Grey Highlands Zero Emission People

Grey Highlands Zero Emission People Prepared by: M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. Prepared for: Grey Highlands Zero Emission People LP February 15, 2013

February 22, 2013 Grey Highlands Zero Emission People LP c/o WindWorks Power Corp. 346 Waverly Street Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0W5 Attention: Reference: Dr. Ingo Stuckmann Grey Highlands Zero Emission People, Dear Dr. Stuckmann, We are pleased to present a copy of the for Grey Highlands Zero Emission People. This report was prepared to meet the requirements of the Renewable Energy Approval regulations, O. Reg. 359/09, Section 29. It will be included as part of the Renewable Energy Approval Application package to be submitted to the Ministry of the Environment for the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, M. K. INCE AND ASSOCIATES LTD. Martin Ince, P. Eng.

Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION... 1 2 RECORDS REVIEW... 4 2.1 RECORDS REVIEW SEARCH RESULTS... 7 2.2 RESULTS FROM RECORDS REVIEW... 7 3 SITE INVESTIGATION... 8 3.1 METHODS... 8 3.1.1 Site Investigation Personnel... 9 3.1.2 Dates, Times and Weather... 9 3.2 RESULTS FROM SITE INVESTIGATION... 10 3.3 WATER CROSSING AND NAVIGABLE WATERS PROTECTION APPROVALS... 14 4 CONCLUSIONS... 14 5 QUALIFICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS... 15 6 LITERATURE CITED... 16 List of Tables TABLE 1-1: MOE REA CHECKLIST FOR THE WATER ASSESSMENT REPORT... 1 TABLE 3-1: WEATHER INFORMATION DURING SITE INVESTIGATIONS... 9 TABLE 3-2: COLLINGWOOD WEATHER DATA FROM ENVIRONMENT CANADA... 10 TABLE 3-3: WATER BODIES WITHIN REA SETBACKS IDENTIFIED DURING SITE INVESTIGATION... 12 List of Figures FIGURE 1-1: GRE HIGHLANDS ZERO EMISSION PEOPLE OVERVIEW MAP... 3 FIGURE 2-1: WATER BODIES RECORDS REVIEW MAP... 6 FIGURE 3-1: WATER BODIES MAP... 11 List of Appendices APPENDIX A CURRICULA VITAE APPENDIX B FIELD PROTOCOLS APPENDIX C AGENC CORRESPONDENCE APPENDIX D FIELD FORMS APPENDIX E FIELD NOTES APPENDIX F FIELD PHOTOS M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. i February 15, 2013

1 INTRODUCTION The Grey Highlands Zero Emission People has been prepared with reference to Section 29 of Ontario Regulation 359/09, under the Environmental Protection Act, referred to in this report as the Renewable Energy Approval or REA rules. The documents findings from the records review and site investigation carried out at the proposed location of the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People for the purpose of identifying water bodies in the vicinity of anticipated project construction. The Ministry of Environment (MOE) REA checklist for completion of the summarizes the regulation requirements for this report and demonstrates how those requirements have been met. This checklist has been included as Table 1-1 below. Table 1-1: MOE REA Checklist for the Required Documentation Water Assessment Search for and analysis of the records set out in Column 1 of the Table to section 30 was conducted in respect of the project location for the purpose of making the determinations set out opposite the records in Column 2 of the Table Requirement Met Location in Report es Section 2 Report was prepared setting out a summary of the records searched and the results of the analysis conducted above es Section 2 1. A physical investigation of the land and water located within 120 metres of the project location was conducted for the purpose of determining, (a) whether the results of the analysis summarized in the Records Review report are correct or require correction, and identifying any required corrections; es Section 3 and Table 3-3 (b) whether any additional water bodies exist, other than those identified in the Records Review; es Section 3 and Table 3-3 (c) the boundaries, located within 120 metres of the project location, of any water body that was identified in the Records Review or the Site Investigation; and (d) the distance from the project location to the boundaries determined under clause (c). 2. If, as a result of the Records Review, the average annual high water mark of a lake trout lake that is at or above development capacity, was identified within 300 metres of the project location, a physical investigation of the land and water located within 300 metres of the project location was conducted for the purpose of determining, (a) whether the results of the analysis summarized in the Records Review report are correct or require correction, and identifying any required corrections; es Figure 3-1 es Figure 3-1 N/A M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 1 February 15, 2013

