The Atlantic Salmon Federation has welcomed the order for an environmental impact statement (EIS) for a salmon hatchery expansion project on Newfoundland's west coast. The project, which aims to increase production at the Stephenville hatchery, was initially approved by the provincial government but faced legal challenges. The EIS will assess the potential environmental impact of the project.
STEPHENVILLE, N.L. — The Atlantic Salmon Federation says an environmental impact statement process for a salmon hatchery expansion project on Newfoundland ’s west coast was a necessity.
The fish would be used to stock the 39 seawater farms the company is currently licenced to operate near St. Alban’s, on the province’s south coast.The $51 million project, first proposed in 2018, was initially approved by the provincial government, but the Salmonid Association of Newfoundland, represented by lawyers from Ecojustice, took the matter to court, arguing the province didn’t consider the sea cage component.
“The minister cannot ignore public concern or the fact that sea-cage salmon farms have long-lasting, serious consequences for wild fish and the environment.”Davis received more than 200 letters of concern and submissions from groups and individuals before making the decision.
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