ENVIRONMENTAL PERMIT
Issue Date: February 28, 2016
Henvey Inlet Wind GP Inc.
Operating as general partner of and on behalf of Henvey Inlet Wind LP
355 Adelaide Street West, Suite 100
Toronto, Ontario M5V 1S2
Project

Proposed Henvey Inlet Wind Energy Centre
Location: Henvey Inlet First Nation, Reserve No.2, Ontario, Canada

In accordance with sections 18 and 19 of the HIFN Environmental Stewardship Regime
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND PERMITTING, Land Law XX-2015, Council of the Henvey Inlet
First Nation has decided to issue this environmental permit to prepare for, construct, install, operate and
decommission wind energy physical works and activities consisting of the following:
-- a wind energy facility with a total name plate capacity of 300 megawatts (MW).
For the purpose of this environmental permit, the following definitions apply:

1.

“Aboriginal traditional knowledge” means the cumulative knowledge held by aboriginal peoples
through generations of living in close contact with nature. It encompasses cultural,
environmental, economic, political, and spiritual inter-relationships;

2.

“Acoustic Audit – Emission” means an investigative procedure that is compliant with the
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standard 61400-11 and consisting of
measurements and/or acoustic modelling of noise emissions produced by wind turbine generators,
assessed to determine compliance with the manufacturer's noise (acoustic) equipment
specifications and emission data of the wind turbine generators;

3.

“Acoustic Audit – Immission” means an investigative procedure consisting of measurements
and/or acoustic modelling of all sources of noise emissions due to the operation of the Equipment,
assessed to determine compliance with the Noise Performance Limits set out in this Permit;

4.

“Acoustic Audit Report-Emission” means a report presenting the results of the Acoustic Audit Emission;

5.

“Acoustic Audit Report-Immission” means a report presenting the results of the Acoustic Audit Immission;

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6.

“Acoustic Audit - Transformer Substation” means an investigative procedure consisting of
measurements and/or acoustic modelling of all transformer substation noise sources, assessed to
determine compliance with the Sound Power Level specification of the transformer substation
described in the Noise Impact Assessment Report;

7.

“Acoustic Audit Report - Transformer Substation” means a report presenting the results of the
Acoustic Audit - Transformer Substation;

8.

“Acoustical Consultant” means a person currently active in the field of environmental acoustics
and noise/vibration control, and has a combination of formal university education, training and
experience necessary to assess noise emissions from wind facilities;

9.

“Act” and “FNLMA” mean the First Nations Land Management Act, S.C. 1999, c. 24, as
amended;

10.

“adverse effect” means one or more of,

(a)

impairment of the quality of the natural environment for any use that can be made of it,

(b)

injury or damage to Nishshing Aki, land or organic and inorganic matter and living
organisms,

(c)

harm or material discomfort to any person,

(d)

an adverse impact on the health of any person,

(e)

impairment of the safety of any person,

(f)

rendering any land or plant or animal life unfit for human use,

(g)

loss of enjoyment of normal use of land, resource, structure, or thing, and

(h)

interference with the normal conduct of business as a result of an effect described in
paragraphs (a) to (g);

11.

“air” means open air not enclosed in a building, structure, machine, chimney, stack or flue;

12.

“Application” means the following supporting documentation for this Permit (including amended
documentation submitted up to the date of this Permit) to the extent that such documentation
identifies the location of the temporary and permanent components of the Energy Centre: Final
Environmental Assessment including Appendices dated January 8th, 2016 and Addendum dated
February 23, 2016, as amended.

13.

“Archaeological resources” includes artifacts, archaeological sites, and marine archaeological
sites. The identification and evaluation of such resources are based upon archaeological fieldwork
undertaken in accordance with Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport's Standards and
Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists;

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14.

“A-weighting” means the frequency weighting characteristic as specified in the International IEC
Standard 61672, and intended to approximate the relative sensitivity of the normal human ear to
different frequencies (pitches) of sound. It is denoted as “A”;

15.

“A-weighted Sound Pressure Level” means the Sound Pressure Level modified by application of
an A-weighting network. It is measured in decibels, A-weighted, and denoted as “dBA”;

16.

“CAN/CSA Standard C 61400-11:07” means the CSA Group (CSA) document “Wind turbine
generator systems - Part 11: Acoustic noise measurement techniques,” dated October 2007, or an
amended version of the publication;

17.

“Commissioner” means a person appointed by Council to act independently of Council who has
environmental and administrative expertise and relevant experience;

18.

“Community” means the membership from time to time of HIFN;

19.

“Compliance Protocol for Wind Turbine Noise” means the Ontario Ministry of Environment
document entitled, Compliance Protocol for Wind Turbine Noise, Guideline for Acoustic
Assessment and Measurement, PIBS# 8540e, as may be amended from time to time;

20.

“Construction Activities” means the construction activities described in Section 2 of Schedule B
to this Permit;

21.

“contaminant” means any solid, liquid, gas, odour, heat, sound, vibration, radiation, or
combination of any of them resulting directly or indirectly from human activities that causes or
may cause an adverse effect;

22.

“Council” means the Council of the Henvey Inlet First Nation elected pursuant to the provisions
of the Indian Act, R.S.C., 1985, c. I-5;

23.

“contractor” includes any person, who is not directly employed by HIW, conducting work or
other activities in relation to the Energy Centre on behalf of or at the request of HIW;

24.

“Decibel” means a dimensionless measure of Sound Level or Sound Pressure Level, denoted as
dB;

25.

“Decommissioning Activities” means the decommissioning activities described in Section 5 of
Schedule B to this Permit;

26.

“Decommissioning Plan Report” means the plan report entitled Henvey Inlet Wind Energy
Centre – Decommissioning Plan Report dated September 2015;

27.

“Designated Environmental Assessment Records” means those records designated pursuant to
section 5 of Part 2 of the HIFN Environmental Assessment and Permitting Land Law;

28.

“discharge” when used as a verb includes add, deposit, leak, or emit, and when used as a noun
includes addition, deposit, emission, or leak;

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29.

“EA Guidance Instrument” means HIFN Land Law 2015/15-010 enacted 04 August 2015,
entitled Henvey Inlet First Nation Environmental Stewardship Regime For The Proposed HIW
Energy Centre On Henvey Inlet Reserve #2 Lands: EA GUIDANCE INSTRUMENT;

30.

“EA and Permitting Land Law” means HIFN Land Law 2015/15-009 enacted 04 August 2015,
entitled Henvey Inlet First Nation Environmental Stewardship Regime for the proposed

HIW Energy Centre on Henvey Inlet Reserve #2 Lands: ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT AND PERMITTING;
31.

“Emergency Response Plan” means the plan prepared and implemented in accordance with
Condition P hereunder;

32.

“Energy Centre” means the wind energy physical works and activities proposed for construction,
operation, and eventual decommissioning on Reserve No. 2 lands by HIW pursuant to the 2011
Feed-in-Tariff (FIT) Contract Identification # F-001556-WIN-130-601, issued by Ontario Power
Authority to Nigig Power Corporation;

33.

“environment” means the components of the Earth and includes:

34.

(a)

land, water and air, including all layers of the atmosphere,

(b)

all organic and inorganic matter and living organisms, and

(c)

the interacting natural systems that include components referred to in (a) and (b);

“environmental effect” means, in respect of the proposed Energy Centre,

(a)

any change that the Energy Centre may cause in the environment, including any change it
may cause to a listed wildlife species, its critical habitat, or the residences of individuals
of that species, as those terms are defined in subsection 2(1) of the Species at Risk Act,
S.C. 2002, c.29,

(b)

any effect of any change referred to in paragraph (a) on:

(c)
35.

(i)

health and socio-economic conditions,

(ii)

physical and cultural heritage,

(iii)

the current use of lands and resources for traditional purposes by aboriginal
persons, or

(iv)

any structure, site, or thing that is of historical, archaeological, paleontological,
or architectural significance, or

any change to the Energy Centre that may be caused by the environment, whether any
such change or effect occurs on or off Reserve lands;

“Environmental Effects Monitoring Plan” and “EEMP” mean the “Henvey Inlet Wind Energy
Centre – Environmental Effects Monitoring Plan,” dated August, 2015;

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36.

“EPA” means Environmental Protection Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. E.19 and regulations thereunder, as
may be amended from time to time;

37.

“equipment" means the 91 wind turbine generators and 2 transformer substations, identified in
this Permit;

38.

“Equivalent Sound Level” is the value of the constant sound level which would result in exposure
to the same total A-weighted energy as would the specified time-varying sound, if the constant
sound level persisted over an equal time interval. It is denoted as “Leq”, and is measured in dB Aweighting (dBA);

39.

“HIFN” means Henvey Inlet First Nation;

40.

“HIW” means Henvey Inlet Wind GP Inc. operating as general partner of and on behalf of
Henvey Inlet Wind LP, its successors, transferees, and assigns;

41.

“IEEE Standard C57.12.90” means the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
document “Standard Test Code for Liquid-Immersed Distribution, Power and Regulating
Transformers, 2010” or an amended version of the publication;

42.

“Independent Acoustical Consultant” means an Acoustical Consultant who is not representing
HIW and was not involved in preparing the Noise Impact Assessment Report. The Independent
Acoustical Consultant shall not be retained by the Acoustical Consultant involved in the noise
impact assessment;

43.

“impair” when used in relation to the quality of water, means the discharge of material if the
material or a derivative of the material enters or may enter the water, directly or indirectly, and,

(a)

(b)

the material or derivative causes or may cause injury to or interference with any living
organism that lives in or comes into contact with,
(i)

the water, or

(ii)

the soil or sediment that is in contact with the water,

the material or derivative causes or may cause injury to or interference with any living
organism as a result of it using or consuming,
(i)

the water,

(ii)

soil or sediment that is in contact with the water, or

(iii)

any organism that lives in or comes into contact with the water or soil or
sediment that is in contact with the water,

(c)

the material or derivative causes or may cause a degradation in the appearance, taste or
odour of the water,

(d)

a scientific test that is generally accepted as a test of aquatic toxicity indicates that the
material or derivative, in diluted or undiluted form, is toxic, or

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peer-reviewed scientific publications indicate that the material or derivative causes injury
to or interference with organisms that are dependent on aquatic ecosystems;

“industrial waste” includes:

(a)

damaged, defective, or superfluous materials, liquids, or substances used or produced by
industrial processes or operations, including without restriction, by the Energy Centre,

(b)

by-products of materials, liquids, or substances used in industrial processes or operations,
including without restriction, by the Energy Centre operations,

(c)

used or superfluous lubricants, including petroleum-derived or synthetic crankcase oil,
engine oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid, gear oil, heat transfer fluid, or other oil or
fluid used for lubricating machinery or equipment, and

(d)

hazardous waste and hazardous waste chemicals as defined in Ontario Regulation 347:
General –Waste Management;

45.

“intermittent stream” means a natural or artificial channel, other than a dam, that carries water
intermittently and does not have established vegetation within the bed of the channel, except
vegetation dominated by plant communities that require or prefer the continuous presence of
water or continuously saturated soil for their survival;

46.

“In-water Works” means any Construction Activity that takes place below the high water mark
during flowing conditions and/or when water is present;

47.

“Land Code” means the Henvey Inlet First Nation Land Code passed on September 9, 2009,
amended on November 27, 2012, and certified on April 29, 2013 and as amended from time to
time;

48.

“land” means surface land not enclosed in a building, land covered by water and all subsoil, or
any combination or part thereof;

49.

“mitigation” means the elimination, reduction, or control of any adverse environmental effect of a
proposed work or activity. It also includes restitution for any damage to the environment caused
by such effects through replacement, restoration, compensation, or other means;

50.

“monitoring and follow-up plans” means plans to provide for the evaluation of the effectiveness
of proposed mitigation measures and to verify the accuracy of the environmental assessment
predictions. If adverse environmental effects are more severe than predicted or if mitigation is less
effective than planned, these measures serve as early warning signals that allow remedial
measures to be implemented in a timely manner;

51.

“natural environment” means the air, land and water, or any combination or part thereof, on or
within Reserve lands;

52.

“natural feature” includes all or part of,

(a)

a wetland,

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wildlife habitat, or

(c)

a woodland;

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53.

“Noise Guidelines” means the Noise Guidelines for Wind Farms, Ontario Ministry of the
Environment, October 2008, as amended;

54.

“Noise Impact Assessment Report” means the report entitled Henvey Inlet Wind Energy Centre
Noise Impact Assessment dated September 15, 2015;

55.

“Nishshing Aki” means an existing social or cultural feature or condition that has been (i)
identified as valued by HIFN, or (ii) designated as valued by HIFN with Community Input as
provided in the Land Code;

56.

“Noise Receptor” means one of the following locations at which noise discharged from the
Energy Centre is received but does not include a location on a parcel of land if any part of the
Energy Centre will be located on that parcel of land:

(a)

the centre of a building or structure that contains one or more dwellings,

(b)

the centre of a building used for an institutional purpose, including an educational
facility, a day nursery, a health care facility, a Community centre or a place of worship,

(c)

the centre of a proposed building or structure mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) where
building has not commenced but a land use planning or building permit for the building
or structure has been issued by an authority with jurisdiction to issue the permit,

(d)

a location on a vacant lot, other than an inaccessible vacant lot, that has been zoned to
permit a building mentioned in paragraph (a) or (b) and in respect of which no permit or
building permit mentioned in paragraph (c) has been issued and at which a building
would reasonably be expected to be located, having regard to the existing zoning by-law
and the typical building pattern in the area,

(e)

a portion of property that is used as a campsite or campground at which overnight
accommodation is provided by or on behalf of a public agency or as part of a commercial
operation; or

(f)

as defined pursuant to Ontario Ministry of Environment Publication NPC-233,
“Information to be Submitted for Approval of Stationary Sources of Sound”, October
1995.

57.

“Operation Activities” means the operation and maintenance activities described in Section 3 of
Schedule B to this Permit;

58.

“Operations and Maintenance Manual” means the manual prepared and implemented in
accordance with Condition O hereunder;

59.

“permanent stream” means a stream that continually flows in an average year;

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60.

“Permit” means this Environmental Permit, including any schedules to it, issued in accordance
with Regime;

61.

“person” includes a corporation or a natural person and means HIW, its officers, employees,
agents, or contractors;

62.

“Point of Reception” has the same meaning as in the Noise Guidelines and is subject to the same
qualifications described in that document;

63.

“pollutant” means a contaminant other than heat, sound, vibration or radiation, and includes any
substances from which a pollutant is derived;

64.

“Pre-Construction Activities” means the site preparation and land clearing activities described in
Section 1 of Schedule B to this Permit;

65.

“public” means persons who are not members of HIFN;

66.

“Publication NPC-233” means Ministry Publication NPC-233, “Information to be Submitted for
Permit of Stationary Sources of Sound,” October 1995;

67.

“Regime” means the Henvey Inlet First Nation Environmental Stewardship Regime for the
Proposed HIW Energy Centre on Henvey Inlet Reserve No. 2 Lands, including the HIFN EA and
Permitting Land Law and the Environmental Protection Land Law;

68.

“Reserve lands” means lands subject to the Land Code;

69.

“significant adverse environmental effect” means an adverse environmental effect that has been
assessed as significant in accordance with the criteria established by the EA Guidance Instrument;

70.

“Sound Level” means the A-weighted Sound Pressure Level;

71.

“Sound Level Limit” is the limiting value described in terms of the one hour A-weighted
Equivalent Sound Level Leq;

72.

“Sound Power Level” means ten times the logarithm to the base of 10 of the ratio of the sound
power (Watts) of a noise source to standard reference power of 10 -12 Watts;

73.

“Sound Pressure” means the instantaneous difference between the actual pressure and the average
or barometric pressure at a given location. The unit of measurement is the micro pascal (μPa);

74.

“Sound Pressure Level” means twenty times the logarithm to the base 10 of the ratio of the
effective pressure (μPa) of a sound to the reference pressure of 20 μPa;

75.

“source of contaminant” means anything that discharges into the natural environment any
contaminant;

76.

“UTM” means Universal Transverse Mercator coordinate system;

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77.

“valued ecosystem component” or “VEC” means an existing component of the environment that
has recognized ecological value in existing science, law, or policy;

78.

“waste” means industrial waste, commercial waste, construction waste, ashes, garbage, refuse,
domestic waste and sewage;

79.

“water” means a well, lake, river, pond, spring, stream, reservoir, artificial watercourse,
intermittent watercourse, groundwater, or other water or watercourse;

80.

“water body” includes a lake, a permanent stream, an intermittent stream, and a seepage area but
does not include,

81.

(a)

grassed waterways,

(b)

temporary channels for surface drainage, such as furrows or shallow channels that can be
tilled and driven through,

(c)

rock chutes and spillways,

(d)

roadside ditches that do not contain a permanent or intermittent stream,

(e)

temporarily ponded areas that are normally farmed,

(f)

dugout ponds, or

(g)

artificial bodies of water intended for the storage, treatment, or recirculation of runoff
from farm animal yards, manure storage facilities, and sites and outdoor confinement
areas;

“wetland” means land such as a swamp, marsh, bog, or fen, other than land that is being used for
agricultural purposes and no longer exhibits wetland characteristics, that,

(a)

is seasonally or permanently covered by shallow water or has the water table close to or
at the surface, and

(b)

has hydric soils and vegetation dominated by hydrophytic or water-tolerant plants;

82.

“wildlife habitat” means an area where plants, animals, and other organisms live or have the
potential to live and find adequate amounts of food, water, shelter, and space to sustain their
population, including an area where a species concentrates at a vulnerable point in its annual or
life cycle and an area that is important to a migratory or non-migratory species;

83.

“woodland” means a treed area, woodlot, or forested area, other than a cultivated fruit or nut
orchard or a plantation established for the purpose of producing Christmas trees; and

84.

“well” means a hole made in the ground to locate or to obtain ground water or to test or to obtain
information in respect of groundwater or an aquifer, and includes a spring around or in which
works are made or equipment is installed for collection or transmission of water and that is or is
likely to be used as a source of water for human consumption.

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You are hereby notified that this Permit is issued to you subject to the terms and conditions
outlined below:

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
A.

GENERAL

A.1

HIW shall only construct, install, use, operate, maintain and decommission the Energy
Centre in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Permit and in accordance with
the schedules attached hereto, which are incorporated as part of this Permit:
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Schedule A – Energy Centre Description
Schedule B – Permitted Physical Activities by Phase
Schedule C – Decommissioning Plan Report
Schedule D – Coordinates of Equipment
Schedule E – Noise Receptors
Schedule F – Waste Management Measures
Schedule G – Endangered Species Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures
Schedule H – Required Mitigation Measures
Schedule I – Environmental Effects Monitoring Plan
Schedule J – Nishshing Aki

A.2

By undertaking any activity authorized by this Permit, HIW accepts and acknowledges
the jurisdiction of Ontario courts where recourse to Ontario courts is provided for in Parts
5, 6 and 7 of the HIFN Environmental Protection Land Law.

A.3

Where this Permit requires mitigation measures or plans to be developed after the date
this Permit is issued, the mitigation measure or plans shall form part of this Permit and be
added as schedules hereto.

A.4

The physical activities, buildings and structures permitted for each phase of the Energy
Centre including temporary buildings and structures are set out in Schedule B to this
Permit.

A.5

All temporary buildings and structures to be used in the construction or decommissioning
phases of the Energy Centre shall be removed at the end of the phase in which they are
needed.

A.6

As described in Schedule A of this Permit, HIW shall not construct or operate more than
91 wind turbine generators identified in Schedule D of this Permit.

A.7

HIW shall provide the Commissioner at least ten (10) days written notice of the
following:
A.7.1

the commencement of any Construction Activities for the Energy Centre;

A.7.2

the completion of the Construction Activities for the Energy Centre; and

A.7.3

the commencement of the operation of the Energy Centre.

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A.8

HIW shall, at least six (6) months prior to the anticipated decommissioning date of the
entire Energy Centre, or part of the Energy Centre, review and update the
Decommissioning Plan Report set out in Schedule C to this Permit and apply for the
approval of Council of the updated Decommissioning Plan Report.

A.9

Before approving the updated Decommissioning Plan Report, Council shall ensure that it
is consistent with the lease between HIFN and HIW regarding the works to be removed,
the lands to be restored, and the restoration of soil to baseline conditions (as identified by
a study to be carried out by HIW prior to any construction of the Energy Centre).
Council may require an update to the Environmental Assessment for the Energy Centre
before considering whether to approve updated Decommissioning Plan Report.

A.10

HIW shall ensure a copy of this Permit, including schedules, is:
A.10.1

posted on HIW's publicly accessible website within five (5) business days
of receiving this Permit; and

A.10.2

accessible at all times by HIW staff operating the Energy Centre.

A.11

Where there is a conflict between a provision of this Permit and any document submitted
by HIW in relation to the Application, the conditions in this Permit shall take precedence.

A.12

Where there is a conflict between the text of this Permit and the schedules attached
hereto, the text of this Permit shall prevail.

A.13

Where there is a conflict between a provision of this Permit and the Regime, the Regime
shall prevail.

A.14

Any ambiguity in this Permit shall be resolved in favour of the interpretation that is most
protective of the environment and Nishshing Aki.

B.

PROHIBITIONS

B.1

Notwithstanding any other provision of this Permit, no person shall discharge or cause or
permit the discharge of a contaminant into the natural environment, if the discharge
causes or may cause an adverse effect.

B.2

Every person that discharges or causes or permits the discharge of a contaminant into the
natural environment shall forthwith notify the Commissioner if the discharge is out of the
normal course of events and causes or is likely to cause an adverse effect.

B.3

Without limiting the generality of Condition B.1 and notwithstanding any other provision
of this Permit, no person shall discharge or cause or permit the discharge of any material
of any kind into or in any waters or on any shore or bank thereof or into or in any other
place where the material is likely to enter water if the material may impair the quality of
the water of any waters.

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B.4

Every person that discharges or causes or permits the discharge of any material of any
kind, and such discharge is not in the normal course of events, or from whose control
material of any kind escapes, into or in any waters or on any shore or bank thereof or into
or in any other place where the material is likely to enter water if the material may impair
the quality of the water of any waters, shall forthwith notify the Commissioner of the
discharge or escape, as the case may be.

B.5

HIW shall not cause or permit any waste generated in conjunction with the installation,
construction, operation or decommissioning of the Energy Centre to be permanently
stored on Reserve lands.

C.

IMPLEMENTATION OF PERMIT

C.1

Where the Commissioner requests of HIW:
C.1.1

information regarding implementation of this Permit, including without
restriction, detailed information regarding the implementation of
mitigation measures and plans; or

C.1.2

one or more site visits or meetings to review implementation of this
Permit;

HIW shall comply with the Commissioner’s request in a timely manner.
C.2

Where the Commissioner on reasonable grounds is of the opinion that guidance is needed
to ensure that the mitigation measures and plans required under the Permit are
implemented so as to ensure significant adverse environmental effects are unlikely, the
Commissioner may provide directives to HIW with respect to the implementation of such
mitigation measures and plans, provided that no directive may add to, remove or alter the
mitigation measures and plans required by this Permit.

C.3

Directives issued by the Commissioner pursuant to Condition C2, shall be implemented
by HIW.

C.4

The Commissioner’s directives are not modifications for the purposes of Part U of this
Permit or amendments for the purposes of section 20 and 21 of the EA and Permitting
Land Law.

D.

EXPIRY OF PERMIT

D.1

Construction and installation of the Energy Centre must be completed within four (4)
years of the later of:
D.1.1

the date this Permit is issued; or

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if there is a hearing or other litigation in respect of the issuance of this
Permit, the date that this hearing or litigation is disposed of, including all
appeals.

D.2

This Permit ceases to apply in respect of any portion of the Energy Centre not
constructed or installed before the later of the dates identified in Condition D.1.

E.

NOISE

E.1

Noise reference limits
E.1.1

HIW shall ensure that:
E.1.1.1

E.1.2

the Sound Levels from the Equipment, at the Noise Receptors
identified in Schedule E, comply with the Sound Level Limits set
in the Noise Guidelines for Points of Reception.

the Equipment is constructed and installed at either of the following
locations:
E.1.2.1

at the locations identified in Schedule D of this Permit; or

E.1.2.2

at a location that does not vary by more than 10 metres from the
locations identified in Schedule D of this Permit and provided that,

E.1.2.3

(i)

the Equipment will comply with the routine operating
and maintenance procedures set out in the Operations
and Maintenance Manual; and

(ii)

the noise-related setbacks established under O. Reg.
359/09 are complied with;

the Equipment complies with the noise specifications set out in the
Noise Impact Assessment Report.

E.1.3

If HIW determines that some or all of the Equipment cannot be constructed
in accordance with Condition E.1.2, prior to the construction and
installation of the Equipment in question, HIW shall apply in writing to the
Commissioner for modification to the terms and conditions of this Permit.

E.1.4

Within three (3) months of the completion of the construction of the
Energy Centre, HIW shall submit to the Commissioner a written
confirmation signed by an individual who has the authority to bind HIW

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that the UTM coordinates of the "as constructed" equipment comply with
the requirements of Condition E.1.2.
E.1.5
E.2

There are no vacant lot noise receptors related to the Energy Centre.

Acoustic Audit – Immission
E.2.1

HIW shall carry out an Acoustic Audit - Immission of the Sound Levels
produced by the operation of the equipment in accordance with the
following:
E.2.1.1

the acoustic audit measurements shall be undertaken in accordance
with Part D of the Compliance Protocol for Wind Turbine Noise;

E.2.1.2

the acoustic audit measurements shall be performed by an
Independent Acoustical Consultant on two (2) separate occasions
at two (2) different Points of Reception;

E.2.1.3

the Points of Reception shall be selected using the following
criteria, subject to the documented constraints imposed by location
of the Points of Reception:

E.2.1.4

E.2.2

(i)

the selected Point(s) of Reception shall represent the
location of the greatest predicted noise impact, i.e.,
the highest predicted Sound Level; and

(ii)

to the extent technically feasible and site conditions
permit, the selected Point(s) of Reception should be
located in the direction of prevailing winds from the
Energy Centre.

notwithstanding D.2.1.3(i) and (ii) above, with the written
agreement of the Commissioner, a location other than a Point of
Reception may be selected if HIW provides clear and substantiated
evidence to the Commissioner that access to the Point(s) of
Reception is not reasonably possible.

