Proponent: Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The proponent is proposing to develop and operate an 8.62‑hectare extension to an existing quarry, located south of the Trans‑Canada Highway and approximately 3 km west of Whitbourne. The expansion would supply essential aggregate materials for provincial highway construction, upgrades, and maintenance. The work would also support the proponent’s projects across eastern Newfoundland, including future work along the Trans‑Canada Highway.

• March 12, 2026 – The undertaking was registered.
• April 17, 2026 – Deadline for public comments.
• April 26, 2026 – The Minister’s decision is due.
• April 24, 2026 – The Minister determined the project is released.

• Documents:
  • Registration Document (2 MB)
  • Decision Letter (405 KB)
    • Attachment A – Conditions of Release (758 KB)
    • Attachment B – Regulatory and Technical Advice from Government Departments (135 KB)

• Public Notices:
  • Project Registered (118 KB)
  • Project Released (85 KB)

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