Policy Text:
The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, Ontario Ministry of Environment (MOE) Spills Action Centre (SAC), and Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) are requested to update their Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) to include the following:
- Maps that show the locations of the DeCew Water Treatment Plant and associated Highway 406 and Lake Gibson Alternate intakes, and the areas where this policy applies.
- An up-to-date communications protocol showing the structure of command of the various agencies that would be contacted.
As it relates to railway corridors, Transport Canada is requested to ensure Emergency Response Plans under their jurisdiction are updated accordingly.
The ERP should be updated within two years from the date the Source Protection Plan comes into effect.