HIW shall submit to the Commissioner an Acoustic Audit ReportImmission, prepared by an Independent Acoustical Consultant, at the
following points in time:
E.2.2.1

no later than twelve (12) months, or such other date as agreed to in
writing by the Commissioner, after the commencement of the
operation of the Energy Centre for the first of the two (2) acoustic
audit measurements at the five (5) Points of Reception; and

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no later than eighteen (18) months, or such other date as agreed to
in writing by the Commissioner, after the commencement of the
operation of the Energy Centre for the second of the two (2)
acoustic audit measurements at the five (5) Points of Reception.

E.2.3

E.3

HIW shall carry out an Acoustic Audit-Transformer Substation with
respect to the northerly transformer station and shall submit to the
Commissioner an Acoustic Audit Report - Transformer Substation
prepared by an Independent Acoustical Consultant, in accordance with
Publication NPC-233 and no later than twelve (12) months after the
commencement of the operation of the Energy Centre.
Acoustic Audit-Emission
E.3.1

To the extent technically feasible and site conditions permit, HIW shall
carry out an Acoustic Audit-Emission of the acoustic emissions produced
by the operation of the wind turbine generators in accordance with the
following:
E.3.1.1

the acoustic emission measurements shall be undertaken in
accordance with the CAN/CSA Standard C 61400-11:07 as may be
amended from time to time;

E.3.1.2

the acoustic emission measurements shall be performed by an
Independent Acoustical Consultant; and

E.3.1.3

the acoustic emission measurements shall be performed on two (2)
of the wind turbine generators used in the Energy Centre.

E.3.2

HIW shall submit to the Commissioner an Acoustic Audit ReportEmission, prepared in accordance with Section 9 of the CAN/CSA
Standard C 61400•11:07 by an Independent Acoustical Consultant, no
later than twelve (12) months, or such other date as agreed to in writing by
the Commissioner, after the commencement of the operation of the Energy
Centre.

E.3.3

The Acoustic Audit Report-Emission must include a summary of the
measurement results, including:
E.3.3.1

Sound Power Levels (overall levels and frequency spectra in
octave bands for each wind speed) of the wind turbine generators;
and

E.3.3.2

tonal audibility values (for each wind speed) of the wind turbine
generators;

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E.3.3.3

a statement that the wind turbine generators sound power levels
comply with the maximum sound power level specified in the
Noise Impact Assessment Report; and

E.3.3.4

a statement that the wind turbine generators tonal audibility values
comply with the maximum tonal audibility value noted in the
Noise Impact Assessment Report.

If results from the Acoustic Audit Report-Emission described in Condition
E.3.3 find that any of the wind turbine generators sound power levels
and/or the tonal audibility values do not comply with the values specified
in the Noise Impact Assessment Report, HIW shall:
E.3.4.1

provide within the Acoustic Audit Report-Emission a detailed
description of the operational mitigation measures which shall be
implemented (no later than nine (9) months after the
commandment of the operation of Energy Centre, or such other
date as agreed to in writing by the Commissioner) to ensure
compliance with the applicable criteria; and

E.3.4.2

carry out an Acoustic Audit Report-Emission of the acoustic
emissions produced by the operation of the wind turbine generators
in accordance with the requirements described in described in
Condition E.3.3 above, and submit the Acoustic Audit ReportEmission to the Commissioner no later than twelve (12) months
after the commencement of the operation of the Energy Centre, or
such other date as agreed to in writing by the Commissioner.

F.

STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

F.1

HIW shall employ best management practices for stormwater management and sediment
and erosion control during construction, installation, use, operation, maintenance and
decommissioning of the Energy Centre.

F.2

The erosion and sediment control and stormwater management measures shall be
maintained and inspected during construction by HIW and shall be subject to inspection
by the Commissioner and/or his or her designate.

F.3

Within six (6) months of the completion of the construction of the Energy Centre, HIW
shall provide the Commissioner with a stormwater management report that includes a
detailed design of the stormwater management works for the collection, transmission,
treatment, and disposal of stormwater runoff from various catchment areas for the Energy
Centre. The stormwater management report shall also include an operations manual
describing the visual inspections, frequency, and any other activities necessary for the
adequate operation of the stormwater management works.

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G.

IN-WATER WORKS DURING CONSTRUCTION

G.1

No activity, including In-Water Works, authorized under this Permit shall contravene
section 35 of the Fisheries Act, R.S.C., 1985, c. F-14.

H.

WATER TAKING ACTIVITIES

H.1

For foundation dewatering, if the amount of water that is discharged exceeds 50,000
litres per day:

H.2

H.3

H.1.1

the inlet pump head shall be surrounded with clear stone and filter fabric;

H.1.2

the discharge must be sampled each day that water is discharged and
analyzed for total suspended solids. In the event that sampling results
show that total suspended solids in the water exceeds 25 mg/L, HIW shall
implement appropriate measures to mitigate those impacts; and

H.1.3

HIW shall regulate the discharge at such a rate that there is no flooding in
the receiving water body or adverse effect.

For stream diversion, if the amount of discharge exceeds 50,000 litres per day and dam
and pump technology is used:
H.2.1.1

HIW shall regulate the discharge at such a rate that there is no
flooding in the downstream area and no soil erosion or stream
channel scouring caused at the point of discharge. HIW shall use a
discharge diffuser or other energy dissipation device, if necessary,
to mitigate flows that physically alter the stream channel or banks;
and,

H.2.1.2

siltation control measures shall be installed at both the taking
location upstream of the construction site and (if necessary) the
discharge site and shall be sufficient for the volumes pumped. HIW
shall take all measures to properly maintain these control devices
throughout the duration of the discharge.

For water takings for the purposes of concrete mixing, dust suppression, equipment
washing, and similar activities:
H.3.1.1

water may be taken from surface water only;

H.3.1.2

notwithstanding the authorized rate of water taking, this Permit
limits the taking of water at any site at the project location for up
to 10% of the instantaneous streamflow present on the day or days
of taking. The authorized water taking rate may therefore have to
be adjusted downward to remain within this 10% maximum; and

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no modification to the existing stream channel by excavation or
damming is permitted under this Permit.

H.4

If, during construction, water bodies that were previously not identified are discovered,
HIW shall apply the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Operational Statement.

H.5

Prior to any groundwater takings in excess of 50,000 L per day to facilitate the
Construction Activities, HIW shall prepare, with the approval of the Commissioner, and
implement a pre-construction groundwater monitoring program. Prior to operation of the
Energy Centre, HIW shall prepare, with the approval of the Commissioner, and
implement for a minimum period of two (2) years a post-construction groundwater
monitoring program.

H.6

HIW shall report the summary of the results of the pre- and post-construction ground
water monitoring program on an annual basis to the Commissioner.

I.

SPILL CONTAINMENT RELATED TO SEWAGE WORKS OF THE
TRANSFORMER SUBSTATION

I.1

HIW shall design and construct transformer substation oil spill containment at the Energy
Centre which meets the following requirements:
I.1.1

the spill containment at the Energy Centre serving each transformer
substation shall have a minimum volume equal to the volume of
transformer oil and lubricants plus the volume equivalent to providing a
minimum 24-hour duration, 50-year return storm capacity for the
stormwater drainage area around the transformer under normal operating
conditions. This containment area shall have:
I.1.1.1

an impervious floor with walls usually of reinforced concrete or
impervious plastic liners, sloped toward an outlet / oil control
device, allowing for a freeboard of 0.25 metres terminating
approximately 0.30 metres above grade to prevent external storm
water flows from entering the Energy Centre. The Energy Centre
shall have a minimum of 300 mm layer of crushed stone (19 mm to
38 mm in diameter) within, all as needed in accordance to site
specific conditions and final design parameters; or

I.1.1.2

a permeable floor with impervious plastic walls and around the
transformer pad; equipped with subsurface drainage with a
minimum 50 mm diameter drain installed on a sand layer sloped
toward an outlet for sample collection purposes; designed with an
oil absorbent material on floor and walls, and allowing for a
freeboard of 0.25 metres terminating approximately 0.30 metres
above grade to prevent external stormwater flows from entering
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needed in accordance to site specific conditions and the Energy
Centre shall have a minimum 300mm layer of crushed stone (19
mm to 38 mm in diameter) on top of the system, as needed in
accordance to site specific conditions and final design parameters.

I.2

I.1.2

the spill containment at each transformer substation shall be equipped with
an oil detection system; it also shall have a minimum of two (2) PVC
pipes (or equivalent material) 50 mm in diameter to allow for visual
inspection of water accumulation. One pipe has to be installed half way
from the transformer pad to the vehicle access route;

I.1.3

the spill containment at each transformer substation shall have appropriate
sewage appurtenances as necessary, such as but not limited to: sump,
oil/grit separator, pumpout manhole, level controllers, floating oil sensors,
etc., that allows for batch discharges or direct discharges and for proper
implementation of the monitoring program described under Condition I.4;
and

I.1.4

HIW shall have a qualified technician with expertise in transformer station
containment systems onsite during construction to ensure that the system
is installed in accordance with the approved design and specifications.

HIW shall:
I.2.1

within six (6) months after the completion of the construction of the
transformer substation spill containment facilities, provide to the
Commissioner an engineering report and as-built design drawings of the
sewage works for the spill containment facilities and any stormwater
management works required for them signed and stamped by an
independent Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario and competent in
electrical and environmental engineering. The engineering report shall
include the following:
I.2.1.1

as-built drawings of the sewage works for the spill containment
facilities and any stormwater management works required for
them;

I.2.1.2

a written report signed by a qualified person with expertise in
transformer station containment systems confirming the following:
(iii)

on-site supervision during construction;

(iv)

in case of a permeable floor systems: type of oil
absorbent material used (for mineral-based
transformer oil or vegetable-based transformer oil,
make and material specifications;

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(v)

use of stormwater best management practices applied
to prevent external surface water runoff from entering
the spill containment facilities;

(vi)

confirm adequacy of the installation in accordance
with specifications;

(vii)

confirmation of the adequacy of the operating
procedures and the emergency procedures manuals as
it pertains to the installed sewage works; and

(viii)

procedures to provide emergency response to the site
in the form of pumping and clean-up equipment
within 24 hours after an emergency has been
identified. Such response shall be provided even
under adverse weather conditions to prevent further
danger of material loss to the environment.

I.2.2

as a minimum, HIW shall check the oil detection systems on a monthly
basis and create a written record of the inspections, which shall be
maintained at the Energy Centre and provided to the Commissioner upon
request;

I.2.3

ensure that the effluent is essentially free of floating and settleable solids
and does not contain oil or any other substance in amounts sufficient to
create a visible film, sheen or foam on the receiving waters;

I.2.4

immediately identify and clean-up all losses of oil from the transformers;

I.2.5

upon identification of oil in the spill containment at the Energy Centre,
take immediate action to prevent the further occurrence of such loss;

I.2.6

ensure that equipment and material for the containment, clean-up and
disposal of oil and materials contaminated with oil are kept within easy
access and in good repair for immediate use in the event of:

I.2.7

I.2.6.1

loss of oil from the transformers;

I.2.6.2

a discharge into the natural environment of a pollutant from a
structure, vehicle or other container that is abnormal in quality or
quantity in light of all circumstances of the discharge; or

I.2.6.3

the identification of an abnormal amount of oil in the effluent.

in the event of finding water accumulation in the PVC pipes, HIW shall:

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for impervious floors, inspect the sewage appurtenances that allow
drainage of the concrete pit; or

I.2.7.2

for permeable systems, replace the oil absorbent material to ensure
integrity of the system performance and design objectives.

I.2.8

I.3

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for permeable floor systems, HIW shall only use the type of oil specified
in the design, i.e. mineral-based transformer oil or vegetable-based
transformer oil. If a change is planned to modify the type of oil, HIW shall
also change the type of the oil absorbent material and obtain approval
from the Commissioner to amend this Permit before any modification is
implemented.

HIW shall design, construct, and operate the sewage works such that the concentration of
the effluent parameter named in the table below does not exceed the maximum
concentration objective shown for that parameter in the effluent, and shall comply with
the following requirements:
Effluent Parameters

Maximum Concentration Objective

Oil and Grease

15mg/L

I.3.1

notify the Commissioner as soon as reasonably possible of any exceedance
of the maximum concentration objective set out in the table above;

I.3.2

take immediate action to identify the cause of the exceedance; and

I.3.3

take immediate action to prevent further exceedances.

Upon commencement of the operation of the Energy Centre, HIW shall establish and
carry out the following monitoring program for the sewage works:
I.4.1

HIW shall collect and analyze the required set of samples at the sampling
points listed in the table below in accordance with the measurement
frequency and sample type specified for the effluent parameter, oil and
grease, and create a written record of the monitoring:

Effluent Parameters

Measurement Frequency and
Sample Points

Sample Types

Oil and Grease

Quarterly, i.e. four times over a
year, relatively evenly spaced
having a minimum two (2) of
these samples taken within 48
hours after a 10 mm rainfall

Grab

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Measurement Frequency and
Sample Points

Sample Types

event

I.5

I.6

HIW shall comply with the following methods and protocols for any sampling, analysis,
and recording undertaken in accordance with Condition H.4:
I.5.1

Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change publication
"Protocol for the Sampling and Analysis of Industrial/Municipal
Wastewater," January 1999, or in an amended version of the publication,
and

I.5.2

the publication "Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and
Wastewater," 21st edition, 2005, or in an amended version of the
publication.

in the event of an exceedance of the maximum concentration objective set out in
Condition I.3, HIW shall:
I.6.1

increase the frequency of sampling to once per month, for each month that
effluent discharge occurs, and

I.6.2

provide the Commissioner, on a monthly basis, with copies of the written
record created for the monitoring until the Commissioner provides written
direction that monthly sampling and reporting is no longer required.

I.7

if over a period of twenty-four (24) months of effluent monitoring, there are no
exceedances of the maximum concentration set out in Condition I.3, HIW may reduce the
measurement frequency of effluent monitoring to a frequency as the Commissioner may
specify in writing, provided that the new specified frequency is never less than annual.

J.

WASTE

J.1

HIW shall implement the waste management mitigation measures set out in Schedule F.

K.

BLASTING

K.1

HIW shall prepare and submit to the Commissioner, at least one month prior to the
commencement of any blasting in conjunction with Construction Activities, a blasting
plan which employs best management practices for drilling and blasting, including site
security and safety and hazard mitigation. HIW shall not commence blasting until such
plan has been approved in writing by the Commissioner.

K.2

During construction, HIW shall implement the blasting plan.

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L.

ENDANGERED SPECIES

L.1

For each of the pre-construction, construction, operation and decommissioning phases of
the Energy Centre, set out in Schedule B, HIW shall implement any mitigation,
monitoring and contingency measures, with respect to a species that is listed as (i)
extirpated, endangered or threatened pursuant to the Canadian Species at Risk Act, S.C.
2002, c. 29 or (ii) endangered or threatened pursuant to the Ontario Endangered Species
Act, 2007, S.O. 2007, c. 6, in accordance with Schedule G.

L.2

Within three (3) months of the end of each calendar year in which the monitoring took
place HIW shall provide a report in writing to the Commissioner:
L.2.1

setting out the results of the monitoring for which reporting is required
pursuant with Schedule G; and

L.2.2

evaluating whether any modifications may be made to Schedule G to better
protect the endangered species and the critical habitat identified therein.

L.3

Any modifications proposed under L.2.2 shall be deemed modifications and be subject to
the approval of the Commissioner.

L.4

HIW shall not:
L.4.1

kill, harm, harass, capture or take a living member of a species that is
listed as extirpated, endangered or threatened pursuant to the Canadian
Species at Risk Act;

L.4.2

kill, harm, harass, capture or take a living member of a species that is
listed as endangered or threatened pursuant to the Ontario Endangered
Species Act, 2007;

L.4.3

damage or destroy the residence of species listed as endangered,
threatened or extirpated (if a recovery strategy has recommended
reintroduction of the species into the wild in Canada), pursuant to the
Canadian Species at Risk Act or destroy any part of the critical habitat of a
species listed as endangered, threatened or extirpated (if a recovery
strategy has recommended reintroduction of the species into the wild in
Canada), pursuant to the Canadian Species at Risk Act;

L.4.4

damage or destroy the habitat of a species listed as extirpated, endangered
or threatened pursuant to the Ontario Endangered Species Act, 2007;

except in accordance with this Permit and any authorization under the Canadian
Species at Risk Act.

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If a species that is extirpated, endangered or threatened, other than a species listed in
Schedule G to this Permit or any authorization under the Canadian Species at Risk Act, is
encountered on the site of the Energy Centre, HIW shall immediately:
L.5.1

cease any activity that may adversely impact the species;

L.5.2

contact the Commissioner immediately to discuss how and when activities
shall resume; and

L.5.3

provide a report of such encounter, including the date, time and location of
observation, a description of the species, its behaviour and any noted
features of surrounding habitat as well as actions taken to minimize or
mitigate adverse impacts, if any, as developed in accordance with
Condition K.2.2 above.

L.6

No activity requiring authorization under the Canadian Species at Risk Act may proceed
unless the necessary authorizations have been obtained by HIW. HIW shall ensure
compliance with any authorization under the Canadian Species at Risk Act.

M.

NATURAL HERITAGE

M.1

For the pre-construction, construction, operation and decommissioning phases of the
Energy Centre set out in Schedule B, HIW shall implement the mitigation measures set
out in Schedule H for that respective phase.

M.2

HIW shall implement the Environmental Effects Monitoring Plan including the postconstruction bird and bat mortality monitoring described in the Environmental Effects
Monitoring Plan at a minimum of 27 of 91 constructed turbines.

M.3

If HIW determines that it must deviate from the Environmental Effects Monitoring Plan,
HIW shall contact the Commissioner prior to making any modifications to the
Environmental Effects Monitoring Plan and follow any directions provided.

M.4

A subset of turbines will be selected for mortality monitoring based upon representation
of areas adjacent to features identified in the Application.

M.5

HIW shall contact the Commissioner if any of the following bird and bat mortality
thresholds, exceeds:
M.5.1

10 bats per turbine per year across the Energy Centre;

M.5.2

14 birds per turbine per year at individual turbines or turbine groups;

M.5.3

0.2 raptors per turbine per year (all raptors) across the Energy Centre;

M.5.4

0.1 raptors per turbine per year (provincially tracked raptors) across the
Energy Centre;

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M.5.5

10 or more birds at any one turbine during a single monitoring survey; or

M.5.6

33 or more birds (including raptors) at multiple turbines during a single
monitoring survey.

M.6

If the bat mortality threshold described in Condition M.5 is exceeded, HIW shall
implement operational mitigation measures consistent with those described in the Ontario
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry publication entitled "Bats and Bat Habitats:
Guidelines for Wind Power Projects" dated July 2011, or in an amended version of the
publication.

M.7

If the bat mortality threshold described in Condition M.5.1 is exceeded after operational
mitigation is implemented in accordance with Condition M.6, HIW shall prepare and
implement a contingency plan, in consultation with the Commissioner to address
mitigation and scoped monitoring requirements.

M.8

If any of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.2, M.5.3 or M.5.4 are
exceeded for turbines located within 120 metres of important bird wildlife habitat, or if
disturbance effects are realized at important bird wildlife habitat within 120 metres of
turbine(s) while monitoring is being implemented in accordance with Condition M.1,
HIW shall implement immediate mitigation actions as described in the Environmental
Effects Monitoring Plan and conduct an additional three (3) years of effectiveness
monitoring.

M.9

If any of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.2, M.5.3 or M.5.4 are
exceeded for turbines located outside 120 metres of important bird wildlife habitat, HIW
shall conduct two (2) years of subsequent scoped mortality monitoring and cause and
effects monitoring. Following the completion of scoped monitoring, HIW shall
implement operational mitigation and effectiveness monitoring at individual turbines as
agreed to between HIW and the Commissioner for the first three (3) years following the
implementation of mitigation.

M.10 If either of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.5 or M.5.6 are
exceeded, HIW shall prepare and submit for the approval of the Commissioner, to address
immediate mitigation actions which shall include:
M.10.1

periodic shut-down of select turbines; or

M.10.2

blade feathering at specific times of year; or

M.10.3

an alternate plan agreed to between HIW, the Commissioner.

M.11 If any of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.2, M.5.3 or M.5.4 are
exceeded while monitoring is being implemented in accordance with Conditions M.8 or
M.9, or if either of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.5 or M.5.6
are exceeded after mitigation is implemented in accordance with Condition M.10, HIW

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shall prepare and submit for the approval of the Commissioner an appropriate response
plan that shall include some or all of the following mitigation measures:
M.11.1

increased reporting frequency to identify potential threshold exceedance;

M.11.2

additional behavioural studies to determine factors affecting mortality
rates;

M.11.3

periodic shut-down of select turbines;

M.11.4

blade feathering at specific times of year; or

M.11.5

an alternate plan agreed to between HIW and the Commissioner.

M.12 HIW shall implement the response plan subject to any changes made by the
Commissioner.
Reporting and Review of Results

M.13 HIW shall report, in writing, the results of the post-construction monitoring described in
Condition M.8, to the Commissioner for three (3) years on an annual basis and within
three (3) months of the end of each calendar year in which the monitoring took place.
M.14 HIW shall report, in writing, bird and bat mortality levels to the Commissioner for three
(3) years on an annual basis and within three (3) months of the conclusion of the
November mortality monitoring, with the exception of the following:
M.14.1

if either of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.5 or
M.5.6 are exceeded, HIW shall report the mortality event to the
Commissioner within 48 hours of observation;

M.14.2

for any and all mortality of species at risk (including a species listed by the
Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada as Extirpated,
Endangered or Threatened under the provincial Endangered Species Act,
2007) that occurs, HIW shall report the mortality to Environment Canada
and the Commissioner within 48 hours of observation or the next business
day;

M.14.3

if the bat mortality threshold described in Condition M.5.1 is exceeded,
HIW shall report mortality levels to the Commissioner for the additional
three (3) years of monitoring described in Condition M.6, on an annual
basis and within three (3) months of the conclusion of the October
mortality monitoring for each year;

M.14.4

if any of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.2,
M.5.3 or M.5.4 are exceeded for turbines located within 120 metres of
important bird wildlife habitat, HIW shall report mortality levels to the

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Commissioner for the additional three (3) years of effectiveness
monitoring described in Condition M.8, on an annual basis and within
three (3) months of the conclusion of the November mortality monitoring
for each year;
M.14.5

if any of the bird mortality thresholds described in Conditions M.5.2,
M.5.3 or M.5.4 are exceeded for turbines located outside 120 metres of
important bird wildlife habitat, HIW shall report mortality levels to the
Commissioner for the additional two (2) years of cause and effects
monitoring described in Condition M.9 on an annual basis and within
three (3) months of the conclusion of the November mortality monitoring
for each year; and

M.14.6

if HIW implements operational mitigation following cause and effects
monitoring in accordance with Condition M.9, HIW shall report mortality
levels to the Commissioner for the three (3) years of subsequent
effectiveness monitoring described in Condition M.9, on an annual basis
and within three (3) months of the conclusion of the November mortality
monitoring for each year

M.15 HIW shall provide the following documents as specified below:
M.15.1

on its website, any modifications or amendments to this Permit, including
any modifications or amendments to the schedules contained in this
Permit within ten (10) days of acceptance of the final plan by the
Commissioner or Council as the case may be;

M.15.2

to the Council, the results of the post-construction disturbance monitoring
as described in Condition M.13 within ten (10) days of acceptance of the
final report(s) by the Commissioner ; and

M.15.3

to the Council, annual bird and bat mortality monitoring as described in
Condition M.14 with the exception of Condition M.14.2 within ten (10)
days of acceptance of the final report(s) by the Commissioner.

N.

ENVIRONMENT CANADA

N.1

To the extent Environment Canada requires HIW to make commitments with respect to
exceptional weather events, HIW shall enter into the necessary arrangements with
Environment Canada.

O.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES AND NISHSHING AKI

O.1

HIW shall not construct, install, use, operate, maintain, decommission or conduct any
other physical activity in the areas of Nishshing Aki, as identified in the HIWEC Heritage
Assessment Report dated August, 2015 and listed in Schedule J to this Permit.

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O.2

HIW shall, prior to commencement of Construction Activities, prepare and submit to the
Commissioner a plan for any further archaeological fieldwork and for mitigation
measures for the protection of archaeological sites, and an Archaeological Resources
Protection Plan. HIW shall not commence construction of the Energy Centre until such
plan has been approved in writing by the Commissioner. HIW shall implement the
Archaeological Resources Protection Plan in conjunction with the construction of the
Energy Centre.

O.3

Should any previously undocumented archaeological resources be discovered at any
time in the course of constructing, operating or decommissioning the Energy Centre,
HIW shall:
O.3.1

cease all alteration of the area in which the archaeological resources were
discovered immediately;

O.3.2

notify Council and the Commissioner as soon as reasonably possible;

O.3.3

engage a consultant archaeologist to:

O.3.4

O.3.3.1

carry out the archaeological fieldwork necessary to further assess
the area in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Tourism,
Culture and Sport's Standards and Guidelines for Consultant
Archaeologists; and

O.3.3.2

propose a plan to protect the archaeological resources; and

if Council requests one or more Community meetings to discuss the
archaeological find(s) and the proposed Archaeological Resources
Protection Plan, arrange and participate in such meeting(s).

O.4

No further alteration of the area shall proceed until such time as Council is satisfied that
an appropriate plan is in place that will ensure the protection of the previously
undocumented archaeological resources.

O.5

All archaeological resources and Nishshing Aki are the property of HIFN and shall not
be removed from the site without the written authorization of Council.

P.

OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE

P.1

Prior to the commencement of the operation of the Energy Centre, HIW shall prepare the
Operations and Maintenance Manual, for use by HIW staff and contractors outlining the
operating procedures and a maintenance program for the Equipment that includes as a
minimum the following:
P.1.1

routine operating and maintenance procedures in accordance with good
engineering practices and as recommended by the equipment suppliers;

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P.1.2

emergency procedures;

P.1.3

procedures for any record keeping activities relating to operation and
maintenance of the equipment; and

P.1.4

all appropriate measures to minimize noise emissions from the equipment.

P.2

HIW shall implement the operations and maintenance procedures set out in the
Operations and Maintenance Manual, which may be updated from time to time. HIW
shall make available a copy of the Operations and Maintenance Manual to the
Commissioner upon request.

Q.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Q.1

Prior to the commencement of Construction Activities at the Energy Centre, HIW shall
prepare and submit to the Commissioner an Emergency Response Plan, for use by HIW
staff and contractors, outlining the response procedures to be carried out to address each
project phase (construction, operation or decommissioning) of the Energy Centre and
shall include at a minimum the following information:
Q.1.1

Hazard identification and assessment;

Q.1.2

Communication system (including updated emergency contact information
for HIW) and procedures;

Q.1.3

Administration of the plan (including roles and responsibilities, and
emergency resources); and

Q.1.4

Emergency response procedures.

Q.2

In the event that a trigger identified in the Emergency Response Plan arises, HIW shall
comply with and implement the Emergency Response Plan.

Q.3

HIW may modify the Emergency Response Plan to add additional triggering events or to
better respond to emergencies.

R.

COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

R.1

HIW shall provide the following to the Community:
R.1.1

updated project information, including the results of monitoring activities
undertaken and copies of additional archaeological assessment reports that
may be prepared; and;

R.1.2

updates on key steps in the construction, installation, operation, use and
decommissioning phases of the Energy Centre, including:

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R.1.2.1

notice of the commencement of Construction Activities at the
project location;

R.1.2.2

notice of completion of Construction
commencement of operations; and

R.1.2.3

notice of decommissioning.

Activities

and

During the construction, installation, operation, use and decommissioning of the Energy
Centre, HIW shall:
R.2.1

create and maintain written records of any communications with the
Community; and

R.2.2

make the written records available for review by the Commissioner upon
request.

R.3

If Council requests a Community meeting to obtain information relating to the
construction, installation, operation, use and decommissioning of the Energy Centre,
HIW shall arrange and participate in such a meeting.

S.

RECORD CREATION AND RETENTION

S.1

HIW shall create written records consisting of the following:

S.2

S.1.1

an operations log summarizing the Operation Activities of the Energy
Centre;

S.1.2

within the operations log, a summary of all inspections of the Energy
Centre, including routine inspections; and

S.1.3

a record of any complaint alleging an Adverse Effect caused by the
construction, installation, use, operation, maintenance or decommissioning
of the Energy Centre.

A record described under Condition S.1 shall include:
S.2.1

S.2.2

a description of the complaint that includes as a minimum the following:
S.2.1.1

the date and time the complaint was made;

S.2.1.2

the name, address and contact information of the person who
submitted the complaint;

a description of each incident to which the complaint relates that includes
as a minimum the following:
S.2.2.1

the date and time of each incident;

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S.2.2.2

the duration of each incident;

S.2.2.3

the wind speed and wind direction at the time of each incident;

S.2.2.4

the ID of the equipment involved in each incident and its output at
the time of each incident;

S.2.2.5

the location of the person who submitted the complaint at the time
of each incident; and

a description of the measures taken to address the cause of each incident to
which the complaint relates and to prevent a similar occurrence in the
future.

S.3

HIW shall retain, for a minimum of five (5) years from the date of their creation, all
records described in Condition S.1, and make these records available for review by the
Commissioner upon request.

T.

NOTIFICATION OF COMPLAINTS

T.1

HIW shall notify the Commissioner of each complaint within two (2) business days of the
receipt of the complaint.

T.2

HIW shall provide the Commissioner with the written records created under Condition
S.1 within eight (8) business days of the receipt of the complaint.

U.

MODIFICATIONS

U.1

The Commissioner may, without the approval of Council, modify this Permit and its
schedules, as follows:

U.2

U.1.1

modifications to any requirement of this Permit that are necessary to
achieve minimum compliance with an authorization under the Canadian
Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act or Migratory Birds Convention Act,
1994, S.C. 1994, c. 22, or an order of any Federal or Ontario Court of
competent jurisdiction.

U.1.2

modifications to mitigation, monitoring and contingency measures
including those in Schedules C, F, G or H;

U.1.3

modifications to reporting requirements; and

U.1.4

modifications to the wording of this Permit or its schedules for the
purposes of clarity that are in keeping with the intent of this Permit.

The Commissioner shall not modify this permit unless the Commissioner determines that
the modifications:

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U.2.1

do not reduce the level of protection provided to the environment,
archaeological resources or Nishshing Aki by this Permit:

U.2.2

are not likely to result in increased adverse environment effects; and

U.2.3

do not conflict with Canadian Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act or
Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994, or any authorization issued
thereunder.

U.3

Where, pursuant to U.1.1, a modification is necessary in order to achieve minimum
compliance with an authorization under the Canadian Species at Risk Act, Fisheries Act
or Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994 or an order of any Federal or Ontario Court of
competent jurisdiction, Conditions U.2.1-U.2.3 shall be deemed to have been met.

U.4

The modifications may be proposed by the Commissioner, or at the written request of
HIW as follows:
U.4.1

Where modifications are proposed by either the Commissioner or HIW,
the Commissioner shall provide to Council reasonable notice. Except
where the Commissioner has proposed the modification pursuant to
Conditions U.1.2, Council shall have an opportunity to make written
submissions regarding the proposed modifications.

U.4.2

Where modifications are proposed by the Commissioner, the
Commissioner shall provide to HIW reasonable notice and an opportunity
to make written submissions.

U.4.3

Where modifications are proposed by HIW, the Commissioner may require
a report demonstrating that the proposed modifications meet Conditions
U.2.1-U.2.3.

U.4.4

Where the Commissioner approves a modification, written notice is to be
given to HIW. Where the Commissioner proposed and approves a
modification pursuant to Conditions U.1.2 or U.1.4, HIW may appeal the
modification to Council, subject to the following:
U.4.4.1

HIW shall provide written notice of the grounds of appeal to the
Commissioner and Council within 30 days of the day HIW first
received written notice of the Commissioner’s decision to approve
the modification;

U.4.4.2

in the case of U.1.4, an appeal may be initiated on the basis that a
modification is consistent with the wording or intent of the Permit;

U.4.4.3

the Commissioner and HIW may make submissions to Council;
and

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Council may only allow the appeal where it has determined that
the modification is not necessary to avoid a significant adverse
environmental effect.

U.5

No modification made by the Commissioner pursuant to Condition U.1 is effective unless
it is proposed in writing and approved in writing.

U.6

Modifications made by the Commissioner pursuant to Condition U.1 are not amendments
for the purposes of section 20 and 21 of the EA and Permitting Land Law.

U.7

Changes to equipment location otherwise authorized by this Permit, including Schedules
G and H, are not modifications pursuant to Condition U.1.

V.

CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP

V.1

HIW shall notify the Commissioner in writing, and forward a copy of the notification to
the Commissioner, within thirty (30) days of the occurrence of any of the following
changes:
V.1.1

the ownership of the Energy Centre;

V.1.2

the operator of the Energy Centre;

V.1.3

the address of HIW;

V.1.4

the partners, where HIW is or at any time becomes a partnership and a
copy of the most recent declaration filed under the Business Names Act,
R.S.O. 1990, c. B.17, as amended, shall be included in the notification;
and

V.1.5

the name of the corporation where HIW is or at any time becomes a
corporation, and a copy of the most current information filed under the
Corporations Information Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.39, as amended, shall be
included in the notification.

W.

AMENDMENTS

W.1

Where Council is considering amending this Land Law, Council shall provide notice in
writing to HIW of the proposed amendment at least 10 days in advance of deciding
whether to approve the amendment.

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SCHEDULE A
ENERGY CENTRE DESCRIPTION

The Energy Centre shall consist of the construction, installation, operation, maintenance, use and
decommissioning of the following:
(a)

up to ninety-one (91) Vestas V126-3.3 wind turbine generators each rated at up to
3.6 megawatts generating output capacity

with a total nameplate capacity of 300 megawatts, each with a maximum hub height of up to 137
metres above grade and each with a maximum rotor diameter of 137 metres sited at the location
shown in Schedule D; and
(b)

associated ancillary equipment, systems, components and technologies including
two transformer stations to step up the 34.5kV voltage of the collector lines to the
230kV voltage of the transmission line, on-site access roads, an operations and
maintenance building and collector and transmission lines,

all in accordance with the Application.

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SCHEDULE B
PERMITTED PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES BY PHASE
PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHASE
1.

The following physical activities are permitted during the pre-construction phase:
(a)

Site Preparation and Land Clearing:
(i)

Geotechnical sampling

(ii)

Delineation of work area

(iii)

Vegetation clearing

(iv)

Delineation and preparation of temporary work areas

CONSTRUCTION PHASE
2.

The following physical activities are permitted during the construction phase:
(a)

(b)

Construction of access roads and laydown areas:
(i)

Construction of access roads as required (including blasting)

(ii)

Installation of temporary facilities including concrete batch plant(s), crusher(s),
Wind Turbine staging areas, construction compounds and laydown yards

Transportation of equipment and material:
(i)

(c)

On-site delivery of construction vehicles, equipment, and materials

Foundation excavation and construction:
(i)

Installation (includes excavation, blasting, and construction as required) of Wind
Turbine foundations

(ii)

Installation (includes excavation, blasting, and construction as required) of crane
pads

(iii)

Installation (includes excavation, blasting, and construction as required) of padmounted transformers

(iv)

Installation (includes excavation, blasting, and construction as required) of
Transformer Substation foundations

(v)

Installation (includes excavation, blasting, and construction as required) of O&M
foundation and building

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(d)

Wind Turbine installation:
(i)

(e)

3.

Erection of Wind Turbines

Collector system and transmission line installation:
(i)

Installation of above and/or below ground electrical collector lines

(ii)

Installation of on-Reserve transmission infrastructure

(f)

Installation of Transformer Substations

(g)

Construction completion
(i)

Reclamation of temporary construction areas

(ii)

Demobilization of construction works

(h)

Power connection and commissioning

(i)

Construction phase mitigation measures and monitoring

All temporary buildings and structures shall be removed and all construction related physical
activities shall cease prior to the commencement of the operation of the Energy Centre.

OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
4.

The following physical activities are permitted during the operating phase of the Energy Centre:
(a)

(b)

(c)

Energy Centre Operation:
(i)

Wind Turbine operation

(ii)

Meter calibrations

(iii)

Met tower data acquisition

Wind Turbine, collector system, road and crossing repair/maintenance:
(i)

Preventative and unplanned maintenance of Energy Centre components (includes
accessing such components)

(ii)

Maintenance of the collector system and any on-Reserve transmission lines
(includes accessing such components)

(iii)

Access road maintenance

Mitigation measures and monitoring

DECOMMISSIONING

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5.

The following physical activities are permitted during the decommissioning phase of the Energy
Centre:
(a)

Power disconnection and decommissioning of service:
(i)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

Disconnection of collector Transformer Stations

Transportation of materials:
(i)

On-site delivery of decommissioning vehicles and equipment

(ii)

Removal of Energy Centre components and infrastructure from site

Disassembly and removal of collector system components:
(i)

Disassembly and removal of collector Transformer Stations

(ii)

Disassembly and removal of pad-mounted transformers

(iii)

Disassembly and removal of above and/or below ground electrical collector lines

(iv)

Disassembly and removal of on-Reserve transmission infrastructure

Wind Turbine and/or tower disassembly and removal:
(i)

Disassembly and removal of Wind Turbine infrastructure

(ii)

Disassembly and removal of Meteorological towers

(iii)

Disassembly and removal of O&M building infrastructure

Decommissioning completion:
(i)

Reclamation of disturbed areas (includes reclamation of access roads)

(ii)

Grading of concrete foundations

(iii)

Demobilization of decommissioning works

(iv)

Mitigation measures and monitoring

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SCHEDULE C
DECOMMISSIONING PLAN REPORT
http://www.henveyinletwind.com/index.php/download_file/view/256/135/

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SCHEDULE D
COORDINATES OF EQUIPMENT

Turbine ID

Easting
[m]

Northing
[m]

3
4
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
24
25
26
27
28
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39

523121
523527
523801
523524
524642
524064
523729
524049
524357
525248
525350
527421
523941
524323
525119
525968
528351
527408
527595
528146
528910
528837
529601
529297
529797
530071
529499
525504
526446
526560
527713

5079906
5079507
5078989
5078349
5078218
5078074
5080288
5079892
5079296
5077957
5078487
5078857
5080825
5080374
5080356
5079735
5079834
5080090
5079486
5079222
5079678
5080463
5079784
5080169
5080740
5080243
5081120
5074920
5075009
5075647
5075411

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Turbine ID

Easting
[m]

Northing
[m]

40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
66
67
68
69
70
71
73
74
77
78
79
80
81

526809
527265
528114
528421
528847
528144
526456
529348
528808
528807
529470
529849
530020
528070
528366
528453
528916
529162
529453
529540
529742
530238
531670
531023
530276
530029
530390
527472
526968
527432
522354
522983
523310
522549
523404

5076303
5076047
5074425
5073536
5074062
5075012
5074519
5074549
5074717
5075356
5075524
5075135
5074662
5076261
5075731
5076902
5077778
5077137
5078210
5077683
5076770
5077263
5075919
5075433
5076631
5076106
5075594
5074206
5081286
5081184
5075451
5075707
5075327
5075033
5074679

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Turbine ID
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
101
102
103
104
105
107
108
109
110
111
114
115
122
Transformer
North
Transformer
South

Easting
[m]

Northing
[m]

524586
524641
525161
525749
526860
526160
527405
527740
522423
522766
523022
523906
525245
525687
526081
526639
526026
524699
522710
530197
531039
527118
527349
525317
524099
526947
527914
525956
529137

5074970
5074525
5074143
5074315
5073884
5073866
5073568
5073257
5079763
5079426
5078984
5077558
5080899
5080122
5078430
5078778
5079213
5078878
5074574
5078125
5076363
5075097
5074679
5079070
5078545
5079256
5073940
5075143
5076532

527480

5078545

527641

5076030

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SCHEDULE E
NOISE RECEPTORS
Receptor
ID

Easting
[m]

Northing
[m]

R1000

524659

5075916

R1006

521670

5076295

R1007

521927

5076285

R1008

522283

5076478

R1093

524333

5081674

R1094

524345

5081651

R1095

524365

5081652

R1097

527875

5081890

R1098

528102

5081873

R1099

529959

5082046

R1282

525440

5073337

R1288

521325

5075473

R1289

521314

5075461

R1290

521329

5075454

R1291

521312

5075440

R1292

521304

5075427

R1293

521310

5075414

Rl294

521315

5075399

R1295

521312

5075374

R1296

521324

5075365

R1297

521337

5075374

R1298

521345

5075393

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Receptor
ID

Easting
[m]

Northing
[m]

R1299

521331

5075418

R1300

521325

5075437

R2028

526180

5081883

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SCHEDULE F
WASTE MANAGEMENT MEASURES

Waste

Management Protocol

All waste

Waste will be stored so as to prevent leaks or spills.
There will be no permanent storage of waste on site.
Temporary storage will be either (a) permitted during the Preconstruction, Construction and Decommissioning phases until
the completion of such phase or 90 days thereafter; or (b)
permitted during Operating Activities for up to 90 days.
Disposal (following any temporary storage, as above) will be
arranged at off-site, licensed facilities.
Transportation off-site will be by licensed haulers with
appropriate manifests, in accordance with applicable provincial
or federal regulations.

Potentially hazardous waste

Stored temporarily in containment systems (labelled, sized to
provide a minimum impoundment of 100% of the volume of the
largest tank/drum plus 10% of the aggregate volume of all
remaining tanks/drums).

Domestic solid waste (e.g., Collected and permanently disposed of at offsite licensed
garbage, cardboard, plastics facility.
and organics)
Surplus excess impacted soil If soil impacted with contaminants is encountered during course
(topsoil and subsoil)
of excavations, removal offsite, disposed will be arranged at
offsite, licensed facilities as appropriate (in accordance with
applicable provincial or federal regulations).
Wood waste

Removed from site and recycled.

Construction waste and debris

Collected by licensed operator and disposed of at licensed
facility.
All reasonable efforts will be made to recycle materials.

Packing frames for WTG Returned to their respective vendors or will be recycled.
components
and
cabling
spools
Plastics from other containers Disposed of through offsite disposal and recycling facilities,
and packaging
where appropriate.
Construction materials and Where not saleable/reusable, recycle or permanently dispose of
scrap metals (e.g., copper at offsite licensed facility.
wiring and conductor)

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Waste

Management Protocol

Spent welding rods used Disposed of by licensed contractor at licensed offsite facility.
during Construction Activities
Oils, fuels and lubricants used Stored temporarily in containment systems (labelled, sized to
in maintenance and operation provide a minimum impoundment of 100% of the volume of the
of equipment or machinery
largest tank/drum plus 10% of the aggregate volume of all
remaining tanks/drums) and subsequently removed and
disposed of off-site.
Surplus
lubricating
oils,
grease, rags, batteries and
filters used in maintenance
during Operation Activities

Stored temporarily in accepted containment systems (labelled,
sized to provide a minimum impoundment of 100% of the
volume of the largest tank plus 10% of the aggregate volume of
all remaining tanks) and subsequently removed and disposed of
at off-site, licensed disposal and/or recycling facility.

Cleaning of concrete trucks Will occur at designated areas, located greater than 30 m from
and
cement
construction water features
materials
Ensure wash water used for cleaning of cement construction
materials does not come in contact with ground and deposit
waste water in concrete washout container that allows
evaporation and hardening for easier disposal or recover and
recycle wash water back into cement truck.
Sanitary
sewage
(O&M Transported to an off-site, licensed facility by hauler, as needed.
building washroom facilities)
Some packing-material waste

All recyclable materials will be separated from non-recyclable
materials and both streams will be removed from site and
disposed of at licensed facility.

Impacted soil from accidental
spills
or
releases
of
contaminants
(i.e.,
fuel,
lubricating oils and other
fluids)

During Construction Activities, spills to be cleaned up as soon
as possible, with soils impacted with contaminants to be
removed off-site, to a licensed disposal site if required (in
accordance with applicable provincial or federal regulations).
During Operation Activities, Spill Prevention and Response
Plan developed by HIW will be implemented, addressing waste
arising from spills.
During Decommissioning Activities, in event any soils are
impacted with contaminants, impacted soils will be removed
offsite and disposed of at licensed facility if required (in
accordance with applicable provincial or federal regulations).

Any soil encountered during
Construction or Operation
Activities that has visual
staining or odours, or contains
rubble, debris, cinders or other
visual evidence of impacts or

Soils impacted with contaminants to be removed to off-site, to
an offsite licensed disposal site where required (under
applicable provincial or federal regulations).
Soils
impacted
with
contaminants
identified
at
Decommissioning phase will be removed off site and disposed
of at off-site, licensed facility where required (under applicable

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Waste
Management Protocol
contaminants identified during provincial or federal regulations).
Decommissioning Activities
Dismantled
turbine
generators,
pad-mounted
transformers, access roads,
overhead
collector
lines,
transformer
stations,
meteorological towers and
O&M building – includes
removed concrete including
any rebar or steel anchor
bolts, removed granular base
material/crushed gravel from
access roads and metal and
wood components

Efforts will be made to re-use equipment and salvage parts;
otherwise, removed components will be disposed off-site at
licensed waste facility, scrap metal yard or recycling facilities.
Granular base material and crushed gravel used to construct
access roads will be removed from site. At the request of HIFN,
all or portions of access roads may be left in place for future
use. Culverts installed during Construction Activities will also
be removed from the site unless otherwise requested by HIFN.

Stripped chemically-treated Monopoles will be removed and disposed of at off-site, licensed
exterior
of
dismantled facility.
monopoles
of
overhead
collection lines
Geotextile fabric removed Will be removed and disposed of at off-site, licensed facility.
during
Decommissioning Activities

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES

Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measure Applicable to All Species At Risk ("SAR")
Measure

Description
For the purposes of both Schedules G and H, "micrositing" means minor shifts (ie. up to a maximum of 20 m) of project components (eg. equipment, laydown areas, roads) to further avoid important
SAR habitat features. Such shifts will be proposed only after completion of any pre-construction surveys to further identify important habitat features.

Micrositing

Where there are shifts to the locations of equipment specified in Schedule D that exceed 10m, the Noise Impact Assessment Report shall be updated before any such shift is implemented to ensure
compliance with the Noise Guidelines for Wind Farms, and submitted to the Commissioner for approval.
The following mitigation measures will be implemented in respect to the Environmental Monitor:
 An Environmental Monitor will be on site during all construction activities.
 An Environmental Monitor will be present during blasting activities (to review the site prior to and during blasting activities, and ensure compliance with the Blasting Plan).
 Additional Environmental Monitors will be present during key construction activities including vegetation removal, dewatering and blasting, and as required to ensure compliance with
environmental requirements.
 Environmental Monitors will also complete daily, weekly and monthly monitoring of general and specific activities/measures (such as monitoring ecopassages and culverts to ensure that no debris is
compromising their use, effectiveness of erosion and sedimentation control measures, fuel storage tanks etc.).
 Environmental Monitors will also keep daily logs of their activities and note any non-compliance issues. Any non-compliance issues will be provided to the General Contractor for immediate
follow-up.

Environmental Monitor

The Environmental Monitor will be on-site during construction activities and conduct daily monitoring and inspections during vegetation removal, dewatering and blasting, and as necessary during
other activities to ensure compliance with environmental requirements. In addition:
 One Environmental Monitor will be present with each construction crew completing the above activities during breeding bird season (April 1 –August 31), the active turtle period (April 15 –
September 30), active snake period (April 15 – September 30) and bat roosting period (April 30 – September 1).
 A qualified Biologist or the Environmental Monitor will drive along existing access roads and monitor for SAR each morning and afternoon. If encountered, Sighting Response Protocol (as set out
in Schedule H below) will be followed.
 An Environmental Monitor will be present during blasting activities (to review the site prior to and during blasting activities).
Should there be a SAR mortality, the SAR Adaptive Management Plan, set out below, will be reviewed and if necessary revised to provide additional SAR protection. The determination as to whether
and how to revise the Adaptive Management is subject to the approval of the Commissioner.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measure Applicable to All Species At Risk ("SAR")
Measure

Description
The following mitigation measures apply with respect to the potential for illegal poaching or persecution of SAR:

Poaching

 An Environmental Monitor shall regularly patrol the site to identify illegal SAR poaching and report any such activities to authorities for appropriate action.
 Surveillance cameras will be place strategically throughout the site, in both sensitive and non-sensitive habitats and both hidden and plain-view cameras are to be used. Location of such cameras
will not be disclosed to construction/operations staff. Environmental Monitor will regularly review recordings and report any suspicious or illegal activity to authorities.
 A check-in/check-out policy will be implemented for all vehicles entering and leaving the site and each registered vehicle will prominently display an access form on the dash or windshield of the
vehicle.
 Undertake an anti-poaching public awareness initiative involving HIFN members.
 Regular vehicle checks for wildlife will occur for vehicles leaving the site.
 Illegal activities regarding SAR, including poaching, intentional harming, harassing or killing, will not be tolerated by HIW and will be immediately reported to authorities for appropriate action.
 HIW shall provide a monetary reward to any individual that provides information that leads to a successful investigation of a poaching incident within the project area.
 All contractors will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) that relates to all wildlife observed at the site.
A SAR adaptive management plan shall be provided by HIW for the protection of SAR and their habitat ("SAR Adaptive Management Plan") for each of the following phases:
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Adaptive Management

Pre-Construction Phase, following pre-construction surveys.
Construction Phase, before the commencement of the phase.
Operations Phase, before the commencement of the phase.
Decommissioning Phase, before the commencement of the phase.

The SAR Adaptive Management Plan will include:
 Performance objectives for any mitigation measures included in this schedule.
 Triggers for further mitigation that relate to these performance objectives (including for any operational mitigation).
 Monitoring in relation to performance objectives and mitigation.
 Further mitigation, or modification to existing mitigation where appropriate based on monitoring, performance objectives and triggers.
SAR Adaptive Management Plans will be subject to the acceptance of the Commissioner.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measure Applicable to All Species At Risk ("SAR")
Measure

Description
HIW shall provide an overall benefit plan for each SAR species (and their habitat) protected by the mitigation measures set out in this schedule (the "Overall Benefit Plan"). The Overall Benefit Plan
will set out the measures that will confer an overall benefit to the species within a reasonable time. The Overall Benefit Plan will include all existing measures in this Permit that confer a benefit on the
SAR species, and should additional measures be required to confer an overall benefit on one or more SAR species, such additional measures which may include:

Overall Benefit

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upgrades to habitat;
compensation or offsets for habitat;
funding of research conducted by academic institutions targeting information gaps or potential threats associated with SAR found in the site area;
contribution to Fatal Light Awareness Program (ww.flap.org) and/or habitat enhancement for Kirtland's Warbler;
contribution to a reptile rehabilitation centre in proximity to the site;
facilitating, directly or in collaboration with an appropriate organization (eg. EC-CWS, MNRE, Toronto Zoo), an anti-poaching public awareness initiative targeting the Parry Sound District;
upgrades to the existing Bekanon Road to reduce current risks (unrelated to the Project) to SAR.

