(NORTH BAY, ON) The Department of National Defence (DND) and the City of North Bay (CNB) will co-host a public information session on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 to share the latest project information and provide updates on joint efforts to address polyfluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) originating from Jack Garland Airport and CFB North Bay.
During the session, subject matter experts will present updates on ongoing studies and remediation efforts. Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak one-on-one with project teams and experts to ask questions or share concerns.
DND is seeking public input on topics and questions ahead of the information session. Please share your suggestions and/or questions: [email protected]
The PFAS situation is of utmost importance to MP Rochefort and for the constituents whose drinking water comes from Trout Lake and along Lees Creek. MP Rochefort is working behind the scenes to protect the interest of the constituents and will continue to urge DND, the City of North Bay and relevant provincial agencies to continue moving forward with a common resolution.
City of North Bay / DND Information Session Details:
- Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
- Time: 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST
- Location: Best Western North Bay Hotel & Conference Centre
700 Lakeshore Drive, North Bay, Ontario P1A 2G4
Schedule:
- 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.: Open House
- 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Presentation 1
- 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.: Open House
- 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.: Presentation 2 (repeat of Presentation 1)
- 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.: Open House
BACKGROUNDER
City of North Bay PFAS Information