Marine Regulatory Compliance Services

At Dynamic Ocean Consulting Ltd., we help our clients navigate the complex landscape of marine and environmental regulatory processes that govern Canada’s coastal and offshore industries.

Our experienced consultants combine scientific expertise, regulatory knowledge, and practical field experience to ensure your projects achieve compliance with all applicable provincial/territorial and community (municipal, hamlet, northern villages) requirements.

Whether your project involves coastal development, offshore infrastructure, subsea installation, or research operations, we provide full-spectrum support from permitting to reporting.

Comprehensive Permitting & Regulatory Support

Our team assists with all aspects of marine project authorization and environmental compliance, including:

  • Regulatory Pathway Identification – Determining which permits and approvals are required under federal and provincial law.

  • Fisheries Act Authorizations (DFO) – Preparing and submitting applications for works affecting fish and fish habitat.

  • Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) Screening & Coordination – Ensuring environmental assessments meet federal review requirements.

  • Species at Risk Act (SARA) Permits – Identifying potential impacts and developing mitigation measures for listed species.

  • Navigable Waters Protection Act (NWPA) Compliance – Supporting navigation-related project assessments.

  • Provincial Environmental Management Act (EMA) – Coordinating with BC Ministry of Environment for local approvals.

Each submission we prepare is scientifically defensible, data-driven, and aligned with the latest regulatory standards, ensuring efficient review and approval.

Technical Documentation & Environmental Planning

We produce high-quality documentation and plans to support regulatory applications, including:

  • Environmental Management Plans (EMP)

  • Mitigation and Compensation Strategies

  • Monitoring and Adaptive Management Plans

  • Environmental Protection Plans (EPP)

  • Post-authorization reporting and audits

Our deliverables are designed to integrate seamlessly with your project design and construction timelines, reducing administrative delays and compliance risks.

Liaison with Regulators & Stakeholders

Dynamic Ocean Consulting maintains established working relationships with:

  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

  • Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)

  • Transport Canada

  • Canadian Energy Regulator (CER)

  • Nunavut Planning Commission (NPC)

  • Nunavut Impact Review Board (NIRB)

  • Provincial and Indigenous regulatory authorities

We act as a technical liaison between project proponents, engineers, and regulators — ensuring transparent communication, defensible science, and effective mitigation solutions that stand up to review.

Expertise Across Marine and Coastal Sectors

Our regulatory compliance specialists have supported a wide range of projects:

  • Port and terminal construction

  • Subsea cable and pipeline installation

  • Coastal erosion control and habitat restoration

  • Offshore energy and exploration

  • Research and environmental monitoring programs

We understand the unique environmental and logistical challenges associated with marine infrastructure in British Columbia, Canada’s Arctic, and offshore regions, and tailor compliance strategies to site-specific conditions.

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Why Choose Dynamic Ocean Consulting Ltd.?

  • Experienced multidisciplinary team – Regulatory experts, biologists, environmental scientists, and project managers.

  • Defensible documentation – All reports and applications meet or exceed government standards.

  • Efficient project delivery – We align compliance schedules with construction and operational timelines.

  • Trusted industry partner – Proven success securing authorizations for complex marine projects.

Start Your Regulatory Process with Confidence

From environmental screenings to full authorization packages, Dynamic Ocean Consulting Ltd. provides the technical expertise and regulatory insight to keep your marine project compliant and on schedule.

Contact us today to discuss your permitting requirements: