Appendix 1: Notification Material January 2018

CN Milton Logistics Hub

2017 Public Consultation: Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits September 18 – October 31, 2017

Prepared by Kirk & Co. Consulting Ltd. Project Website

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The Milton Logistics Hub is needed to serve a growing demand for household goods in the GTHA, and to help local businesses get their goods to and from domestic and international markets. Milton Logistics Hub

CN Milton Logistics Hub 2017 Public Consultation September 18 – October 31, 2017 Meeting Schedule To register for a small group meeting, please email [email protected] or call 1.800.216.9466. We want to hear from you Registration is not required for open houses. From September 18 to October 31, 2017, CN is seeking feedback on proposed mitigation measures for some of the key topics that we have heard about and assessed to date for the Small group meetings (RSVP) Milton Logistics Hub, as well as on potential community benefits that the Project could provide. Date Time Location

Tuesday, September 26 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive

Wednesday, October 18 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive

Open houses (drop-in)

Date Time Location

Wednesday, September 27 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive

6:30 p.m. to Burlington Holiday Inn – 3063 South Service Tuesday, October 3 8:30 p.m. Road

6:30 p.m. to Oakville Queen Elizabeth Park Community Wednesday, October 4 Learn more and provide input 8:30 p.m. and Cultural Centre – 2302 Bridge Road

Read the discussion guide and 6:30 p.m. to Halton Hills Mold-Masters SportsPlex – Attend a Attend Monday, October 16 complete a feedback form online 8:30 p.m. 221 Guelph Street, Georgetown small group an open at cnmilton.ca or provide a meeting house written submission by email to Tuesday, October 17 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (RSVP) (drop-in) [email protected] or mail.

You can also visit our Milton Information Centre - see details at cnmilton.ca.

How your input will be used The proposed Project is currently undergoing a comprehensive environmental assessment by an CN will consider feedback received during consultation to refine proposed Project mitigation independent joint review panel, under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. measures and potential community benefits. A consultation summary report, summarizing For more information about the proposed Milton Logistics Hub, including a summary of the the input received, will be made available online at cnmilton.ca. CN will respond to feedback Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and fact sheets regarding key studies, visit cnmilton.ca. received in an input consideration memo, which will also be posted online. View the full EIS at ceaa.gc.ca, Ref. Number 80100.

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CN Milton Logistics Hub | Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits | September 18 – October 31, 2017 Newspaper Advertising

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We want to hear from you The Milton Logistics Hub is needed to serve a growing demand for household goods in the GTHA, CN is seeking feedback on proposed mitigation and to help local businesses get their goods to and measures and potential community benefits. from domestic and international markets.

Learn more and provide input Read the discussion guide and Attend a Attend small group an open complete a feedback form online meeting house at cnmilton.ca or provide a (RSVP) (drop-in) written submission by email to [email protected] or mail.

You can also visit our Milton Information Centre - see details at cnmilton.ca.

Milton Small group meetings (RSVP [email protected] or 1.800.216.9466) Date Time Location

Tuesday, September 26 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Banquet Room)

Wednesday, October 18 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Banquet Room)

Milton open houses (drop-in)

Date Time Location

Wednesday, September 27 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Grand Room)

Tuesday, October 17 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Grand Room)

For more information, including a summary of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and fact Publication: The Milton sheets regarding key studies, visit cnmilton.ca. View the full EIS at ceaa.gc.ca, Ref. Number 80100. Canadian Champion

CN Milton Logistics Hub 2017 Public Consultation September 18 – October 31, 2017

We want to hear from you The Milton Logistics Hub is needed to serve a growing demand for household goods CN is seeking feedback on proposed in the GTHA, and to help local businesses mitigation measures and potential get their goods to and from domestic and community benefits. international markets.

Learn more and provide input

Read the discussion guide and Attend Attend a an open small group complete a feedback form online house meeting in at cnmilton.ca or provide a (drop-in) Milton (RSVP) written submission by email to [email protected] or mail.

You can also visit our Milton Information Centre - see details (and full meeting schedule) at cnmilton.ca. RSVP (small group meeting only): [email protected] or 1.800.216.9466.

Halton Hills open house (drop-in)

Date Time Location

Monday, 6:30 p.m. to Mold-Masters SportsPlex – 221 Guelph Street, October 16 8:30 p.m. Georgetown (Gordon Alcott Heritage Hall)

For more information, including a summary of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and fact sheets regarding key studies, visit cnmilton.ca. View the full EIS at ceaa.gc.ca, Publication: The Independent Ref. Number 80100. & Free Press

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Learn more and provide input

You can also visit our Milton Information Centre - see details (and full meeting schedule) at cnmilton.ca. RSVP (small group meeting only): [email protected] or 1.800.216.9466.

Burlington open house (drop-in)

Date Time Location

Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. to Holiday Inn – 3063 South Service Road October 3 8:30 p.m. (Harvester North)

CN Milton Logistics Hub 2017 Public Consultation September 18 – October 31, 2017

Learn more and provide input

You can also visit our Milton Information Centre - see details (and full meeting schedule) at cnmilton.ca. RSVP (small group meeting only): [email protected] or 1.800.216.9466.

Oakville open house (drop-in)

Date Time Location

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. to Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural October 4 8:30 p.m. Centre – 2302 Bridge Road (Black Box Theatre)

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CN Milton Logistics Hub | Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits | September 18 – October 31, 2017 Notification Posters

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Milton Logistics Hub 2017 Public Consultation September 18 – October 31, 2017

We want to hear from you

From September 18 to October 31, 2017, CN is seeking The Milton Logistics Hub is needed to serve a growing feedback on proposed mitigation measures for some of the demand for household goods in the GTHA, and to help key topics that we have heard about and assessed to date for local businesses get their goods to and from domestic and the Milton Logistics Hub, as well as on potential community international markets. benefits that the Project could provide.

Learn more and provide input

Read the discussion guide and complete Attend a small Attend an a feedback form online at cnmilton.ca group meeting open house or provide a written submission by email (drop-in) (RSVP) to [email protected] or mail.

You can also visit our Milton Information Centre - see details at cnmilton.ca.

Meeting Schedule Open houses (drop-in)

To register for a small group meeting, please email Date Time Location [email protected] or call 1.800.216.9466. Wednesday, 5 p.m. to Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm Registration is not required for open houses. September 27 8 p.m. Drive (Grand Room)

Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. to Burlington Holiday Inn – 3063 South Small group meetings (RSVP) October 3 8:30 p.m. Service Road (Harvester North)

Date Time Location Oakville Queen Elizabeth Park Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. to Community and Cultural Centre – October 4 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, 6 p.m. to Milton Best Western – 161 2302 Bridge Road (Black Box Theatre) September 26 8 p.m. Chisholm Drive (Banquet Room) Halton Hills Mold-Masters SportsPlex Monday, 6:30 p.m. to – 221 Guelph Street, Georgetown Wednesday, 6 p.m. to Milton Best Western – 161 October 16 8:30 p.m. (Gordon Alcott Heritage Hall) October 18 8 p.m. Chisholm Drive (Banquet Room) Tuesday, 5 p.m. to Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm October 17 8 p.m. Drive (Grand Room)

How your input will be used CN will consider feedback received during consultation to refine proposed Project mitigation measures and potential community benefits. A consultation summary report, summarizing the input received, will be made available online at cnmilton.ca. CN will respond to feedback received in an input consideration memo, which will also be posted online.

The proposed Project is currently undergoing a comprehensive environmental assessment by an independent joint review panel, under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. For more information about the proposed Milton Logistics Hub, including a summary of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and fact sheets regarding key studies, visit cnmilton.ca. View the full EIS at ceaa.gc.ca, Ref. Number 80100.

CN Milton Logistics Hub | Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits | September 18 – October 31, 2017 Notification Email

FROM: [email protected] DATE: OCT 2/17

CN Milton Logistics Hub Public Consultation: September 18 – October 31, 2017

We want to hear from you CN is currently seeking feedback on proposed mitigation measures for some of the key topics that we have heard about and assessed to date for the Milton Logistics Hub, as well as on potential community benefits that the Project could provide.