(b) whether any additional water bodies exist, other than those that were identified in the Records Review report; N/A (c) the boundaries of any lake trout lake that is at or above development capacity, if, (i) the lake was identified in the Records Review or the Site Investigation, and (ii) the boundaries are within 300 metres of the project location; (d) the boundaries of any water body other than a lake trout lake that is at or above development capacity, if, (i) the water body was identified in the Records Review or the Site Investigation, and (ii) the boundaries are within 120 metres of the project location; and (e) the distance from the project location to the boundaries determined under clause (c) and (d). 3. A report was prepared that sets out the following, (a) A summary of any corrections to the Records Review report and the determinations made as a result of conducting the Site Investigation. (b) Information relating to each water body identified in the Records Review and in the Site Investigation, including the type of water body, plant and animal composition and the ecosystem of the land and water investigated. (c) A map showing, i. the boundaries mentioned in clause (1) (c) or (2) (c) and (d), ii. the location and type of each water body identified in relation to the project location, and iii. the distances mentioned in clause (1) (d) or (2) (e). (d) The dates and times of the beginning and completion of the Site Investigation. N/A N/A N/A es Section 3 and Table 3-3 es Table 3-3, Appendix D and Appendix E es Figure 3-1 es Figure 3-1 es Figure 3-1 es Table 3-1 (e) The duration of the Site Investigation. es Table 3-1 (f) The weather conditions during the Site Investigation. es Table 3-1 and Table 3-2 (g) A summary of methods used to make observations for the purposes of the Site Investigation. (h) The name and qualifications of any person conducting the Site Investigation. (i) Field notes kept by the person conducting the Site Investigation. es es es Section 3.1 and Appendix B Appendix A Appendix E Additional background on the proposed Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project may be found in the accompanying Natural Heritage Records Review Report and the Project Description Report. Figure 1-1 indicates the Project Location within Ontario. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 2 February 15, 2013

Grey Highlands Zero Emission People Figure 1-1: Grey Highlands Zero Emission People Overview Map M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 3 February 15, 2013

2 RECORDS REVIEW As specified in the REA rules, a records review was undertaken to identify recorded water bodies within REA-specified distances of proposed infrastructure associated with the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project. Assessment of water bodies within the following distances from the proposed Project Location is mandated in the REA rules: Within 120 metres of the average annual high water mark of a lake, other than a lake trout lake that is at or above development capacity. Within 300 metres of the average annual high water mark of a lake trout lake that is at or above development capacity. Within 120 metres of the average annual high water mark of a permanent or intermittent stream. Within 120 meters of a seepage area. For the purposes of the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People, records provided by the following agencies and parties were reviewed, as specified in Section 30 of the REA rules: The project area is located within the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA). This Conservation Authority was contacted regarding information on water bodies within the vicinity of Grey Highlands Zero Emission People. Leslie Rich, Environmental Officer, NVCA provided general information in the Mad River. Information on the regulated area in the proposed general development location was also provided. Ian Ockenden, Watershed Monitoring Specialist, NVCA provided data on fish and benthic species composition within the Project Location (Appendix C). It was noted in correspondence that the NVCA manages the Mad River as a coldwater fishery along nearly its entire length. Additionally, the NVCA also regulates Generic Regulations Wetlands which include the entire Perry s Pond area. Natural Heritage Information Centre, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (NHIC): The NHIC website, established by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, searched for lakes and large rivers as well as rivers and streams in the vicinity of the project area on NTS Mapsheets 031D02 and 030M15. These features are shown in Figure 2-1. Source: http://nhic.mnr.gov.on.ca/mnr/nhic/nhic_old.cfm Consultation with Whitney Moore, Renewable Energy Planning Ecologist, and Kathy Dodge, biologist, of the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), Midhurst District Office (see Appendix C). The MNR provided information on fisheries within the area of the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project, specifically the Mad River. In general, the MNR notes that the headwaters of the Mad River are considered cold water and have resident Brook Trout. No information was provided on Perry s Pond or other water bodies. The lower-tier Municipality of Grey Highlands Official Plan provided guidelines for the protection of water bodies. The municipality also suggested contacting local conservation authorities and the NHIC for information regarding natural features including water bodies. No specific information pertaining to features near the Project Location was obtained from this source. The upper-tier County of Grey Official Plan was consulted. No county-wide mapping is available for significant fish habitat or water bodies. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 4 February 15, 2013