The Overall Benefit Plan for the SAR impacts during the Pre-Construction, Construction and Operations Phases of the Energy Centre shall be delivered by HIW for approval by the Commissioner
after any preconstruction surveys, but before commencement of Construction Activities. An Overall Benefit Plan for the Decommissioning Phase shall be delivered for approval by the Commissioner
prior to that phase. Overall benefit plans shall include monitoring and reporting of all compensation and offset measures.
HIW shall comply with the Overall Benefit Plans and commence implementation of the overall benefit measures in accordance with the plans immediately upon approval by the Commissioner.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES

Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity
Pre-Construction Activities
Construction Activities
Decommissioning Activities

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Preconstruction surveys will be undertaken to further identify key habitats such as
hibernation, gestation, nesting areas for micrositing of equipment and infrastructure to
avoid these areas or apply appropriate mitigation.

A qualified Biologist will be on-site from April 1 to
August 31 during clearing activities to oversee
vegetation removal and conduct nest and nest
activity surveys as required.

If an active nest or confirmed nesting activity is
found, a buffer area will be implemented around
the nest or nesting activity. The radius of the
buffer will range depending on the species, level of
disturbance and landscape context which will be
confirmed by a qualified Biologist (Environment
Canada 2014d), but will protect a minimum area of
10m surrounding the nest. This minimum buffer is
expected to provide protection of the nest from
minor work, such as vegetation clearing, access
road creation, and general heavy machinery usage
or vehicle operation.

From May 7 to July 7, 2016 a survey will be conducted re: Kirtland's Warbler use of
habitat by same team as conducted 2015 bird breeding surveys (within environmental
assessment study area and in publically accessible Georgian Bay Shoreline areas).
If vegetation must be removed during the overall bird nesting season of April 1 to August
31, the following mitigation will apply, in accordance with the Migratory Birds
Convention Act:
 Within complex habitats*, removal of all vegetation will occur outside the core bird
nesting season of May 1 to July 28, when a minimum of 60% of nesting activity
occurs in each of the 3 habitat types, as per Environment Canada's Nesting Calendar
for Zone C3 (Environment Canada 2014d).
 From April 1st to April 30th, nest and nesting activity searches will be conducted in
areas defined as simple habitat* immediately prior to vegetation clearing.
 From May 1st to July 28th, nest and nesting activity searches will be conducted in
simple habitat immediately prior to vegetation clearing. Vegetation clearing will not
occur within complex habitats during this period.
 From July 29th to August 31st, nest and nesting activity searches will be conducted in
simple habitat immediately prior to vegetation clearing.
*Note: Complex habitats refer to habitats that contain a variety of individual nesting
sites in a range of habitats. For instance, forest and shrub-dominated communities may
contain nesting spots within the canopy, sub-canopy, shrub layer and ground layer,
where identification of active nests may be difficult. Simple habitats refer to habitats that
contain few likely nesting spots or a homogenous community where identification of
active nests can be completed with confidence. For instance, open rock barrens or other
sparsely vegetated habitats may be considered simple habitats, depending on site-specific
vegetation cover.
Minimize vegetation removal and limit to within the construction footprint. The
construction footprint will be clearly defined prior to vegetation removal. Delineation
will be in the form of flagging tape, wooden stakes and/or silt fence barriers that will

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional biologist with demonstrated experience
in avian ecology, identification, and impact
assessments, or a field staff with demonstrated skills
in visual and auditory identification of birds,
working under direct guidance from a qualified
Biologist.
Nest surveys may be conducted in simple habitat (as
defined under mitigation measures) and will include
searching around the general vicinity of areas
proposed for vegetation removal, including within
10m. Nesting activity will be documented when it
consists of confirmed breeding evidence, as defined
by OBBA criteria (OBBA 2001)
 Distraction display or injury feigning
 Used nest or egg shell found (occupied/laid this
season)
 Recently fledged young or downy young
 Adults leaving or entering nest site in
circumstances indicating occupied nest
 Adult carrying faecal sac
 Adult carrying food for young
 Nest containing eggs
 Nest with young seen or heard

The nest itself will not be marked using flagging
tape or other similar material as this increases the
risk of nest predation, however the outer limits of
the buffer can be marked (Environment Canada
2014d) and UTM co-ordinates will be taken.

Regular environmental construction monitoring and
routine inspections will be undertaken to ensure
vegetation removal occurs within the delineated

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged, as identified by the
Environmental Monitor, project staff, or

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation
each provide clear identification of the construction limits. With respect to the latter (silt
fence barriers), these will be implemented if sedimentation control is also required.

The construction footprint will be microsited within the larger permitted project location
to construct equipment and project infrastructure, such as roads, away from SAR habitats
and residences and complex habitats, by the qualified Biologist. Micrositing will include
notation of potential Kirtland Warbler's habitat (eg. Jack Pine stands at a height of 1.5 to
5m).
If this is not possible, appropriate timing windows, clearing restrictions, and nest buffers
will be applied (see above).

Rehabilitation of temporary work areas to be advanced (within 1 year of completion of
the construction/decommissioning phase) as appropriate to the type of habitat that was
removed (eg. replant forested areas using native stock) for these species. In order to
enhance insect prey populations preferred by bird SAR (ie. Canada Warbler and Olivesided Flycatcher), planting plans for the rehabilitated areas will include flowering
herbaceous plants that are known to occur within environmental assessment study area.
Although it is not possible to calculate the area of temporary disturbance associated with
access roads due to micrositing and site-specific conditions, the temporary disturbance
area associated with turbine construction/decommissioning is approximately 17.3ha.
Clearly post speed limit signage along access roads (20km/hr), install speed bumps and
post speed limits of 10km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity, and instruct
all staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site. Restrict driving on-site to
daytime hours (sunrise to sunset) during the breeding bird season (April 1 to August 31).
Travel at night along access roads will only occur in emergency situations.
The Blasting Plan will be adhered to including:
 Blasting will only occur in areas that have already been cleared of vegetation;

Monitoring

Contingency

construction footprint.

construction personnel.

Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by the Environmental or
Engineering Monitor as per construction drawings.

Prune any perimeter tree limbs or roots that are
accidentally damaged by construction activities
using proper arboricultural techniques. Accidental
damage to trees, or unexpected vegetation removal,
may require re-planting of similar, native species.
If re-planting is required, a re-planting strategy will
be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS .
Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.

Regular environmental construction monitoring and
routine inspections will be undertaken to ensure
vegetation removal occurs within the delineated
construction footprint.
Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by Environmental or
Engineering Monitor as per construction drawings.

Monitoring of the rehabilitation activities will be
completed annually for the first 3 years to ensure
vegetation is established.

The Environmental Monitor is to ensure speed limits
are posted and communicated to project staff.

Pre-blasting inspections by the Environmental
Monitor will include ensuring blasting is occurring

Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If replanting is required, a re-planting strategy will be
provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS .
If, after 3 years, vegetation has not established,
additional rehabilitation activities will be
undertaken in areas that remain deficient of
established vegetation.

Should any mortality occur outside in areas where
speed bumps have not already been installed,
consideration will be given to installing additional
speed bumps or speed limit signs in the immediate
vicinity of areas of SAR mortality.
Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

 The construction footprint will be microsited to reduce blasting to the greatest extent
possible.
 Blast mats will be used to control debris generated from blasting;
 Prior to blasting, a qualified Biologist will conduct an area search of the proposed
blasting area to ensure no SAR birds are present (e.g. ground-nesting birds perched on
ground);
 Ensure wildlife (e.g. birds flying over) are not in the blasting zone prior to detonation.
If wildlife is encountered in the blasting zone, postpone detonation until the wildlife
has vacated the area;
 Follow proper drilling, explosive handling and loading procedures;
 Implement safe handling and storage procedures for all materials, including soluble
substances used for blasting; and
 Remove all blasting debris and other associated equipment/products from the blast
area.

in areas where vegetation has already been cleared
and ensuring blast mats are used appropriately
control debris generated from blasting.

Conduct construction and decommissioning activities during daylight hours for increased
visibility, as well as to avoid light pollution effects during the night.
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In emergency circumstances where construction/decommissioning activities
must occur at night from April to September, a lighting scheme will be used to
minimize potential risks to wildlife and will include the following: lighting or
spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a minimum..
Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol ("SRP" as set out in Schedule H
below).

Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible
species encounters.
To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff.
Outdoor garbage receptacles will only be installed at the Operations building and will be
wildlife-proof.

Contingency

A qualified Biologist will conduct an area search of
the proposed blasting area to ensure no SAR birds, or
nests, are present, the day of blasting, as close to the
blasting time as safety considerations will allow.

Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If replanting is required, a re-planting strategy will be
provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS .

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional biologist with demonstrated experience
in avian ecology, identification, and impact
assessments, or a field staff with demonstrated skills
in visual and auditory identification of birds,
working under direct guidance from a qualified
Biologist.
No monitoring is required for these mitigation
measures.

If any accidental damage to habitat occurs,
rehabilitation will occur as appropriate to the type
of habitat that was accidentally removed, within 1
year of the completion of the construction/
decommissioning phase.

The Environmental Monitor to ensure the species
observation log is kept up to date, procedures are
followed and reporting is submitted to EC, as
required.

If any of the requirements or procedures related to
staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
HIW's environmental management team will
discuss and revise the Protocol accordingly. The
environmental team includes HIW’s environmental
manager and its construction and operations
managers.
No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

No monitoring
measures.

required

for these

mitigation

No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity
Operations

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Implement a proactive approach to feathering turbine blades below the manufacturer's
recommended cut-in speed. Feathering refers to the act of pitching turbine blades by 90°,
parallel to the wind or turning the turbine nacelle so that the blades are facing away from
the wind.

Conduct 3 years of post-construction bird mortality
monitoring following Birds and Bird Habitats:
Guidelines for Wind Power Projects (OMNR
2011b).

A report outlining the methods employed and the
results of monitoring will be prepared and
submitted to Commissioner and EC-CWS on an
annual basis to determine if additional monitoring
and/or mitigation measures are warranted.

Feathering is an effective approach to minimize blade rotation in low wind speeds.

Utilize a lighting scheme that will minimize continuous lighting and the use of bright
lights throughout the Project Area to reduce confusion to bird SAR and minimize
attraction to lit structures (EC-CWS 2007b).
Lighting scheme to include the following, while still fulfilling minimum Transport
Canada requirements:
 Implement red LED flashing lights on turbines,
 Light turbines and permanent met/communication towers to the minimum federal
standards,
 Ground-level lights (i.e. buildings, turbine bases, etc.) will be directed downward and
shall use motion or heat sensors where practical and allowed by applicable codes and
the authority having jurisdiction,
 Use of high-intensity lighting or spotlights, if required, will be temporary and will be
kept to a minimum,
 Any internal nacelle lighting will only be used when occupied.
Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

No monitoring is required for these mitigation
measures.

Operations staff to ensure the species observation log
is kept up to date and that procedures are followed.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR turtle mortality or turtle activity on roads to the
appropriate staff.

Consider changes in turbine operations (e.g.,
changes in cut-in speed, selective shutdown of
specific turbines at key times of year or under
certain weather conditions) during periods of high
mortality.
No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

If any of the requirements or procedures related to
staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
the operations staff will discuss and revise the
Protocol accordingly.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Vegetation trimming will be limited to areas that have been previously cleared during
construction.

If vegetation trimming is to occur within the bird
nesting season (April 1 to August 31), a qualified
Biologist will complete a nest and nesting activity
survey immediately prior to vegetation maintenance.

Prune any tree limbs or roots using proper
arboricultural techniques.

Schedule trimming of any necessary vegetation removal during routine maintenance
activities to occur outside of the overall bird nesting season, from April 1 to August 31
(Environment Canada 2014d). If this is not possible, the following mitigation will apply,
in accordance with the Migratory Birds Convention Act and the EPP's Wildlife
Management Plan:
 Within complex habitats*, removal of all vegetation is proposed to occur outside the
core bird nesting season of May 1 to July 28, when a minimum of 60% of nesting
activity occurs in each of the 3 habitat types, as per Environment Canada's Nesting
Calendar for Zone C3 (Environment Canada 2014d),
 Nest surveys will be conducted in areas defined as simple habitat* immediately prior
to vegetation clearing.
*Note: Complex habitats refer to habitats that contain a variety of individual nesting
sites in a range of habitats. For instance, forest and shrub-dominated communities may
contain nesting spots within the canopy, sub-canopy, shrub layer and ground layer,
where identification of active nests may be difficult. Simple habitats refer to habitats that
contain few likely nesting spots or a homogenous community where identification of
active nests can be completed with confidence. For instance, open rock barrens or other
sparsely vegetated habitats may be considered simple habitats, depending on site-specific
vegetation cover.
If any suitable hazard tree, such as a tree which poses an immediate safety risk to
individuals and/or a risk to the functionality of equipment, is identified, the tree may be
removed at any time through consultation with the Commissioner and EC-CWS. The
need for additional mitigation measures or permits in these circumstances will be
addressed on a site-specific basis.

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional biologist with demonstrated experience
in avian ecology, identification, and impact
assessments, or a field staff with demonstrated skills
in visual and auditory identification of birds,
working under direct guidance from a qualified
Biologist.
Nest surveys will be conducted in simple habitat (as
defined under mitigation measures) and will include
searching around the general vicinity of areas
proposed for vegetation removal, including within
10m. Nesting activity will be documented when it
consists of confirmed breeding evidence, as defined
by OBBA criteria (OBBA 2001)
 Distraction display or injury feigning;
 Used nest or egg shell found (occupied/laid this
season);
 Recently fledged young or downy young;
 Adults leaving or entering nest site in
circumstances indicating occupied nest;
 Adult carrying faecal sac;
 Adult carrying food for young;
 Nest containing eggs; or
 Nest with young seen or heard.

If an active nest or confirmed nesting activity is
found, a buffer area will be implemented around
the nest or nesting activity until a qualified
Biologist has confirmed the nest is no longer
active. The radius of the buffer will range
depending on the species, level of disturbance and
landscape context which will be confirmed by a
qualified Biologist (Environment Canada 2014d),
but will protect a minimum area of 10m
surrounding the nest. This minimum buffer is
expected to provide protection of the nest from
nearby activities, such as vegetation clearing and
heavy machinery or vehicle operation.
The nest itself will not be marked using flagging
tape or other similar material as this increases the
risk of nest predation, however the outer limits of
the buffer can be marked (Environment Canada
2014d) and UTM co-ordinates will be taken.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Clearly post speed limit signage along access roads (20km/hr), install speed bumps and
post speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity (see Map 21),
and instruct all staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.

During the breeding bird season (April 1 to August
31), all maintenance and biological crews will
consist of two people, one of which will be trained to
spot SAR birds that may be on the road.

The selected adaptive management approach will
be based on the specific circumstances that
contributed to the observed impact on the species
and will be determined by a qualified Biologist for
the purpose of further mitigating against potential
impacts to the species.

During the breeding bird season (April 1 to August 31), all maintenance and biological
crews (which will encompass the vast majority of vehicle traffic on access roads) will
consist of two people, one of which will be trained to scan for SAR birds that may be on
the road, and will use binoculars (when appropriate). The trained wildlife spotter will
continually scan the access road ahead of the vehicle to ensure no SAR birds are roosting
or nesting on the road or shoulder. Restrict driving on-site to daytime hours (sunrise to
sunset) during breeding bird season (April 1 to August 31). Travel at night along access
roads will only occur in emergency situations.
If a SAR bird is identified on the road, the vehicle will immediately stop and will
continue around the bird at a very low speed (e.g. less than 5 km/h), if there is enough
room to safely proceed.
The following mitigation measures regarding post-construction monitoring will be
implemented:
 Develop and implement a follow-up and monitoring plan, which includes a postconstruction bird mortality and disturbance monitoring program consistent with Birds
and Bird Habitats: Guidelines for Wind Power Projects (OMNR 2011a);
 Report the findings of the post-construction monitoring program to Commissioner and
EC-CWS as required on an annual basis;
 Implement adaptive management techniques, such as operational mitigation as
determined appropriate through post-construction monitoring;
Report confirmed Species at Risk mortalities during post-construction monitoring to the
Commissioner and EC-CWS within 48hrs of a confirmed species identification.

The wildlife spotter will be trained to identify SAR
birds that may be roosting or nesting on the road and
will enforce speed limits on all access roads.

Conduct 3 years of bird mortality monitoring
consistent with Birds and Bird Habitats: Guidelines
for Wind Power Projects (OMNR 2011a).
Conduct the following post-construction bird
disturbance monitoring for a minimum of 3 years:
 Pre-construction breeding bird surveys completed
in 2015, as well as 12 other representative sites at
varying distances from the HIWEC location, will
be repeated annually for a minimum of 3 years
post-construction to ensure similar species
abundance and diversity continue to be found in
the HIWEC Project Area (with interim technical
memos during migratory/breeding bird season of
each surveyed year).
 Pre-construction crepuscular bird surveys
completed in 2015 will be repeated annually for a
minimum of 3 years post-construction to ensure
similar species abundance and diversity continue
to be found in the HIWEC Project Area.

Should any mortality occur in areas where speed
bumps have not already been installed,
consideration will be given to installing additional
speed bumps or speed limit signage in the
immediate vicinity of areas of SAR mortality.

The selected adaptive management approach will
be based on the specific circumstances that
contributed to the observed impact on the species
and will be determined by a qualified Biologist for
the purpose of further mitigating against potential
impacts to the species.
A report outlining the methods employed and the
results of monitoring will be prepared and
submitted to Commissioner and EC-CWS on an
annual basis to determine if additional monitoring
and/or mitigation measures are warranted.
Consider changes in turbine operations (e.g.,
changes in cut-in speed, selective shutdown of
specific turbines at key times of year or under
certain weather conditions) during periods of high
mortality.
If mortality of Common Nighthawk is recorded
during 3 years of monitoring, adaptive management

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ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bird Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency
measures will be determined by qualified avian
Biologist and HIW (e.g. potential turbine
curtailment at dusk and dawn during breeding bird
season for Common Nighthawk).
In the event that, after 2 years, breeding bird
surveys indicate notable changes in bird abundance
or species diversity, EC-CWS will be consulted to
determine if additional mitigation measures are
warranted through an adaptive management
approach.

Conduct maintenance activities during daylight hours for increased visibility as well as to
avoid light pollution effects during the night, wherever possible. In emergency
circumstances where operational activities must occur at night during breeding bird
season (April 1 to August 31), a lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks
to bird SAR and lighting or spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to
a minimum.
Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with species that
may be encountered.
To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff.
Outdoor garbage receptacles will only be installed at the operations building and will be
wildlife-proof.

No monitoring is required for these mitigation
measures.

In the event post-construction surveys identify an
increased presence of Brown-headed Cowbird,
selective culling or trapping of such species may
occur or additional breeding bird monitoring may
be implemented, as determined necessary through
consultation with EC-CWS.
No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

No monitoring is required for these mitigation
measures.

No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES

Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Turtle Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Pre-Construction Activities

Preconstruction surveys to be undertaken to further identify key habitats such as
hibernation, gestation, nesting areas for micrositing of equipment and infrastructure, to
avoid these areas or apply appropriate mitigation.

In the rare case where construction was initially
designed to avoid an area and exclusionary fencing had
not been installed prior to the turtle nesting period, a
qualified Biologist experienced in working with turtles
will complete area searches immediately prior to
construction to identify any potential nesting areas and
nesting activity during the turtle nesting/hatching
period of June 1 to September 15.

If an active nest or confirmed nesting activity is
found, a buffer area will be implemented around
the nest or nesting activity. The radius of the
buffer will range depending on the species, level
of disturbance and landscape context which will
be confirmed by a qualified Biologist, but will be
protected by a minimum radius of 30m
surrounding the nest. This minimum buffer is
expected to provide protection of the nest from
minor work, such as vegetation clearing, access
road creation, and general heavy machinery
usage or vehicle operation.

Construction Activities
Decommissioning
Activities

The following will be adhered to within areas that provide confirmed and/or likely turtle
nesting habitat (e.g., within sandy habitats, shorelines, soil-filled cracks in rock barren, or
wetlands where turtle nesting activity has been observed or where suitable habitat is within
an area with confirmed turtle observations) and that are identified to be cleared of
vegetation between June 1 and September 15:
 Construction footprint will be sited within the Project Location to avoid suitable nesting
habitat between June 1 and September 15.;
 In suitable nesting areas that are unavoidable, exclusionary fencing will be installed
around the extent of construction footprint that overlaps nesting habitat prior to the
turtle nesting/hatching period of June 1 to September 15 to prevent turtle nesting
activity prior to construction activities.
Construction activities will not occur within 30m of any confirmed turtle nest during the
period of June 1 to September 15.
Habitat creation is to be completed either prior to the potential use of habitat by species or
prior to removal of habitat. For turtles SAR, each nesting mound will be created prior to
June 1 (if habitat removal occurs between September 16 and May 31) or will be created
prior to the removal of any suitable nearby site that it is intended to replace (if that habitat
is removed between June 1 and September 15).
A minimum of 12 artificial turtle nesting mounds will be created strategically throughout
the site with the potential for additional habitats to be created based on the micrositing
process. Mounds to be created strategically (without additional disturbance) by using a
method developed by Paterson, et al. (2013) that combines a mixture of gravel (60%) and
sand (40%) into a pile approximately 6m across and 0.5m high, placed preferentially within
100m of habitat that contains open aquatic features and also in areas where turtle
observations have occurred on the same side of the access road as the open aquatic habitat.
Specific mound sizes and locations will be developed through a more detailed site-specific
evaluation of suitable habitat and will not adversely impact other important habitats.
Stockpile areas placed prior to June 30 (turtle egg laying period) will be assessed by a

Once the Biologist has cleared the area, install turtle
appropriate exclusionary fencing during construction/
decommissioning within areas of concentrated turtle
activity to limit road and construction-related
mortality.
Between June 1 and September 15, a qualified
Biologist will search the area of disturbance
immediately prior to vegetation clearing occurring
between June 1 and September 15 to ensure no nests
are present.
If any confirmed, or suspected, turtle nests are
identified within the vicinity of the project location,
nest monitoring will be conducted twice per week
during the construction and decommissioning phases
to monitor the success of the nest and ensure its
protection from construction impacts. Surveys will be
completed during the turtle nesting/hatching season
between June 1 and September 15.
Daily monitoring of areas where active vegetation
removal is occurring will be conducted by
Environmental Monitor to ensure vegetation removal
is occurring from within the delineated boundaries of
the construction footprint and that area searches for
turtle nests are conducted prior to vegetation removal

The nest itself will not be marked using flagging
tape or other similar material as this increases the
risk of nest predation, however the outer limits of
the buffer can be marked and UTM co-ordinates
will be taken. Through consultation with CWS, a
protective cage may be placed over the nest to
protect it from predation.
Repair any exclusionary fencing, if damaged or
otherwise not functioning properly, as identified
by the Environmental Monitor, project staff, or
construction personnel.

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Physical Activity

Mitigation
qualified biologist to determine if they are suitable turtle nesting habitat, and exclusionary
fencing will be installed where necessary.

Monitoring

Contingency

occurring within June 1 and September 15.

Immediately prior to vegetation clearing, a qualified Biologist will conduct a search of the
area to ensure no turtle SAR are present. Field crews will immediately stop work for all
turtles observed within the construction area during searches and observe whether
individuals vacate the construction area. Should turtles (except for nesting turtles)
encountered not vacate the area, they will be relocated to an area of similar habitat at least
50m, but less than 300m to where they were found and in the same direction that they are
facing/moving by a trained turtle handler. In the unlikely event that similar habitat is not
found within those parameters, the turtle will be relocated to the next closest location of
similar habitat. All required permits under Section 73(2) of SARA will be obtained prior to
handling SAR.
Removal of natural vegetation within suitable turtle hibernating habitat (wetland and
aquatic habitat) will be completed by hand from October 15 to April 30, when feasible.
Removal of vegetation using heavy machinery will be avoided within suitable turtle
hibernating habitat (wetland and aquatic habitat) during the winter turtle and snake
hibernation season, from October 15 to April 30. Best management practices for heavy
machinery usage within wetlands will be used to reduce impact on overwintering turtles.
Best management practices may include, but are not limited to, low ground pressure
equipment, wide tires, rubberized tracks, swamp mats, lightweight equipment, varying
paths and low tire inflation pressure.
Heavy machinery will be required to cross wetlands during the turtle hibernation period of
October 15 to April 30. Where these crossings are necessary, heavy machinery will avoid
known hibernation sites as identified through baseline and pre-construction surveys and
cross at the most narrow crossing location (as deemed reasonable) or as close to the edge as
possible within the construction footprint. Best management practices for heavy machinery
use in wetlands will also be applied, which may include, but will not be limited to, low
ground pressure equipment, wide tires, rubberized tracks, swamp mats, lightweight
equipment, varying paths and low tire inflation pressure.
Minimize vegetation removal and limit to within the identified construction footprint. The
construction footprint will be clearly defined prior to vegetation removal. Delineation will
be in the form of flagging tape, wooden stakes and/or silt fence barriers that will each
provide clear identification of the construction limits. With respect to the latter (silt fence
barriers), these will be implemented if sedimentation control is also required.

Regular environmental construction monitoring and
routine inspections will be undertaken to ensure
vegetation removal occurs within the delineated
construction footprint.

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.
Prune any perimeter tree limbs or roots that are
accidentally damaged by construction activities

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Physical Activity

Mitigation

Rehabilitation of temporary work areas to be advanced (within 1 year of completion of the
construction/decommissioning phase) as appropriate to the type of habitat that was
removed (eg. installation of artificial nesting structures) for these species.
Although it is not possible to calculate the area of temporary disturbance associated with
access roads due to micrositing and site-specific conditions, the temporary disturbance area
associated with turbine construction/decommissioning is approximately 17.3ha.
The construction footprint will be micro-sited within the larger permitted project location
to site equipment and infrastructure, such as roads, away from SAR habitats and residences
and complex habitats..
If this is not possible, appropriate timing windows, clearing restrictions, and nest buffers
will be applied (see above).

