Synopsis

This guideline provides guidance to Ministry staff with respect to their participation in such hearings.

Ministry participation in hearings on waste disposal sites

Ministry technical reports

Ministry technical reports concerning the proposed site are available on an equal basis to all parties involved in the Hearing. Those involved include:

  1. the Environmental Review Tribunal; and
  2. to any other party involved to the Hearing.

Testimony by ministry employees

Ministry employees who have expertise and information concerning the proposed site may be asked to testify at a hearing.

Prior to giving testimony, ministry staff may seek guidance from ministry legal counsel on the role and responsibilities of ministry witnesses at the hearing.

PIBS 7809