W12A Landfill Expansion - Community Enhancement Program Feedback

Official title: Residual Waste Disposal Plan

Open Environmental Assessment Environment & Climate Housing & Communities
London's W12A landfill is running out of space. The city wants to double its capacity by raising the height 25 metres, extending its life to 2049. The province already approved the expansion in April 2024. Now the city is seeking feedback on the Community Enhancement and Mitigative Measures Program—basically, how to offset impacts on nearby residents.

Why This Matters

Live near the W12A landfill in southwest London? This expansion means 25 more years of trucks, odours, and operations in your neighbourhood. The Community Enhancement Program determines what the city does to offset those impacts—think noise barriers, road improvements, or community funds. Your input shapes what mitigation measures get implemented.

What Could Change

The landfill will accept waste from six counties—London, Huron, Perth, Elgin, Lambton, and Middlesex—handling 9.9 million tonnes over 25 years. The Community Enhancement Program could include compensation for nearby property owners, traffic management measures, or environmental monitoring requirements. The original program dates from 2009 and is being updated for the expansion.

Key Issues

  • What community enhancement measures should offset landfill expansion impacts?
  • How should the 2009 Community Enhancement Program be updated for the expanded landfill?

How to Participate

  1. Review the Overview of the Proposed W12A Landfill Expansion to understand the project scope and why vertical expansion was chosen.
  2. Send questions or feedback about the proposed Community Enhancement and Mitigative Measures Program to dtaylor@london.ca or call 519-661-2489, ext. 7329.

Events

Date Event Location
October 20, 2025 Public Participation Meeting —

Submit Your Input

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Key Documents