Public Involvement
MTO is committed to an extensive consultation and engagement program that actively engages and involves members of the public, non-government organizations (NGOs), municipalities, First Nations, regulatory agencies, businesses and industry. As such, the Project Team welcomes comments regarding the Highway 11/17 four-laning project. All comments received, with the exception of personal information, will become part of the public record.
Notifications
Notification of project milestones (study commencement, Public Information Centres, and public review periods for the ESR Addendum) will be announced through a notice advertised in the Thunder Bay Chronicle-Journal and Red Rock Nipigon Gazette and posted on this website. External agencies, First Nations, Township of Shuniah, emergency services and anyone on the study contact list will be notified through direct mail.
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT.
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE NOTICE OF PIC #1
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE NOTICE OF PIC #2
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE NOTICE OF ADDENDUM – ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY REPORT
Public Information Centres (PICs)
External agency and public consultation will take place throughout the study, including two rounds of Public Information Centres (PICs).
PIC #1
The first PIC will provide the opportunity for the public, agencies and stakeholders to review and comment on:
- The review of the previously EA approved plan;
- Potential changes to the previously EA approved highway alignment;
- Potential side road connection alternatives; and
- Updated environmental conditions.
Due to the on-going pandemic, PIC #1 is being held virtually. Persons requiring accommodation to review these materials are encouraged to contact the Project Managers to discuss accessibility requirements. Comments are requested by August 6, 2021 via the Contact Us page on this project website, or by contacting the Project Managers listed in the display boards. Please note comments are welcome at any time during the study.
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE PIC #1 DISPLAY BOARDS
PIC #2
The second PIC will provide the opportunity to review and comment on:
- The analysis and evaluation of alternatives;
- The preferred highway alignment; and
- The anticipated environmental impacts and proposed mitigation strategies.
Comments are requested by October 20, 2022 via the Contact Us page on this project website, or by contacting the Project Managers listed in the display boards. Please note comments are welcome at any time during the study.
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE PIC #2 DISPLAY BOARDS
The PICs will also provide the public and interest groups with an opportunity to discuss the study with members of the project team. Following each PIC, summary reports and display/presentation materials will be posted on this website.
ADDENDUM – ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY REPORT (ESR)
The addendum is available for a 30-day comment period from March 7th to April 6th, 2023.
CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW THE ADDENDUM – ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY REPORT (ESR)