Proponent: Farrell’s Excavating Ltd.

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The proponent is proposing to develop and operate a 6.92-hectare sand and gravel quarry approximately 2.1 kilometres from the community of Barachois Brook. The quarry materials would be used for roadway development, and commercial and residential paving in the area.

• July 25, 2025 – The undertaking was registered.
• August 29, 2025 – Deadline for public comments.
• September 8, 2025 – The Minister’s decision is due.
• September 8, 2025 – The Minister has determined the project is released.
• October 30, 2026 – Condition of Release Met – Water Resources Managment Plan

• Documents:
  • Registration Document (1.1 MB)
  • Decision Letter (393 KB)
    • Attachment A – Conditions of Release from EA (782 KB)
    • Attachment B – Regulatory and Technical Advice from Government Departments (292 KB)
  •  Decision Letter – Condition of Release – Water Resources Management Plan (427 KB)
    • Water Resources Management Plan (383 KB)

• Public Notices:
  • Project Registered (98 KB)
  • Project Released (94 KB)
  • Condition of Release Met (83 KB)

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