Public Notice: Invitation to Comment

FORCE has submitted an application to Transport Canada’s Navigation Protection Program for scientific monitoring equipment as part of the Ocean Sensor Innovation Platforms (OSIP) project.

OSIP is a collaborative research project with Acadia University, Ocean Tracking Network, the Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq and other partners designed to improve how we monitor fish and marine life in high-flow tidal environments like Minas Passage. The project will test and compare tools such as cameras, acoustic sensors, and fish-tracking equipment to help build a clearer picture of how marine life moves through the area.

This work supports FORCE’s broader role in advancing tidal energy responsibly – by strengthening the science, improving environmental monitoring, and supporting regulators, researchers, Rights Holders, industry, and communities to make informed decisions about tidal energy.

Please see the attached notices from Transport Canada; key information includes the following:

Project: Ocean Sensor Innovation Platforms
Work: Scientific equipment
Location: Bay of Fundy
Common Project Registry Number: 13898
NPP File Number: 2026-216686

Comments on the potential effect of this work must be submitted in writing by June 20, 2026.

You can review the file and submit comments here:
https://nwar-rlen.tc.canada.ca/files-dossiers/2026-216686?GoCTemplateCulture=en-CA

Or submit directly by email to: NPPATL-PPNATL@tc.gc.ca

Please note: written comments are considered public record and may be accessible through access to information and privacy requests.

Thank you for your interest in the project!

Posted May 21, 2026