: 867-873-0700 #6784 BB: 867-765-8642 [email protected]
Project Summary
5. Proposed locations during Ex DENE RANGER: (Lat/Long: degrees, minutes, seconds):
a. Camp Site. Weledeh Site (Bivouac) 62° 31.10' N 114° 19' 01";
1/5 b. Range. The range day activity will take place on Great Slave Lake in John Bay 62° 19' l0.22"N 114° 11'44.74"W;
c. Training Areas. The location for the day trip training will be in Yellowknife Bay north shore and;
d. Parade AA. Assembly area 62°26' SO"N 114°21' W.
6. Training Schedule for 2016:
a. 21 Feb - RI Insertion
b. 22 Feb - Patrol Movement
c. 23 Feb - Patrol Movement, Camp Setup
d. 24 Feb - Rangers arrive from their communities in Yellowknife
e. 25 Feb - Live Fire Range
f. 26 Feb - Ranger Olympics
g. 27 Feb - Parade & Display
h. 28 Feb - Redeployment
1. 29 Feb - Ex Complete, camp tear down
7. Location of Camp
a. The bivouac sites to be used: Weledeh Site (Bivouac) 62° 31.10' N 114° 19' Ol"W
b. The camp will be set up to accommodate a maximum of I 60 personnel ( 144 Canadian Ranger, 16 HQ Staff) from 23 Feb to 29 Feb 2016. Participants will stay in 4-person Army tents. Personal portable stoves will be used in each tentfor cooking, with a maximum of I OL fuel used per tent per day.
c. From the 24 Feb 16 a Head Quarters (HQ) will be established at the Weledeh Camp Site while daily activities will be deployed be via LOSV. Supplies, including fuel and water, will be transported daily from Yellowknife via highway 3. All waste (solid, sanitary, sewage, and grey water) will be redeployed daily to the JTF (N) FOL, for disposal using appropriate municipal facilities. 1 CRPG has existing contracts for Waste Disposal through the use of the FOL and PAB agreements.
215 Summary of potential environmental and resource impacts
8. Description of Effect:
a. Bivouac Sites: A bivouac site housing a maximum ~f 160 personnel will be erected on land at the YKDFN Weledeh Site. The bivouac will consist of 40, 4- man Army tents. Personal portable stoves will be used in each tent for cooking, with a maximum of IOL of fuel used per tent per day. Rangers wil1 deploy from the base camp daily via LOSV. Resupply will occur daily from the City of · Yellowknife via highway 3 from the JTF(N) FOL along with daily fresh meals to be catered. Daily removal of waste (Solid, sanitary sewage, and grey water) will occur following resupply.
b. Valued Ecosystem Components Affected: Atmosphere, surface water, groundwater, soils, terrain, ambient noise, vegetation as well as economy and services.
c. Description of the Effects:
i. Atmosphere: Generation of carbon dioxide from the operation of LOS Vs and MOSVs;
ii. Surface: Risk of contamination as a result of vehicle accident, fuel spill during refuelling operations or wastewater spill;
111. Soi1s: Risk of contamination as a result of vehicle accident, fuel spill during refuelling operations or wastewater spill. Risk of thermal contamination due to release of water warmed to heat dry food;
iv. Terrain: Where snow and/or ice cover is light, the movement of vehicles could disturb the active layer, possibly resulting in thawing of permafrost and slumping terrain;
v. Terrestrial Animals: Noise generated by vehicle movement and the daily camp routine could impact upon wildlife;
v1. Vegetation: Where snow and/or ice cover is light, the movement of vehicles and daily routine of the camp could affect surrounding vegetation as a result of treading and the set-up of tents;
vii. Heritage/Historical: Movement of vehicles and daily routines of the camp could damage archaeological or historic sites; and
viii. Economy and Services: All fuel required for the training wil1 be drawn from DND supply facilities. DND will also provide potable water, in the form of ice blocks, for personal hydration and cooking. Solid waste,
3/5 sanitary sewage and grey water will be collected and disposed of using municipal services within the City of Yellowknife.
d. Mitigation Measures:
1. Atmosphere: Idling of LOS Vs and MOS Vs will be kept to a minimum.Vehicles will be maintained in good working order.
ii. Surface: Vehicles will be maintained in good working order. A standard Canadian Forces spill kit will be carried by each MOSV and at the Section level (i.e. I spill kit per 8 Rangers) Spill Standard Operating Procedures will be employed as necessary (see below). All waste (solid, sanitary sewage, grey water) will be redeployed daily to the JTF(N) FOL for appropriate disposal using City of Yellowknife municipal facilities.
iii. Soils: Vehicles will be maintained in good working order. A standard Canadian Forces spill kit will be carried by each MOSV and at the Section level (i.e. I spill kit per 8 Rangers). Spill Standard Operating Procedures will be employed as necessary (see below). All waste (solid, sanitary sewage, grey water) will be redeployed daily to the JTF(N) FOL for appropriate disposal using City of Yellowknife municipal facilities.
iv. Terrain: Section instructors will guide all movements of CF personnel to ensure that areas of concern are avoided;
v. Terrestrial Animals: Section instructors will guide all movements of CF personnel to ensure that known migration routes and known habitat areas are avoided;
v1. Vegetation: Section instructors will guide all movements of CF personnel to ensure that areas of concern are avoided;
vii. Heritage/Historical: The YKDFN will brief the Rangers and Participants on the significant of the Weledeh site on the first day of training in Yellowknife.
viii. Economy and Services: All fuel required for the training will be drawn from supply facilities within the City of Yellowknife. Municipal water from the City of Yellowknife, in the form of ice blocks, will also be obtained for personal hydration and cooking. Section instructors will guide all movements of CF personnel throughout the exercise and to provide instruction to CF personnel.
e. Residual Effects: Information collected from previous military exercises in northern environments confirms that given the implementation of mitigation measures combined with the short duration, limited physical work and the
415 season during which the course will be held, it is unlikely activities will result in a significantly adverse environmental effect.
Containment Fuel Spill Contingency Plan.
9. In the event of a spill during Ex DENE RANGER, CF personnel will follow the JTF(N) HAZMAT Spill Response Plan. Should a spill of any quantity of fuel or hazardous material occur on or adjacent to a body of water, the NWT/NU 24-hour Spill Line will be contacted immediately. Snow contaminated by fuel will be collected in bags, redeployed to the JTF(N) FOL and disposed of accordingly.
Potential Impacts on Archaeological Resources:
10. The YKDFN Site has a historical grounds on location which will be designated off limits to Rangers.
Proof of Involvement of Affected First Nations and Communities in the Area:
11. Each year JTF(N) sends out a forecast of planned military activities which could impact upon the First Nations groups and communities within their area or responsibility. A copy of the Exercise Notification Letter and the JTFN Annual notification Jetter, originally sent out in advance by JTF(N) on December 2015, are included within this application.
5/5 1 CRPG EXERCISE DENE RANGER WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
INTRODUCTION a. Organization
The First Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (1 CRPG} PO Box 6666 Stn Main Yellowknife, NT X1A 2R3
Activity Title
Exercise DENE RANGER (Ex DR}
Activity Description
Each year, 1 CRPG conducts approximately 40 small scale training exercises across the NWT whereby each of its 21 Ranger Patrols is able to maintain its collective skillsets. In addition, the unit tries to run one or two annual collective training exercises that bring together multiple Patrols in order to enhance interoperability, share skillsets amongst Patrols, and further develop unit cohesion. This year, Ex DR will bring 144 Canadian Rangers from 10 communities around Great Slave Lake (GSL} together at the northern end of Yellowknife Bay. Patrols will travel from their home communities by snowmobile along with Ranger Instructors deployed out from the unit's Headquarters (HQ} in Yellowknife. Once arrived, Rangers wilt participate in several activities in vicinity of Yellowknife over three days before returning home. These activities are designed to showcase the Rangers' skills to each other, and to the general public.