Blasting, where required, will adhere to the Blasting Plan:
 Blasting will only occur in areas that have already been cleared of vegetation;
 The construction footprint will be microsited to reduce blasting to the greatest extent
possible.
 No blasting will occur in wetland or open aquatic habitats;
 Blast mats will be used to control debris and sound generated from blasting;
 Pre-blast species searches will be completed by a qualified Biologist prior to any
blasting activity that occurs during the active period for turtles (April 15 to September
30). If a turtle SAR is encountered during a pre-blast search, it will be relocated to an
area of similar habitat at least 50m from the area proposed for blasting; and
 Follow proper drilling, explosive handling and loading procedures.
If turtle SAR is encountered while nesting, all construction activities within 30m of nesting
site will stop immediately until one of the following steps are taken:

Monitoring

Contingency

Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by the Environmental or
Engineering Monitor as per construction drawings.

using
proper
arboricultural
techniques.
Accidental damage to trees, or unexpected
vegetation removal, may require re-planting of
similar, native species. If re-planting is required,
a re-planting strategy will be provided to
Commissioner and EC-CWS .
If, after 3 years, vegetation has not established,
additional rehabilitation activities will be
undertaken in areas that remain deficient of
established vegetation.

Monitoring of the rehabilitation activities will be
completed annually for the first 3 years to confirm
vegetation has established.

Regular environmental construction monitoring and
routine inspections will be undertaken by the
Environmental Monitor to ensure vegetation removal
occurs within the delineated construction footprint.
Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by Environmental or
Engineering Monitor as per construction drawings.

Pre-blasting inspections by the Environmental Monitor
will include ensuring blasting is occurring in areas
where vegetation has already been cleared and
ensuring blast mats are used appropriately to control
debris generated from blasting.
Between April 15 and September 30, a qualified
Biologist will conduct an area search of the proposed
blasting area to ensure no SAR turtles or nests are
present.
Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional biologist with demonstrated experience in
turtle ecology, identification, and impact assessments,

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.
Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If
re-planting is required, a re-planting strategy will
be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS .
If turtle Species at Risk are encountered during a
pre-blast search, work will be immediately
stopped and observe whether the individuals
vacate the area. Should observed turtles (except
for nesting turtles) not vacate the area, a trained
turtle handler can relocate the turtle to an area of
similar habitat at least 50m, but less than 300m
(and in the same direction that they are
facing/moving), from the blasting location. A
distance of 300m represents the approximate
distance of the home range of the turtle SAR
considered in this report. In the highly unlikely
event that similar habitat is not found within
those parameters, the turtle will be relocated to

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Physical Activity

Mitigation
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If the nest can be avoided during construction, it will be clearly delineated by a
qualified Biologist and a nesting cage will be installed to protect from predation.
If the nest cannot be avoided during the construction phase, a qualified Biologist
will relocate the nest to an area with similar site conditions and soil quality
outside the construction footprint and protect it from predators with a nesting
cage, or if similar conditions are not available within reasonable proximity the
eggs will be transported to an incubation facility for artificial incubation for the
purpose of release at the original nest site.
The installed nesting cage will be removed in advance of the anticipated hatching
of the nest, prior to August 1, or the nest will be inspected daily from August 1
until September 15 to ensure cage is removed when hatchlings emerge.

Monitoring
or a field staff with demonstrated skills in visual
identification of turtles, working under direct guidance
from a qualified Biologist.

Contingency
the next closest location of similar habitat
Any suspected nesting female turtle (ie. terrestrial
observation in May or June) that must be moved
will be .moved to aquatic or wetland edge habitat
to allow for water stores to be replenished before
nesting activity is carried out.
Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.
Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If
re-planting is required, a re-planting strategy will
be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS .
If any accidental damage to habitat occurs,
rehabilitation will occur as appropriate to the type
of habitat that was accidentally removed, within
1 year of the completion of the construction/
decommissioning phase.

The following will be implemented with regards to dewatering activities:
 Conduct a Detailed Water Taking Assessment based on geotechnical investigation
results to determine anticipated groundwater taking quantities, groundwater quality and
predicted zone of influence (ZOI) prior to dewatering. Based on this assessment sitespecific mitigation measures and a monitoring program for groundwater dependent
natural features within the anticipated ZOI will be provided.
 In areas where Detailed Water Taking Assessment identifies connectivity between
wetlands and dewatering sites, and dewatering volumes will be large enough to
potentially result in wetland drawdown, dewatering will be avoided during reptile
hibernation (October 15 to April 30).
 To confirm the effectiveness of the above mitigation during watertaking activities, the
following will occur during any dewatering activity:

During turtle hibernation period (October 15 to April
30), water levels of wetlands or aquatic feature
experiencing dewatering activities where such
activities may have an effect on hibernation habitat
within wetlands or aquatic features will be monitored
to observe any drawdown. Monitoring will include
taking pre-, during and post-dewatering water levels at
the feature.
Develop and implement a detailed monitoring program
to effectively assess impacts to wetlands through
monitoring wells installed as required in accordance

If there is drawdown, stop construction work and
determine mitigation appropriate to the site (e.g.,
redirect water or monitor rain events to see if
water will be replenished) through discussions
with a qualified Biologist and Hydrogeologist.
In the event of a reduction in wetland water
levels and/or water quantity, corrective measures
will be undertaken in accordance with the
recommendations of the Detailed Water Taking
Assessment.

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Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Turtle Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Monitor surface water levels in potentially affected groundwater dependent natural
features prior to and during dewatering activities and compare to site-specific
thresholds and early waning indicators for water level drawdown;

If drawdown is noted, stop construction work and determine mitigation appropriate to
the site (i.e. redirect water, monitor rain events, etc.) through discussions with a
qualified Biologist and Hydrogeologist.

Monitor shallow groundwater levels and vertical hydraulic conductivity in potentially
affected groundwater-dependent natural features, where installation of minipiezometer devices is possible (eg. areas with a minimum of 40 cm soil depth).
Monitor groundwater levels prior to and during dewatering and compare to sitespecific thresholds for groundwater level drawdown;

Visual inspection of vegetation health during construction; and

In the event surface water levels and/or groundwater level drawdown exceeds
established site-specific thresholds mitigation measures may include where
appropriate the diversion of groundwater dewatering discharge to affected feature
following appropriate water quality control (eg. sediment tanks, filter bags, flow
diversion, soaker hoses, etc.);

Limit duration of dewatering to as short a time frame as possible;

Limit dewatering quantities by implementing targeted groundwater cut-offs (i.e.,
slurry trench walls) under specific conditions, which will assist in stopping the
infiltration of groundwater into the excavations.
Ecopassages, or designated movement corridors, will be installed to limit road mortality. A
minimum of 32 ecopassages will be installed using large corrugated steel or box culverts
designs. In addition, 2 clear-span bridges will also be installed within the Project Area to
facility turtle movement between habitats without crossing over a road. The locations of
these have been based on a variety of site-specific conditions, including species
observations, habitat, topography and expected road use. In areas where species
concentrations are more likely, higher densities of ecopassages have been proposed.

with the Detailed Water Taking Assessment, within the
predicted ZOI for changes in wetland water levels
and/or water quality prior to, during, and post
completion of construction.

Contingency measures including but not limited
to the rescue of stranded turtles will also be
developed.
A post-construction monitoring
program will be implemented to evaluate the
effectiveness of mitigation measures.

Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a week
from April 1 to October 31 during the construction and
decommissioning phases to monitor the effectiveness
of ecopassages/designated movement corridors and
turtle mortality rates.

Any documented road mortality of a SAR turtle
species will trigger contingency measures and
adaptive management. The selected approach
will be based on the specific circumstances that
contributed to the observed impact on the species
and will be determined by a qualified Biologist
for the purpose of further mitigating against
potential impacts to the species.



Pre-construction herpetofaunal surveys, as completed in 2015, will be repeated in 2016.
The completion of additional pre-construction surveys will be used to locate a number of
additional ecopassages if necessary.
Motion-sensor cameras will also be installed at each ecopassage to document the use of
ecopassages by turtle SAR.
Movement fencing will be installed on either side of the ecopassage, providing site-specific

These surveys will consist of a combination of
incidental observations while driving along access
roads and targeted walking surveys at areas of high
turtle activity.
In combination with road mortality surveys, motionsensor cameras will be installed within each
ecopassage in an effort to quantify movement activities
and species use of the ecopassages. Motion-sensor
cameras will be checked regularly during the active

Analysis of road mortality surveys, as well as
Species Encounter Reports will determine high
use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider retrofitting a road with an
ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife crossing
sign.

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Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

conditions allow installation, to encourage the use of the ecopassage. Chain-link fencing,
in combination with geotextile fabric or wire meshing will be used to provide a barrier to
juveniles, as this is the most effective type of movement fencing for turtles (McIntosh Perry
2013). Fencing will be constructed to be 60cm in height. An overhanging lip of 10-20cm
on the species side should be used to prevent turtles from climbing the fence. Fences
should be installed with a turn-around at the ends to assist in redirecting turtles away from
any fence openings. Curving the fence inward may help to reduce access to these
locations. Fencing should be buried into the ground /soil mounded along the bottom edge,
where possible. If not possible, flush to the rock so that individuals cannot fit underneath.

period for turtles (April 15 to September 30) when
construction is occurring.

If road mortality is noted, consideration will be
given to closing specific access road segments to
all non-essential vehicular traffic. Essential
vehicular traffic will include any traffic required
to meet permitting obligations or maintain
infrastructure in good working order.
The
duration of access road closure will be
determined by a qualified Biologist and will be
based on the specific circumstances under which
the impact has occurred.

Periodically monitor (once in early spring after snow
melt and once in summer/fall) to determine if any
maintenance or repair is required at all installed
ecopassages and repair accordingly to allow for
movement corridors in areas where high turtle activity
has been identified in order to limit road mortality.
All construction staff will be required to report to the
Environmental Monitor any SAR turtle mortality or
turtle activity on roads, as per the SRP.

Repair any movement fencing, if damaged or
otherwise not functioning properly, as identified
by the Environmental Monitor, project staff, or
construction personnel.
A map and directions to the nearest turtle trauma
centre and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be
posted in all construction buildings. Alternative
wildlife trauma centres and/or rehabilitation
centres closer to Project Area will be examined.
Signage will be considered to raise awareness
and alert vehicle drivers that wildlife may be
crossing the road using wildlife crossing signs. If
implemented, signage will be placed at least 10m
from the ecopassage openings to maintain the
natural appearance.

Conduct construction and decommissioning activities during daylight hours for increased
visibility as well as to avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency
circumstances where construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from

No monitoring required for this mitigation measure.

Additional site-specific mitigation measures may
be identified through ongoing analysis of
monitoring results and will be considered in an
adaptive management approach in consultation
with Commissioner and EC-CWS .
No contingency plan required for this mitigation
measure.

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Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

April to September, a lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife
and will include the following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary
and kept to a minimum.
Clearly post speed limit signage along access roads (20km/hr), install speed bumps and
post speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated turtle activity and instruct all
staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.

Reduced speed limits will be considered in any
area where road mortality is apparent or in other
areas identified as high-use through observations
during the construction phase.
A map and directions to the nearest turtle trauma
centre and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be
posted in all construction buildings. Alternative
wildlife trauma centres and/or rehabilitation
centres closer to Project Area will be examined.
The presence of any SAR individual within the
construction footprint that either cannot, or
should not, be relocated (as per the mitigation
measures contained herein), will trigger a
temporary stop in local construction activity until
that individual is no longer present.

Each construction crew that is completing site clearing or blasting will be accompanied by
at least 1 qualified Biologist that will report directly to HIW and will be responsible for
searching for, and relocating (when appropriate), SAR and ensuring all applicable
environmental mitigation measures are implemented if a SAR individual or residence is
encountered.
Each Biologist working with a construction team will be equipped with a probe camera that
will allow for more robust searches under rocks and crevices. The specific unit selected
will have a minimum scope length to adequately search under and within gestation sites
and surface crevices.
Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

The Environmental Monitor to ensure the species
observation log is kept up to date, procedures are
followed and reporting is submitted to EC, as required.
All construction staff will be required to report to the
Environmental Monitor any SAR turtle mortality or
turtle activity on roads, as per the SRP.

Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible species
encounters.
Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a week from April 1 to October 31 during
the construction and decommissioning phases to monitor the effectiveness of
ecopassages/designated movement corridors and turtle mortality rates. This monitoring
period encompasses the period when the most vehicle activity will occur on site, albeit still

Contingency

No monitoring required for this mitigation measure.
Road mortality surveys will consist of a combination
of incidental observations while driving along access
roads and targeted walking surveys at areas of high
turtle activity.

If any of the requirements or procedures related
to staff understanding or implementation are not
effective
or
appropriate
for
specific
circumstances,
HIW's
environmental
management team will discuss and revise the
Protocol accordingly. The environmental team
includes HIW’s environmental manager and its
construction and operations managers.
No contingency required for this mitigation
measure.
Analysis of road mortality surveys as well as
Species Encounter Reports will determine high
use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider retrofitting an access road

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Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

relatively low traffic is expected.
Motion-sensor cameras will also be installed at each ecopassage to document the use of
ecopassages by turtle SAR.
Periodically monitor (once in early spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall) to
determine if any maintenance or repair is required at all installed ecopassages and repair
accordingly to allow for movement corridors in areas where high turtle activity has been
identified in order to limit road mortality.

In combination with road mortality surveys, motionsensor cameras will be installed within each
ecopassage in an effort to quantify movement activities
and species use of the ecopassages.
All operations staff will be required to report any SAR
turtle mortality or turtle activity on roads to the
Environmental Monitor as per the SRP.
Conduct inspections of ecopassages (once in early
spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall) during
road mortality surveys for a minimum of two years
post-construction.

Contingency
with an ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife
crossing sign.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
surveys indicate notable changes in turtle
abundance
and
species
distribution,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be consulted to
determine if additional mitigation measures are
warranted.
A map and directions to the nearest turtle trauma
centre and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be
posted in all operations buildings. Alternative
wildlife trauma centres and/or rehabilitation
centres closer to Project Area will be examined.

Turtle monitoring will be conducted following
methodology used in pre-construction surveys unless
otherwise required through consultation with the
appropriate agencies.
To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff.
Outdoor garbage receptacles will only be installed at the operations building and will be
wildlife-proof.
Operations

Conduct maintenance activities during daylight hours for increased visibility as well as to
avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency circumstances where
construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from April to September, a
lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will include the
following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a
minimum.
Avoid all grading and structural access road maintenance activities during the turtle
nesting/hatching period (June 1 to September 15). If there are serious safety concerns or
other circumstances where road maintenance may be required during this period,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be consulted prior to the activity taking place.

No monitoring required for this mitigation measure.

No contingency plan required for this mitigation
measure.

If any confirmed turtle nests are identified within the
vicinity of the Project Location, nest monitoring will
be conducted twice per week during the operational
phase to monitor the success of the nest and ensure its
protection from operational impacts. Surveys will be
completed during the turtle nesting/hatching season
between June 1 and September 15.

If a nest is identified, it will not be marked using
flagging tape or other similar material as this
increases the risk of nest predation, however the
UTM co-ordinates of the nest will be
documented. Through consultation with CWS, a
protective cage may be placed over the nest to
protect it from predation.

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Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Avoid maintenance of culverts where substrates at or below the frost line are disturbed
during the turtle winter hibernation period (October 15 to April 30) to the extent possible,
where suitable turtle hibernation habitat within wetlands or aquatic features has been
identified. However, under emergency circumstances, a contingency mitigation strategy
will be determined in consultation with Commissioner and EC-CWS.

A qualified Biologist will conduct an area search of the
proposed area of maintenance activities to ensure no
SAR turtles or nests are present.

In the highly unlikely case that a turtle is
disturbed and brought out of hibernation,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be notified and
the individual will be transported immediately to
the nearest turtle trauma centre. A map and
directions to the nearest turtle trauma centre and
wildlife rehabilitation centre will be posted in all
operations buildings. Alternative wildlife trauma
centres and/or rehabilitation centres closer to
Project Area will be examined.
Reduced speed limits will be considered in any
area where road mortality is apparent or in other
areas identified as high-use through observations
during the operational phase.

Maintain speed limit signage (20km/hr), speed bumps installed along access roads with
posted speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity, instruct all
staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.
During the active turtle period (April 15 – September 30), all maintenance and biological
crews (which will encompass the vast majority of vehicle traffic on access roads) will
consist of two people, one of which will be trained to scan for SAR turtles that may be on
the road. The trained wildlife spotter will use binoculars (when appropriate) and will
continually scan the access road ahead of the vehicle to ensure no SAR turtles are near or
on the road.
If a SAR turtle is identified on the road, the vehicle will immediately be stopped and will
continue around the turtle at a very low speed (e.g. less than 5 km/h), if there is enough
room to safely proceed. All measures will be taken to ensure the safety of the turtle, which
may include moving the turtle to a safe location off the road, and keeping vehicles at a safe
distance to limit influence on natural movement behavior.
Restrict public use of access roads to minimize risk of road mortality and poaching through
installation of electronic access gates in coordination with operations staff throughout the
site.
Gates will be installed at the entrances to the Project site and patrolling will be conducted.
Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional biologist with demonstrated experience in
turtle ecology, identification, and impact assessments,
or a field staff with demonstrated skills in visual
identification of turtles, working under direct guidance
from a qualified Biologist.
All operations staff will be required to report any SAR
turtle mortality or turtle activity on roads to the
Environmental Monitor.
During the active turtle period (April 15 – September
30) all maintenance and biological crews will consist
of two people, one of which will be trained to spot
SAR turtles that may be on or near the road.
The wildlife spotter will be trained to identify SAR
turtles that may be on or near the road and will enforce
speed limits on all access roads.
An end of year report will be provided to EC-CWS,
supplemented by an interim technical memo, on annual
basis for the minimum 3 years of post-construction
mortality surveys.
Ensure regulation of the site, in coordination with
operations staff.

Operations staff to ensure the species observation log
is kept up to date and that procedures are followed.
All operations staff will be required to report any SAR

All required permits under Section 73(2) of SARA
will be obtained prior to handling SAR.
Individuals will be handled by Qualified
Biologists.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
mortality rates and post-construction behaviour
surveys indicate notable changes in turtle
abundance
and
species
distribution,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be consulted to
determine if additional mitigation measures are
warranted.
No contingency required for this mitigation
measure.

If any of the requirements or procedures related
to staff understanding or implementation are not
effective
or
appropriate
for
specific
circumstances, the operations staff will discuss

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SCHEDULE G
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Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Turtle Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a week from May 1 to October 31 for a
minimum of 3 years during the operational phase to monitor the effectiveness of
ecopassages/designated movement corridors and turtle mortality rates. This monitoring
period encompasses the period when the most vehicle activity will occur on site, albeit still
relatively low traffic is expected.
Conduct the following post-construction monitoring to determine operational impacts, if
any, on turtle SAR:
 Two years of post-construction turtle behaviour surveys;
 Prepare a 2-year report that will be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS to
determine if additional monitoring and/or mitigation measures are warranted;
 Report confirmed SAR observed during post-construction monitoring to Commissioner
and EC-CWS.

Monitoring
turtle mortality or turtle activity on roads to the
appropriate staff.
Road mortality surveys will consist of a combination
of incidental observations while driving along access
roads and targeted walking surveys at areas of high
turtle activity. These surveys will be conducted twice
a week from May 1 to October 31 for a minimum of 3
years post-construction to monitor turtle mortality rates
and the effectiveness of mitigation measures (e.g.
ecopassages, speed limits, speed bumps and wildlife
crossing signs).
In combination with road mortality surveys, motionsensor cameras will be installed within each
ecopassage in an effort to quantify movement activities
and species use of the ecopassages. Motion-sensor
cameras will be checked regularly from May 1 to
October 31 for the first 3 years that the project is
operational.
All operations staff will be required to report any SAR
turtle mortality or turtle activity on roads to the
appropriate staff.
Conduct inspections of ecopassages (once in early
spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall) during
road mortality surveys for a minimum of two years
post-construction.
Pre-construction herpetofauna surveys completed in
2015 will be repeated annually for a minimum of 3
years post-construction to ensure similar species
abundance and diversity continue to be found in the
areas of the HIWEC Project Area.
An end of year report will be provided to
Commissioner and EC-CWS, supplemented by an

Contingency
and revise the Protocol accordingly.
Analysis of road mortality surveys will determine
high use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider retrofitting an access road
with an ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife
crossing sign.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
surveys indicate notable changes in turtle
abundance
and
species
distribution,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be consulted to
determine if additional mitigation measures are
warranted.
A map and directions to the nearest turtle trauma
centre and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be
posted in all operations buildings. Alternative
wildlife trauma centres and/or rehabilitation
centres closer to Project Area will be examined.

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SCHEDULE G
ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Required Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Turtle Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

interim technical memo, for the minimum 3 years, to
determine if additional monitoring and/or mitigation
measures are warranted.

Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with species that may
be encountered.
To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff.
Outdoor garbage receptacles will only be installed at the Operations building and will be
wildlife-proof.

Turtle monitoring will be conducted following
methodology used in pre-construction surveys unless
otherwise required through consultation with the
appropriate agencies.
No monitoring is required for these mitigation
measures.

No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

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ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES

Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Snake Species at Risk
Physical Activity
Pre-Construction Activities
Construction Activities
Decommissioning Activities

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Preconstruction surveys will be undertaken to further identify key habitats such as hibernation,
gestation, nesting areas for micrositing of equipment and infrastructure to avoid these areas or
apply appropriate mitigation.

Daily monitoring of areas where active vegetation
removal is occurring will be conducted by the
Environmental Monitor experienced in working
with snakes to ensure vegetation removal is
occurring from within the delineated boundaries
of the construction footprint.

If snake SAR are encountered during a pre-work
search, work will be immediately stopped until a
trained snake handler can relocate the snake to an
area of similar habitat at least 50m, but less than
300m, from the area where the activity is
occurring and in the same direction that they are
facing/moving.. A distance of 300m is well
within the home range of the snake SAR. In the
highly unlikely event that similar habitat is not
found within those parameters, the snake will be
relocated to the next closest location of similar
habitat.

Removal of all natural vegetation within suitable nesting habitat is proposed to occur outside
the nesting/early neonate season of July 1 to October 15 within sandy habitats or shorelines.
Removal of natural vegetation within suitable snake hibernation habitat (wetland habitat) will
be completed by hand from October 15 to April 30, when feasible.
Removal of vegetation using heavy machinery will be avoided within suitable snake
hibernating habitat during the winter snake hibernating season, October 15 to April 30. Best
management practices for heavy machinery usage within wetlands will be used to reduce
impact on overwintering snakes. Best management practices may include, but are not limited
to, low ground pressure equipment, wide tires, rubberized tracks, swamp mats, lightweight
equipment, varying paths, and low tire inflation pressure.
Heavy machinery will be required to cross wetlands during the snake hibernation period of
October 15 to April 30. Where these crossings are necessary, heavy machinery will avoid
known hibernation sites identified through baseline and preconstruction surveys and cross that
most narrow crossing location (as deemed reasonable) or as close to the edge as possible
within the construction footprint. Best management practices for heavy machinery use in
wetlands will also be applied, which may include, but will not be limited to, low ground
pressure equipment, wide tires, rubberized tracks, swamp mats, lightweight equipment,
varying paths, and low tire inflation pressure.
Minimize vegetation removal and limit to within the identified construction footprint. The
construction footprint will be clearly defined prior to vegetation removal. Delineation will be
in the form of flagging tape, wooden stakes and/or silt fence barriers that will each provide
clear identification of the construction limits. With respect to the latter (silt fence barriers),
these will be implemented if sedimentation control is also required.

Additional Environmental Monitors (e.g.,
Rattlesnake Monitors) will be present during key
construction activities including vegetation
removal, dewatering and blasting, and as required
to ensure compliance with environmental
requirements.
A qualified Biologist or trained Environmental
Monitor will drive along existing access roads
and monitor for SAR each morning and
afternoon. Should SAR be identified, SRP will be
followed.
During the active period for snakes, from April 15
to September 30, a Rattlesnake Monitor will
complete area searches immediately prior to all
vegetation removal and blasting to identify any
snake activity.
Regular environmental construction monitoring
and routine inspections will be undertaken by the
Environmental Monitor to ensure vegetation
removal occurs within the delineated construction
footprint.
Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by the Environmental
or Engineering Monitor as per construction
drawings.

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.
Prune any perimeter tree limbs or roots that are
accidentally damaged by construction activities
using proper arboricultural techniques. Accidental
damage to trees, or unexpected vegetation
removal, may require re-planting of similar, native
species. If re-planting is required, a re-planting
strategy will be provided to Commissioner and
EC-CWS .

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ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Snake Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Rehabilitation of temporary work areas to be advanced (within 1 year of completion of the
construction/decommissioning phase) as appropriate to the type of habitat that was removed
for these species.

Monitoring of the rehabilitation activities will be
completed annually for the first 3 years to confirm
vegetation has established.

If, after 3 years, vegetation has not established,
additional rehabilitation activities will be
undertaken in areas that remain deficient of
established vegetation.

Regular environmental construction monitoring
and routine inspections will be undertaken by the
Environmental Monitor to ensure vegetation
removal occurs within the delineated construction
footprint.

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.

Although it is not possible to calculate the area of temporary disturbance associated with
access roads due to micrositing and site-specific conditions, the temporary disturbance area
associated with turbine construction/decommissioning is approximately 17.3ha.
A minimum of 24 gestation sites for Massasauga Rattlesnake and ten (10) hibernation sites for
Eastern Hog-nosed Snake and Eastern Foxsnake will be established throughout the
environmental assessment study area, with the potential for additional habitats to be created
based on micrositing process. Each location will be placed within 1 km of a habitat suitable
for hibernation and gestation, and locations will be preferentially chosen to occur in areas
where potential hibernation/gestation sites were removed during construction. Where
reasonable, sites will be on same side of infrastructure as hibernation habitat. Blast rock will
be utilized to create suitable gestation, basking and retreat sites for Massasauga Rattlesnake.
Hibernacula will be constructed in a south-facing, well-drained area and will consist of a large
hole/pit dug below the frost line and within approximately 2m of the water table, filled with
layers of rubble to create multiple chambers at various depths. Brush piles will be placed
around the edge of artificial hibernaculas.
Habitat creation will be either prior to the potential use of the habitat by the species or prior to
the removal of the habitat, depending on the species and date of proposed removal.

