Manitoba Sustainable Development Développement durable Manitoba Annual Report Rapport annuel 2016-2017 2016-2017 This Report is available in alternate formats by contacting the Department’s Accessibility Coordinator at (204) 945-4451. Online version available at http://www.gov.mb.ca/conservation/annual-reports/con_reports/index.html ________________________________________ MINISTER OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Legislative Building Winnipeg, Manitoba, CANADA R3C 0V8 The Honourable Mrs. Janice C. Filmon, C.M., O.M. Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba Room 235 Legislative Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0V8 Your Honour: It is my privilege to present you with the Annual Report for Manitoba Sustainable Development for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2017. The Annual Report highlights the department’s key accomplishments and partnership initiatives with business and communities in support of our mandate to protect the environment while meeting the goals of sustainable development. I trust the information in this report demonstrates the department’s commitment to sustaining and conserving Manitoba’s diverse ecosystems and natural resources for today and for future generations. Respectfully submitted, “Original signed by” Rochelle Squires Minister of Sustainable Development Sustainable Development Deputy Minister Room 350 Legislative Building Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3C 0V8 The Honourable Rochelle Squires Minister of Sustainable Development Room 344, Legislative Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0V8 Dear Minister I am pleased to present you with the Annual Report for Manitoba Sustainable Development for the period of April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017. Working in partnership with businesses, communities and the public, the department remains committed to delivering quality programs and services to protect the environment while sustaining and conserving Manitoba’s diverse ecosystems and natural resources. The Annual Report provides an overview of the activities of the department intended to foster sustainable economic development and highlights program objectives, key results and performance measures. Respectfully submitted, “Original signed by” Rob Olson Deputy Minister Contents Organizational Chart ................................................................................................................................................... 5 Highlights .................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Faits saillants .............................................................................................................................................................. 8 Minister’s Salary ....................................................................................................................................................... 11 Executive Support .................................................................................................................................................... 11 Administrative and Financial Services ...................................................................................................................... 12 Corporate Crown Land Policy................................................................................................................................... 13 Clean Environment Commission .............................................................................................................................. 14 GeoManitoba ............................................................................................................................................................ 14 Lands ........................................................................................................................................................................ 17 Indigenous Relations ................................................................................................................................................ 20 PARKS AND REGIONAL SERVICES ...................................................................................................................... 22 Regional Support Services ....................................................................................................................................... 22 Northwest Region ..................................................................................................................................................... 28 Northeast Region ...................................................................................................................................................... 32 Central Region .......................................................................................................................................................... 35 Eastern Region ......................................................................................................................................................... 43 Western Region ........................................................................................................................................................ 46 Parks and Protected Spaces .................................................................................................................................... 53 Fire and Emergency Response Program ................................................................................................................. 62 ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP ....................................................................................................................... 72 Divisional Administration .......................................................................................................................................... 72 Environmental Compliance and Enforcement .......................................................................................................... 72 Environmental Approvals .......................................................................................................................................... 77 Climate Change and Air Quality ................................................................................................................................ 79 Strategic Policy and Coordination ............................................................................................................................ 82 International Institute for Sustainable Development ................................................................................................. 84 Green Manitoba and Eco Solutions .......................................................................................................................... 85 WATER STEWARDSHIP AND BIODIVERSITY ...................................................................................................... 86 Administration ........................................................................................................................................................... 86 Water Science and Management ............................................................................................................................. 86 The Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Fund ............................................................................................................... 93 Wildlife and Fisheries Branch ................................................................................................................................... 96 Habitat Enhancement Fund .................................................................................................................................... 112 Conservation District and Watershed Assistance .................................................................................................. 113 Office of Drinking Water ......................................................................................................................................... 114 Drainage and Water Control Works Licensing ....................................................................................................... 116 1 Water Use Licensing .............................................................................................................................................. 116 Water Stewardship Initiatives ................................................................................................................................. 118 Watershed and Land Use Planning ........................................................................................................................ 118 Forestry and Peatlands .......................................................................................................................................... 120 Pineland Forest Nursery ......................................................................................................................................... 126 Part B – Capital Investment .................................................................................................................................... 128 General Assets ....................................................................................................................................................... 128 Infrastructure Assets ............................................................................................................................................... 128 Sustainable Development