The Milton Logistics Hub is needed to serve a growing demand for household goods in the GTHA, and to help local businesses get their goods to and from domestic and international markets.

Thank you to those of you who have already attended our small group meeting in Milton on September 26 or our open house in Milton on September 27. Our public consultation period runs through to October 31 and there are further opportunities to learn more and provide input.

Learn more and provide input: • Attend an open house (drop-in) or a small group meeting (RSVP) • Read the discussion guide and complete a feedback form online at cnmilton.ca • Provide a written submission by email to [email protected] or by mail • Visit our Milton Information Centre: 61 James Snow Parkway, Unit 202, Milton, Ontario, L9E OH1

Meeting Schedule To register for a small group meeting, please email [email protected] or call 1-800-216-9466.

Date Event Time Location 6:30 p.m. to Burlington Tuesday, October 3 Open House 8:30 p.m. Holiday Inn – 3063 South Service Road (Harvester North) Oakville 6:30 p.m. to Wednesday, October 4 Open House Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre 8:30 p.m. – 2302 Bridge Road (Black Box Theatre) Halton Hills 6:30 p.m. to Monday, October 16 Open House Mold-Masters SportsPlex – 221 Guelph Street, 8:30 p.m. Georgetown (Gordon Alcott Heritage Hall) 5 p.m. to Milton Tuesday, October 17 Open House 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Grand Room) 6 p.m. to Milton Wednesday, October 18 Small Group Meeting 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Banquet Room)

The proposed Project is currently undergoing a comprehensive environmental assessment by an independent joint review panel, under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. For more information, including a summary of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and fact sheets regarding key studies, visit cnmilton.ca. View the full EIS at ceaa.gc.ca, Ref. Number 80100.

Thank you.

CN Milton Logistics Hub | Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits | September 18 – October 31, 2017 Notification Email

FROM: [email protected] DATE: OCT 13/17

CN Milton Logistics Hub Public Consultation Update: Have Your Say As part of our ongoing commitment to community consultation, we recently invited members of the public to learn more about our proposed Milton Logistics Hub through a small group meeting and open houses in Milton, Burlington, and Oakville. These events are part a community consultation period currently being held through to October 31, 2017, including three events still to come (see below for more detail).

A small group meeting in Milton on September 26 welcomed members of the public for an interactive discussion about the proposed Project in a roundtable format. Here, participants were guided through elements of the project and were given the opportunity to ask questions and voice potential concerns. The small group meeting format enables participants to have a direct discussion with the Project Director and other project specialists on issues of interest. The unique setting allowed for an in-depth two-way discussion on questions raised by meeting participants.

Three open houses were also held between September 27 and October 4, and provided interested members of the public opportunities to drop-in and learn more about specific elements of the Project by speaking with a wide range of project specialists. The open house format provides a more flexible way to learn about the project on your schedule, at your own pace.

We want to thank everyone who took the time to come and learn more about the Project, and we look forward to continuing to engage with members of the community over the next few weeks. There are still many opportunities to learn more and provide input as part of this public consultation period that runs until October 31, 2017:

Learn more and provide input: • Attend an open house (drop-in) or a small group meeting (RSVP) • Read the discussion guide and complete a feedback form online at cnmilton.ca • Provide a written submission by email to [email protected] or by mail • Visit our Public Information Centre: 61 James Snow Parkway, Unit 202, Milton, Ontario, L9E 0H1

Meeting Schedule To register for a small group meeting, please email [email protected] or call 1-800-216-9466.

Date Event Time Location Halton Hills 6:30 p.m. to Monday, October 16 Open House Mold-Masters SportsPlex – 221 Guelph Street, 8:30 p.m. Georgetown (Gordon Alcott Heritage Hall) 5 p.m. to Milton Tuesday, October 17 Open House 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Grand Room) Small Group Meeting 6 p.m. to Milton Wednesday, October 18 (RSVP) 8 p.m. Best Western – 161 Chisholm Drive (Banquet Room)

The proposed Project is currently undergoing a comprehensive environmental assessment by an independent joint review panel, under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. For more information, including a summary of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and fact sheets regarding key studies, visit cnmilton.ca. View the full EIS at ceaa.gc.ca, Ref. Number 80100.

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CN Milton Logistics Hub

2017 Public Consultation: Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits September 18 – October 31, 2017

Appendix 2: Discussion Guide and Feedback Form January 2018

Prepared by Kirk & Co. Consulting Ltd. Discussion Guide and Feedback Form

CN Milton Logistics Hub 2017 Public Consultation: Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits

September 18 – October 31, 2017 We want to hear from you. Feedback Form inside.

Proposed Milton Logistics Hub (looking north towards Milton) This is an artist’s rendering based on concepts that are subject to change. About CN

Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is a North American transportation and logistics company engaged in transporting over $250 billion worth of goods annually for a wide range of business sectors, including resource products, manufactured products and consumer goods. CN’s network spans from the Ports of Vancouver and Prince Rupert in the west, to the Port of Halifax in the east and the Port of New Orleans in the south, and transports North American goods to markets around the world through CN-served ports. By connecting three coasts with a 35,000-kilometre rail network, CN is able to transport essential goods and products to Canadian and American businesses and homes in the most energy-efficient manner.

CN has been safely operating in Milton for over 100 years, and currently employs 2,400 people in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). One of our core values is to provide the safest environment possible for the public, our employees and our supply chain partners.

1 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB About the Milton Logistics Hub The proposed Project is needed to: • Meet the growing demand for household goods CN is proposing to build and operate a new intermodal hub in Milton, across the GTHA Ontario, called the Milton Logistics Hub. Subject to regulatory approvals, • Help local businesses in Milton and southern Ontario the Project would be built on a portion of CN-owned land, east of get their goods to and from critical markets Tremaine Road and south of Britannia Road. • Alleviate congestion on 400-series highways by The proposed Project would involve the construction of an administrative removing long-haul trucks building, six new yard tracks, the realignment and extension of existing mainline tracks and a truck entrance and queuing area with the capacity to • Support Canada’s international supply chains and keep waiting trucks off public roads. federal trade and climate goals

Halton Waste Management Site

Stormwater management pond and habitat enhancements

Intermodal Administration building Overview of the proposed terminal yard tracks and maintenance garage (looking southeast towards Oakville)

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CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 2 A thorough environmental assessment process – Review Panel

The proposed Milton Logistics Hub is currently The Project was referred to a Review Panel in July undergoing a comprehensive environmental 2015. The three-person panel was appointed by the A summary of the EIS and fact sheets assessment by a Review Panel, under the Canadian Minister of Environment and Climate Change and regarding key studies are available on the Environmental Assessment Act, 2012. the Chair of the Canadian Transportation Agency project website at cnmilton.ca, and the (CTA) in December 2016. The review panel process full EIS is available on the public registry In December 2015, CN submitted an Environmental includes multiple opportunities for public input led at ceaa.gc.ca, Reference Number: 80100 Impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Project by the Review Panel. These public comment periods (Doc. #57). to the Canadian Environmental Assessment are in addition to consultation and engagement Agency (CEAA). The EIS provides comprehensive led by CN. documentation of CN’s extensive technical work to assess the Project’s potential environmental and socio-economic effects. The conclusion of the EIS is that, with proposed mitigation measures, the Project is not likely to result in significant adverse effects, including cumulative effects.

