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Environmental Impact Review Process
The Environmental Impact Review Process follows six stages to evaluate potential environmental and community impacts of proposed developments. The process incorporates Inuvialuit knowledge, government expertise, and environmental safeguards to support informed and responsible decision-making.
Get detailed information about the Environmental Impact Review Process on our website.
EIR Initiation
The review begins when a project is referred to the EIRB and the public process is started.
Scoping Phase
Key environmental, social, and cultural issues to be studied are identified.
EIS Development Phase
The developer prepares an Environmental Impact Statement outlining the project and its impacts.
Technical Review Phase
Experts, governments, and parties review the information and provide comments and questions.
Hearing Phase
Public hearings allow communities and interested parties to share input and evidence.
Decision Phase
The review board makes recommendations based on all information on the public record.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Environmental Impact Review Board (EIRB) is an independent body established under the Inuvialuit Final Agreement to review the environmental impact of proposed developments in the Inuvialuit Settlement Region.
No, all project records are publicly accessible. You only need an account to submit comments, subscribe to notifications, or participate as a party to the proceedings.
Navigate to the project you wish to comment on, find the active commenting period, and submit your comment. You must be signed in to submit comments.
The duration of an environmental impact review varies depending on the complexity of the project. Reviews can take anywhere from several months to several years.
Yes, community hearings and public meetings are open to the public. Check the Events section of individual projects for upcoming meeting details.
Yes, create an account and subscribe to projects you're interested in. You'll receive email notifications when new documents, events, or updates are posted.
Learning & Tutorials
Introduction to the EIRB Registry
Finding Projects
Submitting Public Comments
The Review Process