Shell Refinery Air Permit Amendment - St. Clair Township
Official title: Shell Canada OP Inc. and Shell Canada Limited as general partners for and on behalf of Shell Canada Products - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Shell wants to modify three storage tanks at its petroleum refinery near Corunna, Ontario. The changes would allow blending of vegetable oils and bionaphtha into existing tanks, plus adding a new soybean oil pump. This requires updating their air emissions permit because the facility releases benzene, gasoline vapors, and other contaminants.
Why This Matters
Live near the St. Clair Parkway refinery? These tank modifications could change what gets released into the air you breathe. Benzene and other emissions are already part of daily life for nearby residents. If you have concerns about air quality or noise, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
If approved, Shell could blend biofuels into tanks 60, 71, and 72 and operate a new soybean oil pump. The updated permit would set new limits on emissions including benzene, naphthalene, and noise levels. The Ministry extended the comment period after amending the proposal in December.
Key Issues
- Should Shell be allowed to add vegetable oil and bionaphtha blending to existing storage tanks?
- Are the proposed emission limits for benzene and other contaminants adequate to protect nearby residents?
- What noise impacts will the modifications have on the surrounding community?
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 through the Environmental Registry of Ontario before January 16, 2026. You can also email enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.