Registration Number: 2280

New Nain Airport

Proponent: Nunatsiavut Government

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada and the Nunatsiavut Government are each required to conduct an environmental assessment of the above noted Project. The three jurisdictions are working together to avoid duplication in the environmental assessment, and each jurisdiction will make a decision on the undertaking.

The proponent proposes to construct a new airport to replace the existing airstrip in Nain, Labrador. The new airport project would include an 1,830-metre-long gravel runway, a multifunctional airport terminal, hanger and other related infrastructure, and a 13-kilometre access road. The new facility would operate year-round to provide essential services to the community.

  • December 18, 2023 – The undertaking was registered.
  • February 16, 2024 – Deadline for public comments.
  • February 26, 2024 – The Minister’s decision is due.
  • March 11, 2024 – The Minister’s decision is due (extended).
  • March 25, 2024 – The Minister’s decision is due (extended).
  • April 19, 2024 – The Minister’s decision is due (extended).
  • May 17, 2024 The Minister’s decision is due (extended).

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