The Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board's mission is to conduct fair and timely environmental impact assessments in the Mackenzie Valley that protect the environment, including the social, economic and cultural well-being of its residents.
Our mission is to conduct fair and timely environmental impact assessments in the Mackenzie Valley that protect the environment.
The Review Board is saddened to learn of the passing of Mr. Percy Hardisty on Wednesday April 17, 2019.
We extend our condolences to his wife Betty, and his entire family. Mr. Hardisty is remembered for his dedication, tireless work and his voice of advocacy for the Deh Cho region.
Mr. Hardisty served as a Board member with the Review Board for multiple terms until March 2014.
Participant funding is now available for the Environmental Assessment of Diavik's Proposal to Deposit Processed Kimberlite into Pits and Underground. The Participant Funding Guide and the Participant Funding Application are available on the public registry of this environmental assessment. These documents include the details of who can apply and how, as well as who to contact with additional questions.
The Mackenzie Valley Review Board has decided to conduct an environmental assessment on Diavik's proposal to put processed kimberlite into mined-out pits and underground mine workings.
This informational brochure provides a summary of the EA Initiation Guidelines initiative, the goals, and the expected benefits to participants in the MVEIRB's EA process.
The Review Board welcomes and supports a new participant funding program for northern environmental assessments.