Mobile Soil and Groundwater Remediation Permit Amendment - VEI Contracting
Official title: VEI Contracting Inc. - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
VEI Contracting wants to expand the chemicals it can use when cleaning up contaminated soil and groundwater across Ontario. The company operates mobile remediation equipment that treats pollution on-site. This amendment would add 13 new types of treatment compounds to their existing air emissions permit.
Why This Matters
Live near a contaminated site being cleaned up? This company might be doing the work. The chemicals they use can affect local air quality during remediation. If you've had environmental cleanup happen in your neighbourhood, this permit shapes what methods are allowed.
What Could Change
If approved, VEI Contracting could use a wider range of treatment chemicals at contaminated sites across Ontario. This includes oxidants, reductants, surfactants, and biodegradation compounds. More treatment options could mean faster cleanups, but also different air emissions during the process.
Key Issues
- Should VEI Contracting be allowed to use 13 additional types of remediation chemicals?
- Are the air emission controls adequate for these new treatment compounds?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Supporting materials may be available to view in person by contacting the ministry.
- Submit your comments by email to enviropermissions@ontario.ca or by phone at 1-800-461-6290 before the deadline.