Minimizing the effects of our projects and operations on the environment is important to us. The
planning of
this project will follow the “Class Environmental Assessment for Minor Transmission Facilities
(2022)”
(Class EA for MTF), established in accordance with the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act.
This planning
process applies to transmission infrastructure projects that are carried out routinely and have
predictable
environmental effects that can be readily managed.
Within the Class EA for MTF there are two levels of assessment associated with the size of the
project and
potential environmental effects. These include: i) Screening Process (streamlined), and ii) Full
Class EA
Process. Based on the examples provided in the Class EA document, it is anticipated that this
project will
follow the Screening Process subject to consultation activities and satisfying the applicable 16
screening
criteria. For more information please visit
Class EA Screening Projects.
Engagement with affected Indigenous communities, landowners, City of Toronto, government
agencies, interest
groups and others through opportunities like community open houses is key to ensure that we work
together to
identify the best location for this needed electricity infrastructure.
