Great White North Environmental

Great White North Environmental Services Limited was retained by Spray Lake Sawmills (1980) Ltd. to manage on-site environmental issues relating to compliance with the Operating License. These issues concern the monitoring and reporting of industrial runoff, delineation of Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA) contamination through the implementation of Soil and Groundwater Management and Programs, management of Olivine burner ash by implementation of an Ash Management Program, and closure of a former underground fuel storage tank (UST) nest, and delineation of groundwater contamination having its origin from an off-site source.

The on-going project included the installation of monitoring wells, soil and groundwater sample collection, computer modeling of contaminated groundwater plumes through the construction of isoconcentration, contour, terrain aspect, surface, and topography maps, writing of annual reports, acting as liaison between the proponent (Spray Lake Sawmills (1980) Ltd.) and the regulatory agency (Alberta Environmental Protection).

In addition, this project includes the monitoring of groundwater quality with respect to time, mitigation of the migration of surface water sources of contamination, on-going source delineation of contaminated soil and determination of disposal options, and implementation of a Phase IV Site Remediation Plan.

Conducted a Phase III Contamination Delineation Assessment, at the request of Alberta Environmental Protection, Calgary Regional Health Authority, and The City of Calgary Office for the Environment. These regulatory agencies requested that soil be collected and analyzed for creosote contaminants [Polynuclear Aromatic Compounds (PAHs), BTEX (benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylenes), etc.], prior to the construction of a mechanical shop addition, due to its close proximity to the former Canada Creosote site.

The purpose of the assessment was to protect human health and/or the environment from coming into contact with adjacent soil and groundwater contamination.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit, Phase II Contamination Assessment, and a Phase III Contamination Delineation on the former Molson Breweries brewing plant located in Calgary, Alberta. The purpose of the investigation was to determine the environmental integrity of the subject site due to the plant's decommissioning and sale. The investigations had additional importance due to the site's historic nature.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, The City of Calgary Archives Research, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

The Phase II Contamination Assessment consisted of the installation of monitoring wells, soil and groundwater sample collection and analysis, and determination of the environmental integrity of the subject site.

The Phase III Contamination Delineation consisted of conducting a Soil Vapour Survey on the subject site, adjoining city street, and adjacent gasoline service station, installation of additional monitoring wells, collection and analysis of additional soil and groundwater samples, and construction of soil vapour and groundwater isoconcentration maps. The purpose of the Phase III Contamination Delineation was to determine if off-site contamination originating from the gasoline service station had migrated onto the subject property and to delineate contamination that had originated from on-site activities.

Upon conversion from a provincial to a federal institution, Health Canada required that a Hazardous Materials/Waste Audit and Risk Assessment be conducted to ensure the health and safety of prison workers and inmates due to the use of hazardous materials in various fabrication shops throughout the institution.

The assessment included the compilation of a Hazardous Materials and Waste Inventory, collection and analysis of indoor air samples utilizing ambient air collection pumps, and interviews with institution officials. Great White North Environmental Services Limited provided recommendations to Grande Cache Institution on methodologies that could reduce indoor airborne hazardous materials concentrations and protect human health and/or the environment.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit and a Phase II Contamination Assessment on vacant land, proximate to the Bow river, in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase II Contamination Assessment on vacant land in Calgary, Alberta.

The purpose of the assessment was to determine if the environmental integrity of the subject site had been impaired by the former presence of underground fuel storage tanks (USTs) and a gasoline service station.

The Phase II Contamination Assessment consisted of the installation of monitoring wells, soil and groundwater sample collection and analysis, computer modeling to determine the principal direction of groundwater flow, and determination of the environmental integrity of the subject site.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit, Phase II Contamination Assessment, and a Phase III Contamination Delineation on a large mall (Gateway Plaza) in Edmonton, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit and a Phase II Contamination Assessment on vacant land, adjacent to the Bow river, in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit and a Phase II Contamination Assessment on Clarke's Auto Parts Ltd., adjacent to The City of Calgary's East Calgary Industrial Landfill, in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on a high rise office tower (Five Ten Fifth Building) in downtown Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, sampling and analysis for asbestos containing materials (ACMs) and radon gas, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit and a Phase II Contamination Assessment on a high rise office tower (Dorchester Square) in downtown Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit and a Phase II Contamination Assessment on the former Smed International Inc. furniture manufacturing plant in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

The Phase II Contamination Assessment consisted of the installation of monitoring wells, soil and groundwater sample collection and analysis, computer modeling of the direction of groundwater flow and determination of the environmental integrity of the subject site.

