Modification and Expansion of Waste Disposal Site in Natuashish, NL

The Waste Disposal Site (WDS) in Natuashish, NL is nearing the end of its life and requires modification and expansion to extend its use at the current location. The project will involve repairing and upgrading existing infrastructure at the WDS and developing a Construction and Demolition Waste Disposal Site.  Activities include, fence repairs, grading of existing WDS to extend vertical use, maintenance of fire breaks and stormwater management. The WDS will also include a lateral extension on the northwest side of approximately 100m by 210 m, which will require grubbing and the extension of the fence and fire breaks.

The non-hazardous waste from construction and demolition will be diverted to a former quarry that will be fenced and set up to receive this waste.  This will also extend the life of the main WDS. 


Latest update

March 30, 2026 - The public comment period on the project is closed. Indigenous Services Canada is reviewing the assessment to determine whether carrying out the project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects.

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Key documents

Key documents
Document number Document title File Date
1 Notice of Intent to Make a Determination - Start of Public Comment Period - October 6, 2025

Contacts

Indigenous Services Canada - Atlantic
Indigenous Services Canada
PO BOX 160
40 Havelock Street
Amherst, Nova Scotia B4H 3Z3
Telephone: 1-800-567-9604
Fax: 902-661-6237
Email: aadnc.paeat-erpat.aandc@canada.ca


Disclaimer

This map is for illustrative purposes. The markers represent the approximate locations based on available data. More than one marker may be identified for a given assessment.

  • Location

    • Mushuau Innu First Nation (Newfoundland and Labrador)
  • Nature of Activity

    • Waste Management
  • Assessment Status

    In progress
  • Start Date

    2025-10-06
  • Proponent

    Mushuau Innu First Nation
  • Authorities

    • Indigenous Services Canada
  • Assessment Type

    Project on federal lands
  • Reference Number

    89926
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