PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT CONSULTATION REPORT. Appendix D3. Public Open House #3

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1 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT CONSULTATION REPORT Appendix D3 Public Open House #3

2 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE #3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY) SUMMARY REPORT File No March 2011 Prepared jointly by: Capital Power L.P. 200 University Avenue, Suite 1301 Toronto, ON M5H 3C6 Stantec Consulting Ltd. Suite 1-70 Southgate Drive Guelph ON N1G 4P5

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4 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Table of Contents 1.0 OVERVIEW DATE, TIME AND LOCATION PURPOSE NOTIFICATION PROJECT TEAM RESOURCES FORMAT AND INFORMATION PRESENTED ATTENDANCE PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE COMMENTS PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK FORMS VERBAL COMMENTS RECEIVED BY THE PROJECT TEAM FOLLOW UP List of Tables Table 1.1: Project Team Members in Attendance at Public Open House # Table 2.1: Public Open House # 3: Display Boards Table 4.1: Summary of Participant Feedback Forms List of Attachments Attachment 1 Participant Feedback Form (Blank) Attachment 2 Display Boards Attachment 3 Additional Information Provided at Public Open House # 3 Attachment 4 Public Open House # 3 Sign-In Sheets cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 1.1

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6 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT 1.0 Overview In late November 2009, Capital Power acquired the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project (the Project) from Tribute Resources Inc. The Project, proposed for Haldimand and Norfolk Counties, would have the potential to generate approximately 105 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy and would be developed through the Ontario Power Authority s (OPA) recently launched Feed-In Tariff (FIT) program. In April 2010, Capital Power received a contract offer through the OPA s FIT program. On December 1, 2010, the draft REA reports were released for public review and comment, followed by the final set of Public Open Houses held on January 31, 2011 and February 1, An essential element to the development of this Project is a strong public consultation process. Capital Power s consultation process is designed to ensure that interested parties and community members have the opportunity to provide meaningful input into Project decisions that could potentially affect them, while ensuring that all applicable legislative and regulatory requirements are being met. Ultimately, input received throughout the consultation process help shape and guide the Project Team s decisions and actions regarding the Project. 1.1 DATE, TIME AND LOCATION The third set of Public Open Houses for the Project were held on January 31, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Jarvis Community Centre at 18 James Street in Jarvis, Ontario (Haldimand County) and on February 1, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port Dover Lions Community Centre, located at 801 St. George Street in Port Dover, Ontario (Norfolk County). 1.2 PURPOSE The purpose of the third Public Open House sessions for the Project was to: Introduce Capital Power Corporation and the Project Team. Provide a status update on the Project and the Renewable Energy Approval (REA) Process. Share results of the Project s environmental and cultural heritage studies that were released for public review and comment on December 1, Share the proposed Project layout information that was released for public review and comment on December 1, Answer questions about the Project and outline future proposed work. cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 1.1

7 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Overview March 2011 Receive the community s input and feedback on the Project and on the draft REA reports for consideration by the Project team as Capital Power finalizes the reports for submission to the Ministry of the Environment (MOE). 1.3 NOTIFICATION The Notice of Public Open House #3 which included information about the final Public Open House and the locations where the Draft Project Reports would be made available for public review was distributed through the following methods: Notices Distributed at least 60 days Prior to Public Open House # 3 Addressed mailing to the following agencies included on the Project distribution list: - Ministry of the Environment (MOE), Director as required under O.Reg.359/09; - MOE, District Manager as required under O.Reg.359/09; - Haldimand County, Clerk as required under O.Reg. 359/09; - Norfolk County, Clerk as required under O.Reg.359/09; - 22 additional federal department or organization contacts; - 14 additional provincial agency or organization contacts; - 41 additional County staff. Addressed mailing to Aboriginal communities listed on the list provided by the MOE under s.14 of O.Reg.359/09; Addressed mailing to assessed landowners located within the Project Study Area, which encompasses a larger area than the notification required under O.Reg.359/09 (120 m from the Project Location area); Publication of the Notice in newspapers with general circulation in Haldimand and Norfolk Counties: Hamilton Spectator, the Brantford Expositor, Simcoe Reformer, Regional News This Week, Haldimand Press, Grand River Sachem and the Port Dover Maple Leaf; and Publication of the Notice in a newspaper published at the Six Nations of the Grand River community: Turtle Island News. 1.2 cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx

8 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Overview March 2011 Additional Distribution of Notices Prior to Public Open House # 3 Additional publications of the Notice in additional local newspapers: Hamilton Spectator, Simcoe Reformer, Regional News This Week, Haldimand Press, Grand River Sachem and the Port Dover Maple Leaf, Brantford Expositor (Weekender edition). Additional publication of the Notice in the community newspaper published in the Six Nations of the Grand River community; Turtle Island News; Publication of the Notice in the First Nations newspaper: Tekawennake; Posting of Notice on Capital Power s Project website at least 60 days prior to Public Open House #3 ( Providing poster sized copies of the Notice of Public Open House to Norfolk County, Haldimand County, Haldimand library and Norfolk library to display for the public within their facilities. Complete details of the Project distribution list are provided in Appendix B of the Consultation Report. Complete details of the Notice of Public Open House #3 are provided in Appendix C of the Consultation Report. 1.4 PROJECT TEAM RESOURCES Table 1.1 lists the Project team members in attendance at Public Open House #3 sessions who were available to discuss content of the display boards and answer questions in their own area of expertise during the sessions. Table 1.1: Project Team Members in Attendance at Public Open House # 3 Name (Company) Title Sara Beasley (Capital Power) Dan Hayden (Capital Power) David Herlufsen (Capital Power) Bent Herlufsen (Capital Power) Todd Josifovski (Capital Power) Sarah Palmer (Capital Power) Dawn Pickett (Capital Power) Jay Shukin (Capital Power) Bill Wilson (Capital Power) Lori Wilson (Capital Power) Randi Rahamin (Bridgepoint Group) Jennifer Lewis (Tribute Resources) Ben Burkholder (Stantec) Kara Hearne (Stantec) Advisor, Public Consultation Kingsbridge Wind Operator Land Representative Land Representative Project Manager, Port Dover & Nanticoke Wind Project Senior Environmental Advisor Office Manager Director, Public Consultation Development Engineering Manager Manager, Public Consultation Consultant CFO Noise Specialist REA Project Manager cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 1.3

9 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Overview March 2011 Table 1.1: Project Team Members in Attendance at Public Open House # 3 Name (Company) Title Loren Knopper (Stantec) Nicole Kopysh (Stantec) Health Specialist Ecologist This page left blank intentionally. 1.4 cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx

10 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT 2.0 Format and Information Presented The Public Open Houses featured a drop-in format, allowing for multiple informal discussions between the Project team and attendees. The format allowed for questions and comments from interested parties regarding the Project around a series of information display boards. Attendees were also given the option of completing and submitting feedback forms regarding the Project at the Open House or to complete it later and return it using the pre-stamped envelope provided. Forty-seven (47) feedback forms were collected from participants at the final Public Open Houses in January/February A copy of the feedback form can be found in Attachment 1 of this summary report. There were twenty-eight (28) display boards presented at Public Open House #3. The display boards provided information on the following: an introduction of Capital Power; an overview of the Project; information regarding the REA process; an overview of the construction, design and operations, and decommissioning plans for the Project, as well as mitigation measures; an overview of the assessments conducted as part of the Project (water, natural heritage, cultural heritage, archaeological and noise); visual simulations of the Project; and Project location maps. See Table 2.1 for a list of display boards and Attachment 2 for a copy of the display boards. Table 2.1: Public Open House # 3: Display Boards Panel Topic 1 Welcome to the Public Open House for the Port Dover & Nanticoke Wind Project 2 Who is Capital Power? 3 Capital Power in Ontario 4 Project Overview 5 Project Schedule Overview 6 Construction Plan 7 General Mitigation Measures during Construction 8 Proposed Substation Property Layout 9 Design & Operations cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 2.1

11 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Format and Information Presented March 2011 Table 2.1: Public Open House # 3: Display Boards Panel Topic 10 Decommissioning Plan 11 Ontario Renewable Energy Approvals (REA) Process 12 Water Assessment 13 Natural Heritage Assessment 14 Natural Heritage and Water Assessments (map of Significant Natural Features and REA Water Bodies) Part 1 15 Natural Heritage and Water Assessments (map of Significant Natural Features and REA Water Bodies) Part 2 16 Natural Heritage and Water Assessments (map of Significant Natural Features and REA Water Bodies) Part 3 17 Natural Heritage and Water Assessments (map of Significant Natural Features and REA Water Bodies) Part 4 18 Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Assessments 19 Monitoring 20 Noise Assessment 21 Wind Turbines and Health 22 Health and Safety 23 Local Benefits 24 Capital Power in the Community 25 Project Feedback Your Input is Important to Us 26 Visual Simulations Part 1 27 Visual Simulations Part 2 28 Project Location and Proposed Layout In addition to the display boards, information provided at Public Open House #3 included: Hard copies of the draft REA reports (public review versions, November 2010); Project fact sheet; Project employment opportunities fact sheet; Project contact information page; Project Community Newsletter # 1 (Winter 2010); Project Community Newsletter # 2 (Fall 2010); and Relevant academic and industry studies, fact sheets, and media clippings related to wind projects. The Project fact sheet, Project employment opportunities fact sheet, Project contact information page, list of relevant academic and industry studies, fact sheets, and media clippings are provided in Attachment cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx

12 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT 3.0 Attendance Attendance at the January/February Public Open Houses totaled approximately 135 individuals, which included community members, neighbours, Project leaseholders, contractors, the MPP for Haldimand-Norfolk, local County councillors, local County staff representatives and local media. Approximately 110 individuals were in attendance at the January 31, 2011 session in Jarvis (Haldimand County), and 25 attended the February 1, 2011 session in Port Dover (Norfolk County). The majority of attendees chose to have their name included on the Public Open House sign-in sheet which is provided in Attachment 4 of this summary report. cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 3.3

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14 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT 4.0 Public Open House Comments 4.1 PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK FORMS Participants were given the opportunity to complete feedback forms that were made available at the Public Open House sessions. The form included questions that asked attendees to describe their interest in the Project, how they found out about the Open Houses, their opinions about various aspects of the information session and whether they wanted to be included on the Project distribution list. Most participants chose to fill out the feedback form while present at the Public Open House, as of February 7, 2011, no feedback forms had been received by mail. Forty-seven (47) feedback forms were received in total. The comments provided on the feedback forms are summarized in Table 4.1 below. Copies of the original feedback forms are available upon request. It should be noted that respondents had the opportunity to provide more than one answer for each question. Table 4.1: Summary of Participant Feedback Forms Question Q1: How did you learn about the Open House? Newspaper Ad Word of Mouth Letter Project Website Other Q2: What was your main reason for attending? Responses 57% Respondents learned through newspaper advertisement 47% - Respondents learned through letter 12% Respondents learned through word of mouth 6% - Respondents learned through the Project website Summary of key and frequent comments: 26% Respondents wanted to obtain general information about the Project 21% Respondents wanted to learn about the turbine locations for the Project 19% Respondents wanted to learn about property values 13% Respondents were concerned about health 13% Respondents were concerned about noise 11% Respondents believe are concerned with the cost of electricity and the Project 11% Respondents were concerned about the effects on birds and other wildlife cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 4.5

15 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Public Open House Comments March 2011 Table 4.1: Summary of Participant Feedback Forms Question Q3: Did the Open House meet your information needs? Yes No Please comment: Q4: How could we have improved the Open House? Q5: What do you believe are the key issues that need to be addressed in the Public Consultation and Renewable Energy Approvals process? Q6: Do you have comments about Capital Power the project developer? Responses 57% - Respondents indicated the Open House met their information needs 30% - Respondents indicated the Open House did not meet their information needs Summary of key and frequent comments: 34% Respondents did not provide a comment 13% - Respondents indicated the Open House information met their needs 11% Respondents indicated both the staff and the information provided at the Open House were helpful and informative Summary of key and frequent comments: 55% Respondents did not provide any suggestions 9% Respondents indicated they would liked to receive additional/further information on health, property values, wildlife effects, environmental effects, cost of energy and benefits to local community. 9% Respondents would like to see additional presentation tools utilized (PowerPoint presentation, videos, larger visual simulations) Summary of key and frequent comments: 26% Respondents believe health is an issue that needs to be addressed 19% Respondents indicated property values are a key issue that needs to be addressed 15% Respondents indicated setbacks are a key issue that needs to be addressed 11% Respondents indicated noise is an issue that needs to be addressed 11% Respondents did not provide a response 9% Respondents indicated environmental effects of the Project need to be addressed Summary of key and frequent comments: 47% Respondents did not provide a response 26% Respondents are not in favour of the developer/project 15% Respondents are in favour of the developer 13% Respondents indicated they don t know enough about developer 4.6 cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx

16 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Public Open House Comments March 2011 Table 4.1: Summary of Participant Feedback Forms Question Q7: Looking ahead, what are your preferred methods of receiving information about the proposed project: (Please check your top three preferred methods) Open Houses Capital Power s Website Direct Mail News Media Face to face discussions with CPC Team Q8: If you have a question about the Project or would like further information, please complete the following (including your name and address or other contact information) and we will contact you with an answer as soon as possible. Responses 55% Respondents prefer direct mail 45% Respondents prefer open houses 43% Respondents prefer face to face discussions with CPC/Project Team 34% Respondents prefer 32% Respondents prefer news media 15% Respondents prefer the website 49% - Respondents provided additional questions or comments. To view these comments please see Appendix G5 of the Consultation Report. Your Questions/Comments: Q9: Please add me to Capital Power s mailing list for future correspondence regarding the proposed Project Yes No 57% Respondents would like to be added to Project mailing list 36% Respondents did not provide an answer 6% Respondents do not want to be added since they are already on list 4.2 VERBAL COMMENTS RECEIVED BY THE PROJECT TEAM Comments and questions regarding the Project that were verbally communicated at the Public Open House to the Project team were recorded to the greatest extent possible. The most common or significant comments, concerns and questions are summarized in Table 4.2. A comment/response table of the key verbal comments received by the Project Team can be found in Appendix G5 of the Consultation Report. cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 4.7

