Notice of Determination

April 26, 2024 – ADM Aéroports de Montréal has determined that the proposed project for the installation of a new exterior belt at Gate 48 at YUL Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects by applying the mitigation measures planned for the project.

This determination was based on a consideration of the following factors:

• Technically and economically feasible mitigation measures;
• Community knowledge;
• Indigenous knowledge and impacts on rights of Indigenous peoples.

The mitigation measures considered for this determination are as follows:

Air quality

• Equip vehicles with a functional emission control exhaust system
• Turn off engines on gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment when not in use.
• Keep trucking paths and driveways clean without build-up of granular materials

Soundscape

• Use broadband or dimmable backup alarms
• Prevent dump truck doors from slamming

Soil quality

• Cover the ground with a geomembrane in areas provided for the storage of materials
• Manage contaminated soils in compliance with applicable regulations
• Segregate excavated soils according to their degree of contamination

Groundwater and/or surface water quality

• Protect storm sewers from contaminant discharge during construction at all times
• Ensure that a spill kit is available at all times

Accordingly, ADM Aéroports de Montréal may exercise its powers to enable the project to be carried out.