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Environmental Impact Study
In Canada, we’re blessed with whole swathes of natural land which are filled to the brim with beautiful landscapes and picturesque sights – and although we still have countless acres of this land left, it’s clear that modern developments are taking more and more of it away. To make sure that construction work isn’t going to cause undue harm to the natural spaces across Canada, environmental impact studies are required to assess the potential effects that are likely to take place. At EIA Toronto, we’ve spent many long years carrying out environmental impact assessments
and studies, so we feel confident that our experts will be able to uncover what’s likely to take place with accuracy and precision. Below, you can discover more about the environmental impact study process, learning just why it matters, when it’s applicable, and how we carry it out. For those with any lingering doubts or questions, our customer service representatives are standing at the ready.
Understanding Environmental Impact Studies
Before we get into any further detail about the importance and impact of an environmental impact study, we first need to answer the question ‘what is an EIA study?’. Put simply, an environmental impact study is an assessment process that identifies and evaluates the future environmental effects that a development or construction project will have. Generally speaking, these assessments are carried out by the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency, the National Energy Board, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, or a trusted review service like the team at EIA Toronto.
Assessment Timelines
If you’re wondering, ‘how long does an environmental impact study take?’, you’re not alone. This is one of the first concerns that development proponents ask about, and the fact is that it can be a relatively lengthy process. The relevant regulations set out that 24 months is the maximum length of time allowed for the process, but more often that not, it’s likely to take around a year for the process to be completed. Of course, the exact length of time it’ll take will depend on the size and complexity of the project – it could be less than a year as well.
Environmental Impacts
It shouldn’t come as any surprise that a whole range of environmental impacts need to be examined – you’ll surely have heard about some of the environmental disasters that have taken place over the years thanks to poor project planning and execution. An environmental impact study will look at the way a proposed development will impact local wildlife populations, food sources, water quality, Indigenous populations, and all sorts else. By taking this holistic approach, we can be sure that nothing is going to be missed.
Flawless Track Record
At EIA Toronto, we pride ourselves on the high standards of our work. We strive to provide a set of services that leave no stone unturned, delivering quality in spades, time and time again. If you need to have an EIA study completed, you’re not going to find a more reputable or dependable service anywhere in the Toronto, Ontario region.