Great White North Environmental Services Limited was retained by Abugov Kaspar on behalf of Core Laboratories to research and design a chemically resistive liner. The liner was to be utilized as part of a secondary containment system for a distillation apparatus that uses pure toluene as the solvent. Toluene is used in the analysis of rock cores for the petroleum industry.

Conducted a Phase II Contamination Assessment on vacant land, adjacent to a former gasoline service station, in Regina, Saskatchewan.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Howard Mackie ( Canadian Western Bank)
PHASE II CONTAMINATION ASSESSMENT

Conducted a Phase II Contamination Assessment on a strip mall containing a gasoline service station, in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Mars Developments Ltd.
PHASE III CONTAMINATION DELINEATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT

Great White North Environmental Services Limited was retained by Mars Developments Ltd. to represent their interests in the pending Phase IV Site Remediation of a former petroleum engineering research laboratory that had been purchased from a major oil company. The former facility had previously conducted petroleum engineering laboratory analyses that utilized mercury, solvents, and other petroleum hydrocarbon compounds.

Great White North Environmental Services Limited's provided recommendations to ensured that the site was remediated to a standard consistent with Alberta Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. Great White North Environmental Services Limited acted as Project Manager for Mars Developments Ltd., owner of the subject site, and coordinated and oversaw the environmental management of the Phase IV Site Remediation.

In addition, Great White North Environmental Services Limited made recommendations concerning the technical feasibility of a variety of remedial options.

KPL Equities Ltd.
PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit for a future apartment building in Strathmore, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Allied Management Ltd. / Sitefinders Real Estate Services
PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on an historic office building, The Burns Building, in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, City of Calgary Archives Research, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

J.D. Hill Investments Ltd.
PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT, PHASE II CONTAMINATION ASSESSMENT,
AND PHASE III CONTAMINATION DELINEATION

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit, Phase II Contamination Assessment, and a Phase III Contamination Delineation on a full city block located in southeast Calgary, Alberta. The subject site had formerly contained two (2) gasoline service stations/garages, one of which had undergone a Phase IV Contamination Assessment conducted by a third party consulting firm. Located in a commercial/industrial area, numerous industrial activities were on-going at the subject site.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

The Phase III Contamination Delineation consisted of the installation of addition monitoring wells, collection of additional soil and groundwater samples, construction of isoconcentration maps via computer modeling so as to delineate groundwater contamination.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit and a Phase II Contamination Assessment on the former Sears Canada Inc. warehouse in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, Hazardous Materials Inventory, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on an historic office building, The Burns Building, in Calgary, Alberta.

The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, Municipal and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research, Henderson's Business Directory Search, and interviews with subject and adjacent property owners or their agents.

Conducted a Phase II Contamination Assessment on a Payless Gas Station in Calgary, Alberta.

Interpretation of the environmental integrity of the subject site was complicated by additional off-site potential sources of contamination.

Conducted three (3) complete Contamination Assessments at the Red Trail, Sterling and Warner Oil Battery sites near Taber, Alberta. This project involved the areal delineation of petroleum hydrocarbon contamination utilizing soil vapour probe techniques in combination with sophisticated soil vapour analytical measurements and computer modeling utilizing the Surfer surface modeling program. The "zero contour" or areal limits of the contamination were defined to determine the areas and volumes of contaminated material requiring remedial activity. This was accomplished by determining the isoconcentration lines for the contaminated area. Soil sampling was conducted and analyzed, utilizing a Lynac Heavy-Duty Split Tube Soil Sampler in conjunction with a Hollow Stem Auger Rig, to define the vertical extent of the contamination and calculate soil volumes requiring remedial activity. Monitoring wells were also installed and groundwater samples collected and analyzed. The piezometric surface of the groundwater and the direction of groundwater flow were determined utilizing the Surfer computer modeling program.

Recommendations were provided by Great White North Environmental Services Limited as to how to treat and dispose of the resultant flare pit ash produced from the remedial process. This ash was contaminated with high concentrations of heavy metal constituents. Acidic washing of the ash in combination with chelation and/or drying techniques were recommended.

Conducted a Soil Vapour Survey at the Cessford Oil Battery in Alberta. This project involved the areal delineation of petroleum hydrocarbon contamination utilizing soil vapour probe techniques in combination with sophisticated soil vapour analytical measurements. The "zero contour" or areal limits of the contamination were defined to determine the areas and volumes of contaminated material requiring remedial activity. This was accomplished by determining the iso-concentration lines for the contaminated area. On-site thermal desorption was employed as the chosen remedial technology.

Another project undertaken on behalf of Renaissance Energy Ltd. was the soil sampling and analysis of flare pit materials to determine its suitability for thermal desorption. Recommendations were provided by Great White North Environmental Services Limited as to how to treat and dispose of the resultant flare pit ash produced from the remedial process. Acidic washing of the ash in combination with chelation and/or drying techniques were recommended.

Conducted a preliminary Contamination Assessment of six flare pits at three gas plants in Alberta. This project involved the split-tube sampling and analysis of containment dike soils, dredge sampling of pond sediments and discrete sampling of pond liquids. Comprehensive analyses were performed by an independent laboratory. Interpretation of sampling results, assessment of mitigative measures and recommendations for disposal options were also given as part of an Esso Resources on-going site reclamation and flare pit decommissioning program.

Conducted a Contamination Assessment and Soil Vapour Survey of the Empress Gas Plant in Burstall, Saskatchewan. The Contamination Assessment included spill sites, a landfill and disposal, area and numerous underground high pressure line areas. This investigation included the use of a Photovac portable gas chromatograph to determine the concentration of BTEX (benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene) vapours in soil samples. Soil samples were placed into sterilized USEPA approved septum equipped jars and the headspace was sampled by syringe injection in the portable gas chromatograph. Soil contaminant plumes were delineated by extensive sampling and analyses.

Conducted a Contamination Assessment of a concentrated sulphuric acid spill. This project involved soil sampling and monitoring well installations, utilizing a Becker 1000 Air Hammer Drill, to delineate contaminant plume migration through soil and groundwater media. This project included a hydrogeological study and the direction of groundwater flow and velocity determinations.

Transmissivity and Storativity were also determined. Data interpretation, assessment of mitigative measures, and recommendations for disposal options (including in-situ neutralization) were proffered.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit for a 32 story office building (PanCanadian Plaza), in Calgary, Alberta. The audit included a detailed Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, and air quality (including Radon) and sump water quality sampling and analysis.

Conducted an Environmental Compliance Audit of Petro-Canada Centre, in Calgary, Alberta. The audit addressed issues such as hazardous materials management practices, hazardous waste management practices, the indoor air quality, the outdoor environment, employee health and safety issues, and emergency preparedness. The audit included site reconnaissance activities, an inspection of the HVAC systems, and a compilation of all MSDSs (Material Data Safety Sheets).

Project responsibilities included performing literature and database research to compile a Waste Disposal Matrix. This document is used by Waste Transfer Station management to provide information on disposal alternatives for hazardous waste. The document contained facility information concerning waste acceptability criteria, limitations, disposal methods and volumes, locations and contact personnel for the U.S. northern tier states and western Canada.

Project included performing literature and database research to assemble a Compendium of Soil Remediation Technologies. This document contained remediation technologies such as thermal, biological, chemical and physical methods on full, pilot, and bench scales. United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) databases such as the Vendor Information System for Innovative Treatment Technologies (VISITT), Alternative Treatment Technology Information Center (ATTIC) and the Office of Research and Development Bulletin Board System (ORD-BBS) were some of the sources accessed for this document. An extensive literature search was also performed.

Conducted a comprehensive data review of soil, groundwater and drinking water at the Okotoks, Alberta landfill. Reviewed the impact on soil and groundwater from the relocation of wastes moved to the site from a decommissioned oil refinery. Conducted a Remedial Investigation /Feasibility Study (RI/FS) to select remedial technologies and process options, reviewed remedial action alternatives, and made recommendations to design a containment cell.

Due to an underground storage tank leak, the indoor ambient air quality within a private residence had been impacted. Monitoring for BTEX (benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene) and n-hexane vapour concentrations within the home were employed to determine whether these concentrations were within Occupational Health and Safety Compliance guidelines and to what extent, if any, the resident’s health had been impacted. This study involved the utilization of sophisticated gas chromatography analyses of the indoor ambient air. Additionally, groundwater samples were collected and analyzed, and borehole vapour concentrations were determined.

U.S. 1 Corridor Study, Boca Raton, Florida. Conducted large scale Phase I Environmental Audit consisting of a variety of industrial, commercial, and residential premises. This audit encompassed numerous businesses and industrial sites located within the highway corridor of U.S. 1. The significant findings of the audit impacted the proposed route for the highway upgrade. Also acted as liaison between the client and the Florida Department of Environmental Resource Management.

