Factors to be considered would include: first, the consequences for the fisheries and navigation in federal waters, international waters and waters under more than one jurisdiction; second, international considerations of an economic, political and strategic nature; third, the possible impact on th
e capability of our water reserves to meet the long-term needs of Canadians and Quebecers, bearing in mind the lack of certainty about those needs and the cumulative effect of exports at the regional and national level; fourth, the impact on the environment and the economy at the regional level; fifth, the consequences for aboriginal people
...[+++] and other social groups and the size of compensation payments in the event of adverse effects; and finally, the general economic benefits for Canada.
Entre autres, des éléments à considérer pourraient être, premièrement, les conséquences pour les pêches, la navigation, les eaux fédérales ainsi que les eaux internationales ou celles relevant de plus d'une compétence. Deuxièmement, il devrait y avoir les considérations internationales d'ordre économique, politique et stratégique.