For Massasauga Rattlesnake, each gestation site will be created prior to May 1 (if
habitat removal occurs between October 15 and April 30) or will be created prior to
the removal of ay suitable nearby site that it is intended to replace (if the habitat is
removed between May 1 and October 14).
The construction footprint will be micro-sited within the larger permitted project location to
site equipment and infrastructure, such as roads, away from SAR habitats and residences and
complex habitats. Where possible, avoid construction activities within the boundaries of
suitable nesting habitat for Eastern Hog-nosed Snake. Transmission line poles are to be sited
outside the boundaries of suitable nesting habitat for Eastern Hog-nosed Snake, if possible.
If this is not possible, appropriate timing windows and clearing restrictions will be applied (see
above).

Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by Environmental or
Engineering Monitor as per construction
drawings.

Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If
re-planting is required, a re-planting strategy will
be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS.

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ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Snake Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation
Blasting, where required, will adhere to the Blasting Plan including:
 Blasting will only occur in areas that have already been cleared of vegetation;
 The construction footprint will be microsited to reduce blasting to the greatest extent
possible;
 No blasting will occur in wetland or open aquatic habitats;
 Blast mats will be used to control debris and sound generated from blasting;
 Pre-blast species searches will be completed by a qualified Biologist prior to any blasting
activity that occurs during the active period for snakes (April 15 to September 30). If a
snake is encountered during a pre-blast search, it will be relocated to an area of similar
habitat (in the same direction that they are facing/moving) at least 50m from the area
proposed for blasting; and
 Follow proper drilling, explosive handling and loading procedures.

The following will be implemented with regards to dewatering activities:
 Conduct a Detailed Water Taking Assessment based on geotechnical investigation results
to determine anticipated groundwater taking quantities, groundwater quality and predicted
zone of influence (ZOI) prior to dewatering. Based on this assessment site-specific
mitigation measures and a monitoring program for groundwater dependent natural features
within the anticipated ZOI will be provided.
 In areas where Detailed Water Taking Assessment identifies connectivity between wetlands
and dewatering sites, and dewatering volumes will be large enough to potentially result in
wetland drawdown, dewatering will be avoided during reptile hibernation (October 15 to
April 30).
 To confirm the effectiveness of the above mitigation during watertaking activities, the
following will occur during any dewatering activity:

Monitor surface water levels in potentially affected groundwater dependent natural
features prior to and during dewatering activities and compare to site-specific thresholds
and early waning indicators for water level drawdown;

If drawdown is noted, stop construction work and determine mitigation appropriate to the
site (i.e. redirect water, monitor rain events, etc.) through discussions with a qualified
Biologist and Hydrogeologist.

Monitoring

Contingency

Inspections by the Environmental Monitor will
include ensuring blasting is occurring in areas
where vegetation has already been cleared and
ensuring blast mats are used appropriately to
control debris generated from blasting.

If snake SAR are encountered during a pre-blast
search, work will be immediately stopped until a
trained snake handler will relocate the snake to a
similar habitat at least 50m, but less than 300m,
from the blasting location and in the same
direction that they are facing/moving. In the
highly unlikely event that similar habitat is not
found within those parameters, the snake will be
relocated to the next closest location of similar
habitat.

Between April 15 and September 30, a qualified
Biologist will conduct an area search of the
proposed blasting area to ensure no SAR snakes
are present.
Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional
biologist
with
demonstrated
experience in snake ecology, identification, and
impact assessments, or a field staff with
demonstrated skills in visual identification of
snakes, working under direct guidance from a
qualified Biologist.
During snake hibernation period (October 15 to
April 30) where dewatering activities may have
an effect on hibernation habitat located within
wetlands or aquatic features, water levels of
wetlands or aquatic features experiencing
dewatering activities will be monitored to observe
any drawdown. Monitoring will include taking
pre-, during and post-dewatering levels at the
feature.
Develop and implement a detailed monitoring
program to effectively assess impacts to wetlands
through monitoring wells installed as required in
accordance with the Detailed Water Taking
Assessment, within the predicted ZOI for changes
in wetland water levels and/or water quality prior
to, during, and post completion of construction.

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.
If any accidental damage to habitat occurs,
rehabilitation will be advanced, as appropriate to
the type of habitat that was accidentally removed,
within 1 year of the completion of the
construction/ decommissioning phase.
If there is drawdown, stop construction work and
confirm that the drawdown is due to dewatering.
If this is confirmed, then determine mitigation
appropriate to the site (e.g., redirect water or
monitor rain events to see if water will be
replenished) through discussions with a qualified
Biologist and Hydrogeologist.
In the event of a reduction in wetland water levels
and/or water quantity, corrective measures will be
undertaken
in
accordance
with
the
recommendations of the Detailed Water Taking
Assessment.
Contingency measures including but not limited to
the rescue of stranded wildlife will also be
developed.
A post-construction monitoring
program will be implemented to evaluate the

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ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Snake Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring



Monitor shallow groundwater levels and vertical hydraulic conductivity in potentially
affected groundwater-dependent natural features, where installation of mini-piezometer
devices is possible (eg. areas with a minimum of 40 cm soil depth). Monitor
groundwater levels prior to and during dewatering and compare to site-specific
thresholds for groundwater level drawdown;

Visual inspection of vegetation health during construction; and

In the event surface water levels and/or groundwater level drawdown exceeds established
site-specific thresholds mitigation measures may include where appropriate the diversion
of groundwater dewatering discharge to affected feature following appropriate water
quality control (eg. sediment tanks, filter bags, flow diversion, soaker hoses, etc.);

Limit duration of dewatering to as short a time frame as possible;

Limit dewatering quantities by implementing targeted groundwater cut-offs (i.e., slurry
trench walls) under specific conditions, which will assist in stopping the infiltration of
groundwater into the excavations.
Ecopassages, or designated movement corridors, will be installed to limit road mortality. A
minimum of 32 ecopassages will be installed using large corrugated steel or box culverts
designs. In addition, 2 clear-span bridges will also be installed within the Project Area to
facilitate snake movement between habitats without crossing over a road. The locations of
these ecopassages have been based on a variety of site-specific conditions, including species
observations, habitat, topography and expected road use.
In areas where species
concentrations are more likely , higher densities of ecopassages have been proposed.
Pre-construction herpetofaunal surveys, as completed in 2015, will be repeated in 2016. The
completion of additional pre-construction surveys will be used to locate a number of additional
ecopassages if necessary.
Motion-sensor cameras will also be installed at each ecopassage to document to the use by
snake SAR.
Movement fencing will be installed on either side of the ecopassage, providing site-specific
conditions allow for effective installation, to encourage the use of the ecopassage by
Massasauga. Chain-link fencing, in combination with geotextile fabric or wire meshing will
be used. Fencing will be constructed to be 60cm in height. An overhanging lip of 10-20cm on
the species side should be used to prevent snakes from climbing the fence. Fences should be
installed with a turn-around at the ends to assist in redirecting snakes away from any fence
openings. Curving the fence inward may help to reduce access to these locations. Fencing
should be buried into the ground/soil mounded along bottom edge where possible. If not

Contingency
effectiveness of mitigation measures.

Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a
week from April 1 to October 31 during the
construction and decommissioning phases to
monitor
the
effectiveness
of
ecopassages/designated movement corridors and
snake mortality rates.
In combination with road mortality surveys,
motion-sensor cameras will be installed within
each ecopassage in an effort to quantify
movement activities and species use of the
ecopassages. Motion-sensor cameras will be
checked regularly during the active period for
snakes (April 15 to September 30) when
construction is occurring.
These surveys will consist of a combination of
incidental observations while driving along access
roads and targeted walking surveys at areas of
high snake activity.
All construction staff will be required to report to
the Environmental Monitor any SAR snake

Any documented road mortality of a SAR snake
species will trigger contingency measures and
adaptive management. The selected approach will
be based on the specific circumstances that
contributed to the observed impact on the species
and will be determined by a qualified Biologist for
the purpose of further mitigating against potential
impacts to the species.
Analysis of road mortality surveys, as well as
Species Encounter Reports will determine high
use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider installing an additional
ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife crossing sign.
If road mortality is noted, consideration will be
given to closing specific access road segments to
all non-essential vehicular traffic.
Essential
vehicular traffic will include any traffic required
to meet permitting obligations or maintain
infrastructure in good working order.
The
duration of access road closure will be determined
by a qualified Biologist and will be based on the

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Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Snake Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation
possible, flush to the rock so that individuals cannot fit underneath.

Monitoring

Contingency

mortality or snake activity on roads, as per the
SRP.

specific circumstances under which the impact has
occurred.
If a mortality of Eastern Foxsnake is observed,
movement fencing will be increased to 200cm in
height to prohibit Eastern Foxsnake from gaining
access to the road.
Signage will be considered to raise awareness and
alert vehicle drivers that wildlife may be crossing
the road using wildlife crossing signs.
If
implemented, signage will be placed at least 10m
from the ecopassage openings to maintain the
natural appearance.
Additional site-specific mitigation measures may
be identified through ongoing analysis of
monitoring results and will be considered in an
adaptive management approach in consultation
with Commissioner and EC-CWS .

Install exclusionary fencing around the extent of construction footprint that is adjacent to
concentrated Massasauga activity areas during construction/decommissioning (where
feasible), to limit road and construction-related mortality.

Additional Environmental Monitors (e.g.,
Rattlesnake Monitors) will be present during key
construction activities including vegetation
removal, dewatering and blasting, and as required
to ensure compliance with environmental
requirements.

Repair any movement fencing, if damaged or
otherwise not functioning properly, as identified
by the Environmental Monitor, project staff, or
construction personnel.
If snake SAR are encountered, work will be
immediately stopped until a trained snake handler
will relocate the snake to an area of similar habitat
at least 50m, but less than 300m, from where the
activity is occurring. In the highly unlikely event
that similar habitat is not found within those
parameters, the snake will be relocated to the next
closest location of similar habitat.
Repair any exclusionary fencing, if damaged or
otherwise not functioning properly, as identified
by the Environmental Monitor, project staff, or

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Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Snake Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation
Conduct construction and decommissioning activities during daylight hours for increased
visibility as well as to avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency
circumstances where construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from April
to September, a lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will
include the following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a
minimum.
Clearly post speed limit signage along access roads (20km/hr), install speed bumps and post
speed limits of 10km/hr within areas of concentrated snake activity (see Map 21) and instruct
all staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.
Restrict public use of access roads to minimize risk of road mortality and poaching
(installation of electronic access gate in co-ordination with staff throughout site). Install
security cameras at entrances and at any known turtle nesting sites.

All construction vehicles and equipment that are parked overnight or left idle for over 1 hour
within the Project Area between April 1 and November 30 will be surveyed for the presence of
snakes before ignition.

Monitoring

Contingency

No monitoring required for this mitigation
measure.

construction personnel.
No contingency plan required for this mitigation
measure.

Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a
week from April 1 to October 31 during the
construction and decommissioning phases to
monitor the effectiveness of mitigation measures
and snake mortality rates.

Analysis of road mortality surveys, as well as
Species Encounter Reports, will determine high
use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations for installation of an additional
ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife crossing sign.

These surveys will consist of a combination of
incidental observations while driving along access
roads and targeted walking surveys at areas of
high snake activity.

Reduced speed limits will be considered in any
area where road mortality is apparent or in other
areas identified as high-use through observations
during the construction phase.

All construction staff will be required to report to
the Environmental Monitor any SAR snake
mortality or snake activity on roads, as per the
SRP.
All construction staff will be required to report to
the Environmental Monitor any SAR snake
mortality or snake activity on roads, as per the
Sighting Response Protocol (Schedule H, below).

Each construction crew that is completing site clearing or blasting will be accompanied by at
least 1 qualified Biologist that will report directly to HIW and will be responsible for
searching for, and relocating (when appropriate), SAR and ensuring all applicable
environmental mitigation measures are implemented if a SAR individual or residence is
encountered.
Each Biologist working with a construction team will be equipped with a probe camera that
will allow for more robust searches under rocks and crevices. The specific unit selected will
have a minimum scope length to adequately search under and within gestation sites and
surface crevices.
Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

No contingency required for this mitigation
measure.

The presence of any SAR individual within the
construction footprint that either cannot, or should
not, be relocated (as per the mitigation measures
contained herein), will trigger a temporary stop in
local construction activity until that individual is
no longer present.

The Environmental Monitor to ensure the species

If any of the requirements or procedures related to

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Physical Activity

Mitigation

Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible species
encounters.
Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a week from April 1 to October 31 during the
construction and decommissioning phases to monitor the effectiveness of
ecopassages/designated movement corridors and snake mortality rates. This monitoring
period encompasses the period when the most vehicle activity will occur on site, albeit still
relatively low traffic is expected.
Motion-sensor cameras will also be installed at each ecopassage to document the use of
ecopassages by snake SAR.
Periodically monitor (once in early spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall) to
determine if any maintenance or repair is required at all installed ecopassages and repair
accordingly to allow for movement corridors in areas where high snake activity has been
identified in order to limit road mortality.

Monitoring

Contingency

observation log is kept up to date, procedures are
followed and reporting is submitted to EC, as
required.

staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
HIW's environmental team will discuss and revise
the Protocol accordingly. The environmental
team is made up of the environmental specialists
from HIW and its general contractor.

All construction staff will be required to report to
the Environmental Monitor any SAR snake
mortality or snake activity on roads, as per the
SRP.
No monitoring required for this mitigation
measure.
Road mortality surveys will consist of a
combination of incidental observations while
driving along access roads and targeted walking
surveys at areas of high snake activity.
In combination with road mortality surveys,
motion-sensor cameras will be installed within
each ecopassage in an effort to quantify
movement activities and species use of the
ecopassages.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR snake mortality or snake activity on roads to
the Environmental Monitor as per the SRP.
Conduct inspections of ecopassages (once in early
spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall)
during road mortality surveys for a minimum of
two years post-construction.
Snake monitoring will be conducted following
methodology used in pre-construction surveys
unless otherwise required through consultation
with the appropriate agencies.

To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff. Outdoor

No contingency required for this mitigation
measure.
Analysis of road mortality surveys as well as
Species Encounter Reports will determine high
use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider retrofitting an access road
with an ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife
crossing sign.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
surveys indicate notable changes in snake
abundance
and
species
distribution,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be consulted to
determine if additional mitigation measures are
warranted.
A map and directions to the nearest trauma centre
and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be posted in
all operations buildings. Alternative wildlife
trauma centres and/or rehabilitation centres closer
to Project Area will be examined.

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Physical Activity

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Monitoring

Contingency

Road mortality surveys will consist of a
combination of incidental observations while
driving along access roads and targeted walking
surveys at areas of high snake activity. These
surveys will be conducted twice a week from
April 1 to October 31 for a minimum of 3 years
post-construction to monitor snake mortality rates
and the effectiveness of mitigation measures (e.g.
ecopassages, speed limits, speed bumps and
wildlife crossing signs).

Analysis of road mortality surveys will determine
high use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider installation of another
ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife crossing sign.

garbage receptacles will only be installed at the Operations building and will be wildlife-proof.

Operational

Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a week from April 1 to October 31 for a
minimum of 3 years of the operational phase to monitor the effectiveness of
ecopassages/designated movement corridors and snake mortality rates. This monitoring
period encompasses the period when the most vehicle activity will occur on site, albeit
relatively low traffic is expected during summer months.
Motion-sensor cameras will also be installed at each ecopassage to monitor the use by snake
SAR.
An end of year report will be provided to Commissioner and EC/CWS, supplemented by an
interim technical memo on an annual basis for the minimum 3 year post-construction road
mortality surveys.
Periodically monitor (once in early spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall) to
determine if any maintenance or repair is required at all installed ecopassages and repair
accordingly to allow for movement corridors in areas where high snake activity has been
identified in order to limit road mortality.
Conduct the following post-construction monitoring to determine operational impacts, if any,
on snake SAR:
 Two years of post-construction snake behaviour surveys;
 Prepare a 2-year report that will be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS to determine if
additional monitoring and/or mitigation measures are warranted;
 Report confirmed SAR observed during post-construction monitoring to Commissioner and
EC-CWS.

In combination with road mortality surveys,
motion-sensor cameras will be installed within
each ecopassage in an effort to quantify
movement activities and species use of the
ecopassages. Motion-sensor cameras will be
checked regularly from May 1 to October 31 for
the first 3 years the Project is operational.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR snake mortality or snake activity on roads to
the appropriate staff.
Conduct inspections of ecopassages (once in early
spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall)
during road mortality surveys for a minimum of
two years post-construction.
Pre-construction herpetofauna surveys completed
in 2015 will be repeated annually for a minimum
of 3 years post-construction to ensure similar
species abundance and diversity continue to be
found in the areas of the HIWEC Project Area.
Each created gestation or hibernacula site will be

If road mortality is noted, specific access roads
will be restricted to essential vehicular traffic
only. Essential vehicular traffic will include any
traffic required to meet permitting obligations or
maintain infrastructure in good working order.
The duration of access road closure will be
determined by a qualified Biologist and will be
based on life cycle characteristics of the species of
which the impact has occurred.
Analysis of motion-detector camera monitoring of
ecopassages will determine whether snake SAR
actively use ecopassages, and may identify
locations where modification to culvert design is
required.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
surveys indicate notable changes in snake
abundance or species distribution, Commissioner
and EC-CWS will be consulted to determine if
additional mitigation measures are warranted.
A map and directions to the nearest trauma centre
and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be posted in
all operations buildings. Alternative wildlife
trauma centres and/or rehabilitation centres closer
to Project Area will be examined.

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a snake monitoring location and will be assessed
as above.
An end of year report will be provided to
Commissioner and EC-CWS, supplemented by an
interim technical memo, for the minimum 3 years,
to determine if additional monitoring and/or
mitigation measures are warranted.
Snake monitoring will be conducted following
methodology used in 2015 pre-construction
surveys unless otherwise required through
consultation with the appropriate agencies.
Monitoring will determine continued use of the
area by snakes and whether avoidance behaviours
are being exhibited.
Conduct maintenance activities during daylight hours for increased visibility as well as to
avoid light pollution effects during the night.
In emergency circumstances where
construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from April to September, a
lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will include the
following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a minimum.

No monitoring required for this mitigation
measure.

No contingency plan required for this mitigation
measure.

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Contingency

Maintain speed limit signage (20km/hr), speed bumps installed along access roads and posted
speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity and instruct all staff to
be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.

Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a
week from May 1 to October 31 for a minimum
of 3 years of the operational phase to monitor the
effectiveness
of
ecopassages/designated
movement corridors and snake mortality rates.

Reduced speed limits will be considered in any
area where road mortality is apparent or in other
areas identified as high-use through observations
during the operational phase.

During the active snake period (April 15 – September 30), all maintenance and biological
crews (which will encompass the vast majority of vehicle traffic on access roads) will consist
of two people, one of which will be trained to scan for SAR snakes that may be on the road.
The trained wildlife spotter will use binoculars and continually scan the access road ahead of
the vehicle to ensure no SAR snakes are on or near the road.
If a SAR snake is identified on the road, the vehicle will immediately be stopped and will
continue around the snake at a very low speed (e.g. less than 5 km/h), if there is enough room
to safely proceed. All measures will be taken to ensure the safety of the snake, which may
include moving the snake to a safe location off the road and keeping vehicles at a safe distance
to limit influence on natural movement behaviour.

These surveys will consist of a combination of
incidental observations while driving along access
roads and targeted walking surveys at areas of
high snake activity.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR snake mortality or snake activity on roads to
the appropriate staff.

All required permits under Section 73(2) of SARA
will be obtained prior to handling SAR.
Individuals will be handled by Qualified
Biologists.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
surveys indicate notable changes in snake
abundance or distribution, Commissioner and ECCWS will be consulted to determine if additional
mitigation measures are warranted.

During the active snake period (April 15 –
September 30) all maintenance and biological
crews will consist of two people, one of which
will be trained to spot SAR snakes that may be on
or near the road.
The wildlife spotter will be trained to identify
SAR snakes that may be on or near the road and
will enforce speed limits on all access roads.

Avoid maintenance of culverts where substrates at or below the frost line are disturbed during
the snake winter hibernation period (October 15 to April 30) to the extent possible, where
suitable snake hibernation habitat within wetlands or aquatic features has been identified.
However, under emergency circumstances, a contingency mitigation strategy will be
determined in consultation with EC-CWS.

The end of year report to Commissioner and ECCWS will be supplemented by an interim
technical memo on an annual basis for the
minimum 3 years of post-construction road
mortality surveys.
A qualified Biologist will conduct an area search
of the proposed maintenance area to ensure no
SAR snakes are present.
Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional
biologist
with
demonstrated
experience in snake ecology, identification, and

In the highly unlikely case that a snake is
disturbed and brought out of hibernation,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be notified and
the individual will be transported immediately to
the nearest herpetofauna trauma centre.
Alternative wildlife trauma centres and/or
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Restrict public use of access roads to minimize risk of road mortality and persecution through
installation of access gates in coordination with operations staff throughout the site.

impact assessments, or a field staff with
demonstrated skills in visual identification of
snakes, working under direct guidance from a
qualified Biologist.
Ensure regulation of the site, in coordination with
operations staff.

Gates will be installed at the entrances to the Project site and patrolling will be conducted.

Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible species
encounters.
Road mortality surveys will be conducted twice a week from April 1 to October 31 during the
construction and decommissioning phases to monitor the effectiveness of
ecopassages/designated movement corridors and snake mortality rates. This monitoring
period encompasses the period when the most vehicle activity will occur on site, albeit still
relatively low traffic is expected.

Operations staff to ensure the species observation
log is kept up to date and that procedures are
followed.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR snake mortality or snake activity on roads to
the appropriate staff.
No monitoring required for this mitigation
measure.
Road mortality surveys will consist of a
combination of incidental observations while
driving along access roads and targeted walking
surveys at areas of high snake activity.

Contingency
be examined.

Any documented road mortality of a SAR snake
species will trigger contingency measures and
adaptive management. The selected approach will
be based on the specific circumstances that
contributed to the observed impact on the species
and will be determined by a qualified Biologist for
the purpose of further mitigating against potential
impacts to the species.
If road mortality is noted, consideration will be
given to closing specific access road segments to
all non-essential vehicular traffic.
Essential
vehicular traffic will include any traffic required
to meet permitting obligations or maintain
infrastructure in good working order.
The
duration of access road closure will be determined
by a qualified Biologist and will be based on the
specific circumstances under which the impact has
occurred.
If any of the requirements or procedures related to
staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
the operations staff will discuss and revise the
Protocol accordingly.

No contingency required for this mitigation
measure.
Analysis of road mortality surveys as well as
Species Encounter Reports will determine high
use areas and assist in identifying potential
locations to consider retrofitting an access road
with an ecopassage, speed bump, or wildlife

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Motion-sensor cameras will also be installed at each ecopassage to document the use of
ecopassages by snake SAR.
Periodically monitor (once in early spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall) to
determine if any maintenance or repair is required at all installed ecopassages and repair
accordingly to allow for movement corridors in areas where high snake activity has been
identified in order to limit road mortality.

Monitoring
In combination with road mortality surveys,
motion-sensor cameras will be installed within
each ecopassage in an effort to quantify
movement activities and species use of the
ecopassages.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR snake mortality or snake activity on roads to
the Environmental Monitor as per the SRP.
Conduct inspections of ecopassages (once in early
spring after snow melt and once in summer/fall)
during road mortality surveys for a minimum of
two years post-construction.
Snake monitoring will be conducted following
methodology used in pre-construction surveys
unless otherwise required through consultation
with the appropriate agencies.

To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff. Outdoor
garbage receptacles will only be installed at the operations building and will be wildlife-proof.

Contingency
crossing sign.
In the event that, after 2 years, herpetofauna
surveys indicate notable changes in snake
abundance
and
species
distribution,
Commissioner and EC-CWS will be consulted to
determine if additional mitigation measures are
warranted.
A map and directions to the nearest trauma centre
and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be posted in
all operations buildings. Alternative wildlife
trauma centres and/or rehabilitation centres closer
to Project Area will be examined.

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Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bat Species at Risk
Physical Activity
Pre-Construction Activities
Construction Activities
Decommissioning Activities

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

Preconstruction surveys will be undertaken to further identify key habitats such as hibernation,
gestation, nesting areas for micrositing of equipment and infrastructure to avoid these areas or
apply appropriate mitigation.

Any trees proposed for removal, and any rock
crevices in areas proposed for blasting during the
bat roosting season (April 30 to September 1) will
be searched for signs of maternity roosts by a
qualified Biologist prior to any construction
activities that may affect the habitat.

If an active roost site is found, a buffer area will
be implemented around the site. The radius of the
buffer will vary depending on the species, type of
roosting (bachelor or day roosting versus
maternity roosting), level of disturbance and
landscape context, which will be confirmed by a
qualified Biologist.

Any trees proposed for removal, and any suitable rock crevices in areas proposed for blasting
during the bat roosting season (April 30 to September 1) will be searched for signs of
maternity roosts by a qualified Biologist prior to any construction activities that may affect the
habitat.
Searches will initially consist of visual scans of the habitat for signs of use to determine the
likelihood of occupancy.
If habitat assessments confirm that a site is being used, or likely being used, evening exit
surveys will be completed to confirm whether individuals are actively using a particular site.

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional
biologist
with
demonstrated
experience in bat ecology, identification, and
impact assessments, or a field staff with
demonstrated skills in visual identification and
acoustic monitoring of bats, working under direct
guidance from a qualified Biologist.

If an active roost site is found within the construction footprint:
 A buffer will be implemented around the site. The radius of the buffer will range
depending on the species, type of roosting (bachelor or day roosting versus maternity
roosting), level of disturbance and landscape context, which will be confirmed by a
qualified Biologist experienced in bat ecology. The UTM of the roost location will be
recorded, and the limits of the buffer area will be clearly identified.
 Since roost locations regularly move within a season, the removal of trees or blasting can
occur once a qualified Biologist provides confirmation that the roost site is no longer being
used, providing that disturbance activities occur within 24hrs as to not allow for reoccupation of the habitat.

