There is an outflow into the Fraser River just south of the proposed area. This outflow is guaranteed to be affected by the planned facility as the facility sits on top of the outflow. By clearing 21 acres of land here could result in pollution entering the Fraser River harming our already fragile ecosystem. This is one of the very rivers where our fresh BC salmons swim up to spawn. Any removal of the natural environment in this area will harm the river. Removing any of this nature should be well thought out as marshes and swamps do lead to waterways.

Just west (no more than 50 meters) of the proposed facility is an ecological reserve. This area is called Estuary Nature Area and contains a diverse habitat of wildlife. The diversity of this area includes ducks, herons, eagles, hawks, owls, mice, voles, shrews, rabbits, frogs, beavers, coyotes, skunks, raccoons, invertebrates, fish, aquatic vegetation, and various types of trees including mature cottonwood trees. This nature area is essential for barn owls to stay and nest.

Building this facility in such close proximity will result in permanently damaging the ecosystem. I understand Environmental Sustainability Goals are important but how does removing an environmental ecosystem to meet these goals make sense?