Rangers and HQ staff will stay each night at the Yellowknife's Dene First Nation's (YKDFN} Weledeh Site located immediately north-east of the Yellowknife River bridge on Highway 3. This site will be occupied from 23 - 28 Feb 2016 (four nights}. On the first night, only 1 o personnel will be in location. The remaining 150 personnel will arrive 24 Feb. AH personnel will depart the location 28 Feb.
A land use permit issued by the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board (MVLWB) under the Mackenzie Valley Land Use Regulations of the Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act will be required for the course.
The Ex DR campsite will be at the YKDFN's Weledeh Site located at {Lat/Long: degrees, minutes, seconds):
N62° 31' 10" W114° 19' 01" b. Effective Date of Plan
23 February 2016 c. Pollution Prevention Requirements
The Ex DR waste management plan is developed in line with the pollution prevention commitment stated in the Commander Canadian Army Environmental Policy dated 2013; and in compliance with the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board Land Use Permit requirements.
d. Purpose and Scope
The purpose of this waste management plan is to:
i. Protect the components of the environment including land, water, air, wildlife, fish, and vegetation; from significant adverse environmental effect; and
ii. Ensure compliance with applicable federal and territorial environmental Acts, Regulations, policies authorizations, land use permits, and water licences. e. Proposed Location for all Waste Management Activities:
YKDFN Weledeh Site at N62° 31' 10" W114° 19' 01"
WASTE MANAGEMENT PLANNING:
Approximately 15 bags of garbage per day will be ge11erated while camping at the YKDFN's Weledeh Site. Garbage will be collected and transported back to the 1 CRPG HQ at the Forward Operating Location (FOL) where they will be disposed of utilizing existing dumpsters serviced by an ongoing standing offer held by JTFN.
Approximately 1 blue barrel (204 L) of human waste per day will be generated for a total of 4 blue barrels. These barrels will be collected and returned to the FOL for disposal through a standing offer.
Black water collected in bags will be properly stored to prevent spillage. Contaminated snow will be collected in bags and redeployed for proper disposal. Daily removal of waste {solid, sanitary sewage, and grey water) will occur following resupply.
Only uncontaminated water may be released on land. Prior to being released on land heated water will be cooled to as close to atmospheric temperature as possible. Snow contaminated by fuel or sanitary sewage will be collected in bags, redeployed to 1 CRPG HQ at the FOL and disposed of accordingly. Water containing other waste (e.g. food particles) will be stored in plastic bags and redeployed to 1 CRPG HQ at the FOL for proper disposal. Solid waste, sanitary sewage and grey water will be collected and disposed of through standing offer within the City of Yellowknife.
Environmental Aspect Potential Effect Mitigation Measure Solid Waste Improper garbage disposal Removal of solid wastes from sites; and
Disposal using the City of Yellowknife Waste Management Facility.
Soil and Terrain Spills in bivouac Use of spill containment devices (drip trays or pans) or portaberms Suliace and Groundwater for tent heaters, generators and fuel/POL points;
Collection and disposal of sewaae and grey water at appropriate 1 CRPG FOL facilities; and
Proper use and storage of hazardous materials; and provision of spill kits and spill response eQuipment. All waste (solid, sanitary sewage, grey water) will be redeployed daily to 1 CRPG HQ at the FOL for appropriate disposal through existing standing offers.
Waste Management Infrastructure: The City of Yellowknife Landfill (Solid Waste Facility).
Landfarm Requirements: Not applicable.
Solid Waste Disposal Facility: The City of Yellowknife Landfill (Solid Waste Facility).
Sump Requirements: Not Applicable.
Tailings Facility Requirements: Not applicable.
Waste Rock Management: Not applicable.
Sewage Discharge Facility: Not applicable.
Combustion Equipment: Not applicable.
WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN REVIEW AND UPDATE
This waste management plan will be reviewed and updated should there be a change in scope, location or the duration of Ex DR. Periodic review will also be carried out in line with applicable environmental regulations and territorial licences/permit requirements.
Prepared By: Capt Chris Carthew, Deputy Commanding Officer 1 CRPG Reviewed By: Capt Andrew Ngo, Northern Environmental Coordination Officer, 3 CDSG Approved By: Maj Craig Volstad, Commanding Officer 1 CRPG Date Prepared: 13 Jan 2016 Ex DENE RANGER Location Weledeh Site Map A cc c.. ro ~ QJ ~ Vl
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... JTFNO 4000-7
HAZMAT RELEASE PLAN
Identification l1.1 Date oflssue 14 May 2014 1.2 Application This is an order that applies to members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and a directive that applies to employees of the Department of National Defence (DND) employed within the Joint Task Force North (JTFN) Formation.
1.3 Supersession JTFN Standing Order 12-8 Aug 08
1.4 Approval Authority This order is issued under the authority of the Comd JTFN ·-- 1.5 Office of Primary JEngr Interest (OPI) 1.6 Purpose The purpose of this order is to amplify the references in order to ensure compliance across JTFN Area of Responsibility (AOR) on response to Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) release.
-1. 7 Contents • Definitions • General • Release Response • Reportable Release • Reporting Procedures • References • Annexes ----- 1.8 Date of Last Review 14 May 2014 -- - Definitions ------2.1 JTFN AOR JTFN AOR includes the three Northern Territories: Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut as well as the confines of the Hudson Bay.
2.2 HAZMAT In accordance with DAOD 4003 -0 Environmental Protection ______._ a_n_d_S_te_w_ar_d_sh_ip, HAZMATis any ma!erial that, if handled
1/8 ------~------improperly, can endanger human health and well-being, the environment or equipment. Common examples of HAZMAT
I include poisons, corrosive agents, flammable substances, I ammunition and explosives.
, In accordance with Canadian Environmental Protection Act . (CEPA), release is the intentional or unintentional abandonment, deposit, discharge, dump, emission, empty, exhaust, throw, inject, leak, pour, place, release, seep, spill or spray of material into the environment. This includes the jettisoning of fuel by aircraft.
2.3 Minor Spill A Minor Spill is one having a little or no actual or anticipated hazard or adverse impact on person, property, or the environment. Minor spills are short duration and are quickly cleaned up by the party responsible for the spill. They involve contaminants of relatively low toxicity, and the extent of the spill is limited.
, 2.4 Major Spill A Major Spill is one having, or is anticipated to have, Isubstantial adverse impact or hazard to persons, property, or the environment. These spills may range from a small I quantity of a very toxic or hazardous material to a large quantity of a less toxic substance. Containment is often difficult and there may be a potential for future spillage. This category of spill incident also includes those which have a severe local impact or which have the potential for a serious public concern.
Oil and Lubricants For the purpose of this JTFNO, Petroleum Oil and Lubricants (POL), are considered HAZMAT. This includes all forms of vehicle and aircraft related fuels, fluids and lubricants, including glycol.