New River Centre, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Conducted an Area Source Emission Strength Study for air quality computer modeling and forecasting for a multi-level parking garage expansion project. Data was collected for carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide at various point sources to determine present air quality in the vicinity of the proposed parking facility. This data was then extrapolated, utilizing computer simulation technology, to determine the effect on air quality to the year 2004.

West Palm Beach, Florida. Conducted a Contamination Assessment, Water Quality and Hydrogeological Study with respect to groundwater contamination from leaking underground storage tanks. Installation of monitoring wells, sampling, analysis and data interpretation with respect to governmental compliance were an integral part of this project. Additionally, mitigative measures and evaluation of hazardous materials disposal options were also determined.

Conducted two (2) Phase I Environmental Audits on properties adjacent to the Bow River. These audits were conducted to determine the environmental integrity of the sites prior to prospective residential development. The audits consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on an old restaurant located in the Bowness development of Calgary. The audit was conducted to determine the environmental integrity of the site, and adjacent properties, prior to its prospective commercial development for an eye clinic. The audit was conducted so as to meet the performance criteria of the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and consisted of Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research.

Conducted a Phase II Contamination Assessment for the Manhattan Lofts Condominium Project in Calgary, Alberta. A critical review was undertaken for the Phase I, II, and III, Environmental Audit, Contamination Assessment, and Site Remediation reports conducted by a previous consulting firm.

Results of this review instigated an additional suite of groundwater sampling that revealed that the proported extent of groundwater contamination was less than previously believed. Pursuant to the submission of a borehole application to The City of Calgary for permission to install monitoring wells on city property, a Hydrogeological Study was conducted, which included the collection and analysis of groundwater samples for BTEX, 1,2 Dichloroethane, and Total and Volatile Heavy Metals. In addition, the direction of groundwater flow was calculated and computer modeled.

With respect to the results of the Hydrogeological Investigation, Alberta Environment rescinded their requirement for a Risk Management Plan to be instituted at the subject site and required that long-term groundwater quality monitoring be implemented.

United Inc.
PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL AUDIT AND PHASE II CONTAMINATION ASSESSMENT

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on a proposed multi-family condominium site in Medicine Hat, Alberta. The Phase I Environmental Audit consisted of a Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, and Regulatory Agency Action Research. Due to the close proximity to a gasoline service station a Phase II Contamination Assessment was also conducted. This assessment included monitoring well installations, collection of soil and ground water samples, and the determination of the direction of groundwater flow. All soil and ground water samples were sent to an analytical laboratory for analysis of BTEX, Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons, and Total and Volatile Heavy Metals. Conclusions were drawn and recommendations were made concerning the environmental integrity of the subject site.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on adjacent property to a steel fabrication facility in Calgary, Alberta. The company was interested in acquiring property adjacent to their facility and hence conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit on said property. The audit consisted of a Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research.

Conducted a Hydrogeological Study concerning the migration of petroleum hydrocarbon contamination from off-site location(s) in High River, Alberta.

Contaminant sources were determined and contaminant plumes were delineated so as to assess liability for the concerned parties. The direction of groundwater flow was determined and the responsible parties were assessed for remedial activity by Alberta Environment.

Conducted a Phase II Contamination Assessment, in Calgary, Alberta, on a strip mall that had a gas station located adjacent to the subject site. Monitoring wells were installed and soil and groundwater samples were collected.

Determination of the direction of groundwater flow was not possible as the groundwater table was not encountered upon completion of the boreholes to the underlying sandstone bedrock.

The report provided conclusions and recommendations for the potential purchase of the subject site.

Conducted a comprehensive review of Phase I, II, and III, Environmental Audit and Contamination Assessments for a parcel of land adjacent to a service station owned by the National Bank of Canada in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Acted as a mediator in a dispute between the National Bank of Canada and the owner of the service station, which is a national retailer for the sale of gasoline and other refined petroleum hydrocarbon products. Reviewed the Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures (QA/QC) utilized by the consultants of both opposing parties as they related to soil and groundwater sampling methodologies and the resultant effect that they would have on the delineation of potential contaminant plumes. Provided conclusions and recommendations so as to effectively delineate all contaminant plumes and aid in the determination of assessing liability.

Conducted a Phase I Environmental Audit for the above referenced site. The audit included a Site Reconnaissance, Historical Aerial Photographic Review, Historical Land Titles Search, and Regulatory Agency Enforcement Action Research. This site consisted of 330 acres of farmland that was rezoned for residential development. The development consisted of single family and condominium housing.