Air Emissions Permit Amendment for Niagara Falls Foundry
Official title: Canadian Babbitt Bearings Ltd. - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
A metal foundry in Niagara Falls wants to add a heat treatment furnace and update its noise plan. The facility melts and casts metal alloys, releasing emissions including nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and metals like lead and chromium into the air.
Why This Matters
Live near Broughton Avenue in Niagara Falls? This foundry releases metals and particulates into the air. The proposed changes could affect local air quality. Nearby residents may want to weigh in on whether the new furnace and updated noise plan address their concerns.
What Could Change
If approved, Canadian Babbitt Bearings can install a new heat treatment furnace and operate under an updated noise plan. The permit sets production limits and has an expiry date requiring future renewal.
Key Issues
- Should the foundry be allowed to add a heat treatment furnace?
- Is the updated noise abatement action plan adequate?
- Are the air emission controls sufficient for pollutants like lead and chromium?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what changes are being requested.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry of Ontario by the January 24, 2026 deadline. You can also email enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.