General
3.1 Exclusions The JTFNO does not cover spill response and release reporting for incidents involving Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) substances, halocarbons (halon and refrigerant gases) or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) ( lamp ballasts and capacitors) ------3.2 Obligations DND is obligated, under federal legislation and departmental policy, to prevent pollution and conduct environmentally ---~------sustainable operations. On a daily basis, JTFN utili~!--~
2/8 ------. ..- - variety of HAZMAT in numerous applications. All DND and CAF personnel shall be aware of the risks associated with handling HAZMAT and ensure that appropriate procedures and protective devices are in pace to guard against negative impacts resulting from accidents. Despite planning considerations, best practices and the existence of precautionary measures, spills happen.
3.3 Spill Occurrence When spills occur, actions to contain the spill and commence I cleanup, must be swift and effective. This JTFNO outlines spill response and reporting procedures I to be followed in the event of a spill occurring on or off DND property within the JTFN AOR. Examples include:
• The accidental release of HAZMAT or unknown substance into a storm drain or sanitary sewer system;
• Accidental releases within a DND building or hanger or on runways, taxiways, roads or other hard surfaced area; and
• Releases from a vessel or container, including releases from civilian and military pattern vehicles, tanker trucks, POL tanks and POL system infrastructure; both on land and water bodies including ponds, marsh areas and streams.
3.4 Spill Notification Upon discovery or notification of a spill, the following action should take place:
• Determine the hazards or potential hazards associated with that particular spill;
• Determine the approximate size of the spill. Note the time and any other information that might be helpful when reporting the incident, and determine if it falls _l_ ___u _n_d_e_r._a _m_i_no_r_o_r_m_ajo_r_s_pi_ll_c_Ia_s_s_ification.
Spill Response
1 Overview -1 Under Canadian Law, personnel must be adequat ely trained] r· with respect to the hazards and response requirements of any product which they are required to handle. Therefore, they --~~ I must-·---- fully understand their limitations in dealing- . with -
3/8 -----· ·--- HAZMAT releases before being involved in any response. No 1one shall attempt to cleanup products which pose a significant I health and safety risk, without the assistance of trained HAZMAT responder.
4.2 Dealing with a Spill Where personnel are sufficiently equipped and capable of dealing with HAZMAT releases, they shall effectively take action, ensuring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all applicable safety procedures. Other resources are available in response to incidents beyond the capability of the Unit or where a significant health and safety risk exists. - 4.3 Initial Response The following procedures apply for the initial response to a HAZMAT release, regardless of size or the agency carrying out the task.
• Sound the alarm (If Possible) and call for assistance (if required); 1
• Isolate the affected area, keeping personnel outside the affected area;
• Ifsafe to do so, determine what the product is and how to respond safely. An Emergency Response Guidebook is available in most spill kits and is the best resource for assisting with this step;
• If possible, remove any injured personnel and treat. In a safe zone administer First Aid and evacuate personnel if necessary;
• Stop or reduce future release;
• Contain the product to prevent any escape into drains, soil or water bodies;
• Cover, neutralize and/or dam up the material in preparation for clean up and eventual removal, using products such as absorbents or other appropriate items which are available in spill kits positioned through out JTFN facilities and DND vehicles;
• Identify Reportable Releases (see section 5) and Reporting Procedure (see section 6);
4/8 • Collect the spilled product and any contaminated material in suitable containers. Examples of suitable containers include plastic pails and double thickness poly bags. Ensure that all containers are clearly identified.
• Note: ASU (N) CE shall be contacted prior to digging on DND Land at 867-873-0700 ext 6909. Northland Utilities must be contacted at 867-873-4865 prior to digging on Yellowknife Municipal land. The City of Yellowknife, Public Works must be contracted at 867- 920-5600 before digging on Yellowknife Municipal land and if the release may be affected municipal drains or sewage. For any others area within JTFN AOR ASU(N) CE will provide appropriate guidance.
4.4 Waste Disposal To make arrangements for disposal of HAZMAT waste, contact the Environmental Coordinator (Env Coord) at 867- 873-0700 ext 6923 or 867-444-0279. Once contacted, the Env Coord will provide instruction related to proper storage of waste on-site until arrangement for pickup and disposal can be made. A standing offer is in place and valid for JTFN AOR with KBL Environmental LTD in Yellowknife. KBL environmental LTD can be contacted at 867-873-5263 for assistance with disposal. NOTE: the standing offer does not cover the collection of contaminated soil and equipment. HAZMATor POL products shall not be disposed of as domestic waste or into storm or sanitary sewers. ------, 4.5 Waste Transport Transport collected HAZMAT substances to appropriate disposal point within the Yellowknife area. The disposal point is City of Yellowknife Solid Waste Facility. All transport of HAZMAT material must be done in accordance with the carrier of dangerous goods road regulations. As per territorial Law a movement document has to be completed, a waste generator number has to be provided and a waste carrier number is required. Contact the Env Coord for all details. NOTE: HAZMAT transportation by aircraft is not covered by thisJTFNO.
4.6 Cleanup Following initial spill response, cleanup or site remediation, 1 the Env Coord will conduct an inspection to determine the I effectiveness of cleanup activities.
• Backfill all excavation with clean material. Before backfilling, ~------~-a2proval must be re~ ive~ from the Env Coord__a_s_s_o_il___ _,
5/8 --- sampling, laboratory results or outside agencies approval might be required prior to backfill.
Repair the container or vessel which caused the release.
Take appropriate measures to prevent the future release.
During the entire process the Env Coord will provide guidance to the responsible Unit.
Reportable Release
5.1 Overview In conjunction with the Spill Response procedures, reports must be completed in accordance with Federal Law, Territorial regulations, and ONO directives.
5.2 Reportable Spills Reportable Spills include any spill in which assistance is , required in dealing with a spill as well as the following:
• Any release experienced, observed or discovered, which has endangered human or animal life;
• Any release experienced, observed or discovered, which has entered a water body, sewer or drain, regardless of size;
• Any release involving ONO personnel or owned assets occurring off ONO property;
• Any release greater that 5 litres in volume; and
• Any release involving acid or a Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) deleterious substance such as mercury, solvents or gasoline
When in doubt as to whether or not the spill should be considered a reportable spill, contact the Env Coord.
Reporting Procedures
6.1 Initial Action Wh;~ a reportable spill occurs this procedure shall be carrieJ out as soon as possible by someone able to collect all details effectively. JTFN HQ shall be contacted within 12 hours.
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6/8 6.2 Contacts During working hours contact JTFN Operations Centre (JOC) , at 867-873-0700 ext 6772. After working hours contact JTFN Duty Officer (DO) at 867-765-8607. The JTFN JOC or DO will complete the Action List included as Annex A.
If a health and safety risk exists, the ground commander shall contact the Yellowknife Fire Department at 867-873-2222 for emergency response, access control and evacuation. In emergency cases contacting 867-873-2222 shall be done prior to contacting JTFN HQ.
The JTFN JOC or DO will contact the Env Coard at 867-873- 0700 ext 6923 or at BB 867-444-0279 with information required in Annex B.
The Env Coord will work with CFB/ASU Edmonton, 17 Wing, 3 Wing or any other DND land owners in order to complete the Unit specific spill report and inform external agencies such as Environment Canada and territorial regulator by calling the Nunavut/Northwest Territories Spill Line at 867-920-8130, if deemed necessary.