17 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Public Open House Comments March 2011 Table 4.2: Summary of Verbal Comments and Questions to Project Team Comment / Question Project/Technology / Infrastructure / Project Location Turbines Proposed locations, turbine siting, operations, decommissioning and setbacks. Construction - Traffic. REA What studies were conducted for REA archaeological, natural heritage and environmental. Transmission - Line construction and location. Safety Safety during construction and operations. Health impacts from wind turbines Human health, Wildlife Impacts to Wildlife Birds, monarch butterflies. Environmental studies What studies were completed as part of REA. Sound and Visibility Concern with sound and vibrations from Project. Visual impact of the Project. Consultation Input into Project and REA process Project timing. Socio-economic Benefits to local economy/community. Property values. 4.8 cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx

18 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT 5.0 Follow Up Responses were provided by members of the Project team to all verbal comments and questions provided at the Public Open House. Written responses were provided to questions provided on the feedback forms. Each Public Open House #3 comment received and responses provided are provided in Appendix G5 of the Consultation Report. Information captured from the Public Open Houses was considered as Capital Power finalized the REA reports for submission to the MOE. The Project website was subsequently updated with the Public Open House #3 information display boards and the Project team continued to review, record, and respond to comments and questions from interested parties. Appendix G5 of the Consultation Report describes how the Project team considered each comment received for Public Open House # 3. Capital Power will provide a copy of Project Community Newsletter # 3 (Winter 2011), which will provide responses to the frequent questions and comments received at Public Open House #3 to everyone on the Project distribution list. The newsletter is anticipated to be sent in March Following submission of the REA application, Capital Power intends to issue a Notice in local newspapers once a notice of the proposal for a renewable energy approval in respect of the Project is posted on the environmental registry (Environmental Bill of Rights (EBR)) by the MOE. At least 10 days after the notice is posted on the EBR, Capital Power will also post the final REA reports on the Project website, where they will remain until the Director of the MOE makes a decision regarding the REA for the Project. cm w:\active\ \reports\consultation report\appendices\appendix d - public open houses\d3 - poh3\pdn-cr_d3_poh3.summaryrpt.docx 5.9

19 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Attachment 1 Participant Feedback Form (Blank)

20 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Participant Feedback Form Thank you for your interest in the proposed Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project. Comments are appreciated. Please take a few moments to answer the following questions. 1. How did you learn about the Open House? Newspaper Advertisement Letter Word of Mouth Project Website Other 2. What was your main reason for attending? 3. Did the Open House meet your information needs? Yes No Please comment: 4. How could we have improved the Open House? 5. What do you believe are the key issues that need to be addressed in the Public Consultation and Renewable Energy Approvals process? 6. Do you have comments about Capital Power the project developer? 7. Looking ahead, what are your preferred methods of receiving information about the proposed project: (Please check your top three preferred methods) Open houses Direct mail Capital Power s website News media Face to face discussions with Capital Power staff 1

21 8. If you have a question about the Project or would like further information, please complete the following (including your name and address or other contact information) and we will contact you with an answer as soon as possible. Your Questions/Comments: 9. Please add me to Capital Power s mailing list for future correspondence regarding the proposed project. Yes No Please Print Clearly Name: Address: Town/City: Postal Code: Phone: Information will be collected and used in accordance with the Renewable Energy Approvals under the Environmental Protection Act, and solely for the purpose of assisting Capital Power Corporation in meeting environmental assessment and local planning requirements. This material will be maintained on file for use during the study and may be included in project documentation. All comments will become part of the public record. Stantec Consulting Ltd. 70 Southgate Drive, Suite 1 Guelph ON N1P 4P5 Tel: Capital Power Corporation 200 University Avenue, Suite 1301 Toronto, ON M5H 3C6 Tel:

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51 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE # 3 (JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2011) SUMMARY REPORT Attachment 3 Additional Information Provided at Public Open House # 3

52 Port Dover And Nanticoke Wind Project - Factsheet Developing a Wind Farm in Ontario Developing a wind farm to commercial operation involves several years of work and study. The key activities include: 1. Wind Resource Assessment (Wind resource 6. Economic and Financial Analysis mapping)! Project developers must ensure a project is! Identifies suitable areas for wind projects economically viable and ensure appropriate based on wind regime. project financing and government contracts! Meteorological masts are erected and used to are in place. measure the wind speeds and other local climatic conditions over a period of time. 7. Manufacturing! Wind farms are modular designs where many 2. Environmental Studies of the components are pre-assembled at the! As part of the Renewable Energy Approvals factory. Local components are frequently used process, an assessment of potential project (where available). related impacts are conducted on a wide range of areas: people, plants and wildlife, soil 8. Site Preparation and water, land use, traffic,! Involves site clearing, access laneway telecommunications or other activities. Based construction and foundation installation. on assessment results, the project design may be modified to avoid impacts and/or mitigation 9. Construction measures may be developed and! Components are assembled and erected at implemented. the project site. Turbine components arrive in sections, assembled at ground level, and lifted 3. Interconnection Studies into place using large cranes. Electrical line! Determine the best way to connect a wind work is installed and the project is connected farm to the Ontario electricity grid. to the electrical grid. 4. Land Acquisition 10. Commissioning! Within southern Ontario, most wind farms are! All necessary approvals are obtained and all developed on privately-owned land. For this to aspects of the project are tested thoroughly to occur, landowners and project developers sign ensure proper operation. option to lease agreements allowing the construction and operation of wind turbines. 11. Operation and Maintenance! Regular operation of the facility, including 5. Wind Farm Design (Project Layout) ongoing monitoring, environmental follow-up! Site selection addresses technical, activities, and performing routine maintenance. engineering, environmental regulations and requirements, and landowner and community 12. Repowering or Decommissioning interests. Sensitive environmental features are! At the end of the facility's planned life, it will be avoided to the greatest extent possible. repowered or decommissioned in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

53 How are wind turbines locations selected? Turbine siting involves the evaluation of:!!!!! Land lease options Long term wind data Proximity to electrical transmission lines Site topography Environmental issues such as noise and birds Wind Turbine Components Approximate Dimensions Specifications Blade Length 44 m Rotor Blades Rotor Diameter 90 m Gearbox Wind Sensors Hub Nacelle Electric Generator Tower Height 95 m Tower Not to Scale Base Capital Power has selected Vestas for the supply and maintenance of wind turbines for the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project. The Project would consist of 58 wind turbines using Vestas V megawatt wind turbine technology.

54 PORT DOVER & NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT Employment Opportunities Capital Power s vision is to become one of North America s most respected, reliable and competitive power generation companies. If developed, the proposed Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project would create significant economic stimulus and employment opportunities during the planning, development and construction phases and provide jobs once the project is in operation. Under the Ontario Power Authority s Feed-In Tariff Program, proponents are required to meet domestic content requirements. This will ensure that at least 25 per cent of the proposed Project is produced in Ontario if constructed in 2011 and 50 per cent if built in There are a variety of jobs associated with wind energy projects. The list below highlights some of the common employment opportunities required during the planning, construction and operation of a wind project. - Environmental Consultants - Project Manager - Wind Resource Analyst - Engineers - Contractors welders, millwrights, electricians, concrete workers - Administrative - Wind Energy Forecasting - Public/Community Relations - Land Surveyors - Archeologists - Noise Consultants - Wind Farm Manager/Operator - Turbine Technician - Snow removal - Lineman and Bucket Truck Operators - Fibre Optic Technicians - Heavy Equipment Operators For more information on employment opportunities with Capital Power please visit

55 Your Input is Important to Us We encourage you to share your questions and comments about the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project. Capital Power must receive all feedback regarding the Project by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, February 7, 2011 to be included in the Project s Consultation Report that will be submitted to the Ministry of the Environment as part of the Renewable Energy Approvals (REA) application. The Draft REA Reports are available online at and at the following locations: Haldimand County Caledonia Satellite Office 282 Argyle Street South, Caledonia Haldimand County Cayuga Administration Office 45 Munsee Street North, Cayuga Haldimand Public Library- Jarvis Branch 2 Monson Street, Jarvis Norfolk County Office Simcoe Town Centre 150 West Street, Simcoe Norfolk County Public Library Simcoe Branch 46 Colborne Street South, Simcoe Norfolk County Public Library Port Dover Branch 413 Main Street, Port Dover Please forward questions and comments regarding the Project to: Todd Josifovski, Project Manager Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Capital Power 200 University Avenue, Suite 1301 Toronto, ON M5H 3C6 PDN@capitalpower.com Telephone: Fax: More information about the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project, including the Draft REA Reports, is available at