Stages of environmental assessment For more information, visit ceaa.gc.ca, Reference Number: 80100

Project Announcement Environmental Review Panel Ministerial and Project Description Impact Statement Process Decision

Project Description Submitted to CEAA EIS Sufficiency Review Following a positive accepted by CEAA O decision, CTA to issue Panel hearings and report their approval and T Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) to issue their authorization

3 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB We want to hear from you Meeting schedule To register for a small group meeting, please email [email protected] or call From September 18 to October 31, 2017, we are seeking input on 1.800.216.9466. Registration is not required for open houses. aspects of the Project, including proposed mitigation measures and potential community benefits that the Project could provide. Small group meetings (RSVP)

Learn more and provide input by: Date Time Location

Reading this Attending a small Tuesday, Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. discussion group meeting September 26 Drive (Banquet Room) guide (RSVP) or open house (drop-in) Wednesday, Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. October 18 Drive (Banquet Room) Completing a feedback form online at cnmilton.ca or providing a feedback form or written submission • By email: [email protected] Open houses (drop-in) By mail: Milton Logistics Hub – Information Centre • Date Time Location 61 James Snow Parkway, Unit 202 Milton, Ontario L9E 0H1 Wednesday, Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. September 27 Drive (Grand Room) What is in this discussion guide? Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. to Burlington Holiday Inn – 3063 South This discussion guide provides information and seeks your feedback on October 3 8:30 p.m. Service Road (Harvester North) some of the key topics that we have assessed and heard about through our engagement. The Project design and mitigation measures detailed in this Oakville Queen Elizabeth Park Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. to discussion guide were developed incorporating community feedback since Community and Cultural Centre – 2302 October 4 8:30 p.m. the Project was announced, including measures to mitigate or manage Bridge Road (Black Box Theatre) potential effects on: Halton Hills Mold-Masters SportsPlex – Monday, 6:30 p.m. to • Traffic • Archaeology and • Migratory birds and 221 Guelph Street, Georgetown (Gordon October 16 8:30 p.m. • Noise cultural heritage Species at Risk Alcott Heritage Hall) resources Light • Tuesday, Milton Best Western – 161 Chisholm • Fish and fish 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. • Air quality and habitat October 17 Drive (Grand Room) human health In addition, we are seeking your input into potential community benefits that the proposed Project could provide.

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 4 Project components

The Project is proposed to be located adjacent Intermodal yard tracks • We are committed to building a and parallel to the existing CN tracks on land Work pads and container storage sustainable facility that includes solar adjacent to CN’s Halton Subdivision, one of CN’s • energy technology, energy-efficient LED existing mainline corridors in the western GTHA. Electrical communications infrastructure • lighting, rainwater collection from Realignment of existing pipelines that are The Project’s major components include: • rooftops for washing equipment and currently located on the proposed Project site landscaping on-site. • An administrative building, maintenance garage and areas for short-term container storage

• Realignment, twinning and extension Truck entrance Britannia Road Halton Waste of the existing mainline overpass Management Site • A 1.7-kilometre truck entrance road off Britannia Road Intermodal Britannia Road with sufficient queuing yard tracks capacity on CN property to keep waiting trucks off local roads Tributary A First Line Work pads and container storage • An underpass at Lower Base Line to maintain Access traffic flow and facilitate east-west passage road • Naturalization and restoration of fish habitat, wetlands and riparian vegetation Tremaine Road • Vegetation clearing, grading and construction of a 5-metre-high berm/barrier planted with Lower Base Line native Ontario vegetation and trees to blend underpass with the surrounding environment and reduce Stormwater management the effects of noise and light pond and habitat Employee enhancements entrance

• Realignment of watercourses on-site, Indian Administration including Indian Creek and Tributary A Creek building and Stormwater Proposed habitat maintenance management pond and enhancements and N garage habitat enhancements creek realignment • A stormwater management system

• An employee entrance off Tremaine Road Proposed Milton Logistics Hub on CN property This is an artist’s rendering based on concepts that are subject to change. (looking north towards Milton)

5 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB Engagement with communities, local Consultation Topic: The Project governments and Aboriginal groups 1. Knowing what you know now, what is your initial impression of CN’s proposed Milton Logistics Hub? We are committed to ongoing engagement with communities, local governments and Aboriginal groups to continue to find ways to mitigate Neither potential effects of the proposed Project, including working to find Strongly Somewhat Somewhat Strongly Support nor pragmatic solutions and enhancing potential benefits locally. Support Support Oppose Oppose Oppose Shortly after we announced the Project, we opened an Information Centre in Milton on March 28, 2015, which remains open to the public. Other consultation and engagement opportunities to date have included: ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ • Project notifications, a project website, dedicated 1-800 line and email address

• A public open house on July 16, 2015 • Meetings with government agencies, local municipalities and other stakeholders to discuss the Project and seek feedback

• Roundtable meetings with Milton, Burlington, Halton Hills and Oakville Chambers of Commerce

• Additional partnership opportunities in the community

Engagement with Aboriginal community representatives has provided Aboriginal groups several opportunities to discuss interests and concerns, and to resolve issues related to the proposed Project. Members from three First Nations have also been involved in the Project as on-site monitors, and have contributed to the preparation and review of technical reports, including archaeological studies.

A full description of activities and engagements with the public, stakeholders, and Aboriginal communities is available in the EIS on the public registry at ceaa.gc.ca.

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 6 What is intermodal? The need for the Milton Logistics Hub – demand is growing

Common household goods are generally moved in The GTHA is Canada’s containers using multiple modes of transportation largest population area and Expected population growth of the GTHA (ship, rail and truck). An intermodal facility is a fastest-growing region. The 10 Million 10.0 critical piece of infrastructure where we transfer population of the GTHA is 8.0 6.6 Million shipping containers between trains and trucks expected to increase from to efficiently move goods in and out of a region, 6.6 million to 10 million 6.0

facilitating their transport to distribution centres by 2041. Since 2001, M 4.0 Milton and Halton have 2.0 and retail stores. P GTA experienced particularly 0.0 Chances are most of your necessities—including high population growth, 2001 2041 food, furniture, home appliances, health products, representing a 211% and mobile phones, televisions and many other 41% increase respectively. household goods—have been handled by CN at one or more of our intermodal facilities across As population grows, so does the need for CN currently services the GTHA through the North America. household goods coming into and going out of Brampton Intermodal Terminal (BIT). As Canada’s the region. That means more demand for logistics, largest terminal, BIT connects the region with 20 Additional intermodal capacity facilitates warehousing and intermodal infrastructure domestic trade terminals and seven CN-served the movement of goods from coastal ports to move containers of goods. Between 1988 container ports across North America. However, into urban centers such as the GTHA. Increased and 2012, goods distribution, including the BIT is nearing capacity, and CN’s ability to expand intermodal capacity in a growing population transportation of goods, warehousing, wholesale or further increase the capacity of BIT to meet centre like the west GTHA allows for safer, trade and retail trade grew faster than any other growing demand for container goods in the region more efficient and environmentally responsible component of the Canadian economy, more than is severely constrained. transportation of goods. doubling over that time period. BIT will remain CN’s primary regional intermodal In the absence of intermodal capacity, hub, but a second terminal is required to meet the containers would continue to move by One intermodal train can increasing demand for goods and growing market long-haul trucks, increasing congestion transport the same amount of demand in the western GTHA. The Milton Logistics on regional highways and generating four containers as 280 long-distance Hub is expected to handle approximately 450,000 times more greenhouse gas emissions per heavy trucks. CN’s intermodal containers annually at full operation. container than by train. The Milton Logistics network removes approximately 2 million Hub will help facilitate that modal shift. of these trucks from Canadian highways annually, 1 million of which would flow through the GTHA. This results in a 9,510-tonne reduction in greenhouse gas emissions every year.

7 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB Proposed Milton Logistics Hub

Why Milton?

We conducted an extensive assessment of alternative means of carrying out the Project, which included Proposed Milton Logistics Hub assessing the technical and economic feasibility of alternative project sites. In our site selection study, we considered land opportunities in the GTHA based on demand for consumer goods. Following this assessment, options were selected according to their ability to meet market demands, CN operational requirements, safety and environmental protection.

The site in Milton was selected as the best option for providing service to the growing GTHA as it was found to meet the following major requirements of the Project:

• Adjacent to CN’s mainline • Land of sufficient size, grade and configuration to safely and efficiently accommodate container Proposed Milton Logistics Hub and surrounding communities trains moving into and out of the facility

• Close to 400-series highways for N truck-haul routes

• In a region with growing demand for goods near existing transportation and logistics infrastructure Brampton Intermodal • Located in an area with minimal intrusions Terminal on environmental features, such as woodlands and watercourses

• Located on lands planned and designated for employment use Proposed Milton Logistics Hub Lake Ontario

Location of the proposed Milton Logistics Hub

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 8 What are the benefits of the Project?

