Air Emissions Permit Renewal for Owens Corning Fiberglass Plant - McNicoll Avenue, Toronto
Official title: Owens Corning Insulating Systems Canada GP Inc., as general partner for and on behalf of Owens Corning Insulating Systems Canada - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Owens Corning wants to renew its air emissions permit for a fiberglass insulation factory in northeast Toronto. The company is actually reducing production—from 302 to 240 tonnes of molten glass daily—and adding new emission control equipment. The facility releases substances including benzene, lead, and particulate matter into the air.
Why This Matters
Live or work near McNicoll Avenue in Scarborough? This factory releases substances like benzene, lead, and chromium into the air. The good news: they're cutting production and adding pollution controls. If you have concerns about air quality in the area, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
If approved, Owens Corning can continue operating with a lower production cap of 240 tonnes daily. New emission control equipment would be required. The permit sets limits on how much of each pollutant—including carcinogens like benzene and chromium—can be released.
Key Issues
- Should the air emissions permit be renewed with the proposed production limits?
- Are the proposed emission controls adequate to protect nearby residents?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand what emissions are involved.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 026-0082 in your message.
- You can also mail comments to Client Services and Permissions Branch, 135 St Clair Ave West, 1st Floor, Toronto, ON M4V 1P5.
Submit Your Input
Tips for Your Submission
- Include ERO number 026-0082 in your email or letter