56 PORT DOVER AND NANTICOKE WIND PROJECT PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE #3 REFERENCE MATERIALS DISPLAYED Industry Studies: Wind Turbine Sound and Health Effects An Expert Panel Review December, 2009 The Impact of Wind Power Projects on Residential Property Values in the United States: A Multi-Site Hedonic Analysis December, 2009 The Potential Health Impact of Wind Turbines Chief Medical Officer of Health Report May 2010 Wind Energy Study Effect on Real Estate Values in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Ontario February 2010 Wind Turbines and Health A Rapid Review of the Evidence July 2010 Fact Sheets: American Wind Energy Association Wind Turbines and Health Fact Sheet The sights and sounds of wind CanWEA Fact Sheet Capital Power Employment Fact Sheet Wind Turbine Fact Sheet Relevant Media Clippings: Memorandum from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Re: Wind Turbines October 21, 2009 Turbines don t affect home value, study says Toronto Star, December 3, 2009 International panel of experts conclude sound from wind turbines has no harmful health News Release, December 15, 2009 Wind gets clean bill of health Toronto Star, December 15, 2009

57 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection 200 University Ave. Suite 1301, Toronto, ON M5H 3C6 Canada Winter 2010 Dear Neighbour, Welcome to Capital Power s Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project community newsletter. Capital Power acquired the 100 to 110 megawatt (MW) project from Tribute Resources Inc. in late November Since then, we ve had the privilege of meeting with a number of community members, including local landowners and stakeholders who attended our two open houses in December. These initial discussions represent the start of an on-going dialogue process that Capital Power will undertake with the community. Before a decision will be made to construct this project, Capital Power must achieve a number of key milestones, including the completion of Ontario s Renewable Energy Approvals (REA) process. Local stakeholders will have additional opportunities to be involved in the REA process, including the opportunity to review environmental and technical studies for the project. We look forward to future meetings and discussions with the community as we work toward our goal of developing a project that is both environmentally strong and respects local values and interests. We appreciate your feedback, so please forward your questions and comments. Todd Josifovski, Project Manager Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project About Capital Power Capital Power (CPC) is a growth-oriented North American power producer, building on more than a century of innovation and reliable performance. With modern, wellmanaged facilities and one of the best availability records in North America, we have tripled our generation capacity in 10 years. Capital Power trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CPX. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Capital Power has interests in 31 power facilities in Canada and the U.S. totaling approximately 3,400 MW of generation capacity. Capital Power and its subsidiaries develop, acquire and optimize power generation from a wide range of energy sources. More information can be found at

58 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection Winter 2010 PAGE 2 Ontario Renewable Energy Approval Process Source: Ministry of the Environment. Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Background An application for the Project was submitted into the Ontario Power Authority s (OPA) Feed-in Tariff program (FIT) in November The Ontario Renewable Energy Approval (REA) process has commenced for the Project with environmental studies and consultation activities continuing into Proposed Wind Project Capital Power is proposing to develop a 100 to 110 MW wind farm on privately-owned leased lands in the Counties of Haldimand and Norfolk. The Project would include between 40 and 70 wind turbines (depending on the turbine manufacturer and technology selected), a substation, electrical collection lines and other ancillary facilities, such as turbine access laneways. The Project would generate clean, renewable energy for the province of Ontario and have the potential to generate enough electricity to meet the average annual power needs of 22,000 Ontario homes (based on the average household energy use of 1000 kwh/month*). *Source: Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). Renewable Energy Approval (REA) Process The proposed Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project will require a Renewable Energy Approval (REA) as per Ontario Regulation 359/09 under the Environmental Protection Act. As part of the REA process, studies will be conducted to assess the local environment and possible impacts from the Project. These studies will include assessments of: Birds and bats (habitat, breeding, migration) Vegetation and sensitive natural features (e.g. wetlands) Fish and waterways Wildlife and habitats Species at risk Archaeological and heritage resources Noise assessment The results of these studies will be made available to the public and the results will be presented at a future open house. The REA application for the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project will include the results from the studies conducted, as well as, information regarding project design, construction, operations and decommissioning. Approvals or permit requirements from the Ontario Ministries of Natural Resources and Culture will also be addressed as part of the REA application.