• CN continues to work with Aboriginal groups Strengthening to identify and take advantage of employment Health and the local, regional and and contracting opportunities associated environment national economies with the Project

• The Milton Logistics Hub would • We believe it is important that improve Canada’s overall access to key we not just mitigate potential effects of the Community domestic and trans-border markets, as well Milton Logistics Hub—where possible, we want partnerships as markets in the Pacific, Atlantic and Gulf coast to help people lead healthier lives and help trade gateways make the environment in the area even better • We are proud to be partnering The Project will not only deliver goods for local • To support these goals, we will: • with Wilfrid Laurier University to support the residents, it will also help local businesses to be »» Work with local government and other Centre for Supply Chain Management, playing more competitive in the global market, making community partners to explore the possibility a role in educating and training people for Milton and the GTHA a more attractive place to of building a bike path connecting new and well-paying jobs in the region’s fast-growing invest and grow a business existing trails in the area, helping families community, and partnering on the annual lead healthy, active lives • The Project would provide infrastructure to World Class Supply Chain Summit in Milton service a growing population and a growing »» Enhance vegetation along Indian Creek and transportation and logistics industry in the • We are also working on a co-op program through Tributary A realignments to increase west GTHA to provide experience and summer jobs for vegetation diversity, increase shade to the students at our intermodal facilities, and watercourses, provide bank stability, and recruiting Wilfrid Laurier graduates in improve water quality and habitat for Jobs and tax revenues for Logistics for jobs fish and wildlife health care, education and infrastructure »» Offset habitat loss to bird species, including the Bobolink and Eastern Meadowlark, by creating improved off-site habitat in Based on the most recent assessment, the Milton • Our economy depends on the safe partnership with a non-profit environmental Logistics Hub is expected to create approximately and efficient transportation of goods. organization 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, including 130 According to the Ontario Ministry of »» Improve flood control along remaineT Road direct jobs at the site Finance (2015), congestion in the GTHA through improved floodplain design • Over the next 20 years, it is estimated that costs as much as $11 billion annually in intermodal oriented development would lost productivity, and this cost is expected »» Work with the University of Guelph on their generate up to $230 million in municipal to increase. Monarch butterfly habitat study revenues to the Halton Region and the Town of Milton, which would help to provide public services such as health care, education and infrastructure

9 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB Consultation Topic: Project Need and Benefits

After reading pages 1- 8 of this discussion guide, please answer the 2b. How important are each of the following benefits and objectives following questions. of the Milton Logistics Hub to you? (Rate each item from 1–5, where 1 = more important and 5 = less important) 2a. Rate your level of agreement with the following statement: More Less Moving goods in and out of the western GTHA by rail is important important preferable to moving goods in and out of the region by long-haul trucks. 1 2 3 4 5

Neither Strengthening economies by expanding Strongly Somewhat Somewhat Strongly Agree nor trade capacity in the GTHA Agree Agree Disagree Disagree ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Disagree Easing traffic on regional highways by removing long-haul trucks ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Helping local businesses be more competitive globally ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Creating local direct and indirect jobs ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Increasing municipal tax revenue for public services and infrastructure ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Providing training and opportunities for students ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Contributing to initiatives that promote health in the community ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Reducing emissions by removing long- haul trucks from highways ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Protecting the environment through Proposed Milton Logistics Hub – Terminal This is an artist’s rendering based on Yard (looking southeast to Lower Base Line) concepts that are subject to change. mitigation measures ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 10 Consultation Topic: Mitigating potential effects of the Project on communities and the environment

If the Project proceeds, we want to make sure we build and operate it in These trucks would account for less than 3% of total traffic on roads in the the right way. Our plan includes a number of measures to ensure the Milton Town of Milton and Halton Region road networks in 2020. Logistics Hub is designed and operated in the least impactful way possible. We recognize that people want to ensure we have a plan in place to Over the next few pages, we provide information about some of the key topics properly manage truck traffic on local roads. we have heard about and assessed for the Milton Logistics Hub to date, and how we are proposing to mitigate or manage potential effects. Proposed Traffic Management Mitigation Measures

On page 15, we want to hear what you think of these ideas, and are Proposed measures to manage adverse effects on traffic include: committed to considering other ideas that you may have. • Notifying the public, working with municipalities and coordinating with local authorities regarding the location and scheduling of construction Traffic Management activities, including temporary lane closures or detours • Working with the Town of Milton to build an underpass at Lower We have heard concerns about safety with respect to an Base Line to maintain traffic flow and facilitate east-west passage increased number of trucks on local and regional roads as a result of the • Building a 1.7-kilometre two-lane private roadway south from the Project. Our goal is that road users (motor vehicle operators, cyclists and proposed truck entrance on Britannia Road with sufficient queuing pedestrians) will be able to move efficiently and safely near the facility. capacity on CN property to keep waiting trucks off local roads The Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Halton Region and the Town of • Working with Halton Region to create a truck gate entrance off Britannia Milton have developed, and are progressively implementing, coordinated Road, as well as an employee entrance off Tremaine Road with a transportation plans that promote active transportation, increased use of public southbound left-turn lane and appropriate signage transportation and expansion and improvement of the road system. • Using the CN Police Service to promote public safety by monitoring truck By the time the Project commences operation, it is anticipated that such traffic and enforcing traffic rules (including on-site speed limits and a no- improvements to the road network will include: idling policy) on and within 500 metres of property owned, operated or • Widening, extension and improvement of Tremaine Road, with a new managed by CN interchange at Highway 401 • Working with Halton Region and the Town of Milton to manage changes • Widening and improvement of Britannia Road to roadway operating conditions resulting from truck traffic, which could • Widening and improvement of the RR25 and Highway 401 interchange include: adjustment to traffic signal control timing and phasing, provision of advisory/regulatory signage, adjustments to the length of left-turn Once operational, the proposed Milton Logistics Hub would generate lanes, addition of right- or left-turn lanes and provisions for pedestrian and approximately 800 truck trips to and from the facility per day. cyclist safety

11 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB Noise Light

A study was conducted to establish existing ambient sound levels A survey of existing ambient light was completed in 2014, within the proposed Project area. A noise assessment was conducted followed by an assessment of potential light effects at receptors around the to determine potential changes to sound levels due to the Project and proposed Project area. It is expected that there would be minimal impacts from to identify mitigation measures to reduce noise that may occur from temporary site lighting during construction as nearly all work will occur during construction and operation. daytime hours. Operation of the terminal would add some background light to the area, but it is expected that this would not exceed acceptable guidelines for Existing ambient sounds were found to be mainly related to human activity light impacts on nearby receptors. such as vehicle and rail traffic along the existing rail corridor. The noise assessment considered stationary sources of sound (such as generators) Proposed Light Mitigation Measures associated with Project operation and mobile sources such as train, truck and crane movements associated with operation and construction. Measures to reduce the amount of light that can be seen in the surrounding area include: The assessment determined that, with noise mitigation measures in place, noise effects from the Project would be within acceptable levels specified by the • Using downward directed lighting of active work areas, with relevant guidelines, including Federal Transit Administration and Health Canada. adjustable cut-off shields on lighting fixtures to minimize light spill from the Project area Proposed Noise Mitigation Measures • Constructing earthen berms planted with native Ontario vegetation and Measures to reduce the amount of noise from the Milton Logistics Hub include: trees; the berms and elevated vegetation would create shading elements to reduce the effects of light from the Project • Building raised earthen berms or barriers planted with native Ontario vegetation to blend into the surrounding environment and reduce the • Turning off lighting in areas not being used for active construction or effects of noise operational activities

• Scheduling construction activities during daytime hours, where possible • Using only enough light for safety and security where specifically required during operation • Notifying nearby residents regarding significant activities during construction

• Using construction and terminal equipment fitted with muffler systems for their internal combustion engines

• Completing an acoustic audit once the terminal is operational

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 12 Air Quality and Human Health Archaeology and Cultural Heritage

