Air Emissions Permit for Ennis Paint Manufacturing - Pickering
Official title: Ennis Paint Canada ULC - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
A paint factory in Pickering wants approval to release various chemicals into the air. Ennis Paint Canada makes paints and coatings at 850 McKay Road. They're seeking a permit that covers emissions from mixing, blending, and storing materials—including silica dust, ammonia, methanol, and acetone.
Why This Matters
Live or work near McKay Road in Pickering? This permit decides what chemicals can be released into your air. The facility emits respirable silica (a lung hazard), ammonia, and solvents like acetone and methanol. If you have concerns about air quality in the area, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
If approved, Ennis Paint gets a consolidated air permit with "limited operational flexibility"—meaning they can make some changes without new approvals, up to a production cap. The permit will have an expiry date, requiring future renewal applications.
Key Issues
- Should this facility be permitted to emit silica, ammonia, methanol, acetone, and mineral spirits?
- Are the proposed emission controls (dust collectors) adequate to protect local air quality?
- What production limits should be set under the operational flexibility conditions?
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 January 31, 2026. You can also email enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.