ASU (N) CE will contact the civilian contractor to execute site remediation of any major spills. For smaller spill ASU (N) may provide the equipment and personnel to assist with site remediation;
6.3 Environmental The responsible Unit must complete and submit the Reporting Environmental Incident Report (EIR), contained at Annex B, I to the Env Coord and JTFN JOC within 24 hours of a I I Reportable Release. Additional details are to be submitted as information becomes available. The Env Coord will liaise at all times with the JTFN JOC and Chain of Command to maintain Situational Awareness and the JTFN JOC or DO will make the decision as to whether or not a Significant Incident Report (SIR) is reguired. ·~~~~~~~~~-
References
7 .1 Source References DAOD 4003-1 Hazardous Material Management
Environmental Directive ED 4003 Spill Reporting, 1 January 2003
DAOD 4003-0 Environmental Protection and Stewardship
7/8 ~ Hazardous Materials Safety and Management Manual A-GG- 040-004/AG-OOI, 13 Feb 03
7 .2 Related References Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 and Regulations
DAOD 2008-3 Issues and Crisis Management Plan
ASU Edmonton Hazardous Material Management Plan, 1 January 2007
Annexes
8.1 ANNEXA I Action List for JTFN JOC/DO 8.2 ANNEXB I HAZMAT Release Incident Report ~~~~~~~~~~--'
8/8 Annex A To JTFNO 4000-7 21 February 2014
Action List for JTFN JOC/DO
Action Note Wime
Name of Individual I Incident Commander
Telephone NO
,~ Type of Substance (substance spilled I quantity I i.e. 300 gal of diesel fuel) --- .. _ Time of Spill
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Spill Containment Action
'- Water spill (location, lat/long)
Land spill (Jncl11de distance J,-om drains I Aquatic Env I Type ofSwface I Etc)
Weather (Precipitation I Tide I Etc)
Cause of spill l Action taken (Spill Report I Emergency Response I Etc) - Additional Significant info (Media interest I Causalities I Etc)
A-1/2 ~ Action 'Note 11Jlmc
Transfer to emergency response 867-873-2222 (if I nol already re[ported & ifrequired)
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Infonn contact list below
~ onfl,lot-W.iist
JTFN JOC or DO
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Env Coord
1 - JEng - J3 - MP
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Public Affairs
cos - I Instruction:
I. The action List gives guidelines for members that require notifying a HAZMAT release to JTFN JOC or DO in order to gather relevant infonnation
2. JTFN JOC shall complete the Action List upon notification of HAZMAT release notification. lnfonnation included is needed by the env Coord in order to report the spills to regular agencies.
3. The contact List is also a guideline intended for JTFN JOC to notify the right members depending on the situation.
A-2/2 Annex B To JTFNO 4000-7 21 February 2014
HAZMAT RELEASE INCIDENT REPORT
A. REPORT ORIGINATOR
Name Rank Position Unit Section Phone ..___
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Time A/C # or Date Location Material Quantity Equipment {Local) - - Involved - Describe Action{s) in progress when Incident Occurred:
- C. ACTIONS TAKEN
Cl. Notification:
- C2. Containment -··
..___ C3. Cleanup and/or Neutralization:
B -1/3 . I ------~ ~:_~ecovered Amount: ------
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CS. Unrecovercd Amount: ._
C6. Disposal:
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D. DISTANCE FROM POINT OF RELEASE TO NEAREST:
Water Well DND Property Boundary
Catch Basin Surface Water I E.PERSONNELINVOLVED
.-- Name Rank Unit Section Phone ~
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F. PERSONNEL INJURED ----- Name Rank Unit Section Phon e -- I ·-
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B-2/3 G. EQUIPMENT DAMAGED INCLUDE ALL EQUIPMENT USE FOR REMEDIATION rI ------~
B - 3/3 Directorate Land Force Readiness - 033 Continental Operations,
Directorate of Cadets and Junior Canadian Rangers, and
CO RCSU (NW) - 17 Wing Winnipeg. Regulatory Requirements: Request for a L UP from YKDFN, Email notification to all Mackenzie Valley Land and MVLWB. Stakeholders. Water Board (MVLWB) City of Yellowknife, and Land Use Permit (LUP) JTFN CANADIAN ARMED General notification that City of Yellowknife, Notification letter from FORCES EXERCISE National Defence will conduct the Canadian Forces Joint NOTIFICATION LETTER a large winter training exercise Executive Director Akaitcho Task Force North (JTF(N)) to all near Yellowknife, NT on 24-28 Territory Government Great stakeholders. February 2016. Slave Lake Office,
Grand Chief Tlich9 Government,
Chief and Council Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah),
Chief and Council Yellowknives Dene First Nation (N'dilo),
President Northwest Territories Metis Nation, North Arm Metis Council,
North Slave Metis Alliance,
North Slave Region Municipal & Community Affairs,
Environment and Safety Services Branch 3rd Canadian Division Support Group
Real Property Management Defence Construction Canada 3rd Canadian Division Support Group (3 CDSG) Engineer Services,
Aboriginal and Territorial Relations Directorate Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, and
Great Slave Snowmobile Club Notification on agreement Chief and Council Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah),
Chief and Council Yellowknives Dene First Nation (N'dilo), Yellowknifes Dene First Nation Booking Weledeh Site as Yellowknifes Dene First Nation Email and phone Bivouac correspondence Senior Executive Assistant, for Communications between 1 Melissa Mackenzie, Senior Email and phone Chief Sangris CRPG and YKDN Executive Assistant, for Chief correspondence Sangris Meeting in person between Communications between 1 Yellowknifes Dene First Email, phone correspondence, Commanding Officer 1 CRPG CRPG and YKDN Nation, and meeting. and Chief Sangris JTFN COMMSLOG Organization Response Follow·up Ser Date Method Subject Originator Concerns Date r I Group IY/N) IY/N/not reqd) Annual Notification 1 JTFN 06-Jul-15 email JTFN J9 N Nil not reqd Letter Exercise Notification 2 JTFN 14-Dec-15 email JTFN J9 y Location Meeting Request 11-Jan-16 Meeting Letter Clint AmbroseManager, Resource North Slave Regional Office Management (Inspector) 3 Department of Lands 18-Dec-15 email Location Change Restrictions on Ice 11-Jan-16 Meeting North Slave Regional Office v v
Enquiry to book 4 YKDFN 07-Jan-16 Phone call & email lCRPGOpsO none discussed 12-Jan-16 ceremonial campground v v email&!
5 Media 20-Feb-16 Radio, Phone, Email local announcements 1 CRPG UPAR v nil not reqd 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Commander Commandant l+I Canadian Forces Forces canadlennes Joint Task Force (North) force operallonnelle inlerannees (Nord) Evans Building Edifice Evans PO Box 6666, StaUon Main CP 6666, Succ Main Yellowknife NT X1A 2A3 Yellowknife NT X1A 2A3 1003-1 (IGA) • !'f December 2015 Distribution List
CANADIAN ARMED FORCES EXERCISE NOTIFICATION LETTER
The purpose of this Jetter is to provide general notificntion that National Defence will conduct n large winter training exercise near Yellowknife, NT on 24-28 February 2016.
The training will bring together Canadian Rangers from ten Northwest Territories communities to train together, conduct annual rifle qualification and taJce part in a community infonnntion and demonstration day in YeUowknife. Approximately 140 exercise participants will arrive by snowmobile from their home communities and wilJ camp on the ice 3km south of Dettnh.
