Comment on Designated Classes of Projects Order
From: Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
On June 20, 2024, the Budget Implementation Act, 2024, received Royal Assent and brought into force amendments to the Impact Assessment Act (IAA). These changes were made in response to the Supreme Court of Canada's decision on the constitutionality of the IAA. Over the coming weeks and months, this website along with procedures, policy and guidance documents will be updated to reflect these legislative changes, as required.
Current status: Open
Opened on July 27, 2024, and will close on October 10, 2024
The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) is seeking comments on proposed changes to the types of projects set out in the Designated Classes of Projects Order (also known as the Ministerial Exclusion Order) issued under subsection 88(1) of the Impact Assessment Act (IAA).
- The Designated Classes of Projects Order sets out the classes of non-designated projects on federal lands and outside Canada that, if carried out, will cause only insignificant adverse environmental effects and would not be subject to the requirements for an environmental effects determination under the IAA. Please note, this Order is not related to requirements for an impact assessment of a designated project under the IAA.
Your feedback will help inform the amendments made to the Designated Classes of Projects Order.
How to comment
Share your thoughts online
Comment on the proposed regulatory amendments to the Designated Classes of Projects Order using the Canada Gazette, Part I comment platform.
All comments received will be posted publicly on the Canada Gazette, Part I, platform. It is strongly recommended to submit comments using this platform.
Who is the focus of this consultation
All interested groups and individuals are welcome to provide their comments.
More information
For more information, see Proposed amendments to the Designated Classes of Projects Order.
Contact
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
22nd Floor, Place Bell
160 Elgin Street
Ottawa ON K1A 0H3