59 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection Winter 2010 PAGE 3 Wind Power Benefits Compared to other forms of conventional electricity generation, wind power has a significantly smaller environmental footprint and helps diversify Ontario s electricity supply. Wind development in Ontario will create local jobs and economic development from construction and operation activities. Lease payments for farmers and landowners. Municipal property tax payments. Health and Safety Throughout the Project, public safety measures are incorporated into the Project design and operations. Implementing transportation planning and safety measures during construction will minimize the potential for traffic related safety concerns. Capital Power will ensure the wind turbines are maintained and operated in accordance with all applicable codes and regulations. Built-in safety measures and standard procedures for wind turbine operation and maintenance and control systems help protect physical safety. Noise There are two potential sources of sound typically associated with wind turbines: Aerodynamic blades pass through the air and create a swishing sound. Mechanical originates from the gearbox and generator that are often housed in the turbine s nacelle. The Ministry of the Environment (MOE) requirements for a project to complete a noise study is dependent upon the project size and the technology used. The MOE also has requirements for projects to consider other operational or proposed wind facilities within a 3 km radius. Sound from wind turbines is often masked by the surrounding environment (e.g. rustling leaves, insects, etc.). Wind Turbine Sound and Health Effects An Expert Panel Review, December 2009 Conducted by a panel of medical doctors, audiologists, and acoustical professionals from the United States, Canada, Denmark, and the United Kingdom. Panel has done extensive review and analysis of scientific, peer-reviewed literature on sound and health effects and on sound produced by wind turbines. Commissioned in 2009 by the American and Canadian Wind Energy Associations. Key points from the review: There is nothing unique about the sounds and vibrations emitted by wind turbines. Sub-audible, low frequency sound and infrasound from wind turbines do not present a risk to human health. The body of accumulated knowledge about sound and health is substantial. A major cause of concern about wind turbine sound is its fluctuating nature. Some may find this sound annoying, a reaction that depends primarily on personal characteristics as opposed to the intensity of the sound level. More information, including the full report can be found at talkingaboutwind_e.php. Visit Our Website More project information on the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project is available at One of two PDN open houses December 2009.

60 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection Winter 2010 PAGE 4 Proposed Project Timeline 2009 Wind Resource Studies Environmental Studies Preliminary Engineering Consultation with interested stakeholders, including community members, relevant agencies, and Aboriginal communities Proposed Future Activities 2010 REA application Environmental Studies Engineering and design Continued engagement with local and Aboriginal communities 2011 Construction begins Continued engagement with local and Aboriginal communities The Canadian Wind Energy Association CanWEA is a non-profit trade association that promotes all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment. According to CanWEA, Canada has massive wind energy potential. Wind power currently powers the equivalent of 1,000,000 Canadian homes. In comparison, a country like Denmark receives 20% of their electricity from wind. If Canada generated the equivalent, we would have enough wind energy to power 17 million homes. For more information on CanWEA, please visit Source: CanWEA, December 29, Commercial Operation Continued engagement with local and Aboriginal communities Capital Power Values Your Input Your feedback about the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project is important and we value your input. We invite you to please call, or mail us with your comments or questions. Capital Power in Your Community CPC understands the importance of being a good neighbour and contributing to the community s wellbeing. We want to develop a project that is aligned with the community s interests, to the greatest extent possible. Since the construction of the Kingsbridge I Wind Power Project located north of Goderich, Ontario, CPC has: Supported the local community through sponsorship of numerous community events and Contact Us activities; Provided continuous updates to its leaseholders,? local government and community members through community newsletters, update letters to leaseholders, and update meetings; Initiated membership and participation at local community groups and the Chamber of Commerce; and Provided updates to local media. Printed on 100% recycled paper. Capital Power Corporation Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project 200 University Avenue Suite 1301 Toronto, Ontario M5H 3C6 Telephone: pdn@capitalpower.com Website: Capital Power respects your right to privacy. Any personal information Capital Power collects about you, including your name, address, phone number and address, will only be used to contact you for the purposes of the consultation process. For further information, please see Capital Power s Privacy Policy at

61 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection 200 University Ave. Suite 1301, Toronto, ON M5H 3C6 Canada Fall 2010 Dear Neighbour, As we begin a new fall season, I would like to take this opportunity to update you on Capital Power s proposed Port Dover and Nanticoke (PDN) Wind Project. On April 8th, the Ontario Government announced that a total of 184 renewable energy projects of at least 500 kilowatts (KW) in size, would receive a Feed-in Tariff (FIT) contract representing almost 2,500 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy. Capital Power was excited to learn that the PDN Wind Project was one of the successful projects selected for a FIT contract. More recently, on June 8 th and 9 th, Capital Power hosted a second round of open houses in Jarvis and Port Dover, respectively. The public open houses provided another opportunity for community members to meet the Project team and to learn more about the proposed PDN Wind Project. The open houses, which in total, were attended by nearly 200 people, also provided an opportunity for the PDN Project team to respond to questions and concerns from the community and to receive valuable input that will be used as we continue to plan the proposed Project. Within this Project update, you will find answers to many of the questions that were raised at our public open houses. We hope that you find this information helpful. For additional Project information and to view open house display boards please visit Finally, the PDN Project team is excited to announce that Vestas has recently been selected for the supply and maintenance of wind turbines for the proposed Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project. Turbine selection is one of many key factors required to finalize the Project layout, which we are actively working towards. As always, your input regarding the PDN Project is appreciated as we continue to plan the proposed Project. Please feel free to contact us at PDN@capitalpower.com or Best regards, Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project In response to the Ontario government s request for renewable energy projects, Capital Power is proposing to design, build and operate the PDN Wind Project. The Project would be developed on privatelyowned leased lands in the Counties of Haldimand and Norfolk. If approved, the Project would have a name plate capacity of approximately 105 megawatts (MW). The PDN Project would consist of up to 60 wind turbines and would also include electrical collection lines and other ancillary facilities such as turbine access roads. Please see the Project Study Location map on page two. Did you know? The Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project has the potential to generate enough electricity to meet the average annual power needs of 22,000 Ontario homes (based on the average household energy use of 1000 kwh/month*). The proposed Project would generate clean and renewable energy for the Province of Ontario. * Source: Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). Todd Josifovski Project Manager Port Dover & Nanticoke Wind Project

