Septage Spreading Permit Renewal - Grand Bend Sanitation (Bluewater Township)
Official title: Grand Bend Sanitation Services Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (waste)
Grand Bend Sanitation wants to renew its permit to spread septic tank waste on farmland near Bluewater, Ontario. The company hauls sewage from portable toilets, holding tanks, and septic systems, then spreads it on 34.4 hectares of land. This is a renewal of an existing operation, not a new site.
Why This Matters
Live near Bronson Line in Bluewater Township? This permit affects your neighbourhood. Septage spreading can cause odours, especially in warmer months. If you rely on a private well, you'll want to know about the setback requirements protecting groundwater.
What Could Change
If approved, Grand Bend Sanitation can continue spreading septage on this site for another permit term. The approval includes rules about when spreading is allowed—not during winter, not when ground is frozen, and not near wells or waterways. The company must maintain setbacks from homes and water sources.
Key Issues
- Should the permit be renewed for septage spreading on this 34.4-hectare site?
- Are the proposed setbacks from wells, homes, and waterways adequate?
- Are the odour and nuisance controls sufficient for nearby residents?
How to Participate
- Visit this consultation on the Environmental Registry to submit your comments before January 17, 2026.
- You can also email your feedback to enviropermissions@ontario.ca.