We are committed to ensuring the health and safety of our Archaeological assessments have been conducted in coordination employees and of the communities in which we operate. We conducted an air with Aboriginal communities, and a cultural heritage assessment was also quality assessment to analyze how emissions from construction and operation conducted in the vicinity of the proposed Project. Archaeological assessments may affect current air quality conditions in the vicinity of the proposed Project. confirmed the presence of archaeological resources in the Project area, and The main emissions sources associated with the Project would be locomotives, measures have been proposed to mitigate potential effects on those resources. non-road equipment, stationary equipment (generators) and trucks. Through the cultural heritage assessment, where a heritage value or interest was identified, the resource was mapped and an analysis of anticipated In conjunction with the air quality assessment, a Human Health Risk effects was completed. Assessment (HHRA) was conducted to evaluate potential health risks associated with exposure to emissions. The results of the HHRA indicate that project- Proposed Archaeology and Cultural Heritage related emissions are not expected to result in changes to human health Mitigation Measures between current conditions and with the proposed Project. Potential effects on archaeological and cultural heritage resources would Proposed Air Quality Mitigation Measures be mitigated by:

Proposed measures to reduce emissions include: • Completing all necessary archaeology studies, including carefully removing and documenting all archaeological artifacts prior to construction to ensure • Implementing measures to control emissions, including a no-idling long-term protection of resources that could be affected by construction policy during construction and operation including Automatic Engine Start Stop technology on all locomotives • Implementing an Archaeological Resources Protection Plan, a worker education program and Archaeological Chance Find Protocol • Using equipment with low emissions and high fuel combustion efficiency engines • Avoiding disturbance of cultural heritage resources, which may involve installing a barrier or fencing as a protective buffer, wherever practical, to • Properly maintaining equipment and using ultra-low sulphur fuel, reduce potential vibration effects on nearby cultural heritage features where applicable • Committing to stop construction immediately within a 20-metre radius • Controlling dust and minimizing activities that generate dust during if an archaeological resource is discovered until additional mitigative construction and operation measures are taken to protect the resource

• Monitoring fugitive dust at selected off-site locations • Continuing to engage with local Aboriginal communities, including their • Streamlining the operation process where applicable so that outbound contributing to archaeological work and providing contextual knowledge trucks can travel less distance on-site and expedite the container handling of the artifacts identified turnaround time, reducing idling

13 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB Fish and Fish Habitat Migratory Birds and Species at Risk

Assessments of fish and fish habitat considered the potential The protection of wildlife, including migratory birds and Species environmental effects of the proposed Project on creeks and tributaries at Risk (SAR), is an important part of planning for the Project, and measures in the Project area (Indian Creek and its tributaries), including have been proposed to mitigate potential effects. effects on water quality, fish habitat, fish mobility, migration and passage, and fish mortality. Assessments involved determining the presence of, and potential effects of, the Project on migratory birds and SAR including Bobolink, Eastern Meadowlark, Potential effects to fish and fish habitat associated with Project construction Barn Swallow, Little Brown Myotis bat, Snapping Turtle and Eastern Wood- and operation would be managed through the implementation of proposed Peewee. With proposed habitat offsetting and the implementation of mitigation measures and an offsetting plan approved by DFO. mitigation measures, the Project is not expected to cause measurable effects to migratory birds or to the local and provincial SAR populations. Proposed Mitigation and Offsetting Measures for Fish and Fish Habitat Proposed Mitigation and Offsetting Measures for Migratory Birds and SAR Mitigation measures for fish and fish habitat include: Proposed measures to mitigate adverse effects to migratory birds and • Implementing an environmental protection plan to reduce the risk of SAR include: impacts during construction and operation, as well as a spill response and • Providing employees with sensitivity education for on-site wildlife contingency plan encounters • Avoiding in-water work during sensitive fisheries timing windows • Scheduling vegetation clearing outside of breeding seasons • Conducting fish salvages with qualified aquatic biologists, where required • Installing fencing near sensitive areas to ensure avoidance during construction and operation • Realignment, naturalization and enhancement of Indian Creek and • Conducting turtle/amphibian rescues prior to in-water work Tributary A using natural design principles • Securing and managing off-site grassland habitat to offset the loss • Installing and monitoring sediment and erosion controls during all phases of similar on-site habitat anticipated during construction of construction • Enhancing habitat for wetland birds, as well as turtle habitat in Indian • Managing surface runoff and drainage with diversion ditches, culverts and Creek and on-site ponds stormwater management ponds • Retaining natural habitat features to provide nesting opportunities, where possible • Integrating oil-grit separators and shut-off valves in the design of the stormwater management system to reduce risk of accidental spills to the • Implementing speed limits on internal roads to minimize risk to birds downstream environment • Shielding outdoor lights to minimize light spillage beyond the required areas

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 14 Consultation Topic: Proposed Mitigation

3a. After reading pages 11-14 regarding key topics and proposed 3b. Please provide any comments you have related to the topics on mitigation measures, how important to you are the following in pages 11-14, or note any additional mitigation ideas that you relation to the Project? (Rate each item from 1–5, where may want CN to consider in relation to these topics. 1 = more important and 5 = less important)

More Less important important

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Managing the effects of traffic on local roads during project construction and operation ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Mitigating the effects of noise during project construction and operation ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Mitigating the effects of light during project construction and operation ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Ensuring there is no change to air quality as a result of the Project ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Protecting archaeological and cultural heritage resources ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Mitigating and offsetting effects to fish and fish habitat ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Mitigating and offsetting effects to migratory birds and species at risk ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

15 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB Consultation Topic: Additional Community Benefits

Along with the benefit of creating jobs, economic growth and other social 4a. Please rank the following potential community benefits in order of benefits that would result from building the Milton Logistics Hub, we are preference. (Rank the item from 1–5, where 1 = most important committed to bringing additional benefits to the community. We believe that and 5 = least important) it is important to be good neighbours and to share in the benefits that would come from the Project. Rank Potential Community Benefit We want to hear from you about what you might like to see as an additional (1–5) community benefit. In advance of this consultation period, we have put our ear Contribution to a proposed university to the ground and listened for ideas that we think might be of interest to the community. Some of these ideas include: Contribution to Milton Education Village • A partnership or contribution to the proposed university campus in Milton Community and non-profit sponsorships • A contribution to the Milton Education Village Additional investment in transportation infrastructure • Sponsorship of community and non-profit initiatives Investment in recreation infrastructure • Additional investment in local transportation infrastructure (e.g. cycling path/walking trail/athletic fields) • Investment in recreation infrastructure such as a cycling path, walking trail or athletic fields 4b. Are there any additional potential community benefits that you would like us to consider?

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 16 Consultation Topic: The Project Additional Comments

5. After reading this discussion guide and feedback form, how 6. Please provide any additional comments you may have regarding would you rate your level of support for CN’s proposed Milton any aspect of the proposed Milton Logistics Hub. Logistics Hub?

Neither Strongly Somewhat Somewhat Strongly Support nor Support Support Oppose Oppose Oppose

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17 CN | MILTON LOGISTICS HUB How input will be used About you (optional):

Following this consultation round, a report will be prepared Name: summarizing input received. The consultation summary report Organization (if applicable): will be posted to cnmilton.ca. Position (if applicable): Input will be considered, along with technical and financial information, as CN refines mitigation measures and determines Email: potential community benefits. Phone:

In addition, we encourage you to provide feedback directly to the CEAA Review Panel by visiting ceaa.gc.ca.

Any personal contact information you provide to CN Rail on this form is collected and protected in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and CN Rail’s privacy policy. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project and/or the information collection undertaken on this form, please contact the project team at [email protected] or 1.800.216.9466.