Moving from their bivouac site the Rangers will conduct a shooting range on the ice on the east side of Yellowknife Bay about 15km south of Yellowknife, at John Bay. Live ammunition will be fired as part of this activity and spent sheUs and all other waste will be collected. 440 {Transport) Squadron may also opernte from an austere runway on the ice. Please see the enclosed map for locations and routes.
This training will be conducted in accordance with all regulatory and environmental expectations.
We would ask that you distribute this notice as deemed appropriate. Should you have any questions or concerns, or require any additional information, please contact Major Conrad Schubert in YelJowknife, Northwest Territories, at: (867) 873-0700, ext. 6078, or [email protected]
Sincerely,
' ~k~ Brigadier-General Commander Joint Task Force (North)
Enclosure: I
1/4 Distribution
City of Yellowknife PO Box 580 Yellowknife NT XIA 2N4
Executive Director Akaitcho Territory Government Great Slave Lake Office, General Delivery Fort Resolution NT XOE OMO
Grand ChicfTf1ch9 Government PO Box 412 BECHOKO, NT XOE OYO
Chief and Council Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah) PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT XIA 2P8
Chief and Council Yellowknives Dene First Nation (N'dilo) PO Box 2514 Yellowknife, NT XI A 2P8
President Northwest Territories Melis Nation PO Box 720 Fort Smith NT XOE OPO
North Ann Melis Council C/0 Northwest Territory Metis Nation P.O. Box 720 Fort Smith NT XOE OPO
North Slave Melis Alliance Box 2301 Yellowknife NT XIA 2P7
Robin Sproule Senior Lands Officer North Slave Region Municipal & Community Affairs PO Box 1320 Yellowknife NT XIA 2L9
214 Michael Gray Environmental Coordinator. Environment and Safety Services Branch 3nl Canadian Division Support Group PO Box I 0500 Stn Forces Edmonton AB T5J 415
Alison L. Poste Technical Specialist. Real Property Management Defence Construction Canada 3rd Canadian Division Support Group (3 CDSG) Engineer Services I 0305 I 52nd Avenue. Room 169 Edmonton AB TSE 2S2
James Lawrance Director, Aboriginal and Territorial Relations Directorate Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada 4914- 50th Street PO Box 1500 Yellowknife NT XIA 2R3
Great Slave Snowmobile Club PO Box 1082 Yellowknife, NT XIA 2N8
3/4 Canadian Ranger Exercise 24-28 Feb 16
•The bivouac site will consist of 20 tents. •All trainingwill take place on lake ice near the bivouac site, not on the land. •All live rounds will fall within the indicated impact area. •A parade on will be held on 27 February from the bivouac site to a site near the ice castle location. •A public demonstration will follow the parade. •Only Naptha appliance and diesel appliances (Yukon stove) will be fueled on the ice. •All waste will be removed from the areas used. - Commanaer Commandant ·l+i Canadian Armed Forces Forces armees canadiennes Joint Task Force (North) Force operalionnelle inlerarmees (Nord} Evans Building Edilice Evans PO Box 6666, Station Main CP 6666, Succ Maln Vellowknlle NT X1A 2R3 VellowknHe NT X1A 2R3 1003·1 (J9} • JD June2015 Executive Director Akaitcho Territory Government General Delivery Fort Resolution NT XOE OMO
JOINT TASK FORCE (NORTH) ANNUAL ACTIVITY NOTIFICATION LclTER FOR 2015-16
The purpose of this letter is to provide notification of planned Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) activities to take place in 2015-16.
Please find enclosed information on planned CAF activities to occur in Akaitcho asserted traditional territory in the Northwest Territories in 2015-16, including:
1. Major Operations and Exercises (Annex A); 2. Royal Canadian Air Force Activities (Annex B); 3. Royal Canadian Navy Actlvllles (Annex C); 4. Canadian Army Activities (Annex D); 5. Junior Canadian Ranger Activities (Annex E); and 6. Cadet Activities (Annex F).
As some of these activities are still in the planning stages, they may change slighlly or be cancelled altogether. Joint Task Force (North) will inform you of any additional activities that may present themselves throughout the fiscal year on a case-by-case basis as applicable.
We would ask that you distribute this notice as deemed appropriate. Should you have any questions or concerns, or require any additional Information, please contact Major Conrad Schubert In Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, at: (867) 873·0700, ext. 6078, or [email protected].
Sincerely,
...... -:·---,.1-.JI G.D. Loos Major-General Commander Joint Task Force (North)
Enclosures: 6 0 0
Distribution
Information
Deninu K'ue First Nation PO Box 1899 Fort Resolution NT XOE OMO
Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation POBox28 Lutsel K'e NT XOE 1AO
Salt River First Nation PO Box960 Fort Smith NT XOE CPO
Smith's Landing First Nation PO Box 1470 Fort Smith NT XOE OPO
Yellowknives Dene First Nation (Dettah) PO Box2514 Yellowknife NT X1A 2P8
Yellowknives Dene First Nation (N'dilo) PO Box 2514 Yellowknife NT X1A 2P8
Kimberly Thompson Director, Treaty Management - West Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada Room 1550, 25 Eddy St. Gelineau QC K1A OH4
James Lawrance Director, Aboriginal and Territorial Relations Directorate Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada 4914 - 5oth Street PO Box 1500 Yellowknife NT X1A 2R3
Deputy Commander Canadian Joint Operations Command National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1 A OK2
2/4 0 0 Commander 1 Canadian Air Division Headquarters PO Box 17000 Stn Forces Winnipeg MB R3J 3Y5
Chief of Staff MARL.ANT HQ 0201, 6th Floor PO BOX 99000, STN FORCES Halifax NS 83G 1J4
Michael Gray Environmental Coordinator Environment and Safety Services Branch 3n1 Canadian Division Support Group PO Box 10500 Stn Forces Edmonton AB T5J 4J5
Technical Specialist, Real Property Management Defence Construction Canada 3rd Canadian Division Support Group (3 CDSG) Engineer Services 10305 152nd Avenue, Room 169 Edmonton AB TSE 252
Dean Nernberg Infrastructure & Environment Issues Management National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1 A OK2
Karen Koster Canadian Forces Real Property Operations Group Assistant Deputy Minister (Infrastructure and Environment) Department of National Defence/Government of Canada 66 Slater Street 8232), Ottawa, Canada K1 A OK2
Division Chief CAOC Strategy Division 1 Canadian Air Division Headquarters PO Box 17000 Stn Forces Winnipeg MB R3J 3Y5
Mr. David Strong A4 CE Infra 2-1 1 Canadian Air Division Headquarters PO Box 17000 Stn Forces Winnipeg MB R3J 3Y5
3f4 0 0 Commanding OHicer CF Land Advanced Warfare Centre PO Box 1000 Stn Forces Astra ON KOK 3WO
Director General Land Reserves National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1 A 01<2
Director Army Reserves 4 Canadian Ranger National Aulhority National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1 A 01<2
Directorate land Force Readiness G33 Continental Operations National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1 A 01<2
Directorate of Cadels and Junior Canadian Rangers National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa ON K1A OK2
CO RCSU (NW) 17 Wing Winnipeg PO Box 17000 Stn Forces Winnipeg MB R3J 3YS
4/4 • ' Annex A - AkaltctC3rrilory Government 1456-42-1 (JTFN J3-2) c ~d:!£2015 MAJOR OPERATIONS AND EXERCISES
1. The Canada First Defence Strategy (CFDS) articulates the need for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) to have the capacity to exercise control over and def end Canada's territory in the Arctic. As activities accelerate in northern lands and waters, the military plays an increasingly vital role In demonstrating a visible presence and In assisting other government departments and agencies to respond to potential emergencies. While other government departments remain the primary agencies for dealing with most northern safety and security issues, they often draw upon the capabilities of the CAF to help fulfill their mandates within a whole of government approach.
