Articles tagged with "Sustainability"

The Bureau d'audiences publiques sur l'environnement (BAPE) has announced a new public information period for the Grosse-Île wind farm project in the Magdalen Islands, from November 19 to December 19, 2025. This period will allow the public to learn about the project and its potential environmental impacts. Relevant project documents will be available on the BAPE website.

A new multifunctional trail is under construction in the Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional Park in Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague. The project will connect existing paths to the Canal neighborhood and involves temporary closures for safety. The construction adheres to environmental guidelines to reduce impact on natural surroundings. This infrastructure aims to promote cycling tourism and boost the local economy.

A grant from the Energy Innovation Program of Natural Resources Canada will assist the INRS in expediting the data analysis for the prefeasibility studies of the Deep Sky carbon storage site in Bécancour. This funding aims to support efforts in managing and reducing carbon emissions. Bécancour has been selected as a potential site for this carbon capture and storage project.

Hydro-Québec has launched the Alliance of Exemplary Buildings on October 28. This initiative brings together 25 buildings in Montreal and Quebec City with the goal of saving 21 TWh by 2035. Participants commit to improving their energy practices by installing more efficient equipment and adjusting heating and cooling systems.

Proment Corporation has started construction on the Evolo FLEX tower, a $150 million rental project in Montreal's Pointe-Nord eco-neighbourhood. This development is the last phase of a major project along the St. Lawrence River and is one of the few areas in Canada with a LEED Neighbourhood Development Gold certification. The tower will be 26 storeys high.

The fossil fuel industry in Canada is promoting a pipeline project, aiming to boost social acceptance. As Canada explores 'major national projects', the Alliance Nouvelle Voie consortium highlights the economic benefits of oil sands. Experts critique this strategy, arguing that reliance on fossil fuels poses economic risks. A previous investigation into their marketing practices was closed by the Competition Bureau of Canada.

Nissan Canada has partnered with Montreal-based Lithion Technologies to launch a new initiative for recycling electric vehicle (EV) batteries in Canada. The project utilizes Lithion's advanced hydrometallurgical process to recover and repurpose materials from used batteries, thereby reducing waste and supporting a circular economy. This initiative aims to decrease the resource demand associated with battery production and minimize environmental impact by reintegrating recovered materials into new batteries.

The CIMA+ offices in Sherbrooke have achieved LEED Gold certification after moving into a refurbished building. Originally constructed in 1974, the building is located on Jacques-Cartier South Boulevard near Lake of Nations. The certification was awarded in October 2025 following the completion of renovation work in May 2024.

Acier AGF has supplied and installed 300 tonnes of reinforcing steel for a project transforming a former gas station into a mixed-use building in Montreal's Verdun district. This project, known as Station C, aims to revitalize a key area of the district. The initiative represents a significant construction effort in one of Montreal's important neighborhoods.

The Bureau of Public Hearings on the Environment (BAPE) released its report on the wind farm projects in Saint-Paul-de-Montminy and La Forêt Domaniale in the Montmagny RMC. The report, requested by the Minister of Environment Bernard Drainville, summarizes public concerns and the commission's analysis. The public consultations were led by chairwoman Marie-Eve Fortin and commissioner Georges Lanmafankpotin. BAPE remains pivotal in informing and engaging the public on environmental issues in Quebec.

A controversial real estate project in Rimouski, which would encroach on a wooded area, has been sidelined due to an excess of housing being constructed elsewhere in the city. Although deemed less urgent, the project remains on hold for possible future housing needs. Previously, the project faced strong public opposition. The municipality plans to focus on downtown densification in its next urban plan.

Cegep de Saint-Jérôme and Tricentris are collaborating on a project to repurpose construction materials from the Pavilion F renovation and expansion. Selective deconstruction allows for the reuse, transformation, and redistribution of materials like wood and metal. This process is embedded in a circular economy approach. Revalued materials will be sold at low cost, creating a local value chain.