You can return feedback forms: Online: cnmilton.ca By email: [email protected] By mail: Milton Logistics Hub – Information Centre 61 James Snow Parkway, Unit 202 Milton, Ontario L9E 0H1

CONSULTATION REGARDING MITIGATION MEASURES AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS | SEPTEMBER 18 – OCTOBER 31, 2017 18 Visit us online: cnmilton.ca Visit our Information Centre: Sign up for project updates at Email us: [email protected] 61 James Snow Parkway, Suite 202 cnmilton.ca Milton, ON L9E 0H1 Call us: 1.800.216.9466 Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. N

CN Milton Logistics Hub

2017 Public Consultation: Mitigation Measures and Community Benefits September 18 – October 31, 2017

Appendix 3: Small Group Meeting Notes January 2018

Prepared by Kirk & Co. Consulting Ltd. Page 1 of 5 CN Milton Logistics Hub Public Consultation September 18 – October 31, 2017 Small Group Meeting – Milton, Ontario SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 TIME: 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: BEST WESTERN MILTON

Wendy Roberts Stacey Newman Sev Canzona Rick Cleveland Jenn Meyer Curt Benson ATTENDEES John Meyer Leo De Meo Odete Cortinitas Nancy Mott Rafiq Qutub Darren Reynolds, CN CN PROJECT TEAM Drew Redden, CN Luanne Patterson, CN Al Legett, Stantec CONSULTANTS Robert McBride, BA Group FACILITATOR Judy Kirk, Kirk & Co. Consulting Sam Oliphant, Kirk & Co. Consulting NOTE TAKER Elizabeth Young, Kirk & Co. Consulting KEY THEMES 1) Participants expressed concern that CN could decide to transport dangerous goods in containers in greater quantities than the agreed design. 2) Participants expressed concern about increasing truck traffic congestion and routing of traffic as a result of the facility. 3) Participants expressed concern about the location of the intermodal site, and suggested that CN should/could work with Milton to find an alternate site. 4) Participants said that they understood and accepted that the CN Milton Logistics Hub is needed to support growing demand in the GTHA and across Canada. Introductions • Judy Kirk (Kirk & Co.) welcomed participants and explained that the format of the meeting would be to walk through the discussion guide and take questions throughout the meeting. • CN provided a safety briefing, highlighting emergency response protocols for the meeting. Project Overview • CN walked participants through the discussion guide and provided an overview of the proposed Milton Logistics Hub, including information about CN and intermodal; the need for the project; the environmental assessment process; and project-specific information including components, site selection and proposed mitigation. Discussion: Movement of goods • One participant asked whether any dangerous goods would be moved through the facility.

CN responded that intermodal goods may include items considered dangerous goods, like paint or paint thinner, found in stores like Home Depot. • One participant asked how containers are moved within the facility.

CN responded that containers are moved by cranes from trucks to trains, and vice versa. • One participant asked for clarification on whether a tanker train could be transferred through the facility.

CN responded that, while tankers do travel on the mainline, the proposed logistics hub is designed to accommodate intermodal trains only. • Participants asked if it’s possible a different product could be brought on a train entering the facility under current regulations, and whether this could change in future.

CN responded that they are required to follow regulations and they cannot speculate on future regulations. The intermodal network is dedicated to intermodal trains, and there are no plans to move anything but intermodal goods at this facility. CN Milton Logistics Hub Small Group Meeting Notes September 26, 2017 Milton Page 2 of 5

• One participant asked whether CN has provisions in place in case of an incident.

CN responded that all terminals have emergency response plans, and this is part of the environmental review. CN is mandated to share information regarding the contents of trains with emergency officials, is committed to working safely, and offers training with emergency officials. • One participant asked whether CN currently carries hazardous goods through Milton.

• CN responded that these trains will continue to run on the mainline, but would not stop at the Milton Logistics Hub. Discussion: Site selection CN continued through the discussion guide, noting that site selection was based on a number of requirements.

• One participant cited North Milton as another option, noting it is not a residential area and there is flat land with an open road to 401. The participant expressed that the North Milton site meets the town’s needs better, and that the project is not suitable for the proposed (South Milton) location.

CN responded that the South Milton location best met the criteria, and the North Milton site did not meet the criteria for the grade needed to operate a logistics hub. • One participant expressed that the South Milton site meets CN’s cost and project criteria, but does not take into account the impact on neighbourhoods, traffic/congestion, or quality of life. The participant expressed that proposed mitigations are not adequate, and that the area is not zoned for heavy industry, as it is adjacent to neighbourhoods and greenspace.

• The same participant noted that intermodal is more environmental than truck transportation, and that growth in the area is driving the need for consumer goods. They said the community is not opposed to intermodal or CN, but to the location. The participant expressed that CN has not adequately considered alternative sites. • One participant expressed that CN has not considered the wellbeing of the community, noting that the community is a different place than it was 20 years ago. • One participant noted that the proposed location is close to 400-series highways, but only to the 407, and suggested third-party truckers would instead go through communities, where congestion is already a problem. • The participant said their understanding is that CN told the Town the land would be used for other opportunities, and the Town built homes, which are now too close to the facility. Discussion: Traffic CN highlighted project benefits and mitigation measures, including traffic management, in the discussion guide. • One participant asked what the Review Panel has said to date with respect to mitigation measures, in relation to traffic and recent studies.

CN responded that the Panel is currently reviewing the EIS, and CN is responding to the Panel’s questions on different aspects of the project. A study related to traffic and safety was undertaken by independent consultants and submitted to the panel.

Judy Kirk noted that CN cannot speak to the panel process, nor for CEAA and CTA.

BA Group described the three separate reports undertaken, and offered to answer specific questions related to these reports. • One participant expressed concern about pedestrians crossing Tremaine; about emerging land uses, such as the university; the assumption that roads would be in place, and whether the facility would open if roads are not in place; and what monitoring would be done to ensure, for example, speeds are being respected by trucks at roundabouts.

CN responded that the project is going through a comprehensive process that will include a series of conditions if approved. Many trucks are not under the care and control of the facility, but provisions would be in place, such as a biometric gate at the terminal, which includes warnings if trucks do not follow rules of local roads.

BA Group noted that they used the best information available related to rates of traffic growth, and produced a set of projections that shows large traffic growth on base volumes, which are already increasing. BA stated that traffic will increase on Tremaine whether or not CN is there. The Region has said that the arterial road is designed to accommodate trucks.

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• One participant questioned whether CN would open the facility if the roads are not ready.

CN responded that they continue to have those discussions with the Region and Town.

BA Group noted that the roads are being designed to accommodate growth in the area, and those projects are anticipated to be complete in 2020/21, based on most recent consultations with the Region. • One participant noted that the Region was operating on the premise that the Milton Logistics Hub would not go ahead, that some documents being referenced by CN go back to the early 2000s, and that CN did not plan a facility like this.

CN responded that what was submitted to the Region in 2008 was for a rail-served industrial park. There has been a change in style of goods movement from 2008 to now, from boxcar to containers, and a lot of intermodal growth has taken place because it is efficient. CN has seen a shift in mode and is trying to respond to that demand from the community. • One participant expressed concern with trucks using the roundabout, going to 401 on Tremaine, and asked how the interchange at Highway 25 comes into play.

BA Group noted their assessment shows most trucks come from the east to get to 401. They looked at Tremaine, regional road 25, Tremaine over to 25, and James Snow Parkway, and compared distance, travel time, number of traffic signals, turns, bike lanes, etc. This assessment determined that Tremaine is the best route, and it is unlikely that all trucks will go on one route. • One participant expressed concern about trucks driving around the city.

CN noted that the regional road network is designed to accommodate trucks. • One participant expressed concern about a shortage of experienced truck drivers, and an increase in inexperienced drivers. The participant questioned whether the indicated 3% increase in truck traffic refers to Milton as a whole, and expressed concern about the impact of trucks on local traffic. The participant noted that the 3% increase is based on the proposed 400-acre facility, and questioned how CN would mitigate truck traffic should the facility become larger in future.

CN confirmed that there would be up to 800 trucks to and from the facility daily. • One participant noted that there are already traffic concerns on Britannia, and the roundabout is not meant to accommodate truck traffic.

• One participant expressed concern that traffic makes it difficult to reach the 401, and trucks slow down traffic. Th e participant questioned whether modelling took into consideration the effects of truck traffic with the proposed university campus and with public transit.

BA Group responded that they looked at effects of the proposed facility during peak traffic times, and considered planned improvements to the roads, including the widening of Britannia and the effects of trucks in that context. Already, due to construction and other employment uses in the area, trucks are increasing on the roads; trucks from CN’s facility would mix with those already there. Away from the facility entrance, trucks would be diffuse and less noticeable. BA noted that they compared other potential employment uses of the site, and that almost every other potential employment use would generate more traffic than an intermodal terminal. • One participant noted they have dedicated a lot of time to understand the issues. The participant said they have seen traffic around BIT and have spoken to people who are impacted by traffic in neighbourhoods away from that terminal. The participant said that the proposed Milton site is across the road from homes, adjacent to a university campus and against the escarpment, and the community is concerned about traffic.

