NE Major Project’s Office

The goal of Major Projects BC is to support our clients through the permitting and authorization process. By coordinating the process, better decisions are made with more efficient timelines for a more sustainable future for B.C.

Topics:• Our Regional Business Approach• Sharing Stories of Success

Proposal/Application

Major Project Standard/Routine

Is Is it Multi (Agency/Jurisdiction/legislation/authorization) and

requires coordination?

Y

Follow Standard IP ProceduresStep 1. Assess “Complexity”

Step 2. Assess “Significance”

Step 3. Categorize • Complex MP• Priority MP

Step 4. • Assign appropriate level of resources

NE Major Project’s 1 Process to Define a Major Project

Forests and Range Crown Lands Water Fish, Wildlife,

and Stewardship

Mining and Aggregate

Pre-Application

Application Submission

Review and Comment

Decision Package

Decision

Implementation

PROJECT MANAGEMENT APPROACH - FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION

Major Project’s involvement exists throughout a project’s life to support streamlined decision making and strong environmental management.

Our project management approach enables operational staff to work through the authorization and permitting process for multiple projects while we ensure due care and attention to each project.

NE Project Summary:• Mining Projects – includes MRDC participation and NOW’s• Wind Farm Projects – includes EA and Sub-EA level projects• Pipeline Projects – includes transition support to OGC• BC Hydro Projects – mostly includes Site C and DCAT• Other Regional Initiatives

Our Partners Most Likely to be Associated with a Major Project:

• Ministry of Energy and Mines• Ministry of Environment• Environmental Assessment Office• Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation• Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure • Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency• Ministry of Agriculture

Thank you!