Consultation with Cindy Latendresse at the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), Burlington Office occurred in June/July, 2011. The DFO had no relevant information and suggested consultation with the local conservation authorities and Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (see Appendix C). Ontario Base Mapping (OBM) GIS data made available by the Ministry of Natural Resources was the primary source for identifying water bodies within the project area (see Figure 1-1 and Figure 2-1). OBM identified four water bodies within 120 m of the Project Location (WA01, WA02, WA03 and WA04). Southern Ontario Land Information System (SOLRIS) were used to determine water bodies; these features were correlated with the Conservation Authority and Municipal Government visual data systems and are shown in Figure 2-1. The Ministry of Natural Resources Land Information Ontario website. Land Information Ontario (LIO) manages geographic information for use in maps and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). LIO identified four water bodies within 120 m of the Project Location (WA01, WA02, WA03 and WA04). Access available at: http://lioapp.lrc.gov.on.ca/edwin/edwin.asp (see Figure 2-1). Ontario Base Maps were accessed through GIS software (Manifold) and used extensively to create all the maps shown through this report (see Figure 2-1). Aerial photographs of the area with contour lines obtained from First Base Solutions were extensively used to identify water bodies in the vicinity of the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project (see Figure 2-1). Aerial photographs clearly identified three water bodies within 120 m of the Project Location (WA02, WA03 and WA04). Satellite imagery from Google Earth was extensively used to identify vegetation types, roads, wetlands, stream, lakes, and general topography. Ontario Geological Survey was utilized for determining likelihood of water retentive areas based on soil composition, OMB (ND) for presence of water bodies. No new water bodies, previously unidentified from sources listed above, were found. Direct consultation with participating landowners (see Appendix E) M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 5 February 15, 2013

Figure 2-1: Water Bodies Records Review Map M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 6 February 15, 2013

2.1 Records Review Search Results The Project Location is situated within the Mad River sub-watershed, within the Nottawasaga River watershed. The Mad River sub-watershed comprises 12% of the Nottawasaga River watershed, spanning approximately 35,363 ha. The Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project is located in the central eastern portion of the Nottawasaga River Watershed, with the Coates Creek sub-watershed to the north, Lower Nottawasaga sub-watershed to the northeast, and Pine River to the south. The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) considers the Mad River sub-watershed to represent a high-quality, cold-water river system capable of supporting trout populations. The headwaters in the southern portion of the watershed originate along the Niagara Escarpment, and flow north through a mixture of agricultural land uses and forest cover. The Mad River (WA04) and Perry s Pond (WA03) are two water bodies within 120 m of the proposed Grey Highlands Zero Emission People Project Location. The NVCA and MNR provided information on the benthic species and composition for these two water bodies and provided information on the fish species contained in the Mad River (Appendix C). Aerial imagery and GIS data (LIO, OBM, Google Earth, First Base Solutions) identified two other water bodies within the project area. Using these sources, two additional water bodies (WA01 and WA02) were identified within the 120 m buffer surrounding the Project Location. A map showing the water bodies identified from these sources is shown in Figure 2-1. No additional information was obtained from other sources regarding these two features. 2.2 Results from Records Review The following table details the nearest aquatic environments to the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project. Four of these water bodies exist within the REA-mandated 120 m buffer. For details on plant and animal composition of these water bodies please see Table 3-3. No seepage areas or lake trout lakes were found to occur within 120 m and 300 m of the Project Location, respectively. This will be confirmed during the Site Investigation. Table 2-3: Summary of Findings from the Records Review Water Body ID Description Location WA01 Small pond, potentially artificial South-east of Turbine 2 and north-east of Turbine 1, within 120 m WA02 Small pond, potentially artificial South of Project Location on 4 th Concession B, within 120 m WA03 Perry s Pond, large water body South of Project Location, within 120 m WA04 Mad River, watercourse Bisects Project Location, within 120 m N/A Small water body South of Turbine 1, beyond 120 m from Project Location M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 7 February 15, 2013

Water Body ID Description Location N/A Moderately sized water body, potentially artificial Intersection of Road 63 and 4 th Concession B, beyond 120 m from Project Location N/A Eugenia Lake 7 km from the Project Location N/A Brewster s Lake 4 km from the Project Location 3 SITE INVESTIGATION Four potential water bodies identified in the records review and seen in Figure 2-1 were carried forward to the site investigation. Each potential water body was explored during the Site Investigation to confirm their presence and characteristics. The following subsections provide an overview of the methods, results and evaluation of each water body. 3.1 Methods Subsequent to the Records Review, a Site Investigation was carried out with reference to Section 31 of the REA rules for the purpose of confirming and supplementing the findings of the Records Review. Water bodies were confirmed on-site and the surrounding area within 120 m of all proposed project location was searched for additional water bodies not identified in the Records Review. The presence, location and boundaries of each feature were confirmed during site visits. All features identified during Records Review and new features identified during Site Investigation were delineated in field to finalize feature size and shape. As is recommended in the Ministry of Environment s Technical Guide to Renewable Energy Approvals, a scoping meeting was set up to receive input and feedback into the site investigation protocols for the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project. The meeting took place on July 4 th, 2011 with Scott Abernethy, Surface Water Evaluator/ Team Leader with the Technical Support Section of the Ministry of Environment. The MKI Water Body Assessment Site Investigation Protocols document prepared for the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project (see Appendix B) was reviewed and found to fulfill the investigative and reporting requirements for water bodies detailed in Section 29, 30, 31, 44 and 45 of O. Reg 359/09. Site visits were carried out on foot by experienced field naturalists (see Appendix A for curricula vitae) equipped with detailed project maps, records review results, GPS, compass, digital camera and field notebook. Areas within 120 metres of the proposed Project Location were surveyed using transects which were routed at the discretion of the site investigation personnel. Transects routes selected took into consideration: the need to confirm features identified in the Records Review, the visibility of the surrounding area, the desire to follow certain previously unidentified watercourses to source or investigate atypical habitat, M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 8 February 15, 2013

All areas within 120 m of the proposed Project Location were visited to confirm the presence, location and boundary of water bodies and obtain information pertaining to the type of water body, plant and animal composition and the ecosystem of the land and water investigated. The Site Investigation was directed at the identification of water bodies including permanent and intermittent streams, lakes, ponds, wetlands that may be seasonally or permanently covered by shallow water, seepage areas and springs. Seeps and springs are areas where ground water comes to the surface. Often they are found within headwater areas within forested habitat. The protocol to identify a seepage area included the following: following any watercourse to its source (or to its boundary within the REA mandated 120 m buffer); undertaking surveys during seasons when that water table was high (normally the spring); identifying and searching areas with vegetation indicative of wet areas; identifying areas of red or rust coloured stains on the soil surface; locating areas during the winter that are free of ice and snow (to be further explored during ideal/spring season). For additional information regarding methods and protocols for water body surveys please see Appendix B. 3.1.1 Site Investigation Personnel Site Investigations were carried out by M.K. Ince biologists Nigel Ward and Daniel Stuart. This report was drafted by M.K. Ince and Associates biologist Daniel Stuart and Erin Jaggard with support from student assistant Emily Thorne. Curricula Vitae for MKI biologists can be found in Appendix A. 3.1.2 Dates, Times and Weather Four site visits took place with the objective of surveying all water bodies within 120 m of the proposed Grey Highlands Zero Emission People Project Location. Details of the site visit are detailed in Table 3-1, including relevant weather conditions and specific aspects of field methodology. Particulars of the field observations can be found in the Field Notes included in Appendix E. Table 3-1: Weather Information during Site Investigations Date Start/End Time Duration Purpose and General Weather Conditions Ground truth area to determine presence of natural features, including water bodies 2010-06-29 9:50-15:21 ~5.5 hours Weather: Temp 16 C, clear, wind 2W (Beaufort scale), no precipitation Field Staff: Nigel Ward Ground truth area to determine presence of natural features, including water bodies 2010-06-30 12:45-5:50 ~5 hours Weather: Temp 15 C, sunny, 50% cloud cover, wind 20 km/h NW Field Staff: Nigel Ward M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 9 February 15, 2013

