Proponent: Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Limited

Summary of Environmental Assessment Process

Project Description:

The proponent has submitted a proposal for a Five-Year Operating Plan for Zone 7, which includes Forest Management Districts 9 and 16 surrounding White Bay. Zone 7 extends from Deer Lake in the west to Cat Arm in the north and includes all of the Baie Verte Peninsula. The plan describes proposed timber harvesting operations, construction of access roads and silviculture activities. The plan covers the period from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2031.

• July 10, 2026 – The undertaking was registered.
• August 14, 2026 – Deadline for public comments.
• August 24, 2026 – The Minister’s decision is due.

• Documents:
  • Registration Document (2 MB)
    • District 9 Coversheets and Maps  (39 MB)
    • District 16 Coversheets and Maps (22 MB)
    • Appendix 1 – Environmental Protection Guidelines ( 2MB)
    • Appendix 2 – Crown Land Referral Policy (169 KB)
    • Appendix 3 – Environmental Guidelines for Mineral and Quarry Materials Exploration (5 MB)
    • Appendix 4 – Tourism Stakeholder Consultation Plan (728 KB)
    • Appendix 5 – EMS Compliance (No. 1) Inspection (288 KB)
    • Appendix 6 – EMS (No 2) Inspection and Guidelines (1 MB)
    • Appendix 7 – Women’s Employment Plan (375 KB)
    • Appendix 8 – Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (10 MB)

• Public Notices:
  • Project Registered (106KB)

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