• The same participant noted that mitigation measures are inadequate, and referenced an environmental consultant who said berms would need to be 120-feet high to adequately mitigate effects.

• The same participant noted the City of Mississauga had a symbolic vote in support of Milton because they did not want the traffic and increased resources, such as emergency personnel, coming out of their tax dollars.

• The same participant suggested that the 1000 jobs would be for truck drivers and not in the local community, and that the proposed facility would bring employment density to almost 29% less than it should be per hectare, (per the regional plan of Halton and Ontario’s Places to Grow Act).

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• The participant questioned why CN does not make a concerted effort to listen to communities about what they wish to have present in their municipalities, rather than talking about mitigation.

CN responded that they want to work with the community, hear concerns, and help explain what is in the EIS, so participants can provide feedback on how CN can address those concerns.

• The participant said the only mitigation measure would be to move the facility somewhere more appropriate, and that this is about Canadian communities having the right to decide what type of facilities are allowed in their borders. • One participant noted that quality of life is not mentioned in the documentation. The participant said that CN should be transparent about potential impacts, stating that 800 trucks = 1600 trips, and questioning what 3% of traffic means. The participant expressed that they would not fill in the feedback form and that they have strength as a group in this forum. • One participant noted that the Halton Region is participating in the panel review process, outlining concerns and providing the Panel with suggestions where they felt the EIS was not sufficient. Without taking a formal position, they have expressed reasons why they remain concerned, and feel their concerns have not yet been addressed. The participant expressed appreciation for this forum, and noted it is important for them to hear feedback directly from the community, and to bring it back to the Region. • One participant expressed concern that CN is not working with the Town. The participant clarified they are not opposed to the project, just to the proposed location. The participant said CN should work with the Town, Region and Province, not just follow federal guidelines. • One participant asked whether CN would respond to comments, and how.

CN responded that there are two avenues – comments that go to the Panel shape the questions that they ask CN. CN also takes feedback through consultation – for example, feedback on traffic led CN to engage BA for further studies. Feedback from this consultation period will be consolidated in a summary report and posted online, along with a consideration memo. CN noted this process is intended to provide information, answer questions and be transparent. • One participant noted that in a similar process with the Town and Region, there was not the same openness and transparency that there has been with CN. The participant said they still have concerns about traffic, and thanked CN for hosting the meetings. The participant expressed concern about some comments made by other participants, and expressed appreciation for CN’s respectful engagement with the public and with Indigenous groups. • One participant expressed that communities do not have the same ability as Indigenous groups to consult at the federal level, and suggested that the concerns being expressed in this forum will not change anything. The participant asked whether CN project team members would be happy to live near the proposed site. • One participant noted that they were provided funding from CEAA to form their feedback, and reiterated concern about a lack of transparency, noting that they have consulted with local and non-local experts on the EIS and they keep coming up against challenges. The participant expressed that they have asked for transparency and accurate numbers, and suggested that the proposed berms, for example, are inadequate mitigation. The participant expressed that they want CN to listen to the community and to understand that the community has expressed opposition to this location. The participant noted that they respect CN’s business and history, and that intermodal is good for the national economy and transportation network; but it is not good for the community at this location. • One participant suggested that CN should treat the community with the respect they give to Indigenous groups. The participant questioned whether CN is engaging with institutions, culture, history and government, including Halton Region and Town of Milton. The participant also questioned whether the Town of Milton is supporting the project.

CN responded that they engage with every community they are a part of, including Halton Region and Town of Milton. CN noted they are offering the same level of communication with those groups and with different levels of government; while CN is a federally regulated company, they strive to be good neighbours and partners throughout the process. Proposed mitigation measures came out of a discussion with the Region and the community. CN will continue to engage and work with community partners, and they are maintaining a dialogue with the Town to better understand their concerns and how they can work together to mitigate those concerns. • One participant expressed concern that CN did not ask the Town of Milton, but rather told them about the project.

CN responded that in 2008, they provided an application while the Regional Official Plan was in progress. Through 2008 and 2009, the market shifted; now, CN is proposing a project that addresses current needs of the community and the region. • A participant stated for clarification that those needs are of the GTHA, not of Milton or Halton.

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CN stated that the driver behind the need for more inland capacity is the consumption of goods – such as food and consumer goods sold in stores. The demand is based on population growth in Milton and Halton; the proposed infrastructure is intended to help alleviate the congestion in terms of moving goods in and out of the Halton region. Discussion: Community benefits and additional comments CN noted that some options for potential community benefits have been highlighted, which have been discussed with community partners, and CN wants to hear feedback on what would be of interest to participants. • A participant noted it is unlikely that anyone at the table would disagree there is a need for this type of facility, based on the growing economy and population in the region, and as a community they recognize that these facilities have a benefit and a purpose. The participant expressed that they do not want the facility at this specific location, near houses; there are industrial zoned areas in Milton that are closer to the highway, with access to the mainline. While it may be more expensive to grade those sites, this would show that CN is willing to work with the community to find a solution that works for everybody. Judy Kirk and CN thanked everyone for their participation in the meeting, and encouraged people to complete feedback forms, ask questions and continue to participate in the consultation.

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CN Milton Logistics Hub Public Consultation September 18 – October 31, 2017 Small Group Meeting – Milton, Ontario OCTOBER 18, 2017 TIME: 6:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M. LOCATION: BEST WESTERN MILTON

Ariah Tell Mabel Watt Branko Radisic Maggie Chan ATTENDEES Devinder Gill Robert Visentin Eric Chan Satnam Dhaliwall Gurmeet Sidhu Thomas Padin Darren Reynolds, CN CN PROJECT TEAM Drew Redden, CN Luanne Patterson, CN Al Legett, Stantec CONSULTANTS Robert McBride, BA Group FACILITATOR Judy Kirk, Kirk & Co. Consulting NOTE TAKER Elizabeth Young, Kirk & Co. Consulting KEY THEMES 1) Participants expressed concern about the volume of trucks coming in and out of the terminal each day (800 trucks per day). 2) Participants expressed concerns about potential light and noise impacts from the proposed project. 3) Participants had questions about how the local road network will operate with planned upgrades, including traffic circles. 4) Participants expressed concerns about the number of trains and the growth in length of trains resulting from the proposed project. 5) Participants suggested interest in economic benefits to the local trucking community. Introductions • Judy Kirk (Kirk & Co.) welcomed participants and encouraged participants to complete feedback forms in writing or online. She informed participants that the consultation summary report will include all of the feedback from the meetings and written submissions and feedback forms. • CN provided a safety briefing, highlighting emergency response protocols for the meeting. Project Overview • CN walked participants through the discussion guide and provided an overview of the proposed Milton Logistics Hub, including information about CN and intermodal; the need for the project; the environmental assessment process; and project-specific information including components, site selection and proposed mitigation. Discussion: Project Benefits • One participant asked for an overview of track expansion in Milton.

CN responded that there will be three service tracks off the main line; adjacent to that there will be three more tracks called “pad tracks” which are more spread out and will carry rail cars parked while containers are unloaded from the trains onto trucks. The existing mainline running from Derry to south of Britannia Road is currently a single track and will become two tracks in that area; with additional tracks in the area. Nothing south of Lower Base Line will be expanded. • One participant asked if hazardous materials will be transported on these trains.

CN responded that no dangerous goods will be handled in the terminal; no tankers, only containerized traffic. Within a container there are some goods that will be classified as a dangerous good, like paint or paint thinner. Approximately 2.5% of goods moved on CN’s network are classified as dangerous goods. • One participant commented that a resident of Bronte Street has been in dispute with CN for 12 years regarding flooding on their land. The participant asked how CN can focus on improving the southern region of Milton while ignoring other areas like his neighbour’s land.