2. Joint Task Force (North) (JTFN). therefore, contributes lo the Government of Canada's vision and CFDS direction for the North through Its overarching role of exercising Canadian sovereignty and contributing to safety, security, and defence operations in the three Territories, by coordinating and leading CAF activities In the region. and by liaising with federal, territorial, and municipal partners as well as the citizens of Canada's North.
3. For the purposes of exercising sovereignty and to further the capability of a whole of government response to safety and security crises in the North, JTFN plans and conducts three major operalions each year. one of which may take place in Akaitcho asserted traditional territory In fiscal year 2015-16:
a. Operation NUNAKPUT is a comprehensive JTFN operation that takes place each summer in cooperation with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (ACMP). Other government departments and agencies, such as Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and Environment Canada (EC), also participate.
JTFN will conduct Operation NUNAKPUT 2015 in the Great Slave Lake, Mackenzie River, Beaufort Sea, and Delta regions of the western Arctic from 6 to 23 July 2015. The aim is to conduct a concurrent and complementary operation with the RCMP, DFO, and EC in order to Increase interoperability and to enhance situational awareness of the JTFN area of responsibility using ACAF assets and 1 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (1 CRPG) Canadian Ranger marine patrols. During the operation, 1 CRPG and RCMP personnel wlll conduct interoperability training serials including SAR. Boat Handling, and other similar subjects in order to maximize learning opportunities.
4. Specific information about these and any other operations and exercises that arise throughout the year will be forthcoming in subsequent letters as appropriate.
A-1/1 Annex B - Akaltctt 3rritory Government 1456-42-1 (ACCE'\1")) 0 ~~2015 / lu:.t' ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE ACTIVITIES
1. The following Is for inrormation purposes only and outlines Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) activities planned to take place during Fiscal Year 2015-16. They will be conducted by 1 Canadian Air DMslon primarily 440 (Transport) Squadron (440 T Sqn) in support of Joint Task Force North (JTFN) Headquarters, 1 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (1 CRPG), and federal partners, such as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (ACMP), the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), and the Canadian Coast Guard (COG).
2. The ACAF will also conduct regular northern surveillance flights, presence patrols, and support to federal government partners periodically throughout the year using CP140 Aurora maritime patrol aircraft.
3. In addition, the ACAF will conduct search and rescue (SAR) training periodically throughout the year using various types of fixed wing aircraft and helicopters. On some of those occasions, small group SAR training will take place on or in the vicinity of airports. The training could Involve parachutists, and movement on the land on foot, or via all-terrain vehicles or snowmobiles. There will be times when such training will occur with little advance warning. In all cases, JTFN will endeavour to inform the communities affected as soon as possible before the arrival of SAR forces.
Date Location Unit Approximate Remarks Number of Personnel A November 50 Nautical Miles 440 T Sqn 3 Ski/Austere 2015-April from Yellowknife Training 2016 Airp0rt
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1. Currently there are no Royal Canadian Navy activities forecasted to take place In Akaitcho asserted traditional territory in fiscal year 2015-2016.
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C • 1/1 · Annex D - AkaitcO enitory Government 1'j~015 0 CANADIAN ARMY ACTIVITIES
Arctic Operations Advisor Course
1. National Defence, specifically the Canadian Armed Forces Land Advanced Warfare Centre, conducts its annual Arclic Operations Advisor Course between February and March in various locations across the North. The Course is conducted in two phases: a sub-Arctic phase that takes place in February in areas surrounding the City of Yellowknife, NT, and a high Arctic phase that takes place In March In the vicinity of Resolute Bay, NU, where the students conduct training primarily outside of the Hamlet.
2. The purpose of the sub-Arctic phase is to prepare candidates for operating under the high Arctic conditions they will face In the region of Resolute Bay. The objective is to produce a maximum of 36 new Army specialists per year capable of advising their Commander with regard to the organization, coordination, supervision, and planning of deployment and training in the Arcllc and cold weather conditions.
3. A portion of the course also includes engagements in several Nunavut communities lo conduct Integrated training with local Canadian Ranger Patrols. More detailed information on these activities will be provided in subsequent letters as appropriate.
Yel/owknife Company Training
1. The YeJlowknife Company of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment is a Primary Reserve sub-unit whose members all live in Yellowknife, NT and are employed part-time to conduct mllltary training. Some of this training Is conducted in the Immediate area of Yellowknife. CurrenUy the Yellowknife Company consists of 50 members, but any training event generally Includes approximately 25 personnel.
2. The Yellowknife Company plans to conduct the following exercises near Yellowknife in Fiscal Year 2015-16:
a. 23-25 May 2015, urban operations training on Yellowknife Airport land; b. 20-22 November 2015, basic winter training near the YelJowknife sandpit; c. 19-21 February 2016, a patrolling exercise north of Yellowknife near the North Arm; and d. 12-14 March 2016, a field firing range on Yellowknife Bay in the vicinity of Inner Island.
3. Other training activities may also be conducted in the Yellowknife area throughout the year. All such activities will be dealt with on a case by case basis in subsequent letters as appropriate.
0-1/3 · Annex O - AkaitctCarritory Government io~2015 c 1 Csnsdian Ranger Patrol Group Activities
1. 1 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (1 CRPG) will conduct field Indoctrination training for 20 to 30 personnel twice in Fiscal Vear 2015·16. The first session will take place from approximately 31 August to 18 September 2015 in the Great Slave Lake region within 100 kilometres of Yellowknife. The second will occur from approximately 4 to 15 January 2015 In the same region. This enhanced winter training focuses on building Arctic survival skills and on preparing the 1 CRPG personnel to operate safely and effectively in the extreme conditions of the northern environment, with special emphasis on the use of komatics with snowmobiles. Personnel will also likely conduct live fire ranges as part of the training.
Canadian Ranger Activities
1. 1 CRPG conducts communlly·based Canadian Ranger patrolling within designated communities at various limes throughout the year. These patrols are subject to a number of variable conditions, and as such are fluid in their planning and execution. As a general rule, the location of the activity will be within 300 km radius of the community and the specific location will depend on the information available at the time, training objectives and prevailing weather conditions.
2. The Canadian Ranger Patrols, and approximate number of members within each, are as follows:
a. Fort Resolution, NT (31); b. Fort Smith, NT (21 ); and c. Lutselk'e. NT (31 );
3. All regular Canadian Ranger Patrols will be based on a core component of community members from the local Ranger Patrol group. These may be augmented by Rangers from other nearby communities and/or small contingents of Regular or Reserve Canadian Armed Forces members. Patrol timeframes are chosen by the local Ranger Patrol leadership in cooperation with 1 CRPG Headquarters staff. These will vary based on the requirements of the community and are subject to change on short notice based on patrol members' availability, community needs, and 1 CRPG Headquarters' commitments.