A qualified Biologist or trained Environmental
Monitor will drive along existing access roads
and monitor for SAR each morning and
afternoon. Should SAR be encountered, SRP will
be followed.

If habitat assessments and/or exit surveys indicate a site is not being used, there is no
restriction on proposed activity.

Removal of trees or blasting can occur once a
qualified Biologist provides confirmation that the
roost site is no longer actively being used.
Regular environmental construction monitoring
and routine inspections will be undertaken to
ensure vegetation removal occurs within the
delineated construction footprint.

Minimize vegetation removal and limit to within the construction footprint. The construction
footprint will be clearly defined prior to vegetation removal. Delineation will be in the form of
flagging tape, wooden stakes and/or silt fence barriers that will each provide clear
identification of the construction limits. With respect to the latter (silt fence barriers), these
will be implemented if sedimentation control is also required.

The buffer will have a minimum radius of 10m
and will be applied only when bats are present at
the roost site.
The UTM of the roost location will be recorded,
and the limits of the buffer area will be clearly
identified. If the qualified Biologist confirms that
no bats are using the roost site, then blasting
and/or vegetation removal can proceed.

Searches may be visual or may require exit
surveys at dusk where signs of occupancy are
noted or habitat provides ideal roost
characteristics.

Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by the Environmental

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.
Prune any perimeter tree limbs or roots that are
accidentally damaged by construction activities
using proper arboricultural techniques. Accidental
damage to trees, or unexpected vegetation

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or Engineering Monitor as per construction
drawings.

removal, may require re-planting of similar, native
species. If re-planting is required, a re-planting
strategy will be provided to Commissioner and
EC-CWS.

The construction footprint will be microsited within the larger permitted project location to site
equipment and infrastructure, such as roads, away from SAR habitats and residences and
complex habitats.

Daily monitoring of areas where active vegetation
removal is occurring will be conducted by the
Environmental Monitor.

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.

If this is not possible, appropriate timing windows and clearing restrictions will be applied (see
above).

Regular environmental construction monitoring
and routine inspections will be undertaken to
ensure vegetation removal occurs within the
delineated construction footprint.

To prevent the spread of white nose syndrome, construction vehicles are to remain within the
existing access routes and construction areas.

Rehabilitation of temporary work areas to be advanced (within 1 year of completion of the
construction/decommissioning phase) as appropriate to the type of habitat that was removed
(eg. replant forested areas using native stock) for these species.

Confirmation of delineation of the construction
footprint will be completed by Environmental or
Engineering Monitor as per construction
drawings.
Monitoring of the rehabilitation activities will be
completed annually for the first 3 years to confirm
vegetation has stabilized.

Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If
re-planting is required, a re-planting strategy will
be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS.

If, after 3 years, vegetation has not established,
additional rehabilitation activities will be
undertaken in areas that remain deficient of
established vegetation.

Although it is not possible to calculate the area of temporary disturbance associated with
access roads due to micrositing and site-specific conditions, the temporary disturbance area
associated with turbine construction/decommissioning is approximately 17.3ha.
Prior to the construction phase, erect a minimum of 30 artificial roosting structures within the
project area, with the potential for additional habitats to be created based on the micrositing
process. The artificial roosting structure may include bat houses and/or artificial bark. The
location of artificial roosting structures will be preferentially chosen for areas away from
turbines but may include locations around the substation, along portions of the access road or
other site areas away from any infrastructure. Specific locations will be determined in
consultation with EC. Suitable off-site locations will be considered, such as other reserve
lands or through collaboration with Ontario Parks or other conservation organizations.

Specific locations of roosting structures will be
determined in consultation with EC.

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Blasting, where required, will adhere to the Blasting Plan including:
 Blasting will only occur in areas that have already been cleared of vegetation;
 The construction footprint will be microsited to reduce blasting to the greatest extent
possible;
 Blast mats will be used to control debris generated from blasting;
 Prior to blasting conducted between April 30 and September 1, a qualified Biologist will
conduct an area search of the proposed blasting area to ensure no SAR bats are present in
rock crevices;
 Follow proper drilling, explosive handling and loading procedures;
 Implement safe handling and storage procedures for all materials, including soluble
substances used for blasting;
 Remove all blasting debris and other associated equipment/products from the blast area.

Conduct construction and decommissioning activities during daylight hours for increased
visibility as well as to avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency
circumstances where construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from April
to September, a lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will
include the following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a
minimum.

Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

Monitoring

Contingency

Inspections by the Environmental Monitor will
include ensuring blasting is occurring in areas
where vegetation has already been cleared and
ensuring blast mats are used appropriately control
debris generated from blasting.

Repair any barrier fencing/boundary delineation
materials if damaged.

A qualified Biologist will conduct an area search
of rock crevices proposed for blasting between
April 30 to September 1 to ensure no SAR bats
are present.

Prune any tree limbs or roots that are accidentally
damaged by construction activities using proper
arboricultural techniques. Accidental damage to
trees, or unexpected vegetation removal, may
require re-planting of similar, native species. If
re-planting is required, a re-planting strategy will
be provided to Commissioner and EC-CWS.

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional
biologist
with
demonstrated
experience in bat ecology, identification, and
impact assessments, or a field staff with
demonstrated skills in visual identification and
acoustic monitoring of bats, working under direct
guidance from a qualified Biologist.
No monitoring required for these mitigation
measures.

If any accidental damage to habitat occurs,
rehabilitation will be advanced, as appropriate to
the type of habitat that was accidentally removed,
within 1 year of the completion of the
construction/ decommissioning phase.

The Environmental Monitor to ensure the species
observation log is kept up to date, procedures are
followed and reporting is submitted to EC, as
required.

If any of the requirements or procedures related to
staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
HIW's environmental management team will
discuss and revise the Protocol accordingly. The
environmental
team
includes
HIW’s
environmental manager and its construction and
operations managers.
If any of the requirements or procedures related to
staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
the operations staff will discuss and revise the
Protocol accordingly.

Operations staff to ensure the species observation
log is kept up to date and that procedures are
followed.
All operations staff will be required to report any

No contingency plan required for these mitigation
measures.

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Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible species
encounters.
To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff. Outdoor
garbage receptacles will only be installed at the operations building and will be wildlife-proof.
Operational

Utilize a lighting scheme that will minimize continuous lighting and the use of bright lights
throughout the Project Area to minimize attraction of SAR bats to lit structures (Rydell 1991).
Lighting scheme to include the following, while still fulfilling minimum Transport Canada
requirements:
 Implement red LED flashing lights on turbines,
 Light turbines and permanent met/communication towers to the minimum federal
standards,
 Ground-level lights (i.e. buildings, turbine bases, etc.) will be directed downward and shall
use motion or heat sensors where practical and allowed by applicable codes and the
authority having jurisdiction,
 Use of high-intensity lighting or spotlights, if required, will be temporary and will be kept
to a minimum,
 Any internal nacelle lighting will only be used when occupied.
Implement a proactive approach to feathering turbine blades below the manufacturer's
recommended cut-in speed. Feathering refers to the act of pitching turbine blades by 90°,
parallel to the wind or turning the turbine nacelle so that the blades are facing away from the
wind.
Feathering is an effective approach to minimize blade rotation in low wind speeds.

Vegetation trimming will be limited to areas that have been previously cleared during
construction.
Schedule trimming of any necessary vegetation removal during routine maintenance activities
to occur outside of the overall bat roosting season, from April 30 to September 1. If any trees

Monitoring

Contingency

SAR turtle mortality or turtle activity on roads to
the appropriate staff.
No monitoring required for these mitigation
measures.

No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

No monitoring required for these mitigation
measures.

No contingency plan required for these mitigation
measures.

Conduct 3 years of post-construction bat mortality
monitoring following Bats and Bat Habitats:
Guidelines for Wind Power Projects (OMNR
2011a).

A report outlining the methods employed and the
results of monitoring will be prepared and
submitted to Commissioner and EC-CWS on an
annual basis to determine if additional monitoring
and/or mitigation measures are warranted.

An end of year report to Commissioner and ECCWS will be supplemented by an interim
technical memo on an annual basis for 3 years of
bat mortality monitoring.

If vegetation trimming is to occur within the bat
roosting season (April 30 to September 1), a
qualified Biologist will search each tree for signs
of a bat roost prior to vegetation maintenance.

Consider changes in turbine operations (e.g.,
changes in cut-in speed, selective shutdown of
specific turbines at key times of year or under
certain weather conditions) during periods of high
mortality.
Prune any tree limbs or roots using proper
arboricultural techniques.
If an active roost site is found, a buffer area will
be implemented around the site. The radius of the

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must be trimmed during the bat roosting season (April 30 to September 1) during the operation
of the project, each tree will be searched for signs of maternity roosts by a qualified Biologist
prior to removal. If an active maternity roost is found, removal activities will be scheduled
after the bat roosting season (April 30 to September 1) or once a qualified biologist has
confirmed the tree is no longer being actively used as a roost.

Qualified Biologists will be considered to be a
professional
biologist
with
demonstrated
experience in bat ecology, identification, and
impact assessments, or a field staff with
demonstrated skills in visual identification and
acoustic monitoring of bats, working under direct
guidance from a qualified Biologist.

buffer will vary depending on the species, type of
roosting (bachelor or day roosting versus
maternity roosting), level of disturbance and
landscape context, which will be confirmed by a
qualified Biologist experienced in bat ecology.
The buffer will have a minimum radius of 10m
and will be applied only when bats are present at
the roost site. This minimum buffer is expected to
provide protection of the roost site from minor
work, such as vegetation clearing and general
heavy machinery usage or vehicle operation.

If any suitable hazard tree, such as a tree which poses an immediate safety risk to individuals
and/or a risk to the functionality of project equipment, is identified, the tree may be removed at
any time through consultation with Commissioner and EC-CWS. The need for additional
mitigation measures or permits in these circumstances will be addressed on a site-specific
basis.

Monitoring of artificial roosting structures will
take appropriate precautions before and after each
monitoring event to prevent spread of white-nose
syndrome.
Develop and implement Sighting Response Protocol (as set out in Schedule H below).

Operations staff to ensure the species observation
log is kept up to date and that procedures are
followed.
All operations staff will be required to report any
SAR bat mortality or bat activity to the
appropriate staff.

Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible species
encounters.
The following mitigation measures regarding post-construction monitoring will be
implemented:

No monitoring required for this mitigation
measure.
Conduct 3 years of post-construction bat mortality
monitoring following Bats and Bat Habitats:

The UTM of the roost location will be recorded,
and the limits of the buffer area will be clearly
identified. If the qualified Biologist confirms that
no bats are using the roost site, vegetation removal
can proceed.
If evidence of white-nose syndrome is detected
during monitoring events, reporting will be made
to MNRF.
If any of the requirements or procedures related to
staff understanding or implementation are not
effective or appropriate for specific circumstances,
the operations staff will discuss and revise the
Protocol accordingly.
Any selected adaptive management approach will
be based on the specific circumstances that
contributed to the observed impact on the species
and will be determined by a qualified Biologist for
the purpose of further mitigating against potential
impacts to the species.
No contingency required for this mitigation
measure.
A report outlining the methods employed and the
results of monitoring will be prepared and

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ENDANGERED SPECIES MITIGATION, MONITORING AND CONTINGENCY MEASURES
Mitigation, Monitoring and Contingency Measures for Bat Species at Risk
Physical Activity

Mitigation

Monitoring

Contingency

 Develop and implement a follow-up and monitoring plan, which includes a postconstruction bat mortality and disturbance monitoring program consistent with Bats and Bat
Habitats: Guidelines for Wind Power Projects (OMNR 2011b);
 Report the findings of the post-construction monitoring program to Commissioner and ECCWS as required on an annual basis;
 Implement adaptive management techniques, such as operational mitigation, as determined
appropriate through post-construction monitoring;
 Report confirmed Species at Risk mortalities during post-construction monitoring to
Commissioner and EC-CWS within 48hrs of a confirmed species identification.

Guidelines for Wind Power Projects (OMNR
2011b).

submitted to Commissioner and EC-CWS on an
annual basis to determine if additional monitoring
and/or mitigation measures are warranted.

Conduct maintenance activities during daylight hours for increased visibility as well as to
avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency circumstances where
construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from April to September, a
lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will include the
following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a minimum.
To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and
implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff. Outdoor
garbage receptacles will only be installed at the operations building and will be wildlife-proof.

Pre-construction bat acoustic monitoring surveys
completed in 2011 will be repeated annually for 2
years post-construction to ensure similar species
abundance and diversity continue to be found in
the HIWEC Project Area.
The 2-year report will be provided to
Commissioner and EC-CWS to determine if
additional monitoring and/or mitigation measures
are warranted.

No monitoring is required for these mitigation
measures.

Consider changes in turbine operations (e.g.,
changes in cut-in speed, selective shutdown of
specific turbines at key times of year or under
certain weather conditions) during periods of high
mortality.
Quantifying changes in local bat populations, as a
result of the operation of this Project, will be
difficult to determine based on the dramatic
population declines of bat SAR as a result of
white-nose syndrome. The effects of this disease
are already evident when comparing data from
2011 to 2013.
Despite this difficulty in
quantifying changes that may be attributed to the
operating Henvey Inlet Wind Energy Centre, 2
years of acoustic monitoring will be completed
and compared to pre-construction results. Results
will be discussed with Commissioner and ECCWS to determine if additional mitigation
measures are warranted through an adaptive
management approach.
No contingency plan is required for these
mitigation measures.

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REQUIRED MITIGATION MEASURES
TABLE 1: Energy Centre: Required Mitigation Measures – Construction/Decommissioning
1. General Mitigation Measures Applicable to All Pre-Construction Activities, Construction Activities and Decommissioning Activities:
 Prior to the commencement of any Pre-Construction Activities, develop and submit to the Commissioner, a spill prevention and response plan ("SPRP") prepared by a qualified professional that employs best management practices to
prevent and contain any contaminants and to avoid and/or reduce contamination during any Construction Activities or Decommissioning Activities including:
 In the event of a contaminant spill, all work will stop in the immediate area until HIW has done everything practicable to prevent, eliminate and ameliorate any adverse effect.
 Spill control and containment equipment/materials shall be readily available on site.
 Protocols for access to additional spill clean-up materials, if needed.
 Contaminated materials to be handled in accordance with any relevant Commissioner, federal and provincial guidelines and standards.
 Use of material safety data sheets to provide information on proper handling of chemicals readily available for the types of chemicals that will be used on-site.
 Proper training of staff on associated emergency response and spill clean-up procedures.
 Spills to be cleaned up as soon as reasonably possible, with contaminated soils removed to a licensed disposal site, if required.
 Materials contained in spill clean-up kits are restocked as necessary.
 Any soil encountered during excavation that has visual staining or odours, or contains rubble, debris, cinders or other visual evidence of impacts to be analyzed to determine its quality in order to identify the appropriate disposal
method.
 Spill reporting procedures to meet relevant Commissioner, federal, provincial and local requirements.
 Prior to the commencement of any Construction Activities, develop and submit to the Commissioner, an environmental protection plan ("EPP") prepared by a qualified professional that employs best management practices to avoid and/or
reduce potential environmental effects during the Construction Activities or Decommissioning Activities including: traffic management plan; waste management plan; SPRP; blasting plan; rehabilitation plan; weed management plan;
construction dewatering and discharge plan; erosion and sediment control plan; wildlife management plan; SAR Adaptive Management Plan; and archaeology and cultural resources management plan. The EPP will have regard to the
Regime and the terms and conditions of this Permit.
 Implement the SPRP and the EPP and adhere to the requirements of all component plans.
 Apply the following general mitigation measures during the Pre-Construction Activities, Construction Activities and Decommissioning Activities to avoid contamination:
 Ensure machinery is maintained free of fluid leaks.
 Site maintenance, vehicle maintenance, vehicle washing and refuelling to be done on spill pads in specified areas at least 30 m away from wetlands and/or waterbodies.
 Store any stockpiled materials at least 30 m away wetlands and/or waterbodies.
 Store any contaminants (e.g., oil, fuels and chemicals) in designated areas using secondary containment, where necessary.
 Equip vehicles with effective muffler and exhaust systems.
 Avoid unnecessary idling of engines.
 Ensure that construction equipment is frequently maintained and kept in good working condition.
 Ensure that noise emissions from construction equipment do not exceed Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change Publication "NPC-115 Maximum Noise Emission Levels for Typical Construction Equipment" and
manufacturer recommendations.
 Use and maintain emission control devices on motorized equipment (as provided by the manufacturer of the equipment) to minimize the emissions so that they remain within industry standards. Heavy equipment and machinery to be
used within operating specifications.
 Clearly define construction footprint area during any Pre-Construction Activities, Construction Activities and Decommissioning Activities. Delineation will be in the form of flagging tape, wooden stakes and/or silt fence barriers that will
each provide clear identification of the construction limits. Silt fence barriers will be implemented if sedimentation control is required in accordance with the erosion and sediment control plan made pursuant to this Permit.

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 Vegetation removal will be minimized to the extent reasonably possible and limited to the defined construction footprint area.
 Clearly post speed limit signs along access roads (20 km/hr), install speed bumps and post speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity and instruct all staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.
 Conduct all Pre-Construction Activities, Construction Activities and Decommissioning Activities during daylight hours for increased visibility as well as to avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency circumstances where
construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night from April to September, a lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will include the following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward,
temporary and kept to a minimum.
2. Soils/Terrain
 Strip and store topsoil (where present) from temporary work areas separately from subsoils and maintain for reclamation/rehabilitation use after construction.
 Where topsoil quality has been compromised, import topsoil for any reclamation activities in accordance with the EPP.
 Minimize the size of cleared areas to limit the area of exposed soil.
 Re-vegetate or stabilize exposed sites as soon as possible following disturbance using species native to the area to limit the duration of soil exposure.
 Divert access road runoff through drainage ditches directed into vegetated areas or through environmental protection measures (such as sediment traps, rock flow check dams, sediment barriers, etc.) to ensure that exposed soils or road
materials are not transported into waterbodies or wetlands. Ditches >5% in slope may require lining with appropriate sized rip rap to protect against erosion and also slow the flow velocity.
 Grade disturbed/remediated slopes or stockpiles to a stable angle to avoid slope instability and reduce erosion.
 Grade soil stockpiles by mechanical means to compact the soil and limit the erosion. Tracks of machinery should be perpendicular to the slope of the pile to reduce the flow velocity of rainfall over the stockpile.
 Identify unstable rock structures and sensitive soils through field investigation prior to construction. If any areas of concern are identified, design modifications may be implemented (as required) to minimize potential erosion, settlement,
slope instability, foundation failure or rock fall hazards as a result of construction.
 Keep all equipment within identified work areas to minimize disturbance of adjacent soils.
 Restrict construction equipment to designated controlled vehicle access routes to minimize the potential for soil compaction and to minimize vehicle traffic on exposed and/or sensitive soils.
 Investigate alternative rock-excavating techniques (i.e., mechanical means) to reduce blasting to the greatest extent possible..
 Identify unstable rock structures through field investigations prior to construction. If any areas of concern are identified, design modifications may be implemented (as required) to minimize potential erosion, settlement, slope instability,
foundation failure or rock fall hazards as a result of construction.

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3. Groundwater
 Minimize paved surfaces and design roads to promote groundwater infiltration.
 Implement groundwater infiltration techniques to the maximum extent reasonably possible including:
 Releasing water to vegetated areas;
 Lining ditches with permeable material (rather than clay, for example); and
 Groundwater should remain on-site and not disposed of off-site (unless contaminated).
 Direct groundwater discharge water to natural infiltration systems.
 Limit duration of dewatering to as short a timeframe as reasonably possible.
 Conduct a Detailed Water Taking Assessment based on geotechnical investigation results to determine groundwater taking quantities, groundwater quality and predicted ZOI prior to construction. Based on this assessment, site-specific
mitigation measures and monitoring program for groundwater dependent natural features within the anticipated ZOI will be provided. Measures with respect to SAR mitigation and water taking are described in Schedule G.
 Limit dewatering quantities by implementing targeted groundwater cut-offs (i.e., slurry trench walls).
 Construct new water supply wells according to relevant regulatory standards and be operated in a manner to conserve water (i.e., excessive water taking is avoided).
 Where existing vegetation is present, leave a layer of vegetation intact between the outfall and receiving waterbody to provide additional water dispersion and entrapment of suspended solids. Where vegetation is not present, appropriate
erosion and sediment control measures will be utilized.
 No direct discharge of groundwater to Georgian Bay, Key River, Henvey Inlet or any surface water feature outside the Energy Centre will occur without acquiring any applicable approvals.
 In the event an impact to a private water well is detected, the well owner will be provided with a potable supply of water and maintain the supply until water quality conditions are comparable to baseline conditions. In the event water
quality does not recover to baseline conditions, the impacted well will be modified (i.e., deepened) or a new well be constructed that is sufficient to provide the resident with a potable supply of water similar in quantity and quality of
baseline conditions.
 In the event of a contaminant release that has potential to cause harm to an individual if consumed, the spill exceeds 100 L in volume and is located less than 500 m from a private water well, the potentially affected well(s) will be
included in a well monitoring program that includes water quality sampling for the suspected contaminant. In the event an impact to a private water well is detected the well owner will be provided with a potable supply of water and
maintain the supply until water quality conditions are comparable to baseline conditions. In the event water quality does not recover to baseline conditions, the impacted well will be modified (i.e., deepened) or a new well be constructed
that is sufficient to provide the resident with a potable supply of water similar in quantity and quality of baseline conditions.
4. Wildlife/Wildlife Habitat
 Vegetation rehabilitation will be advanced within all temporary construction/decommissioning areas as appropriate to the type of habitat that was removed (e.g., replant forested areas using native stock) within one (1) year of the
completion of the construction/decommissioning phase. In order to enhance insect prey populations preferred by bird SAR (ie. Canada Warbler and Olive-sided Flycatcher), planting plans for the rehabilitated areas will include flowering
herbaceous plants that are known to occur within study area. Prior to removal, habitat type and conditions will be documented.
 Where construction activities occur within 30 m of important wildlife habitat, install and maintain construction fencing (or similar delineation device) to clearly define the construction disturbance area and prevent accidental damage to
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 Fell trees toward the construction footprint area to reduce damage to adjacent vegetation being retained.
 The construction footprint will be microsited to reduce blasting to the greatest extent possible.
 Blasting will be conducted in accordance with the blasting plan made pursuant to this Permit including:
 Pre-blasting searches of wildlife by a qualified biologist, and adjust activities accordingly if wildlife are encountered (i.e., delay blasting activities, relocate wildlife, etc.); and
 Ensuring wildlife (e.g., birds flying over) is not in the blasting zone prior to detonation. If wildlife is encountered in the blasting zone, postpone detonation until the wildlife has vacated the area.
 If vegetation must be removed during the overall bird nesting season of April 1 to August 31, the following mitigation will apply, in accordance with the Migratory Birds Convention Act:
 A qualified avian biologist will be on-site during clearing activities to oversee vegetation removal and conduct nest surveys as required.
 Within complex habitats,* removal of all vegetation will occur outside the core bird nesting season of May 1 to July 28, when a minimum of 60% of nesting activity occurs in each of the 3 habitat types, as per Environment Canada's
Nesting Calendar for Zone C3 (Environment Canada 2014d).
 From April 1st to April 30th, nest and nesting activity searches will be conducted in areas defined as simple habitat* immediately prior to vegetation clearing.
 From May 1st to July 28th, nest and nesting activity searches will be conducted in simple habitat immediately prior to vegetation clearing. Vegetation clearing will not occur within complex habitats during this period.
 From July 29th to August 31st, nest and nesting activity searches will be conducted in simple habitat immediately prior to vegetation clearing.
 If an active nest or confirmed nesting activity is found, a buffer area will be implemented around the nest or nesting activity. The radius of the buffer will range depending on the species, level of disturbance and landscape context,
which will be confirmed by a qualified biologist (Environment Canada 2014d), but will protect a minimum area of 10m surrounding the nest.
 The nest itself will not be marked using flagging tape or other similar material as this increases the risk of nest predation; however, the outer limits of the buffer can be marked (EC, 2014b) and UTM coordinates will be taken.
*Note: Complex habitats refer to habitats that contain a variety of individual nesting sites in a range of habitats. For instance, forest and shrub-dominated communities may contain nesting spots within the canopy, sub-canopy, shrub
layer and ground layer, where identification of active nests may be difficult. Simple habitats refer to habitats that contain few likely nesting spots or a homogenous community where identification of active nests can be completed with
confidence. For instance, open rock barrens or other sparsely vegetated habitats may be considered simple habitats, depending on site-specific vegetation cover.
 The construction footprint area will be microsited to construct equipment and infrastructure, such as roads, away from species-at-risk habitats and residences and complex habitats, by a qualified biologist.

 With respect to SAR: each construction crew completing site clearing or blasting will be accompanied by at least one qualified Biologist that will report directly to HIW and will be responsible for searching for, and relocation (when
appropriate), SAR and ensuring all applicable environmental mitigation measures are implemented if a SAR individual or residence is encountered.
 Each Biologist working with a construction team will be equipped with a probe camera for searching under rocks or in crevices.
 The specific unit selected will have a minimum scope length to adequately search under, and within, gestation sites and surface crevices.
The presence of any SAR individual within the construction footprint that either cannot, or should not, be relocated (as per the mitigation measures in Schedule G), will trigger a temporary stop in local construction activity until no longer
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 Within those areas that provide confirmed and/or likely turtle nesting habitat (i.e., within sandy habitats, shorelines, or wetlands where turtle nesting activity has been observed or suitable habitat is within an area with concentrated turtle
observations) and that are identified to be cleared of vegetation:
 Construction will avoid suitable nesting areas between June 1 and September 15.
 If areas are unavoidable, exclusionary fencing will be installed prior to the turtle nesting/hatching period of June 1 to September 15;
 In the rare case where construction initially avoided an area and exclusionary fencing had not been installed prior to the turtle nesting period, a qualified biologist will complete area searches immediately prior to construction to
identify any potential nesting areas and nesting activity during the turtle nesting/hatching period of June 1 to September 15;
 If an active nest or confirmed nesting activity is found, a buffer area will be implemented around the nest or nesting activity. The radius of the buffer will range depending on the species, level of disturbance and landscape context,
which will be confirmed by a qualified biologist. The nest itself will not be marked using flagging tape or other similar material as this increases the risk of nest predation; however, the outer limits of the buffer can be marked and
UTM coordinates will be taken; and
 Once the biologist has cleared the area, install turtle appropriate exclusionary fencing during construction/decommissioning within areas of concentrated turtle activity to limit road and construction-related mortality.
 Removal of natural vegetation using heavy machinery will be avoided within suitable turtle and/or snake hibernating habitat (aquatic habitats or wetlands) during the winter turtle and snake hibernation season, from October 15 to April
30. If this is not possible, the following will occur:
 Removal of natural vegetation within suitable turtle and snake hibernating habitat (wetland and aquatic habitat) will be completed by hand from October 15 to April 30, when feasible;
 If vegetation clearing must occur within suitable turtle and snake hibernating habitat (wetland and aquatic) through use of heavy machinery between October 15 and April 30, known hibernation sites (as identified through baseline and
pre-construction surveys) will be avoided. Best management practices for heavy machinery usage within wetlands will be used to reduce impact on overwintering turtles (which may include but are not limited to low ground pressure
equipment, wide tires, rubberized tracks, swamp mats, lightweight equipment, varying paths and low tire inflation pressure); and
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Heavy machinery will be required to cross wetlands during the turtle and snake hibernation period of October 15 to April 30. Where crossings are necessary, heavy machinery will avoid known hibernation sites as identified through
baseline preconstruction surveys and cross at the most narrow crossing location (as deemed reasonable) or as close to the edge as possible within the construction footprint. Best management practices for heavy machinery use in
wetlands will be applied (which may include but are not limited to low ground pressure equipment, wide tires, rubberized tracks, swamp mats, lightweight equipment, varying paths and low tire inflation pressure).

 Vegetation removal will be conducted utilizing a feller buncher where vegetation will be cut close to the root and laid down along the side of the removal area. Trees/shrubs will be de-limbed and hauled off-site on a skidder.
 Install ecopassages or designated movement corridors to limit road mortality of reptiles (as set out in Schedule G).


Develop and implement a Sighting Response Protocol ("SRP") in the Wildlife Management Plan which will include:
 Education of all on-site staff about SAR that may be encountered and what to do if any are encountered;
 Details on what to do if SAR are encountered, including: immediate stop in construction activity within 10m of an observation of a Species at Risk until a qualified Biologist can confirm the species has vacated the construction
disturbance footprint. In lieu of calling a Biologist, work can be resumed after a 24hr period if no evidence of the species exists within the immediate area of previous observation. If the species still exists within the immediate area
after 24hrs, a qualified Biologist will be contacted to provide appropriate direction;
 For animals in immediate danger, handling procedures will be established for designated personnel (i.e., Environmental Monitor, qualified Biologist) in the event that a SAR needs to be moved out of potential harm;
 Complete Species Encounter Reports and maintain a species observation log to track species observations during the construction/decommissioning phase of the project so that adaptive management can be applied based on species
concentrations;
 All construction staff will be required to report to the Environmental Monitor any SAR mortality;
 All required permits under Section 73(2) of SARA will be obtained prior to handling SAR; and
 Reporting procedures (e.g. frequency to the Commissioner and EC-CWS).
 Post SAR Fact Sheet in areas where on-site staff can become familiar with possible species encounters.
 Install movement fencing in areas of high turtle and/or snake crossing activity or wildlife mortality. Monitor locations where fencing is installed to ensure that it is in good repair.

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 Avoid driving on access roads in proximity to amphibian breeding habitats at night between April 1 and June 30, and any rainy nights from spring to early autumn. Travel at night along access roads will only occur in emergency
situations..
 To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff. Outdoor garbage receptacles will only be installed at the operations
building and will be wildlife-proof.
5. Vegetation and Ecological Communities
 An area of disturbance will be delineated to ensure that work does not occur outside the construction footprint.
 Fell trees toward the construction footprint area to reduce damage to adjacent vegetation being retained.
 Vegetation rehabilitation will be advanced within all temporary construction/decommissioning areas as appropriate to the type of woodland or wetland that was removed (e.g., replant forested areas using native stock replant swamp areas
using native stock, consider transplanting native wetland species into temporarily disturbed areas suitable for wetland planting) within one (1) year of the completion of the construction/decommissioning phase. For areas that will be
temporarily disturbed during construction/decommissioning:
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document habitat type and conditions prior to removal;
transplanting of species will occur for species that would have a high probability of survival success (ie. tree seedlings);
a Biologist will ensure conditions of rehabilitated area contain suitable soil and moisture conditions for replanting/transplanting of native tree/shrub/herbaceous stock;
in areas where soils are absent (ie. rock barrens), if the original habitat conditions was bare rock, no replanting will occur. Should soils be absent in areas that originally contained vegetation, grading will occur to establish moisture
conditions suitable for moss mats.

 In order to enhance insect prey populations preferred by bird SAR (ie. Canada Warbler and Olive-sided Flycatcher), planting plans for the rehabilitated areas will include flowering herbaceous plants that are known to occur within study
area.
 Where excavation for construction of access roads, wind turbine generators or collector lines is required within the rooting zone of trees (i.e., within 1 m of the dripline), implement proper root pruning measures to protect tree roots.
 Site permanent infrastructure outside of wetlands to the extent reasonably possible. Where excavation of a wetland cannot be avoided, the area of disturbance will be delineated to ensure that work does not occur outside the construction
footprint area.
 Where construction activities occur within 30 m of a wetland, install and maintain construction fencing (or similar delineation device) to clearly define the construction footprint area to prevent accidental damage to vegetation.
 Use best management practices to maintain current drainage patterns, including:
 Minimize paved surfaces and design roads to promote infiltration;
 Limit changes in land contours to the maximum extent possible; and
 Ensure roadway culverts are designed and installed to maintain existing drainage patterns.
 Use water as a dust suppressant, as needed, along areas where construction activities are located within 5m of a wetland.
 In the event that dust accumulates on leaves of wetland plants, which may reduce photosynthesis, water will be used to wash dust off of vegetation.

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6. Surface Water
 Use temporary crossing structures or other practices to cross waterbodies with steep and highly erodible (e.g., dominated by organic materials and silts) banks and beds.
 Grading and Excavation
 Grade disturbed/remediated slopes or stockpiles to a stable angle to avoid slope instability and reduce erosion.
 Where construction activities occur within 30 m of a waterbody, use standard best management practices to maintain current existing drainage patterns, including:
 Limit changes in land contours to the maximum extent reasonably possible.
 Ensure roadway culverts are designed and installed to maintain existing drainage patterns.
 Where installation of a flow equalizing culvert is proposed, appropriate erosion control measures (eg. rip rap, seeding) will be installed at the ends of each culvert to prevent erosion which can change land contours.
 Equipment Use
 In order to avoid compacting or hardening of natural ground surface, and to avoid movement of machinery on sensitive slopes, restrict construction equipment to designated controlled vehicle access routes and to within identified
work areas.
 Whenever possible, operate machinery from outside the waterbody and on land above the high water mark or on ice in a manner that minimizes disturbance to the banks and bed of the waterbody.
 Limit machinery fording (if required) to only the amount necessary and only outside of sensitive time periods and upon consultation with a qualified Environmental Monitor. If repeated fording of the waterbody is required, construct a
temporary crossing structure (e.g., jersey bridge, swamp mats).
 Water Quality
 Turbid water shall not be discharged to a watercourse or wetland.
 Vegetation management will be done using mechanical techniques rather than herbicides.
 Install and maintain sediment and erosion controls such as silt fence barriers, rock flow check dams, compost filter socks or approved alternative along the edge of the construction footprint area if within 30 m of a wetland to minimize
potential sediment loading to the feature.
 Material Stockpiling and Handling
 Stabilize and store stockpiled materials (topsoil, grubbed materials) above the high water mark and 30 m away from wetlands and waterbodies. Transmission and collector poles or other structures will be placed above the normal high
water mark.
 Soil stockpiles to be graded by mechanical means to compact the soil and limit the erosion. Tracks of machinery should be perpendicular to the slope of the pile to reduce the flow velocity of rainfall over the stockpile.
 Place only clean materials free of fine particulate matter in the water for temporary construction measures (e.g., coffer dams to be constructed of 'pea gravel' bags/meter bags, geotextile fabric, sheet pile or other clean material).
 Rehabilitation
 Re-vegetate or stabilize exposed sites as soon as reasonably possible following disturbance using species native to the area to limit the duration of soil exposure.
 Work Area
 Maintain undisturbed buffer strips greater than 30 m in width around waterbodies and wetlands, except where access roads approach waterbody and wetland crossings. Where infrastructure is closer than 30m to a watercourse,
additional erosion and sediment control measures will be installed to adequately protect the watercourse.
 Dewatering Activities
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 Limit water taking quantities by implementing targeted groundwater cut-offs (i.e., slurry trench walls).
 No direct discharge to Georgian Bay, Key River, Henvey Inlet or any surface water feature outside the HIWEC will occur without acquiring applicable approvals.
 See above and Schedule G regarding Detailed Water Taking Assessment..
 Water Management
 Where vegetation is present, leave a layer of low cover vegetation intact between the outfall and receiving waterbody to provide additional water dispersion and entrapment of suspended solids. where existing vegetation is not
present, appropriate erosion and sediment control measures will be utilized.
 Water Crossing Design
 Design water crossings to accommodate high and low flows of the watercourse.
7. Fish and Fish Habitat
 Water Crossing Design
 Design water crossings installed at waterbodies supporting direct fish habitat to facilitate fish passage.
 Design water crossings to accommodate high and low flows of the waterbody.
 High sensitivity waterbodies will be avoided by using clear span structures (WB-S-M39-8 and WB-N-M26-21).
 Crossing Installation
 If streams are flowing during waterbody crossing structure installation, use appropriate work site isolation techniques (e.g., dam and pump, bypass channel, partial coffer damming) to minimize impacts on aquatic environment. If work
sites are isolated during construction, fish are to be salvaged from isolated area and transferred to undisturbed habitat downstream of the work site.
 Phase crossing structure removal so no fording of watercourses is required following structure removal (i.e., the last activity as the road is being decommissioned).
 Timing Windows
 Time in-water work to avoid sensitive life stages of fish species (i.e., spawning) for waterbodies, as follows:
 No in-water work from October 1 to July 15
 WB-N-M4-59
 No in-water work from March 15 to July 15
 WEC North (WB-N-M32-14, WB-N-M6-3, WB-N-M12-12-2, WB-N-M12-12, WB-N-M26-21, WB-N-M26-31, WB-N-M28-16, WB-N-M35-1, WB-A-M3-3);
 WEC South (WB-S-M17-29, WB-S-M30-11, WB-S-M39-8, WB-S-M19-6, WB-S-M34-53, WB-S-M13-13)

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 Monitoring
 Monitor all in-water work to ensure mitigation is applied and to identify any disturbances to fish habitat.
 Document any changes resulting from construction activities and obtain photographic documentation.
 In the event of fish mortality, stop all work and correct the cause of the mortality. Report the fish kill immediately to the Commissioner and any other relevant regulators
8. Land and Resources Used for Traditional Purposes by Aboriginal Persons
 Prior to the commencement of any Construction Activities, develop a site policy for safety and permitted access within the HIWEC regarding Aboriginal traditional uses allowed on the site during construction/decommissioning, (e.g., a
firearms and/or hunting policy).
 Minimize clearing widths for access roads, collector lines, transmission lines and wind turbine generator areas to the area necessary for safe construction and operation of the HIWEC.
 Initiate site reclamation of temporarily disturbed areas immediately following construction.
 Maintain ongoing communication with Bekanon Road residents, other HIFN members on Commissioner I.R. #2 and other affected land users about construction timelines and activities.
 Maintain ongoing communication with Bekanon Road residents, other HIFN members on Commissioner I.R. #2 and other affected land users about construction/decommissioning timelines, activities and associated access limitations.
 Maintain existing access Henvey Inlet throughout construction/decommissioning.
 Access limitations will be confined to active construction areas.
 Restricted areas to be clearly marked.
 Develop access plans as part of the EPP for authorized users during the construction/decommissioning period.
 Install signage to notify authorized road users of construction/decommissioning activities, where appropriate.
9. Cultural Resources/Heritage and Archaeological Sites
 If unanticipated archaeological resources are uncovered during the Site Preparation or the Construction Activities, all activities must stop until an archaeologist can evaluate the situation and carry out any required assessment to preserve
the archaeological information. Construction Activities will not re-commence until any negative impacts to archaeological resources are mitigated either through fully excavating any archaeological sites and removing them from the
ground, or by adjusting infrastructure placement to avoid archaeological sites. No archaeological resource will leave the site as it is the property of Commissioner.
 Site infrastructure will avoid cultural heritage features.
 If unanticipated cultural heritage features are discovered during construction and decommissioning all activities must stop until an archaeologist can evaluate the situation and carry out any required assessments. Construction Activities
will not re-commence until any negative impacts are mitigated.
10. Air Quality
 Conduct dust suppression (i.e., spraying water on access roads and work areas) during dry conditions to minimize dust generation.

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REQUIRED MITIGATION MEASURES
TABLE 1: Energy Centre: Required Mitigation Measures – Construction/Decommissioning
11. Local Residents, Cottagers and Businesses
 Maintain existing access to Henvey Inlet, throughout construction/ decommissioning.
 Access limitations will be confined to active construction areas.
 Work restricted areas to be clearly marked.
 Develop access plans as part of the EPP for authorized users during the construction/decommissioning period.
 Install signage to notify authorized road users of construction/decommissioning activities, where appropriate.
13. Community Services and Infrastructure
 Prohibit construction vehicles (including personal vehicles) from travelling along Bekanon Road, except to cross Bekanon Road, wherever possible.
 Notify Commissioner in advance of construction delivery schedules and install signage to notify road users of construction activity, where appropriate.
TABLE 2: Energy Centre: Required Mitigation Measures – Operation
1. General Mitigation Measures Applicable to Operations
 Prior to commencement of operation, develop and submit to the Commissioner, a revised SPRP to include operation activities including:
 Store any potential contaminants (e.g., oil, fuels and chemicals) in designated areas using secondary containment, where necessary.
 All potentially hazardous materials to be stored in containment sites within the O&M building, within berms where possible.
 Implement and adhere to the revised SPRP.
 Apply the following general mitigation measures during all operation to avoid contamination:
 Ensure machinery is maintained free of fluid leaks.
 Site maintenance, vehicle maintenance, vehicle washing and refuelling to be done on spill pads in specified areas at least 30 m away from wetlands and/or waterbodies.
 Store any stockpiled materials at least 30 m away wetlands and/or waterbodies.
 Store any contaminants (e.g., oil, fuels and chemicals) in designated areas using secondary containment, where necessary.
 Equip vehicles with effective muffler and exhaust systems.
 Avoid unnecessary idling of engines.
 Ensure that construction equipment is frequently maintained and kept in good working condition.
 Ensure that noise emissions from construction equipment do not exceed Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change Publication "NPC-115 Maximum Noise Emission Levels for Typical Construction Equipment" and
manufacturer recommendations.
 Use and maintain emission control devices on motorized equipment (as provided by the manufacturer of the equipment) to minimize the emissions so that they remain within industry standards. Heavy equipment and machinery to be
used within operating specifications.
 Clearly post speed limit signs along access roads (20 km/hr), install speed bumps and post speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity and instruct all staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.

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2. Soils/Terrain
 Keep right-of-way for access roads, collector lines/on-Reserve transmission lines and wind turbine generators clear of garbage and debris.
3. Groundwater
 Apply applicable mitigation measures to increase groundwater infiltration, as described in Schedule G.
4. Wildlife/Wildlife Habitat
 Utilize a lighting scheme to minimize potential risks for bat and bird collisions, while fulfilling Transport Canada requirements.
 Utilize a lighting scheme to minimize disturbance to wildlife, while fulfilling Transport Canada requirements.
 Conduct maintenance activities during daylight hours for increased visibility as well as to avoid light pollution effects during the night. In emergency circumstances where construction/decommissioning activities must occur at night
from April to September, a lighting scheme will be used to minimize potential risks to wildlife and will include the following: lighting spotlights will be directed downward, temporary and kept to a minimum.
 Vegetation trimming will be limited to within areas that have been previously cleared during the Construction Activities.
 Schedule trimming of any necessary vegetation removal during routine maintenance activities to occur outside of the overall bird nesting season, from April 1 to August 31. If this is not reasonably possible, the following mitigation will
apply, in accordance with the Migratory Birds Convention Act and the EPP's Wildlife Management Plan:
 Conduct nest and nesting activity surveys by a qualified avian biologist immediately prior to vegetation maintenance.
 If an active nest or confirmed nesting activity is found, a buffer area will be implemented around the nest or nesting activity. The radius of the buffer will range depending on the species, level of disturbance and landscape context
which will be confirmed by a qualified avian biologist. The nest itself will not be marked using flagging tape or other similar material as this increases the risk of nest predation; however, the outer limits of the buffer can be marked
and UTM coordinates will be taken.
 If suitable cavity trees must be removed during the bat roosting season (April 30 to September 1), each cavity tree will be searched for signs of maternity roosts by a qualified biologist prior to removal. If an active maternity roost is
found, removal activities will be scheduled after the bat roosting season (April 30 to September 1). Any hazard tree, such as a tree which poses an immediate safety risk to individuals and/or a risk to the functionality of equipment, is
identified, the tree may be removed at any time through consultation with Environment Canada. The need for additional mitigation measures or permits in these circumstances will be addressed on a site-specific basis.
 Maintain speed limit signage (20 km/hr), speed bumps installed along access roads and posted speed limits of 10 km/hr within areas of concentrated wildlife activity and instruct all staff to be vigilant for wildlife while driving on site.
 Restrict public use of access roads to minimize risk of road mortality and poaching through installation of access gate with operations staff throughout the site.
 Avoid grading as part of access road maintenance during the turtle nesting/hatching period (June 1 to September 15).
 Avoid maintenance of culverts where substrates at or below the frost line are disturbed during the reptile winter hibernation period (October 15 to April 30) to the extent reasonably possible where suitable hibernation habitat within
wetlands or aquatic features has been identified for reptiles. However, under emergency circumstances, a contingency mitigation strategy in the wildlife management plan implemented under the EPA will be developed which will
include:
 A qualified biologist will be on site monitoring emergency maintenance activities should any hibernating snakes or turtles be found; and
 In the unlikely case that a reptile is disturbed and brought out of hibernation, Commissioner and EC-CWS will be notified and the individual will be transported immediately to the nearest trauma centre. Alternative wildlife trauma
centres and/or rehabilitation centres closer to Project Area will be examined. A map and directions to the nearest turtle trauma center and wildlife rehabilitation centre will be posted in all operations buildings.

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REQUIRED MITIGATION MEASURES
TABLE 1: Energy Centre: Required Mitigation Measures – Construction/Decommissioning
 Avoid driving on access roads in proximity to amphibian breeding habitats at night between April 1 and June 30, and any rainy nights from spring to early autumn. Travel at night along access roads will only occur in emergency
situations.
 During the sensitive wildlife period (April 1 to September 30), all maintenance and biological crews (which will encompass the vast majority of vehicle traffic on access roads) will consist of two people, one of which will be trained to
scan for wildlife that may be on the road, and will use binoculars (when appropriate). The trained wildlife spotter will continually scan the access road ahead of the vehicle to ensure no wildlife (eg. birds roosting or nesting on the
ground) are near or on the road. If wildlife is identified, on the road, the vehicle will immediately stop and will continue around the animal at a very slow speed (eg. less than 5 km/h), if here is enough room to safely proceed.
 Bird diverters/anti-perching devices will be implemented in areas of concentrated bird nests (i.e., Osprey and other raptor nests) along the on-Reserve transmission line to minimize potential collisions.
 To prevent predation, minimize potential attractants (ie. garbage) by preparing and implementing anti-littering policy. Such policy shall be followed by all on-site staff. Outdoor garbage receptacles will only be installed at the
Operations building and will be wildlife-proof.
 Develop and implement a Sighting Response Protocol ("SRP"), which will include:
 All on-site staff will receive formal training about SAR that may be encountered within the HIWEC, including how to recognize each SAR and the proper procedure to follow if SAR is encountered;
 For animals in immediate danger, handling procedures will be established for site personnel in the event that a SAR needs to be moved out of potential harm (i.e., off a road);
 Maintain a species observation log to track species observations during the operational phase of the HIWEC so that adaptive management can be applied based on species concentrations;
 All operations staff will be required to report any turtle SAR mortality or turtle activity on roads to the appropriate staff; and
 All required permits under Section 73(2) of SARA will be obtained prior to handling SAR.
5. Vegetation and Ecological Communities
 If encroachment of invasive species is detected, management recommendations will be determined by a qualified biologist in accordance with the EPP's weed management plan.
 Vegetation trimming will be limited to within areas that have been previously cleared during the Construction Activities.
6. Surface Water
 Equipment Use
 In order to avoid compacting or hardening of natural ground surface, and to avoid movement of machinery on sensitive slopes, restrict equipment to designated controlled vehicle access routes and to within identified work areas.
 Water Quality
 Turbid water will not be discharged to a waterbody or wetland.
 Vegetation management will be done using mechanical techniques rather than herbicides.
 Whenever possible, operate machinery from outside the waterbody and on land above the high water mark or on ice in a manner that minimizes disturbance to the banks and bed of the waterbody.
 Limit machinery fording (if required) to only the amount necessary and only outside of sensitive time periods and upon consultation with a qualified Environmental Monitor. If repeated fording of the watercourse is required, construct
a temporary crossing structure (e.g., jersey bridge, swamp mats).
 Dust will be suppressed using water as a suppressant, if required.

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REQUIRED MITIGATION MEASURES
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 Water Crossing Maintenance
 Regular inspection of water crossing structures to confirm high and low flow of waterbody are accommodated.
 Regular inspection for debris buildup and/or obstruction of flow, and maintenance of such if required.
7. Fish and Fish Habitat
To replace or maintain culverts at road crossings:
 Water Crossing Design
 Design culverts installed at waterbodies supporting direct fish habitat to facilitate fish passage.
 Design culverts to accommodate high and low flows of the watercourse.
 Timing Windows
 Time in-water work to avoid sensitive life stages of fish species (i.e., spawning), as follows:
 No in-water work from October 1 to July 15
 WB-N-M4-59
 No in-water work from March 15 to July 15
 WEC North (WB-N-M32-14, WB-N-M6-3, WB-N-M12-12-2, WB-N-M12-12, WB-N-M26-21, WB-N-M26-31, WB-N-M28-16, WB-N-M35-1, WB-A-M3-3);
 WEC South (WB-S-M17-29, WB-S-M30-11, WB-S-M39-8, WB-S-M19-6, WB-S-M34-53, WB-S-M13-13)
 Monitoring
 Monitor all in-water work to ensure mitigation is applied and to identify any disturbances to fish habitat.
 Document any changes resulting from Construction Activities and obtain photographic documentation.
8. Land and Resources Used for Traditional Purposes by Aboriginal Persons
 Prior to operation, develop, implement and adhere to a site policy for safety and permitted access within the HIWEC on Commissioner I.R. #2 regarding Aboriginal traditional uses allowed on the site during operations (e.g., a firearms
and/or hunting policy).
 Ensure maintenance activity is limited to pre-determined work areas.
 Maintain ongoing communication with Bekanon Road residents, other Commissioner members on Commissioner I.R. #2 and other affected land users about maintenance timelines and activities.
9. Cultural Resources/Heritage and Archaeological Sites
 Should any archaeological sites or material be identified during operations, all maintenance activities must stop until an archaeologist can evaluate the situation and carry out any required assessment to preserve the archaeological
information. Maintenance activities will not re-commence until any negative impacts to archaeological resources are mitigated either through fully excavating any archaeological sites and removing them from the ground, or by adjusting
infrastructure placement to avoid archaeological sites.
 Prior to operation, an archaeology and cultural resources management plan for discovery of unknown archaeological sites during operations will be prepared and implemented as part of the EPP.
 Infrastructure will be sited to avoid direct and indirect effects to cultural heritage resources.

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 In addition, an archaeology and cultural resources management plan for discovery of unknown cultural heritage features during operations will be prepared and implemented as part of the EPP.
10. Air Quality
 Conduct dust suppression (i.e., spraying water on access roads and work areas) during dry conditions to minimize dust generation.
11. Local Residents, Cottagers and Businesses
 Prior to operation, develop access plans as part of the EPA for authorized users during the operations phase.
 Maintain ongoing communication with authorized users of Commissioner I.R. #2 and other affected adjacent land users about maintenance activities and associated access limitations.
 Maintain existing access to primary use areas including Henvey Inlet throughout operations.
 Access limitations will be confined to active maintenance areas. Work restricted areas to be clearly marked.
12. Community Services and Infrastructure
 No vegetation clearing within 120 m of Georgian Bay, Henvey Inlet and Key River shoreline areas to preserve the shoreline landscape where reasonably possible.
 Limit wind turbine generator markings to manufacturer/company markings/logos.
 Wind turbine generator lighting beam angle will be adjusted to minimize lighting observed from ground level.
 Avoid white obstruction lighting.
 Ensure that all lights flash simultaneously.
 Use minimum amount of lighting required to meet Transport Canada requirements.
 Prohibit maintenance vehicles (including personal vehicles) from travelling along Bekanon Road, except to cross Bekanon Road.

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SCHEDULE I
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS MONITORING PLAN
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