62 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection Fall 2010 Page 2 Project Location Area Community Benefits of Wind Power Visit Our Website More information on the Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project, including information boards from our open houses is available at About Capital Power Capital Power is a growth-oriented North American independent power producer. The company s vision is to be recognized as one of North America s most respected, reliable and competitive power generators. Capital Power has interests in 32 facilities across North America, with nearly 3,800 megawatts (MW) of owned or operated power generation capacity as well as 371 MW of capacity owned through power purchase agreements (PPAs). Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Capital Power draws on a 118-year heritage of innovation and reliability and a history of developing, acquiring, operating and optimizing power generation from a diverse range of energy sources. Capital Power employs about 1,100 people. While the province-wide benefits of additional renewable sources of power are well documented, it is important to also note the local benefits that are often associated with an investment in renewable energy. The investment in green power through the development of a Project like PDN would help to position Haldimand and Norfolk Counties as leaders in green energy and to generate a new source of revenue for area landowners and farmers. The Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project would create significant economic stimulus and employment opportunities while it is being constructed and would provide longer term employment opportunities once the Project was in operation. Proposed Project Timeline 2010 Consultation with interested stakeholders including community members, relevant agencies, and Aboriginal communities. Engineering and design Draft environmental reports, including proposed Project layout, available for public review 2011 Public Open House Renewable Energy Approval application submission Spring 2011 newsletter published Construction begins Continued engagement with local and Aboriginal communities 2012 Construction continues Commercial operation Continued engagement with local and Aboriginal Communities If Project Approved

63 Port Dover and Nanticoke Wind Project Connection Fall 2010 Page 3 Your Questions Answered Will the PDN Project be lighted? Capital Power is required to light the PDN Project as regulated by Transport Canada. The Project Team is investigating various strategies to reduce the local impact of wind turbine lighting while staying within the regulated safety requirements. Will the PDN Project provide employment opportunities to local community members? Operation of the Project is expected to begin in 2012 and continue for approximately 20 years. The Project itself will create significant economic stimulus and employment opportunities while it is being built and provide jobs once the Project is in operation. Although still early in the planning stages of the proposed Project, it is anticipated that once in operation, up to approximately full-time jobs would be created in Ontario as a result of this Project. It is also expected up to person years of direct labour would be generated over the construction period for the Project. Operations of the Project would also result in indirect and induced employment, the majority of which is anticipated to be filled by local businesses. Indirect employment is considered jobs and income in other businesses/industries in the community that would supply inputs to the Project and Project employees. Induced employment would include jobs and income changes occurring in other businesses/industries in the community from spending activities of directly and indirectly employed individuals. Where possible, local hiring would be maximized during Project operations, providing work for qualified tradespersons and labourers. Trades that could be required and provided locally include pipefitters, electricians, ironworkers, millwrights and carpenters. Can you provide additional information regarding property values and wind farms? Property values can be influenced by a variety of factors. There are recent studies available which indicate that neither the view of the wind turbines nor the distance of the home to the wind project have any consistent, measurable or statistically significant affect on home sale prices. A recent study by Canning Consultants Inc. and John Simmons Realty Services Ltd., Wind Energy Study - Effect on Real Estate Values in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, Ontario (February 2010) looked at results of real estate values arising from wind farm development in Southwestern Ontario, more specifically along the north shore of Lake Erie. It concluded that there was no empirical evidence to indicate that rural residential properties realized lower sale prices than similar residential properties within the same area that were outside of the view shed of a wind turbine and that it was highly unlikely that any type of a causal relationship exists between wind farms and the market values of rural residential real estate. Another recent report released by the U.S. Department of Energy s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (December 2009) titled The Impact of Wind Power Projects on Residential Property Values in the United States: A Multi-Site Hedonic Analysis found that neither the view of the wind facilities nor the distance of the home to those facilities is found to have any consistent, measurable, or statistically significant effect on home sales prices. The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) also indicated that in some cases, local impacts of increased tourism and economic stimulus from wind farms can actually drive up property values in host communities (January 2010). For more information on CanWEA or to view these studies online, please visit canwea.ca/wind-energy/talkingaboutwind_e.php.