4. Although Ranger activity dates within a communily cannot be forecasted accurately for the Fiscal Year due ta the factors mentioned above, the activities that can reasonably be expected are:
a. Annual Training Patrol - Each community Ranger Patrol will conduct up to two 1O day training patrols per year. These activities occur in the community and on the land. The land deployment lasts 4 to 6 days. and activities focus on enhancement and reinforcement of traditional skills (including the harvesting and preparation of fish and game in accordance with all federal and territorial regulations), navigation, Ground Search and Rescue training, and marksmanship. Junior Canadian Ranger training will precede or follow Ranger training.
0-213 • Annex D - Akaitct( arritory Government io Jt1tf 201s .Jun b. Local Patrolling - Each community Ranger Patrol may conduct one or two 4 to 8 day local patrols to define local routes, practice deployment capabilities, or to investigate an area of Interest to 1 CRPG Headquarters. These activities are generally planned and executed by a local patrol and focus on developing a better picture of terrain, mobility, and any unusual activity fn the local area.
c. Joint Patrolling - Each community Ranger Patrol may expect to participate In one 6 to 12 day joint patrol, which integrates the efforts of several patrols to practice joint response to a community, regional, or national requirement.
5. Canadian Ranger Patrol leaders may participate in Development Phase (DP) Two individual training, which provides them with basic leadership princlples, skills, and knowtedge. Canadian Ranger Patrol leaders are responsible for the training and good conduct of all of the Canadian Rangers in their respective patrols, and are the point of contact for the Canadian Ranger Instructors from 1 CRPG. The course consists of approximately 10 days of training, both in the classroom and on the land. The next DP 2 Courses will likely take place in Yellowknife (location to be confirmed).
6. The respective Ranger Patrol leadership will advise the Royal Canadian Mounted Police of any land or marksmanship activities and will, using appropriate means, make an effort to notify members of the community of planned Ranger activities.
7. Other Ranger activities may be conducted within the community, Including Ranger Joint training ventures, leadership training, or support to other Canadian Armed Forces operations. All such activities will be dealt with on a case by case basis in subsequent letters as appropriate.
Other Canadian Army Exercises
1. The Canadian Army intends to conduct two to four exercises in the North during the winter of 2016 between the months of February and April, in order to enhance the Canadian Army's ability to operate In the high Arctic. The exercises will be comprised of groups of between 150 and 400 personnel. The locations of these exercises have not yet been announced; however, it is expected that one group will return to the Arcllc Training Centre in Resolute Bay, NU. These exercises will be dealt with on a case by case basis in subsequent letters as appropriate.
0-3/3 Annex E - Akaitct( .,,arritory Government 1456-42-1 (CO 1 CRPG) 0 J0.~2015 Jul"\ JUNIOR CANADIAN RANGER ACTIVITIES
1. 1 Canadian Ranger Patrol Group (1 CRPG) oversees a community-based youth program, the Junior Canadian Rangers (JCR), within participating communities. The JCR palrols conduct activities at various times throughout the year within their community and surrounding area. These activities are diverse in nature and duration, but will consist of Ranger skills and life skills development in the community, as well as traditional living activities in the surrounding area Including camping, fishing, and hunting.
2. The JCR Patrols, and approximate numbers within each Patrol are as follows:
a. Fort Resolution, NT (31 ): and b. Lutselk'e, NT (24);
3. JCR activities are very difficult to forecast accurately as activity dates will vary depending on tlmeframes chosen by community members, the availability of JCRs, and community needs. These activities will, as a general rule, be conducted within a 100 km radius of their community if there is a land trip involved. The two basic types of JCR activities are as follows:
a. Locally Generated Activities - JCR activities within the community may be informal and conducted on short notice under the direction and supervision of community adult committees and local Rangers. These may include short land trips in which JCR practice traditional skills including fish and game harvesting In accordance with all federal, territorial, and local regulations.
b. 1 CRPG Headquarters Supported Activities - JCR patrols will receive up to 3 visits annually from 1 CRPG Headquarters instructors. These visits will generally precede or follow Canadian Ranger training and will generally be 2 to 3 days in duration, and will Include a day trip or overnight trip on the land for 1 to 2 days Involving members from the local Canadian Ranger Patrol. During the short land trips JCR may practice traditional skills including fish and game harvesting in accordance with all federal, territorial, and local regulations.
4. JCR may also participate in either Basic or Advanced Enhanced Training Sessions during the year. Both types of training sessions allow deserving JCR from a variety of communilies to come together for about 7 days of diverse training and challenging activities. The emphasis during these training sessions is on the practical Implementation of skills learned during the year and on having fun In a natural, outdoor setting. This Fiscal Year, 1 CRPG will conduct Basic and Advanced Training for approximately 250 JCR, 20-25 JCR leaders, 60 Rangers and 15 instructors from 18-25 June 2015 at the Whitehorse Cadet Summer Training Centre and surrounding area.
5. The respective Patrol leadership will advise the Royal Canadian Mounted Police of any land or marksmanship activities and will, using appropriate means, make an effort to notify members of the community of planned JCA activities.
E - 1/2 · Annex E-Akaltc{':1rritory Government 1456-~1 (CO 1 CAPG) 0 jo stt1f Y 2015 Ju~
6. Other JCR activities may be conducted within participating communities, Including combined patrol activities with several patrols from a region. All such activities will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis in subsequent letters as appropriate.
E-212 ' Annex F - Akaltcho ..(" .ory Government 1085-2.!). (CO RCSU (NW)) 0 ,."1~2015 r. JI)" CADET ACTIVITIES
1. The Regional Cadet Support Unit (Northwest) (RCSU (NW)) supports the Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps (RCACC), Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadrons (ACACS), and Whitehorse Cadet Training Centre (WCTC).
RCACC and RCACS Activities
2. The RCACC and RCACS normally conduct their activities within 100 km of their community between 1 September and 30 June. Attendance is based upon each cadet unit size, and ranges from 1O to 50 cadets and staff. As of February 2015, there are approximately 50 cadets In the Yukon, 150 cadets In the Northwest Territories, and 175 cadets in Nunavut.
3. Each RCACC is funded lo conduct the following activities on the land:
a. one weekend bivouac field training exercise; b. one weekend navigation and trekking exercise; and c. one weekend cold weather or adventure exercise.
4. The RCACC involved are as follows:
a. 2748 RCACC Fort Smith, NT; and b. 2837 RCACC Yellowknife, NT.
5. Each RCACS is funded to conduct two weekend field training exercises on the land. The RCACS involved is 825 RCACS Yellowknife, NT.
Notice
6. RCSU (NW) will provide notice of upcoming land activities as appropriate within thirty days of the event.
F-JJ!' 1/1 Longaphie Capt JA@l CRPG Ops@Yellowknife
From: Longaphie Capt JA@l CRPG Ops@Yeltowknife Sent January-12-16 1:30 PM To: '[email protected]'; 'Marie Hardisty' Cc: Schubert Maj CC@JTFN J9@Yellowknife Subject: RE: Weledeh Site Rental Form Attachments: Weledeh Site Rental.pdf
Good Afternoon Melissa
We spoke briefly last week on the Ranger Patrol Group renting the Weledeh Site. I just wanted to confirm that our request to use your site from 23 Feb to 29 Feb for overnight camping for 160 Rangers from Communities across the Great slave Lake Area, will not have a significant impact with your office. We will be conducting activities during the day out in Yellowknife Bay but require the site for the duration of the seven days due to Camp setup and tear down. Some additional points:
My Commanding Officer Major Volstad would like to speak to Chief Edward Sangris in person at some point the week of 25 Jan, I would like to confirm schedules with you later this week. We have been made aware that the WeJedeh site is a sensitive area and even though most of our participants are Dene we would like to invite someone from your office to give a small brief all Ex participants on the site itself if possible. In addition to the notification letter previously sent by Maj C. Schubert, we have a submission in with the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board to use your site, you may be contacted by the board to confirm our rental will not have a significant environmental impact the Weledeh Site.
