Proponent: Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The proponent has submitted a proposal for a Five-Year Forest Management Plan for Zone 1, which includes the entire Avalon Peninsula and proceeds west to Come By Chance. The plan describes commercial and domestic timber harvesting operations, construction of access roads and silviculture activities. The plan covers the period from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2026.

• August 12, 2021 – The undertaking was registered.
• September 16, 2021 – Deadline for public comments.
• September 26, 2021 – The Minister’s decision is due.
• October 10, 2021 – The Minister’s decision is due (extended).
• November 9, 2021 – The Minister announced that the project is released.

• Documents:
  • Registration (2 MB):
    • Commercial Areas Overview Map (6 MB)
    • Domestic Areas Overview Map (6 MB)
    • Silviculture Overview Map (6 MB)
    • Operating Area Sheets (2 MB)
  • Decision Letter (3 MB)
• Public Notices:
  • Project Registered (110 KB)
  • Project Released (184 KB)

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