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Activity application for Laurentian Channel MPA: Step 2. Application process

2. Application process

Who should apply for an activity approval?

Answer:

Anyone wishing to conduct scientific research or monitoring or educational activities in the area must submit an activity plan that provides the information required in section 6 of the Regulations governing the MPA. Consult the Regulations before initiating the application process to know which activities are permitted.

How do I apply?

Answer:

To conduct activities in the Laurentian Channel MPA you must contact the MPA Management Team to obtain the current Activity Plan Submission Form. Before submitting the application, you should review the Regulations and the checklist to ensure that all required information has been included.

When should I apply?

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The Regulations do not specify how long in advance a request must be received before starting the proposed activities. However, please allow 60 days to process your request. It is recommended that you discuss the activity and the proposed start date with the MPA Management Team. To obtain the activity report template or to submit a report, contact the MPA Management Team.

How does the application process work?

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The completed request must be submitted to the Laurentian Channel MPA Management Team for processing. The application will be reviewed by the Management Team and, if necessary, other experts in the field. The Regulations, the Laurentian Channel management plan and other documents, establish the assessment criteria. The management team will contact the applicant if clarification is needed for any aspect of the request and the proposed activities.

What is required for an activity to be approved?

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Only scientific research or monitoring or educational activities are subject to an activity plan. The basic requirements for an activity to be approved are described in Sections 6 and 7 of the Regulations. The proposed activities must not contravene the conservation objectives established for the area. Applicants are required to explain how the proposed activities contribute to these conservation, research and monitoring priorities, and demonstrate that these activities will not contribute to cumulative environmental effects in the MPA. The MPA Management Team can assist in ensuring that your proposed goals meet the objectives of the MPA.

Use the checklist to make sure all the necessary information is included. Additional information may be required to ensure sound management of the Area. Although your request will be assessed based only on the required elements, the review can be expedited and facilitated if you provide more information.

How long does it take to receive a decision?

Answer:

The Minister will approve or reject an activity plan within 60 days of the date the final version of the plan is received.

Is a follow-up report necessary?

Answer:

The Regulations require the applicant to prepare a post-activity report which must be submitted within 90 days of the last day of activity. A list of the information required for this report can be found in section 8 of the Regulations. To obtain the activity report template or to submit a report, contact the MPA Management Team.

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