Marie
Yes we would like an invoice. Please find the attached Weledeh Site Rental Agreement for signing. I'm not sure if the attachment went through the first time.
Capt James Longaphie Ops 0-1 CRPG Ex 6784 BB (867) 765-8642
From: Marie Hardisty (maitto:dettabadmia@'tkdene.com] Sent: January-12-16 12:47 PM To: Longaphle Capt JA@1 CRPG Ops@Yellowknife Subject: RE: Weledeh Site Rental Form
Hi James, I just spoke to our Finance dept. Sorry we not set up for credit card but however we can Invoice you and you can pay by cheque or you can pay by money order or cash.
Mahsi Cho/Thank you! Marie Hardisty Administrative Assistant Yellowknives Dene First Nation Dettah Chief Drygeese Conference Centre Tel: (867) 873-4307
1 Fax: (867) 873-5969 E-Mail: [email protected]
From: [email protected] fmailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2016 12:31 PM To: Marie Hardisty
Marie - Will you take payment from a Credit Card7
Capt James Longaphie Ops 0-1 CRPG Ex 6784 BB (867) 765-8642
From: Marie Hardisty [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: January-08-16 10:49 AM To: Longaphle Capt JA@l CRPG Ops@Yellowknife Subject: Weledeh Site Rental Form
Hello James, As per our conversation for rental form for the Weledeh Site for Feb 24-28,2016. Please fill in form and either fax or email back to me. If you have any questions please call me.
Mahsi Cho/Thank you! Marie Hardisty Administrative Assistant Yellowknives Dene First Nation Dettah Chief Drygeese Conference Centre Tel: (867) 873-4307 Fax: (867) 873-5969 E-Mail: [email protected]
2 YELLOWKNIVES DENE FIRST NATION Chief Drygeese Government Building, Dettah NT PO Box 2514, Yellowknife NT, XlA 2P8 Tel. (867) 873-4307 Fax (867) 873-5969
WELEDEH SITE RENTAL AGREEMENT
Yellowknlves Dene First Nation (hereinafter called "lessor'') herebv grants "Lessee" permission to use the Weledeh Site as outlined, subject to the Conditions of Rented Premises and VKDFN Weledeh Site Rental Agreement Regulations of this Agreement contained herein and attached hereto all of which form part of this Agreement.
llmeOut: /;;J.00 WELEDEH SITE RATES: PAYMENT METHOD: CHECK ONE RATE & DEPOStT TOTAL DUE OCash O FULL DAY : $400.00 & $400.00 = $800.00 o Cheque O HALF DAY: $300.00 & $300.00 = $600.00 o Money Order Cl Other: -d:(\JO :ce
Hours or operatallon are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM only and evening events require 3 week's notice. Also, Lessee Is not authorized to access the Weledeh Site until a designated Vl Dale: -..:.../?;=--....;:i, Date: ------Conditions of Rented Premises: 1. Rental of site - Lessor rents to Lessee the Rent Premises for 7. Legal Fees - Lessees agrees to pay reasonable legal fees the purpose of conducting the "Event" during the term as Incurred by Lessor In the enforcement of this Agreement. Indicated on the Rental Agreement. B. Assignment - This Agreement and the privileges granted 2. Rental Fee - Lessee shall pay to Lessor all Rental Fees and herein, or any part thereof, cannot be assigned, sublet, or Security Deposits In the amounts and at the times as provided otherwise conveyed by Lessee without the written consent of on the Rental Agreement. Lessor. 3. Cleanup - Lessee shall, upon the conclusion or the Term, 9. Breach of Agreement - Any or the following shall be deemed promptly remove all supplies, materials, refuse, and any to constitute a breach of the terms of this Agreement: other materials from the Rental Premises and shall leave the premises In the condition In which the premises were rented. a. Failure by Lessee to pay any amount of money due hereunder; 4. Indemnification - lessee covenants and agrees to Indemnify and hold the lessor harmless from and against any claims for b. Failure by lessee to comply with any other provision of this loss, damage or Injury, which may arise or accrue by reason of Agreement use by Lessee of the Rented Premises. Further, Lessee agrees 10. Remedies for Breach - Lessor may, without notice, to pay to lessor such costs or expenses, Including, but not lmmedlately re-enter the Rented Premises and remove all or limited to legal fees, Incurred by Lessor on such loss, damage the property and personnel of Lessee and retain as liquidated or Injury. damages any sum or sums Lessor may have received from 5. Security- If lessee defaults the Lessor may use the Security lessee pursuant to this Agreement. Further, Lessor may Deposit to pay any unpaid fees or commissions, repair any recover from Lessee all damages proximately resulting from damage or Injury, or to pay any e11pense or liability Incurred the breach that are In excess of the liquidated damages. Any by lessor as the result of default. such amount shall be Immediately due and payable by lessee. 6. Assumption of Responslblllty - Lessee heteby assumes full 11. Amendment - This Agreement can only be amended by responsibility for the character, acts and conduct or all written agreement signed by both parties. persons admitted to the Rented Premises by the consent of I have read the Conditions of Rented Premises and a1ree Lessee or with the consent of anv person acting for or on to comply to all: behalf of lessee. # "Lessee" Inltfal: Lessor: VKDFN Rep. Jnltlal: VKDFN Weiedeh Site Rental Agreement Regulations: l. The site Is operated by the VKDFN. Rental of the site Is lfmlted 4. A pre-event and post event Inspection may be conducted by to those events that the VKDFN feels reflect the standards of the Lessee and a YKDFN representative to determine existing the VICDFN. The VkDFN reserves the right to reruse to rent the conditions. The site may apply all or part of the security facility and/or to not allow an activity at the faclllty that does deposit to any charges due from the event charges relating to not meet Its standards. The VKDFN Is the sole authority and the clean-up and restoration or the site. The Lessor shall decision maker as to the appropriate standards to be refund to Lessee any portion or the security deposit not used. observed. 5. Lessee asrees to provide for and be responsible for adequate 2. Assignment. This agreement and the prlvlleges granted security, trash and parking services as approved by the Lessor herein, or any part thereof, cannot be assigned, sublet, or during Its rental period. otherwise conveyed by Lessee without the written consent of lessor. 6. No alcohol or any Illegal substances are allowed on the facility premises. 3. lessee agrees to return the site and equipment to Its original condtuon at the end of Lessee's event. Lessee Is responsible 7. Attach a pre-inspection site form and posl-fnspectlon site for deaning the site. Lessee agrees to pay In full for any and form. Both are to be duly signed by the lessor and lessee. all damages Incurred by the site during Lessee's set up, event, I have read the YKDFN Faclllty Rental and cleanup. It Is speclflcally understood that Lessee's RegulaUons and agree to comply to Uabllfty Is not llmlted to the security deposit posted rather the •tessee" Initial: full cost of rep al rand or replacement of all damages. lessor: VKDFN Rep, lnftfaf: