Further to your recent application for a water license, there is some additional information that is required, and remains outstanding. This would include a detailed topographical map and/or aerial photograph of the area, as well as a contingency plan to address the potential impact of a salt water spill (such as might occur during hydrostatic testing) on adjacent freshwater resources. With regards to the maps presently submitted, those maps do not provide sufficient detail regarding adjacent waterbodies and site drainage feature to allow for an evaluation of any potential impacts of the project on freshwater resources in the vicinity. Additionally, as there is a small potential for the release of hazardous materials during the testing process, a contingency to address this possibility will also be required. Finally, what provisions are being made for the disposal of the contaminated sorbent materials that you described in the application documents that you have submitted to date?

Sincerely,

Jim Wall
Technical Advisor
Nunavut Water Board
P.O. Box 119
Gjoa Haven, NU X0B 1J0
Tel: 867-983-2214 (Cambridge Bay Office)
Fax: 867-983-2216 (Cambridge Bay Office)
Email: tech1@nwb.nunavut.ca