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Re-engineered Model for Federal Impact Assessment

NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION!

Wednesday April 8, 2026, 12:00 pm

The Atlantic Canada Association for Impact Assessment (ACAIA) is pleased to host a presentation by Mike Atkinson, Regional Director Atlantic with the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) and current ACAIA director, on the re-engineered model for federal impact assessments.

Over the last several years, work has been underway to increase efficiency in the delivery of the federal impact assessment process. IAAC’s re-engineered federal impact assessment process is designed to complete reviews within two years for projects requiring a federal assessment.

This model focuses on clarity, efficiency, and high-value steps to accelerate decisions without compromising environmental standards and Indigenous rights. It is a fundamentally new way of conducting impact assessments, focusing on effectiveness, collaboration, and meaningful engagement throughout every stage.

As usual, this webinar is free for ACAIA members in good standing (i.e., those who have paid their $35 membership fee within the last 365 days), as well as members of other Canadian IAIA affiliates (AQÉI, OAIA, IAIA-WNC).  Non-members can pay a nominal ticket fee OR join ACAIA and enjoy this and all future webinars this year for free!  See our website (www.atlanticcanada-aia.ca) for details on becoming a member. 

Get your ticket here.