"BAPE"

The commission reviewed follow-ups on previous topics, including STO infrastructure plans, BAPE timeline requests, and new standardized safety requirements for pedestrians and cyclists in construction zones.

Councillor Edmond Leclerc is proposing that the City of Gatineau formally request a public review by the BAPE regarding Enbridge's proposed hydrogen pipeline project, citing environmental and public interest concerns.

Council officially requested that the Quebec government subject the proposed Enbridge hydrogen pipeline project to a full environmental assessment, including public hearings by the BAPE. This follows concerns from residents in the Buckingham and Masson-Angers sectors regarding safety and environmental impact.

Councillor Edmond Leclerc has filed a notice of motion to request that the provincial environmental review board, the Bureau d’audiences publiques sur l’environnement (BAPE), hold public consultations regarding the proposed Enbridge hydrogen pipeline project in Gatineau. This notice serves as a formal precursor to a resolution that will be officially tabled and debated at the upcoming council meeting on August 26, 2025. This is a significant step for residents concerned about the environmental and safety impacts of the proposed pipeline infrastructure.