Air Emissions Permit Amendment for Colt Canada Firearms Facility - Kitchener
Official title: Colt Canada Corporation - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Colt Canada wants to increase production at its Kitchener firearms factory. The company makes military and police weapons. To do this, they need permission to emit more lead, particulate matter, and petroleum distillates into the air. They also want to extend shooting range hours and increase firing rates.
Why This Matters
Live near Wilson Avenue in Kitchener? This facility would release more lead and particulate matter into the air. The shooting ranges would operate longer hours too. If you're concerned about air quality in your neighbourhood, this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, Colt Canada could increase its maximum production limit for firearms. The engineering shooting range could fire at higher rates, and both shooting ranges could operate during extended hours. New emission limits for lead and particulates would be set.
Key Issues
- Should the facility be allowed to increase its maximum production limit?
- Are the proposed increases in lead and particulate emissions acceptable for the neighbourhood?
- Should the shooting range operating hours be extended?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page. Note that some supporting materials may only be available in person.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry of Ontario before the deadline. You can also contact enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290 for more information.