Environmental Assessment Practitioners' Forum February 6, 2014 - Capital Hotel, St. John’s, NL Join NEIA for a discussion of Environmental Assessment (EA) processes and practice in Newfoundland and Labrador. This session will include an overview of the provincial and federal EA processes and their application to proposed development projects in Newfoundland and Labrador. Speakers will include experienced EA participants and practitioners from industry and government, who will share experiences and insights on EA in Newfoundland and Labrador. This will include an overview of EA processes and requirements, as well as some key EA outcomes, benefits, challenges and lessons learned as reflected in recent experience.
Agenda 8:30 – 8:35
Welcome and Introduction Ted Lomond, Executive Director –NEIA
8:35 – 8:40
“What is Environmental Assessment?” Steve Bonnell, Environmental Assessment Practice Leader, AMEC
8:40 – 9:10
Provincial Government Perspective Mr. Bas Cleary, Director – Environmental Assessment Division, Department of Environment and Conservation, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Quick overview of EA legislation, application and process Key elements of good EA practice Recommendations for proponents and practitioners
9:10 – 9:40
Federal Government Perspective Mike Atkinson, Director – Atlantic Region, Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency Quick overview of EA legislation, application and process Key elements of good EA practice Recommendations for proponents and practitioners
9:40 – 10:10
Industry Proponent Perspective Todd Burlingame, Executive Vice-President – Environment and Aboriginal Affairs, Alderon Recent EA experiences Key lessons learned
10:10 – 10:30
Coffee
10:30-11:00
Industry Consultant Perspective Steve Bonnell, Environmental Assessment Practice Leader, AMEC Advice on planning, initiating and completing an EA in NL Recommendations for EA Participants
11:00 – 12:00
Facilitated Group Discussion Ted Lomond, Executive Director, NEIA Sharing of EA experiences and perspectives Recommendations for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of EA practice in NL