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CN responded that the issue of flooding in the resident’s lands will be brought back for review and a response will be provided. A stormwater management system will also be designed to handle water captured within the terminal in two ponds, allowing water to flow back into Indian Creek. • One participant asked about the maximum truck capacity at the Milton Logistics Hub.

CN responded that based on current operations and the anticipated number of trains at the terminal, the Milton Logistics Hub will be designed to accommodate a maximum capacity of 800 trucks per day. For comparison, the Brampton Intermodal Terminal currently handles about 2500 trucks per day. It is expected that some of that volume will move from the Brampton terminal to Milton. Discussion: Noise CN highlighted project benefits and mitigation measures, including traffic management and noise in the discussion guide. Stantec provided an overview of the noise study they conducted at the site. • One participant asked if the reports were reviewed by government and if any feedback was received from government agencies.

Stantec responded that the information in the reports are on record on the CEAA public registry and explained CEAA’s role as a regulator. Stantec serves as an independent third-party consultant. An overview of the panel process was given, and it was noted that we are currently in the middle of the process; all questions and responses given as part of this process can be found on the public registry.

Judy Kirk noted that the review panel process is Canada’s most thorough environmental review process. • One participant asked how the recommendations in the report will be applied at the construction phase.

CN responded that when the panel presents recommendations to the minister on the approval or rejection of the project, a number of conditions can be applied, such as monitoring and follow-up studies. It is normal for the regulatory agencies to require CN to conduct monitoring and follow-up studies on areas such as noise to determine if the predictions in reports were accurate. Monitoring and mitigation measures that CN is proposing to implement during construction and operation are also listed in the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).

Judy Kirk noted that the conditions mentioned by CN have the force of law. • One participant asked for the noise levels measured in the initial assessment.

Stantec responded that noise levels can be found in the noise technical data report, which is available on the CEAA website, Appendix E of the EIS. The noise assessment lists all the sources used to determine the noise levels.

Judy Kirk noted that any questions regarding the reports can be directed to CN at the email address on the back of the discussion guide.

Discussion: Light CN highlighted mitigation measures for lighting at the site. • One participant asked how illumination levels were measured.

CN responded that the process for measuring light was similar to that for noise; present light levels are compare d against expected levels once the terminal is complete.

Stantec noted that illumination levels will be very similar to that of a full moon. Display boards at the open house illustrated how the facility is anticipated to look at night. • One participant asked about the visibility of light pollution from the terminal at night.

Stantec responded that estimates indicate that light will be shielded to the working areas to limit light trespass at night. The estimates are based on manufacturing specifications, the shielding, and what has been observed at other sites. Lights could reach a height of 30 metres, with minimal trespass outside the facility.

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Discussion: Air Quality CN noted that studies conducted by Stantec determined that emissions would be within federal standards. • One participant asked how emissions from trucks could be measured at this time.

Stantec responded that an air modelling calculation is conducted with the expected volume of trucks to develop an indication of what emissions would be at the proposed project site. The results of the calculation can be found in the technical data reports. • One participant asked if there will be a change in air quality for residences close to the facility.

Stantec responded that there will be a change in air quality due to diesel emissions. Changes in diesel emissions and particulate matter that circulate from trucks being on the road are within the applicable guidelines, with the exception of PM10 (very fine particulate matter) during operations. Emissions and particulate matter exceed guidelines 0.1% of the time and they occur right at the fence line.

CN noted that future emission measures are a combination of all other developments in the region. Planning estimates from the Region and estimated traffic volumes have been incorporated. • One participant asked about the height of the berm on the west side by Tremaine Road.

CN responded that the berm or berm and barrier combination will have an estimated height of 5 metres. Discussion: Archaeology CN provided an overview of measures to be taken if artifacts are found on the site. • One participant asked if burial sites were found on the site, and if land for both the widening of the tracks and the widening of Britannia Road were examined.

CN responded that the archaeological assessment of the site is 98% complete and so far no burial sites have been identified. The widening of Britannia Road is not being led by CN. • One participant asked if compensation has or will been provided to Aboriginal groups.

CN responded that no compensation has been given; Aboriginal groups are engaged in the same way as other communities. Aboriginal groups have applied, like other organizations, to CEAA for the right to review the project. Discussion: Additional comments • One participant asked if the MLH will impact housing investments and if any compensation will be provided due to its impact on housing values.

CN responded that they aren’t able to speculate on land valuation in Milton. The experience at other terminals varies, but they have not seen land values decrease around other CN terminals. • One participant asked why the location at Britannia Road was selected as opposed to Lower Base Line, where there are less residential properties, or closer to the industrial sites further north.

CN responded that in earlier consultations with the Region, it was identified that Britannia Road would be expanded by the time the terminal was in operation. The road will be upgraded to a six-lane arterial road capable of handling truck volumes generated by the terminal, whereas other routes like Lower Base Line are not planned to accommodate truck traffic. • One participant asked when the upgrades to Britannia Road are expected to be completed.

BA Group responded that the Region has begun the environmental assessment for the expansion from Tremaine Road all the way to Highway 407. The environmental assessment indicated a two-phase construction, with the first phase from Tremaine Road to Highway 25 expected to start last year. The project was then revised to a single phase to build the entire project as a six-lane arterial road, and that required them to file an amendment to the environmental assessment, which they have done with the Ministry of the Environment. When that final approval is in place, it is CN’s understanding that the Region will proceed immediately with construction of the road.

Halton Region noted that expansion of Britannia Road was due to residential growth and no expropriation of land was expected.

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BA Group noted that Tremaine Road was designed to be a six-lane road. It has a right-of-way capable of being six lanes at the moment. In some sections, it has been constructed with six lanes, while others have four lanes. The ultima te plan is to have all of the road in six lanes. This is to facilitate the overall growth of the region. • One participant asked where the sound barriers will be built and if graffiti will be an issue.

CN responded that they will be built in several locations around the terminal. All facilities would be monitored, so graffiti is not expected to be an issue. Most of the barriers will be soil-based, while walls will be built when a 5-metre height is not achievable with soil. Materials for the wall will be considered later on in the process. • One participant asked about the Region’s plans to build an interchange at Highway 25 and roundabouts at Tremaine Road.

BA Group responded that no roundabouts are planned for Britannia Road. Highway 25 south from Britannia has been upgraded to a robust new arterial road with no traffic circles. At north end, the Ministry of Transportation and the Region are in the process of replacing the interchange at Highway 25/401 with a new interchange with new bridge structures and ramps. It will consist of a longer bridge which will allow for the future widening of Highway 401. As for Tremaine Road, the Region has allocated funds in its budget, while provincial approval is required. The project to extend the road north of Steeles Avenue is proceeding. This piece of road is essential to support the growth in the Region and in Milton. The Region’s transportation staff have assured them that the road and roundabouts are designed to accommodate the movement of trucks. Their plans to remove roundabouts are uncertain at this point. • One participant noted that trucks would not be able to pass under Main & Tremaine Road unless they go through the middle, as the gap is too small.

• One participant asked what will be done with a truck does not meet emission requirements.

CN responded that the Province manages and monitors truck emissions. Stantec noted that it is a provincial responsibility. • One participant asked how many trains will pass through Milton per day.

CN responded that currently 25-30 trains run along that line every day. As part of the project, 4 more trains are expected; 2 inbound and 2 outbound. • One participant noted that 18-20 hours a day is a lot of train disturbance to the community. The participant expressed concern about train disturbance, along with noise pollution and truck emissions. • One participant asked if truck routes have been identified.

BA Group responded that based on current routes, most trucks want to get to Highway 401 and will use interchanges on the arterial roads, such as Tremaine Road, on the future Highway 25, James Snow Parkway, and Trafalgar Road. Trucks are not expected to use anything other than the Regional arterial roads. • One participant asked what the expected schedule is, based on current project status.

CN responded that they are expecting the terminal to be operational towards the end of 2020 or early 2021. They are not in control of the process as the environmental review process is controlled by the federal government. Should the project be approved, a two-year construction period is anticipated. Judy Kirk and CN thanked everyone for their participation in the meeting, and encouraged people to complete feedback forms, ask questions and continue to participate in the consultation.

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