2010-12-01 14:00-17:00 3 hours Ground truth area to determine presence of natural features, including water bodies Weather: Temp -1 C, wind 5E (Beaufort scale), 100% cloud cover, snowing moderately heavy Field Staff: Nigel Ward Characterize and evaluate water bodies per protocol, as agreed with the MOE 2011-09-27 13:10 18:25 ~5.25 hours Weather: Temp 19 C, wind 2 (Beaufort scale), 100% cloud cover, some drizzle Field Staff: Daniel Stuart As suggested by the Natural Heritage Assessment Guide, Environment Canada weather station data was collected for relevant dates. The nearest weather station to the Project Location with full data was Collingwood, Ontario. This weather station is located approximately 21 km from the proposed Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project. See Table 3-2 for weather data from these dates at this location (Environment Canada, 2012). Table 3-2: Collingwood Weather Data from Environment Canada Date Max Temp ( C) Min Temp ( C) Mean Temp ( C) Heat Deg Days ( C) Total Precipitation (mm) Wind Direction (degrees) Wind Speed (km/hr) 2010-06-29 16.4 11.6 14 4 0.0 W 9 to 26 2010-03-30 20.6 10.6 15.6 2.4 0.0 N 0-15 2010-12-01 6.8-0.1 3.4 14.6 1.4 E to SW 2 to 19 2011-09-27 19.9 13.8 16.9 1.1 0.0 N to NE 0-15 3.2 Results from Site Investigation Based on the Water Assessment Records Review and Site Investigations, five water bodies are within 120 m of the proposed Grey Highland ZEP Wind Park. All water bodies found during the records review were confirmed during sites visits. One new water body was also identified (see Appendix D and Appendix E for details). Iterations of the proposed Wind Park design were made to avoid coming within these REA setbacks as much as possible, however, one crossing along the Mad River adjacent to the pre-existing 4th Concession B road, could not be avoided. All water bodies surveyed during the Site Investigation can be seen in Figure 3-1 below. These water bodies were identified in the Records Review via various sources for consultation, and verified during site visits. One additional water body (WA05) was identified during the site investigation, located east of the proposed Turbine 5 access road. Details of the water bodies surveyed are found in Table 3-3 below. Coordinates given in the Table below are in NAD 83 UTM Zone 17. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 10 February 15, 2013

Figure 3-1: Water Bodies Map M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 11 February 15, 2013

Table 3-3: Water Bodies within REA Setbacks Identified During Site Investigation Unique Identifier UTM Coordinates Northing Easting Location relative to proposed infrastructure WA01 4907517 556190 8 m west of underground electrical cabling along preexisting Road 63; within 120 m of project road to T1 Water Bodies Descriptions Small pond within a deciduous hedgerow surrounded by agricultural fields. When present (pond is dry before late May), water flows from WA01 through a culvert into a drainage ditch along Road 63 (drainage ditch does not meet water body definition; temporary channel for surface drainage). Several graminoid species present with limited occurrence of Balsam Poplar and willow species. Qualifies as Water Body Carried forward to Water Bodies Impact Assessment Report WA02 4906835 556701 Pond 32 m south of underground electrical cabling along preexisting 4 th Concession B road Small pond. Surrounding area is mixed swamp dominated by white cedar. Vegetation is largely removed. Adjacent land use is managed agricultural land. Stream channel is heavily graded. WA03 (Perry s Pond) 4906847 557055 Pond 77 m south of underground electrical cabling along preexisting 4 th Concession B road Perry s Pond. Surrounding area is mixed swamp dominated by white cedar. Riparian vegetation includes Common cattail, New England aster, and sensitive fern. WA04 (Mad River) 4907179 557577 0 m - Mad River crosses underground electrical cabling along pre-existing 4 th Concession B road; within 120 m of project road to T5 At the crossing location, the Mad River is approximately 10 m in width and is flanked on either side by approximately 10 m of riparian vegetation. At the time of analysis (September 26, 2011) the stream flowed at a rate of <0.5m/s (estimated). Near the crossing the flow was low, with 95% run and 5% pool maximum pool depth an estimated 60 cm. Near the crossing the channel substrate is composed of 80% cobble, 15% gravel, and 5% silt. In-stream cover includes small organic debris, live vegetation, and cobble. Undercut banks are present. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 12 February 15, 2013

Unique Identifier UTM Coordinates Northing Easting Location relative to proposed infrastructure Water Bodies Descriptions Approximately 50% of the bank was found to be eroding (bank angle >45 with evidence of erosion), 40% was found to vulnerable to erosion (bank angle >45 but with no sign of erosion), and 10% of the bank was found to be protected (bank angle >45 but composed of non-erodable material). Qualifies as Water Body Carried forward to Water Bodies Impact Assessment Report Surrounding land is THDM2-11 (Hawthorn Deciduous Shrub Thicket Type) and MAS (Shallow Marsh) ELC classified. Riparian vegetation includes red osier dogwood, willow species, riparian grasses, bur reed, yellow pond lily, speckled alder and meadowsweet. Woodland located to the west and hay field located to the east of river. A soils analysis was performed approximately 52 m NW of the crossing, and 48 m from the Mad River at its closest point. Soils were found to have an effective texture composed of silty clay loam. Organics were present to 3 cm depth. No mottles or gley were present. Gravel was detected at a depth of 61 cm. Depth of bedrock was unknown. Soil moisture is considered fresh. Fish and frogs observed in river, though fish species present are unknown as electrofishing was not performed. Negative environmental effects to fish and fish habitat are not anticipated during construction, operation, or decommissioning activities. WA05 4907605 557654 33 m east of proposed T5 access road and underground electrical cabling Pond with an area of approximately 750 m 2, or 20 m by 35 m. Surrounding ecosite classified as Bebbs Willow Mineral Deciduous Thicket Swamp type. Frogs observed in pond. Agricultural land located to the east and south of adjacent wetland. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 13 February 15, 2013

3.3 Water Crossing and Navigable Waters Protection Approvals At one location, an underground electrical tapline will cross the Mad River along pre-existing 4 th Concession B road (see Figure 3-1). This crossing will be installed by directional drilling following the direction of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Operational Statement for High-Pressure Directional Drilling. In the event that a similar technology such as punch and bore is employed, the applicable DFO Operational Statement will be followed. Drilling is to occur at a depth of 1 m beneath the stream bed provided bedrock is not present at that depth. For more information on the directions from the DFO, please see the Water Bodies Impact Assessment Report. Following consultation with the Navigable Waters Protection Program, it was determined that the provisions of the Navigable Waters Protection Act may apply to the Grey Highlands Zero Emission People project and an approval may be required for the Mad River Crossing. Further research has determined that the Mad River is not a charted navigable waterway, and thus, an underground cable crossing is covered in the Minor Works Provisions of the Navigable Waters Protection Act. An approval therefore is not required. Correspondence can be found in Appendix C. 4 CONCLUSIONS The Grey Highlands Zero Emission People summarizes the findings of a Records Review and Site Investigation. Results of this assessment indicate that five water bodies exist within 120 m from the proposed Grey Highlands Zero Emission People Project Location. A single stream crossing, along pre-existing 4 th Concession B road, will be accomplished using directional drilling, or a similar technique such as punch and bore. A Water Bodies Impact Assessment Report has be prepared to evaluate impacts of the project on the five water bodies identified as required in Section 39 and 40 of the REA rules. The Water Bodies Impact Assessment Report is intended to provide details regarding the potential negative impacts on confirmed water bodies and proposed measures to mitigate such impacts. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 14 February 15, 2013

5 QUALIFICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS M. K. Ince & Associates Ltd. (MKI) has prepared this report in accordance with its proposal and information provided by its Client. The information and analysis contained herein is for the sole benefit of the Client and save for regulatory review purposes may not be relied upon by any other person. MKI s assessment was made in accordance with guidelines, regulations and procedures believed to be current at this time. Changes in guidelines, regulations and enforcement policies can occur at any time and such changes could affect the conclusions and recommendations of this report. The reports, maps and related documents may rely on information provided to MKI by the Client. This information may include but is not limited to manufacturer and construction specifications and other related information. Maps are created using a Geographic Information System (GIS) that compiles records, information, and data from various sources which may contain errors. While we have referred to and made use of reports, maps and geospatial data and specifications prepared by others, we assume no liability for the accuracy of the information contained within. Maps and documents made available by MKI are not legal surveys and are not intended to be used as such. No original surveying is included as part of these maps. If any contradictions exist between this document and relevant municipal, provincial or federal laws, regulations, codes, or policies, the text of the laws, regulations, codes or policies will be the legal authority. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 15 February 15, 2013

6 LITERATURE CITED Land Information Ontario (LIO) data. Produced by M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. Under License with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Queen s Printer for Ontario, 2011. Ontario Base Mapping data. Produced by M.K. Ince and Associated Ltd. Under License with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Queen s Printer for Ontario, 2008. Ontario Legislative Assembly. 2011. Environmental Protection Act: Ontario Regulation 359/09. Renewable Energy Approvals Under Part V.0.1 of the Act. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, 2000b. Southcentral Science and Information - Significant Wildlife Habitat Decision Support System. Ver 1.0. Viewed 19 July 2011. Available at <http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/business/fw/publication/mnr_e001285p.html> Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. 2008. Southern Ontario Land Resource Information System (SOLRIS) Land Use Data. Toronto Ontario. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. 2010. Natural Heritage Assessment Guide for Renewable EnergyProjects. Queen s Printer for Ontario. 85 p. Ontario Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry. 2011. Ontario Geological Survey (OGS). OGS Earth 2 [Google Earth Layer]. Queen s Printer for Ontario, 2010. M.K. Ince and Associates Ltd. 16 February 15, 2013