EBR-011-3334 – Agreements for existing hydro-electric generating stations – ORA

May 26, 2011:  “ORA would first like to emphasize the vital importance of providing safe upstream and downstream passage for American Eel, as well as all fish species, even those not listed officially as threatened or endangered species. Ensuring the conservation of Ontario’s biodiversity, and protecting the integrity of Ontario’s ecosystems, is absolutely essential when issuing any permit or approval for any waterpower facility, as each project can individually have serious potential impacts on the natural resources of Ontario.”